Pathways to the Future (May 2025)

In this month’s video spotlight, we’re diving into the hands-on world of Yucaipa High School’s Construction pathway! See how students are mastering industry techniques, working with real-world tools, and laying the foundation for exciting careers in construction.

What an unforgettable night! Our Evening of Excellence was truly a celebration of passion, purpose, and achievement. Congratulations to our Student Ambassadors, Teacher of the Year, Employee of the Year, and our inspiring Scholarship Winners. Your hard work and dedication shine bright — we are so proud of each and every one of you!

A heartfelt congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Daphne Hunter-Rakes, and Classified Employee of the Year, Maria Cutz! We are so proud of your unwavering dedication and the incredible impact you make on the students and staff you serve every day. Your hard work, commitment, and passion truly inspire us all.

Couldn’t join us live? Here’s your chance to watch the full ceremony of CRY-ROP’s Evening of Excellence 2025! Celebrate with us as we honor the achievements of our outstanding students, educators, and partners. This full-length video captures every inspiring moment of the night — from heartfelt speeches to student recognitions.

We’re thrilled to celebrate Colton High School’s incredible showing at the 2025 SoCal STEAM Expo at Yucaipa Regional Park! Students showcased a cross-pathway project that brought together Mechatronics, Welding, Auto, and Graphic Communications to

design, build, and brand a functional boat!

Redlands Easy Valley’s Aviation students toured the SB Airport hangars, learning about the many roles pilots can pursue. As part of the SB County Micro-Internship, they also gained hands-on industry experience and made professional connections along the way!

YHS students recently had the opportunity to attend a pre-apprenticeship symposium at San Bernardino Valley College, where they explored a variety of career pathways and connected with industry professionals—leaving the event as winners!

As we reflect on Classified Employee Appreciation Week, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each of you.

Your hard work, dedication, and care are truly appreciated, and your contributions to our schools, students, and community do not go unnoticed.

Thank you for everything you do to make a difference!

We’d like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to Klatch Coffee inside Sprouts in Redlands for their generous donation during Classified Appreciation Week!

With the approval of the owners and the help of Arturo Oliva and his team, they kindly provided two gallons of their signature in-house cold brew for our staff celebration. Their support and generosity made our event even more special as we honored and appreciated the hard work of our classified staff.

Thank you once again to Klatch Coffee for their community spirit and support!

We’re thrilled to congratulate Megan Kelley and Robert Webster on their recent graduations! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to lifelong learning truly inspire us all. By leading by example, you’re paving the way for our students to see what’s possible. Your achievements remind us that education is a journey with no limits, and we’re so proud to celebrate with you both!

To all of our amazing CRY-ROP students who are graduating – congratulations! We are so proud of each and every one of you. You’ve worked hard, grown your skills, and are ready to take on the world. We hope you’ve found inspiration, practical skills, and new confidence through your classes at CRY-ROP. Wishing you the best of luck and success as you step into your next chapter. Remember, your future is full of endless possibilities!

Please be advised that the date for the Back-to-School In-Service has been updated.

Due to adjustments in our partnering school districts’ calendars, the new in-service date is now scheduled for:

Monday, July 28, 2025

Please make sure to mark your calendars with this new date!

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the CRY-ROP Educational Foundation’s Double Good Popcorn fundraiser. Because of your generosity, we raised a total of $413.50!

Your support makes a difference by helping us provide career opportunities and essential resources for our students. Let’s keep the momentum going as we continue to inspire career possibilities for all!

Thank you again for your participation and generosity!

The CRY-ROP Educational Foundation, Inc. enriches the experience of Career Technical Education students by serving as a catalyst and funding source for promoting and celebrating education success, encouraging lifelong learning, and contributing to students’ future career and educational goals. Funds raised through the Educational Foundation go directly to funding student award scholarships, which are presented at the annual Evening of Excellence.

Buy gift cards from Raise Right for special occasions or everyday purchases to help us reach this year's fundraising goal for Educational Foundation. You can choose either physical digital gift cards, which can be emailed as gifts. Each purchase helps support student awards and scholarships at our annual Evening of Excellence.

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