Brett Baumgartner – DAR
Learning what I loved to do helped push me to get motivated to accomplish…my dreams and goals. It inspired me…and gave me confidence in myself.
Elisa Hurn – Future Success
My teacher had taught me that asking questions is the best way to learn. There were multiple obstacles that I had to overcome for JTED. The hardest challenge I had to overcome was giving up my love for competitive running.
Karelia Nunez – Future Success
The hands-on experience provided me with a deeper understanding of what it takes to be in the medical profession, allowing me to learn and apply concepts that I had only heard about before. The program pushed me to put more effort into my studies and to manage my time better. I became more organized and improved my study habits, two things that will help me in my lifetime.
Ava Gonzales – Future Success
Working with the Sports Medicine class changed my life for the better. I slowly began to overcome my shyness and I was able to develop better communication skills in addition to being able to work on my quick-thinking skills. I learned how to maintain professionalism between my fellow students, coaches and other adults.
Alek Peral – Future Success
As vice president of FBLA and treasurer of the National Technical Honor Society, I was provided with leadership skills that served to be of great benefit to me to work with others, and to be a team player. Through these positions, I learned business principles and how to communicate during a highly competitive setting when working under pressure. Traveling for national and regional conferences opened worlds to me. These experiences allowed me to build connections with students from different states who also admire business and taught me how to interact with varieties of people and cultures, which is fundamental for personal growth.
Tanner Palmer – MMEF
My desire for the satisfaction of a completed job was what led me to learning the skills of organization and commitment. … that’s what I will treasure because these skills are what have helped me through …. high school.
Angel Flores – O’Rielly Chevrolet Automotive
I first came to the class not wanting to be involved in automotive – I only wanted to fix easy problems. But as I kept doing more hands-on work, I fell in love with everything, especially the parts I knew nothing about. The thrill of working on a car, not a lot of other things can beat it… except maybe seeing how your work affects the car.
Naomi Burgueno Lopez – SAAG
During my time in the class, I gained a great deal of knowledge about the design industry and how to apply these skills. One of the key skills I developed was using a sewing machine. The class unleashed my true creative potential.
Montserrat Perez – SACCD
The 2 years in this program helped me develop self-confidence, valuable skills and a strong work ethic that will be beneficial in any future path I choose. As one of the few girls in a predominantly male class, I initially felt out of place. However, I faced these challenges, pushing myself to learn and to grow. Although I was intimidated by using tools at first, I eventually built the confidence to work independently and take on projects with increasing skill and precision. …It taught me the importance of resilience in overcoming obstacles.
Christine Le – SME
Mr. Fowler’s mentorship has been the most significant influence in my career path. Mr. Fowler has always believed in me, and his belief in my leadership ability encouraged me to lead, teach and make learning programming fun for others.
Ava Chesebrough – TRBFPF
I have on incredible role model who taught me so much, Chef De La O. She encouraged me to become a state officer and when I doubted myself, she reassured me that I deserved everything I worked hard for. She saw my passion for education, and encouraged me to achieve my goals.
Grecia Reyes – TRPFPF
Throughout the program, I was able to experience a close-knit family-like classroom environment where my classmates and I were able to learn from each other and support one another. This collaborative setting motivated me to continue pursuing my future healthcare career… the program solidified my belief that being a part of the medical field is one of the biggest goals in life.
Jenny Tran – TRBFPF
In the Veterinary Assisting program, I rediscovered a childhood passion. At the beginning of the program, I doubted my every move, afraid of making mistakes. Thru JTED I learned resilience and confidence. I grew more confident. I learned to trust my skills, stay calm under pressure and embrace challenges that once seemed daunting. Having classmates who encouraged me and instructors who guided me, gave me the push I needed to step outside my comfort zone, ask questions and take initiative in real-world situations.
Scholarship Quotes 2025
