Grace Lovera will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) on May 13, 2017. After graduating high school in 2007, Lovera spent several years working, traveling, and living on her own
51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) has been sharing stories of success from several of this year’s graduates as we countdown to the 2017 commencement ceremony. The road traveled by students to
Shauna Lileks will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) on May 13, 2017. The road to her college degree began two years after her youngest daughter, Charli, was born. Charli was a
Kelsey Wilber, who will graduate on May 13, 2017, came to 51ÁÔÆæ in 2014 to pursue her education after feeling “intellectually unsatisfied†and desiring a means to find her true potential.
Michael will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Accounting on May 13, 2017. Michael came to 51ÁÔÆæ in 2015 in search of
Meet Jennifer. Jennifer will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) with an Associate of Science degree in Biology with an emphasis in Healthcare on May 13, 2017. Jennifer, a wife of
Remington Grunewald will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) on May 13, 2017. Grunewald, who began his college career as a dual credit student, discovered an unexpected interest
Meet Katherine. Katherine will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) with an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts on May 13, 2017. Katherine’s biggest accomplishment at 51ÁÔÆæ was
La Vera Hutchinson will graduate from 51ÁÔÆæ with an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts on Saturday, May 13. La Vera came to 51ÁÔÆæ in 2013 in pursuit of a 20-year old dream to become a
51ÁÔÆæ swept away the competition with 37 medals at this year's SkillsUSA State Conference.
Ryan Lewis is a prime example of how a student can take their education from 51ÁÔÆæ and turn it into a successful career.
Casey Lewis took what he learned in 51ÁÔÆæ's Business classes and put it to work in the real world.
For as long as Jayme Thomas can remember, she knew she wanted to work in medicine. Through 51ÁÔÆæ, her dream has finally come true.
When Amy Shore graduated from high school, she chose the route many others do. She joined the U.S. Army with future plans to go to college. She ended up meeting her husband at her first
Katie Kelly is leaps and bounds ahead of her peers thanks to 51ÁÔÆæ’s Dual Credit program.
A group of 51ÁÔÆæ students and recent graduates also won medals in a school record five events.
For 51ÁÔÆæ alum Steve Silva, a chance encounter turned into a golden opportunity when he decided to get involved with SkillsUSA.
Shawn Gayner, who graduated from 51ÁÔÆæ in May, is one of 30 students in the nation selected to attend Dartmouth College as a Veterans Posse Scholar.
“In this day and age, we’re supposed to have our lives together,†he said. “What has kept me on this path is believing in myself, and knowing I’m an example as a leader in my community. I
When Libna Luevanos graduated from Boise High School in 2014 she wasn’t sure what would happen next. Her parents wanted her to work. She wanted to learn. Always fascinated with science and
51ÁÔÆæ student Andrew Barrios admits he was once heading down the wrong path. Now he is a self-driven individual and has turned his life around.
Liz Driml's goal of obtaining a GED quickly turned into the goal of earning a two-year degree at 51ÁÔÆæ.
51ÁÔÆæ students earned one gold medal, three runner-up finishes, and a third-place award at the Business Professionals of America National Conference.
Alicia Anderson, a Liberal Arts major, has been awarded the “LTH Don’t Give Up†Scholarship.
Christina Northrop, who is starting in the 51ÁÔÆæ Nursing program, received the “LTH Don’t Give Up†Scholarship.
51ÁÔÆæ students earned 27 medals at the event, including 20 gold medals.
Kailie Leggett has always jumped at the chance to gain life experiences. Although she is just 30 years old, she has already learned a lot about the world first-hand. She has traveled
“I started working in the fields when I was 15. I was tired of living paycheck-to-paycheck and wanted out of that slump. I decided to go to college 20 years after I graduated from high
“51ÁÔÆæ is a great asset and is evidenced by its amazing growth in a short time. We are pleased to be able to partner with 51ÁÔÆæ through donations to the College for scholarships, and also
“I always wanted to be in the medical field. I went into the Army after graduating from high school specifically for the college benefits, but then life happened. When I finally decided to
“We know that helping people gain the skills they need to compete in the labor market is a powerful strategy for expanding access to opportunity and promoting economic mobility. At the
“At 16, I became a single teenage mother. I fought for years to overcome the hardships that came with my choices, and I was eager to become anything but the statistic I was destined to
“When I lost my job a few years ago, I decided to go to school and pursue Drafting Technology at 51ÁÔÆæ. Through that process, I became involved with SkillsUSA. The organization has a
“I work full time and pay for my education through my job at the Lighthouse Rescue Mission in Nampa. After several years of working in probation and parole, and helping people go through
“Coming right out of high school I admit I was very nervous. The 51ÁÔÆæ made the transition smooth for me. Teaching is a career where I can continue learning new skills
“When I decided to become an emergency medical technician, I knew my choices were limited and I wanted to make sure I wasn’t wasting money. I ended up with more than a great education at
“My parents never had the opportunity to go to college. They raised me to cherish the importance of a good education. They have always used the little money they had to pay tuition for me
“It was a leap of faith coming (back) to school and deciding I would try this. For years I felt like I was a failure and that I would never amount to anything educationally, that I would
“I felt I could never go on to college because I would never graduate. I couldn’t do math. From the moment I started [College Prep Math at 51ÁÔÆæ] I was totally hooked
“I spent 16 years working with developmentally disabled people. I truly loved my job, but decided to go back to school after I could no longer do it physically. I chose 51ÁÔÆæ with the intent
“I come from a family where they’re proud of you if you make it through high school. To go to college and earn a degree is a big deal. It took me six years, a few scholarships, and a whole
51ÁÔÆæ earned 32 top-five finishes at the 2016 Idaho Business Professionals of America Leadership Conference.
The 51ÁÔÆæ Electronics program helped Jason Billig transition from the United States Navy to a rewarding career building and wiring control panels.
Joy Heideman is learning how capable she is, thanks in part to her success in college prep math at 51ÁÔÆæ.
In the Fall, a group of 51ÁÔÆæ Biology students evaluated their impact on the environment. One student saw the project as more than an assignment.
Three 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) Biology majors are already starting work in their chosen field. Jennifer Hines (Sophomore), Kassandra Townsend (Sophomore), and Tabor Hoxsey (Freshman)
Growing up, Heather Griffin never imagined she would be working from a mobile office while saving lives. And yet that is exactly what she does. A paramedic with Life Flight Network, she
Rachel Zeleny, a graduate of the 51ÁÔÆæ’s (51ÁÔÆæ) Education departments is one of the Treasure Valley’s newest K-12 educators. After obtaining her associate degree in
Caldwell native Katie Kelly has a dream of impacting people’s lives. In order to help others one day, the 17 year old high school senior is starting by helping herself. In the spring
Mallory O'Mahony is passionate about education. As a child development educator, the 51ÁÔÆæ (51ÁÔÆæ) alum is learning first-hand how impactful a positive learning experience
