
2025 "Stories from the Past"

We’re proud to share the 12th film in our Stories from the Past series. This year’s film weaves together personal accounts shared by Mark Bernal, Nancy Vasquez Bernal, William (Willie) Silva, Ken Saso, Al Alciati, and Sharon Palma Alciati.
These men and women and their ancestors have contributed to South Santa Clara County life in diverse and important ways—from agriculture, education, government and veterans affairs to ministry services and public safety. Their years in Morgan Hill and San Martin are linked by fond memories of school days as Live Oak High School students. Their stories remind us of the power of shared history to forge friendships and a connection to the place we call home.

View the documentary
(film will be available for free viewing online in October 2025)
Our 2025 interviewees:

Al Alciati

Sharon Palma Alciati

Mark Bernal

Nancy Vasquez Bernal

Ken Saso

William "Willie" Silva
Filmmaker Team

Kathy Sullivan
Executive Producer


Robin Shepherd,
Writer, Director and Producer
Selah Productions
Nils Myers, Cinematographer
and Film Editor
152 West Productions

Boyd McCollum
Assistant Film Editor
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