BOUSD reports rising college enrollment, strong persistence and CTE grant wins
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Summary
District presentations showed steady first‑year college enrollment (with Fullerton College the top destination), 91% persistence to year two for the class of 2023, growth in dual enrollment, and nearly $800,000 in CTE grants to support pathways including robotics and AI initiatives.
District leaders presented two linked briefings on postsecondary enrollment and career technical education (CTE).
Dr. Johnson (postsecondary lead) reviewed National Student Clearinghouse and CaliforniaColleges.org data showing steady first‑year college enrollment rates across recent graduating classes, a rise in dual/concurrent enrollment opportunities, and strong persistence: 91% of students who enrolled in college in the first year after graduation continued to year two (class of 2023). Fullerton College was the most common destination.
CTE update: Dr. Johnson and CTE staff highlighted nearly $800,000 in grants obtained by the district to expand CTE pathways (robotics, AI, Wildcat Medical). Presenters noted work‑based learning, internship development through North Orange County ROP, and plans to broaden public awareness through chamber outreach (Good Morning Brea) and the district’s CTE advisory. Trustees asked about equitable internship opportunities across pathways; staff said base program funding is equal and differences in extras arise from grants or fundraising tied to individual programs.
Why it matters: High persistence and expanded dual‑enrollment pathways increase college completion odds and local workforce readiness. District leaders said the CaliforniaColleges platform helps students discover careers, assess fit, and launch applications; the district plans to push career awareness down to middle grades to strengthen pathways earlier.
Next steps: staff will provide additional trade school and certificate data on request, continue to expand dual‑enrollment agreements and report on internship pipelines and employer partnerships.