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School Administration
Jason Law, Principal
Jason Law began his career in education in 1997, teaching middle school Social Studies and English at Horner Junior High School in Fremont. Before becoming principal of Walnut Creek Intermediate in 2020, he served as assistant principal at Mission San Jose High School for three years, followed by 12 years as principal at Pine Valley Middle School in San Ramon.
Originally from Arcadia in Southern California, Mr. Law earned his Bachelor’s degree from San Diego State University. He later completed graduate studies at the University of Nevada, Reno, and Saint Mary’s College, where he earned a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership.
Mr. Law lives in Danville with his wife, Carrie. They have two sons: Jackson (22), a 2025 graduate of the University of Oklahoma, and Harrison (19), a first-year student at the University of Mississippi majoring in Public Policy & Leadership. Hotty Toddy! The Law family are avid SEC sports fans who enjoy traveling, cooking, and cheering on their beloved Dodgers.
“Middle school can be tough—it’s a time of big changes and even bigger growth. At WCI, we’re committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where students feel encouraged to take risks, try new things, and learn from their experiences. Kids need adults who lead with empathy, speak with clarity, and know when to offer both a hug and the hard truth. Our job is to hold them accountable while helping them build confidence, resilience, and lasting memories.”
Sonja Rodriguez, Assistant Principal
Sonja Rodriguez grew up in Union City, Ca, and attended New Haven Unified Schools where she later became a teacher and assistant principal. She taught Core for 7 years at Itliong Vera Cruz Middle School. Before becoming an assistant principal at her school site, Ms. Rodriguez was a middle school summer assistant principal for two years. Ms. Rodriguez attended Cal State University East Bay where she received a Liberal Studies degree, a multiple subject teaching credential, a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership, and an administrative credential. Her passion continues to grow in student advocacy and equity. She is a mother of four, with three adult daughters, two sons-in-law, and one teenage son. She also has two wonderful grandsons.
Ms. Rodriguez is thrilled and honored to be part of the WCI family as your assistant principal! It is with great enthusiasm that she embarked on this journey alongside such a dedicated and vibrant school community. She is eager to collaborate with each of you to uphold and build upon the rich traditions and values that make WCI truly exceptional. Together, we will create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student feels empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Ms. Rodriguez is deeply committed to fostering strong relationships, open communication, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Milissa Banister, Student Support Administrator
Milissa Banister has been an administrator in WCSD since 2015. Prior to coming to WCI she was the principal of Indian Valley Elementary. She began her journey in education when she attended Iowa State University and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education in 2000. Ms. Banister began teaching in the Moreland School District while also pursuing a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Santa Clara University (2006). Her teaching career brought her to the East Bay where she taught in the Brentwood Union School District for 6 years before moving on to school administration. Ms. Banister has served as a summer school principal, elementary vice principal and elementary principal before joining the WCI team as Administrator of Student Support. Prior to coming to WCSD she has been an elementary school principal in Antioch Unified and South San Francisco Unified school districts. Ms. Banister feels fortunate to have these varied experiences teaching and leading in diverse communities, including her time as a student teacher in Caracas, Venezuela. In addition to providing strong academics, she believes in the importance of building community and ensuring that students are seen, heard and have a voice on campus.
