CCEA Plus 2025 Surf's Up! Riding the Waves of Opportunity

Nueva Vista High is committed to student success through innovative programs tailored to workforce readiness and academic achievement. The Distribution and Logistics Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathway, established in 2017, equips students with essential skills for high-demand industries such as warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, and supply chain management. With hands-on training, OSHA certification, and cutting-edge tools like forklift simulators, students gain practical experience and technical expertise, making them competitive candidates in the workforce. Additionally, the 5th Year Program, launched in 2012, provides structured, individualized support for seniors needing additional time to earn their diplomas. Utilizing the Edgenuity platform, the program emphasizes accountability, daily progress monitoring, and career planning, with over 500 graduates since 2013. Together, these programs reflect Nueva Vista High’s dedication to fostering career readiness, academic success, and life-changing opportunities for students.

The National Center for Education and the Economy (NCEE) defines strategy as “the determination of how best to prioritize, orchestrate, and use available resources and capabilities to achieve identified ends or goals. Strategy bridges the gap from where you are to where you want to be” (NCEE, n.d.). In every situation, there is an expectation, your current state in relation to the expectation, and a gap between the two. This presentation will discuss how you can attack any problem and lead through the gap to reach the expectation. Come learn about how I leverage my ADHD powers of hyperfocus to tackle things like resource maximizing, boosting enrollment, integrating CTE, and more!

MTSS is not just PBIS, which is a common misconception. MTSS encompasses whole child wellness. Come together to share strategies, tips, and ideas of things that you have done that have been successful at your site to meet the needs of the whole student.

Discover how dual enrollment opportunities and articulated credit courses can enhance Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, giving students a head start on college and career success. This session will explore strategies for aligning CTE coursework with early college opportunities, ensuring students earn both industry-recognized credentials and transferable college credit while still in high school.cAttendees will learn from the first-year success of Sierra High School, a continuation high school in SBCUSD, Southern California, which implemented a fully functional Family and Human Services Pathway alongside a dual enrollment partnership with San Bernardino Valley College. Year-end projections show SHS students will earn approximately 140 college articulated units and 144 college units through dual enrollment. The session will include practical insights, engaging discussions, and a hands-on resource toolkit featuring implementation strategies, curriculum alignment guides, and student recruitment techniques. Walk away with actionable steps to enhance your CTE program, ensuring students graduate high school with both career-ready skills and college credit—setting them up for lifelong success!

In this session, we will explore how Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) can effectively support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth, while reinforcing their college and career readiness. By examining the three tiers of MTSS, participants will learn how universal, targeted, and intensive supports can connect classroom learning to real-world career opportunities and post-secondary aspirations.Through practical strategies and examples, this session will show how MTSS creates personalized pathways for students, ensuring all have the opportunity to thrive academically, explore career paths, and prepare for future success. Attendees will leave with actionable tools to integrate MTSS within their schools, build stronger community and family partnerships, and promote a culture of equity that supports every student in achieving their college and career goals.

In this dynamic session, discover how Sierra High School's CTE program ignites student success through internships, industry certifications, and impactful Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences. Learn how our innovative approach empowers students to take on leadership roles, earn valuable certifications, and engage in hands-on learning with community partners. We'll explore how internships are vital in building career readiness, supporting students’ professional development, and shaping their future career pathways. Attendees will leave with relevant strategies for developing internship programs that align with industry demands and equip students with the essential skills needed for success in both higher education and the workforce.

At Sierra High School, we have redefined CTE and core academic integration to ensure students receive holistic, career-focused education that meets both A-G and CTE standards. Our approach is designed to create seamless pathways that prepare students for college, careers, and real-world success. This session will showcase the success of our Family & Human Services (FHS) Pathway, which blends academic coursework with industry certifications, work-based learning (WBL), and real-world internships. Participants will explore how integrated courses like Psychology for FHS, Mental Health & Wellness, and ProActive PE 2 provide multi-use credits while equipping students with communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, we will demonstrate how AI-powered tools can assist in curriculum development, allowing educators to efficiently align CTE and academic standards while designing engaging, career-focused coursework. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies for implementing cross-disciplinary curriculum mapping, AI-driven course creation, industry partnerships, and work-based learning opportunities to enhance student career readiness and workforce preparation.

Discover how Sierra High School prepares students for college and career success through strategic partnerships and hands-on learning experiences. Collaborations with the Department of Rehabilitation, Teamsters, a local realtor group, and Community Health Systems provide students with real-world exposure to career pathways in their local community. Additionally, students engage in workforce readiness activities such as biweekly produce distribution, gaining valuable skills while contributing to their community. Sierra High School also offers College and Career A & B courses, equipping students with essential knowledge for post-secondary success. Join us to explore how these initiatives are bridging the gap between education and the workforce, ensuring students are prepared for a seamless transition into their future careers and higher education.