We are thrilled to celebrate our Music Teacher and Director, Diane Gehling, as our Hawk of the Week! Nominated by her peers for her tireless dedication to our music program, Ms. Gehling recently went above and beyond to organize our successful Baked Potato Fundraiser. From coordinating donations and rallying volunteers to managing ticket sales, she poured countless hours into ensuring our student musicians have everything they need—funding performance shirts and covering costs for our upcoming end-of-the-year festivals and performances.
Inside the music room, Ms. Gehling is hitting all the right notes as she prepares our ensembles for the upcoming Winter Concert, including our exciting newest addition: Gavilan View’s first-ever Mariachi group! Her dedication to musical excellence shines through in her individual mentorship as well. She worked closely with students to prepare them for the rigorous regional honors program auditions, and we are bursting with pride to share that four of our choir students were officially selected for this prestigious opportunity thanks to her guidance and encouragement.
Beyond her remarkable work with our musicians, Ms. Gehling is a true pillar of leadership and support on campus. As our department lead, she actively collaborates with colleagues across the district, including our feeder elementary schools, to build a thriving, aligned music community. Day to day, she is always the first to lend a helping hand—whether she is graciously stepping in to cover a class whenever asked or signing up to support with detention coverage on Game Days.
Thank you, Ms. Gehling, for your passion, your generosity, and the joy you bring to Gavilan View every single day!
