SIERRA NEVADA REGION
Welcome #SierraNevadaRenRegion educators!
Questions or want to connect with your champion? Reach out to Renaissance@Jostens.com for more information.
Meet Your Champion
Dr. Farah Ortega-Choate is a motivational speaker and Author who also is a current educator at La Quinta Middle School in Southern California. In addition to being the Jostens Renaissance Champion for the Sierra Nevada Ren Region, she sits in the CADA Area F Council, and is a Board Member and Associate Director for the Inland Empire Future Leaders Program. She works hard on improving her school’s culture and climate, developing student leaders, and creating lasting memories for the students on her campus. Her goal is to inspire, educate, empower and celebrate students and Staffulty to become change agents and make a difference in the school, community, and world! Dr. Farah has been recognized as a Jostens Renaissance National Staffulty of the Month and CADA Master Activities Director. In 2023, she was inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame.
Meet Your Ambassador
Melanie Lindsey is a dedicated educator and leader whose Renaissance spirit shines through every aspect of her life. With 25 years of experience inspiring students and colleagues in Southern California, she brings energy, creativity, and vision to her leadership, always seeking to create community and celebrate others. Known for her ability to balance high expectations with compassion, Melanie approaches challenges with resilience and authenticity. She lives and breathes the 6 Rs. Outside of her professional life, she finds joy in her family, who ground and inspire her daily, and in the unconditional love of her dogs, who remind her of life’s simple pleasures. A passionate fan of Manchester City, she follows the team with unwavering enthusiasm, and her love of P!nk reflects her bold, unapologetic outlook on life. Whether at school, at home, or cheering from the stands, Melanie leads with heart, humor, and an unshakable belief in the power of people to grow and thrive together.