About Diane Hijos DiBari

 
 

January 29, 1951 - May 7, 2013

Diane was born in Chowchilla, CA to Pete and Rosie Hijos.  She was raised on a dairy ranch and was active in dance, swimming, and her community.  She attended Chowchilla High School and went on to graduate from Occidental College with a BA in Psychology and Fresno State with a MS in School Psychology.

Diane had a passion for helping children.  As a school psychologist she worked to identify opportunities and programs for improved learning, education and advancement for her students.

Diane's love of education took her to various leadership positions within the school district, her professional organizations, and academic institutions.  In 2010 she completed her Psychological Doctorate in Neuropsychology, focusing on verbal memory and language in Spanish speaking children.

Diane retired in 2012 after 35 years of personal and professional achievements.  Throughout her career, she was honored as an outstanding educator, receiving lifetime achievement awards and recognition for her service to the field of psychology, her students and colleagues.

She will be best remembered for her selfless and humble demeanor in serving others, both personally and professionally.

She will always be a part of her husband Michael, mother Rosie, brother Brian, sons Paul & Nicholas, and all those who loved and remember her.

 

Accomplishments

 
 

Diane Hijos diBari, Psy.D, L.E.P., NCSP

  • Bilingual School Psychologist serving children and families 1976-2012
  • Adjunct Professor / Lecturer, Santa Clara University, Alliant International University, San Jose State University
  • Program Director, School Psychologist Credential Program, Alliant International University 2012=
  • Santa Clara Unified School District Educator of the Year 2011-2012
  • Alliant International University HSOE Faculty Member of the Year, 2011-2012
  • Doctorate in Psychology, Alliant International University, San Francisco 2010
  • Michael Goodman Lifetime Achievement Award, Santa Clara County Association of School Psychologists 2003
  • President, California Association of School Psychologists 1999-2000
  • Achievement Award for Meritorious Service, Santa Clara County Association of School Psychologists 1995
  • Special Educator of the Year, Santa Clara Unified School District 1992-93
  • Outstanding School Psychologist, Region II, California Association of School Psychologists 1990
  • President, Santa Clara County Association of School Psychologists 1986-87
 
 
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