March 2025

Students in the Veterinary Assistant class at Bloomington High School are fur-real getting hands-on experience caring for animals and learning the skills needed for a future in veterinary medicine. From pet check-ups to proper animal handling, these students are clawing their way to

success—one paw at a time!

Check out this month’s Pathways to the Future to see these future vet pros in action!

The CRY-ROP Educational Foundation is thrilled to recognize Alexis Lorenzo, a junior at Bloomington High School and CRY-ROP Student Ambassador, as the winner of this year’s Program Cover Contest! His design was selected from an impressive 152 entries, showcasing the incredible creativity of our students.

Thank you to all the students, teachers, and CRSs who participated and supported this contest!

We look forward to celebrating Alexis, our Outstanding Students, Ambassadors, and scholarship winners on May 14 at San Bernardino Valley College. More details to come!

CRY-ROP will welcome the WASC accreditation visiting committee from April 21st to 23rd.

This is an important opportunity to showcase our programs and commitment to student success!

📧 Be on the lookout for an email from Melissa with more details about the visit.

Our Yucaipa HS Ambassadors recently visited Park View Middle School to showcase their skills, share experiences, and spark excitement for high school!

On Friday, 2/28, CMA and EMR Ambassadors demonstrated and modeled what students will be learning in high school CRY-ROP classes, giving them a glimpse into exciting career pathways.

We are incredibly proud of the students from our Adult CNA Program and Colton Joint Unified School District’s CNA Program who have successfully completed their journey to becoming healthcare professionals! Your dedication, perseverance, and passion for helping others have led you to this incredible achievement.

Each Pinning Ceremony is a celebration of your hard work and commitment to making a difference in the lives of patients and communities. We know you will go on to do amazing things, and we can’t wait to see where your careers take you!

Our CRY-ROP staff is always on the move, actively working to support students, collaborate with community partners, and drive innovation. Their dedication to shaping the future is what keeps us moving forward every day.

Mr. Dominguez (GTHS) hosted a session at Educating for Careers CTE conference. His session, “Connecting with Your Breakfast Club!”, was a fantastic experience filled with fun interaction, laughter, a few tears, and even a paper airplane contest! He emphasized the importance of connection for our students! Be sure to go listen to his students' podcast for more insights!

Scott Raine and David Aman delivered an amazing presentation at Educating For Careers CTE conference with "Hit the Road with CRY-ROP's Counselor Roadshow!!" The first session of the conference had a great turnout, showcasing the impact of CRY-ROP.

Dr. Jason B. Angle and Melissa Dix represented our team at the state capitol during the 2025 CAROCP March Meeting and Legislative Visits.

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.

Preparing students for high demand careers by providing exceptional Career Technical Education programs influenced by business and industry.

Our Vision

Inspiring career possibilities for all students.