Valley High School

Get Back UP Today Co-Captain Jamie Whitmore Inducted into Sacramento Sports Hall of Fame

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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ROCKAWAY, N.J., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get Back UP Today , the global movement empowering individuals facing mobility challenges, proudly announces the induction of TeamUP Co-Captain, Jamie Whitmore, into the prestigious Sacramento Sports Hall of Fame.

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  • ROCKAWAY, N.J., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get Back UP Today , the global movement empowering individuals facing mobility challenges, proudly announces the induction of TeamUP Co-Captain, Jamie Whitmore, into the prestigious Sacramento Sports Hall of Fame.
  • Jamie Whitmore becomes the first Paralympic athlete to be inducted into the Sacramento Sports HOF.
  • As a Co-Captain for Get Back UP Today, Jamie proudly wears an Allard AFO brace for both walking and cycling.
  • Join us in celebrating Jamie Whitmore's induction into the Sacramento Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing her indomitable spirit and inspiring journey.

U.S. Labor Shortage Renews Focus on Career-Ready Education for High Schoolers

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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These newly built facilities are the latest educational endeavor for the High School Inc. Foundation, which has been serving communities in Southern California for 16 years.

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  • These newly built facilities are the latest educational endeavor for the High School Inc. Foundation, which has been serving communities in Southern California for 16 years.
  • A very generous matching grant of $500,000 has been given to High School Inc. from the Thompson Family Foundation.
  • The Thompson Family Foundation has also shared prior success stories with High School Inc. tied to the operation of their other educational facilities.
  • “Offering high schoolers easy entry into these understaffed trade professions is renewing the focus on career education nationwide and will increase our enrollment and our graduation rate dramatically within Santa Ana Unified.

Nicholas Academic Centers’ Scholars, Educators, and Community Members Gather to Give Thanks for the Great Achievements of Its Students and Alumni and Their Impact on the Local Community

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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It was a full-circle moment for Duarte, who 14 years ago stumbled onto the NAC after following his friends there.

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  • It was a full-circle moment for Duarte, who 14 years ago stumbled onto the NAC after following his friends there.
  • Similarly, returning alumna Vazquez credits her success to the NAC who helped her thrive at Holy Cross College in Indiana.
  • “I want NAC students to go on and get their master's and doctorate degrees,” said Dr. Nicholas.
  • Since its inception, Dr. Nicholas has donated $45.7 million to support the three NAC locations in downtown Santa Ana, Valley High School, and Century High School.

Nicholas Academic Centers Launches 202 Students From Disadvantaged Backgrounds to Prestigious Universities

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Watching his parents struggle to pay for necessities motivated Jesus to attend college and pursue a career in business to support his family.

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  • Watching his parents struggle to pay for necessities motivated Jesus to attend college and pursue a career in business to support his family.
  • Sandra Hernandez learned to adapt to loud environments as her family shared one house with many other families to make ends meet.
  • The Nicholas Academic Centers (NAC) became her quiet sanctuary to study, and she was often the last to leave.
  • One hundred percent of the NAC graduates will move forward with their academic careers at prestigious universities, receiving 1,749 college acceptances.

Las Vegas Raiders, Intermountain Healthcare Honor Nevada High Schools with New Helmet Wall Installation at Allegiant Stadium

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sept. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Las Vegas Raiders and Intermountain Healthcare today saluted Nevada high schools as they unveiled a permanent installation at Allegiant Stadium.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nev., Sept. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Las Vegas Raiders and Intermountain Healthcare today saluted Nevada high schools as they unveiled a permanent installation at Allegiant Stadium.
  • The Battle Born large display was revealed this morning with the football helmets of 96 Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association high school football teams.
  • The installation features the quote: THE GREATNESS OF THE RAIDERS IS IN ITS FUTURE, the renown adage from Owner Al Davis.
  • Last month, the Raiders and Intermountain surprised two Las Vegas football programs in collaboration with Intermountain to donate helmets to players of the Canyon Springs and Valley High School teams.