Sequoia Union honors Tide Academy CTE teachers and Foothill College dual‑enrollment partners

Trustees recognized teachers and Foothill College partners who developed dual‑enrollment and Career Technical Education pathways at Tide Academy.

Tide principal Simone Rick kennel (as introduced) introduced CTE teachers (identified in the record as Brian and SRI go) and representatives from Foothill College (Simon, Josh and Michelle). Speakers described dual credit arrangements that allow teachers meeting minimum qualifications to serve as Foothill instructors, the creation of pathway certificates, a junior mentor program that pairs students with industry mentors, and student experiences ranging from programming robots to workplace internships. Presenters said the dual enrollment and CTE offerings contribute to college and career readiness and help explain a district college‑career indicator that sits above 60%.

District staff and Foothill partners described logistical work required to sustain dual enrollment, including cross‑institution coordination on course sections, faculty qualifications, and disability‑resource processes. Board members and district leaders praised the partnership and thanked teachers and college staff for the collaboration that supports student transitions to postsecondary opportunities.

The recognition was presented with applause and no formal board action was required.