Kate Westrich
Director of Instruction and Student Services
Email: kwestrich@mwusd.org
Phone: (707) 202-6440
Fax: (707) 524-2976
A resident of the Mark West community for more than 20 years, Kate Westrich brings over 25 years of experience in public education to her role with the Mark West Union Elementary School District. Throughout her career, she has served as an elementary and middle school teacher and principal, as well as an administrator at the district and county levels.
Kate is deeply committed to fostering equity and inclusion at every level of the educational experience, from Board policy to daily interactions on the playground. She is passionate about cultivating positive, collaborative relationships and engaging with all educational partners to develop and implement core values, guiding principles, and a shared mission and vision.
Having been directly involved in the Mark West community—where her children attended elementary school—Kate has a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs that shape the district. With her strong community ties, passion for education, and dedication to serving her local area, Kate is honored to help lead Mark West’s staff, students, and families into the future.
Kate holds Bachelor’s degrees from UC Berkeley and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education.
Kelly Sansone
Student Services and Data Information Specialist
Email: ksansone@mwusd.org
Phone: (707) 202-6440
Fax: (707) 524-2976
An active parent in the Mark West Union School District since 2014, Kelly Sansone joined the staff as a Classified Substitute in 2016. Kelly's ability to substitute in different positions enabled her to acquire a vast knowledge of the many different roles that support students and staff in the district. In her current role as Student Services and Data Integration Specialist, Kelly serves an active team member in the Educational Services department. Her responsibilities include: assisting with Special Education, Curriculum, English Language Development, and State Testing. In addition to being a valued staff member in the Mark West Union School District, Kelly is also a mother of John b. Riebli/Mark West Charter alum as well as a current, Mark West Charter parent. Kelly currently serves on the School Site Council District Wellness Committee, and Mark West Educational Foundation.