Coach Rob Inspires Biomedical Science Students at Century High School

In January, Coach Rob expanded his reach to our Century High School community, bringing his signature energy and student‑centered approach to four BioMed classes. His interactive presentation had every student on their feet, literally and figuratively by challenging them with a creative scenario where each person had to add their own twist to the story. What started as a simple prompt quickly turned into a room of laughter, collaboration, and confident voices. Coach Rob’s ability to spark engagement and build connections continues to make a meaningful impact on our students, reminding them that their ideas matter and that learning can be both powerful and fun. 

Financial Literacy in Action: Thank You, Gabriel Orozco!

Our Engineering students at Valley High School gained powerful real‑world knowledge this month thanks to Gabriel Orozco, Business Development and Financial Education Manager with the Santa Ana Federal Credit Union. Gabriel led four engaging financial literacy workshops that broke down essential topics every young adult needs to understand.

Students learned the key differences between credit unions and banks, explored how credit works, and discussed how financial decisions today can shape major milestones like purchasing a car, renting an apartment, or securing future loans. His clear explanations and relatable examples helped students see the importance of building healthy financial habits early. We are deeply grateful for Gabriel’s continued partnership and his commitment to empowering our students with the tools they need for strong financial futures. His time, expertise, and genuine care make a lasting impact on our community.

Bureau of Auto Repair (BAR) Presentation to Auto Academy Community garage students

On January 28, 2026, Community Garage students participated in an industry-focused presentation led by Mauricio Cabeza from the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR). Mauricio shared an overview of who BAR is, the role it plays in the automotive industry, and why understanding its services, codes, laws, and regulations is essential for anyone pursuing a career in automotive.

Students learned about BAR’s “Write It Right” requirements for service agreements and how these standards apply directly to real-world work, including internships, employment, and customer service. Mauricio also shared his personal career journey through the automotive pathway and his progression to his current role as Automotive Program Supervisor II within the Field Operations & Enforcement Division.



The presentation gave students a deeper understanding of the importance of BAR and how industry knowledge strengthens their professionalism and job readiness. It also added an important layer of preparation as students get ready for the upcoming Community Garage, ensuring they are applying industry standards while serving the community

Global Business Academy: Business Partner Mentors in Action

Throughout January, Global Business Academy (GBA) business partner classroom mentors continued their monthly commitment to supporting students across grade levels. Partners provided in-class support tailored to student needs, helping freshmen strengthen their water project pitches, guiding sophomores as they developed business teams, and supporting seniors through wellness-focused learning, including a digital detox session led by guest speakers from Just Gather.

Beyond classroom support, GBA business partners remain actively engaged through monthly advisory meetings with teachers and the High School Inc. team. These conversations help align industry insight with classroom learning, ensuring students are exposed to current business practices and are well prepared for in class projects through project based learning and their post-graduate journey.

GBA students are surrounded by a dedicated network of professionals who are invested in their growth, success, and future readiness.

THANK YOU to our GBA Business Partners for your continued support and dedication—your time and commitment are truly valued and appreciated.

Automotive Academy

Community Garage

Where Students Serve & Skills Ignite!



On Saturday, January 31, 2026 our Automotive Academy hosted another Community Garage at Valley High School.

Our Automotive Community Garage is more than a place to get a tune-up, it’s a hub where High School Inc. Automotive Academy students put their classroom learning into action, serving the Santa Ana community with real-world vehicle inspections, tire rotations, oil changes, and more while building technical expertise and professional confidence.

We are deeply grateful to our students for their dedication, our auto instructors and automotive industry professionals for their mentorship, and all of our partners including SAUSD Career Education & Workforce Innovation, Valley High School and Santa Ana High School staff, industry mentors, and business supporters who make this hands-on, community-connected experience possible. Your support drives student success and community impact every single day!



THANK YOU AGAIN TO OUR SAFETY SPONSORS!

On January 9, E-Business Academy students at Century High School participated in a business plan pitch practice as they prepare for the VE West Region State Conference & Exhibition in Bakersfield (February 3–5). Students will be judged on their business plan presentation and overall concept during the competition.

During the practice session, students presented their Global Plate business concept, received direct feedback, and engaged in meaningful discussions with industry professionals. The experience helped students refine their pitches, strengthen their ideas, and build confidence as they continue preparing for competition.

This month, the Ambassadors of High School Inc. took their class photo and began planning their class leadership event that they will organize and lead later this year.

Valley High School Ambassadors kicked off the new year with their “Speak Like a Leader” session, focused on building strong communication skills using the 3 C’s: Clarity, Confidence, and Connection. Students were engaged and actively practiced their speaking skills through group activities and peer feedback, strengthening their ability to communicate as leaders and representatives of their school and pathways.



Ambassadors also heard from Pat Daniel Carreras, who visited to share the story of Anthony Barajas and the significance of the Anthony Barajas Acts of Kindness Scholarship. Pat spoke about Anthony’s life, his legacy, and the importance of leading with kindness. As she presented, she modeled the 3 C’s in action, demonstrating clarity, confidence, and connection, reinforcing the skills ambassadors had been practicing throughout the session.  Ambassadors were asked to help spread the word about the scholarship opportunity and spreading acts of kindness. 

From the

MACC Farm

We recently hosted an incredible Servathon at the MACC farm, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the amazing group of students and community members who joined us for a day of service and learning. They jumped right into our spring cleaning efforts, bringing great energy and teamwork with them. A big thank-you to High School Inc. for generously providing healthy and nutritious snacks that kept our participants fueled throughout the day.

During the Servathon, students made a meaningful impact across the farm. They helped trellis our dragon fruit, mulched and added fertilizer to our trees to support healthy growth, and ensured our crops are on track to produce fresh fruit for our community. They also took on the important task of cleaning the onion beds by removing weeds, giving our plants the space they need to thrive. Their hard work will be felt for months to come.

Days like this remind us how powerful community collaboration can be. When students, partners, and volunteers come together, we’re able to grow more than just food we grow connection, stewardship, and shared responsibility for our land. We’re so thankful to everyone who participated and supported this Servathon, and we look forward to welcoming more volunteers out to the farm as the season continues.

Our student-led MACC club was also hard at work recruiting new members, spending their lunchtime during club rush connecting with students and sharing the incredible work we do and the many benefits of joining the MACC club. Our officers made the experience extra special by surprising new sign-ups with fresh flowers grown right here at the MACC. Many students were impressed to learn that such beautiful flowers were grown on campus. We’re excited to welcome new faces and can’t wait to inspire a new cohort of students to give back to their community.

Meet the E-Business Academy Trade Show Team

Century High School's E-Business Academy students have been working hard over the past several weeks preparing for their competition in Bakersfield, CA. We're happy to announce they have made it to finals and will be going to New York City! We are so proud of you!

Thank you, Jennifer!

We would like to recognize Ms. Jennifer Yaeger for her dedication and leadership within the E-Business Academy. The strong connection she builds with her students is evident, and the care she puts into supporting their growth truly shows in their confidence, preparation, and professionalism.

Through her intentional instruction, Ms. Yaeger has created a learning environment where students are developing transferable skills that will serve them well beyond graduation communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and professionalism. These skills are essential as students navigate future career options, competitions, and long-term goals.

Seeing students confidently present, engage with business partners, and take ownership of their work reflects the foundation Ms. Yaeger has built. The students’ readiness to interact, ask questions, and apply feedback speaks directly to her commitment to preparing them for what comes next.



We are grateful for Ms. Yaeger’s leadership, dedication, and the meaningful role she plays in shaping the E-Business Academy and supporting student success.

Meet Jessica!

High School Inc. is proud to recognize and appreciate Jessica Mayder for her outstanding contributions as a Marketing Intern. Jessica plays an important role in supporting the organization by creating and managing social media content, designing marketing materials, and assisting with outreach campaigns that highlight High School Inc.’s career-readiness programs.

Jessica brings creativity, care, and intention to her work, helping tell the stories of our students and community in ways that inspire engagement and strengthen our mission to empower youth through education and business partnerships.

She recently graduating from Chapman University, with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and a minor in English.

We are grateful for Jessica’s professionalism, positive energy, and commitment to excellence. Congratulations again on your recent accomplishments.

High School Inc. Mentorship Program

Join the High School Inc. Mentorship Program

Mentorship matters. At High School Inc., mentors play a key role in helping students build confidence, explore career possibilities, and navigate life after high school. By sharing your time, experiences, and guidance, you can help students see what’s possible and take meaningful steps toward their future.

If you’re ready to take the next step, please complete the Mentor Interest Form.

Let’s invest in the next generation! Your guidance could be the turning point in a student’s life.

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Competitions

Students across High School Inc. academies and pathways are actively preparing for and competing in a wide range of regional and state competitions this season.  Healthcare Academy students are competing in events through HOSA – Future Health Professionals as well as SkillsUSA, applying both technical knowledge and professional skills. Engineering Academy students are preparing for a robotics competition, where they are applying problem-solving, design, and teamwork skills. 

Global Business Academy students are participating in skills-based competitions in SkillsUSA, while E-Business Academy students are preparing for the Virtual Enterprise competition. BioMed students are engaging in the DNA essay competition, and Culinary Academy students are actively preparing for their upcoming ProStart competition.

Auto Academy students will also be competing in a skills challenge event in partnership with Cypress College Automotive department. 



Students are putting in the work practicing, preparing, and learning through the process. Some students have completed initial rounds, while others are still awaiting next steps. Regardless of where they are in the competition cycle, their effort, growth, and commitment are worth celebrating.

Please join us in recognizing the dedication our students bring to representing their academies and pathways this competition season.

Make Prom Possible for a Student

Prom is a milestone many students look forward to, but rising costs have made attendance difficult for some families. We’re inviting our Valley High School community to help ensure every student has the opportunity to attend prom by sponsoring a ticket or contributing toward a student’s cost. Your support provides more than admission, it offers inclusion, dignity, and a chance for students to fully celebrate this important moment. Thank you for helping make prom accessible for all. Click Here for more information

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