Pathways to the Future (April 2025)

On Wednesday, April 23rd, students from the Colton, Redlands, and Yucaipa school districts gathered in Colton for the 13th Annual EMS & Tactical Medicine Expo. This hands-on, immersive event gave students interested in public safety and emergency medicine the chance to connect with industry professionals, explore state-of-the-art equipment, and gain valuable insights into a variety of careers in the field.

We extend our sincere thanks to all the first responders who took time out of their day to engage with students, share their expertise, and inspire the next generation of public safety professionals. Your dedication and support left a lasting impression!

Check out this month's Pathways to the Future video to hear directly from students and see highlights from the expo in action!

A special thank you goes to Board Member Patty Holohan, who spearheaded the event and played a key role in bringing this valuable experience to life. Her leadership and commitment to student success were instrumental in making the expo a reality.

Congratulations to our talented Colton welding students who competed at the SkillsUSA California State Leadership & Skills Conference! Our Welding Sculpture competitor earned an impressive 2nd place out of 18 contestants, while our Welding Fabrication Team proudly placed 15th out of 16 teams. We are incredibly proud of their hard work, skill, and the way they represented

Colton High School and CRY-ROP!

Under the direction of Chef Cahalan, Redlands East Valley High School culinary students sharpened their cooking techniques, mastering the art of seasoning, grilling, and plating delicious steaks. Great work, Wildcats!

Yucaipa High School CMA students are gaining hands-on experience! Recently, they practiced essential clinical skills like blood draws, administering injections, and taking blood pressure — preparing for real-world success in the medical field!

Join us for the 2024–2025 Evening of Excellence & Student Showcase on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at the San Bernardino Valley College Auditorium.

🎓 5:00 PM – Student Showcase

🏆 6:00 PM – Evening of Excellence

Don't forget to RSVP! 📲

Call (909) 793-3115 x500, scan the QR code, or visit: https://forms.office.com/r/KEFiq2R87V

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Last week, the WASC team shared their report — and it was full of praise for our organization! 🌟

They were especially impressed by the knowledge, professionalism, and heart shown by our students, Ambassadors, teachers, and CRSs. One reviewer even shared how much growth she had seen since her last visit 6 years ago. Thank’s to the passion and hard work of our CRY-ROP Family, we truly shined!

Missed the readout? Check out what they had to say about CRY-ROP here!!

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to the newest members of our team!

We’re excited to have Eric, Lysette, and Alejandra on board and look forward to the great things we’ll accomplish together!"

Our Student Services team is excited to be out in the community, connecting with students and families at a variety of events! We're proud to share information about our career education programs for both high school students and adults.

Come visit our table and discover the possibilities!

We’re excited to share that our new Mission, Vision, and Student Learning Outcomes posters are now up across campus! A huge thank you to our amazing Facilities Team for their hard work in getting them installed.

A huge THANK YOU to Nickelodeon Pizza and our incredible community members who joined us for our recent fundraiser! 🍕💙

Because of your generosity, we raised $150 for an Outstanding Student Award—an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students.

Your support means the world to us and makes a lasting impact on our students’ futures. We couldn’t have done it without you!

CRY-ROP’s Educational Foundation is poppin’ off a new fundraiser with Double Good popcorn!

From May 13 at 10 AM to May 17 at 10 AM, 50% of every purchase supports our students and programs. It’s a butter way to give back—plus, you get a tasty treat!

Be on the poppy lookout for an email from CRY-ROP’s Educational Foundation with all the flavorful details.

Shop. Snack. Support.

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.