Our Motivation
My journey is one of second chances and service. After being expelled from the Tulare County education system at a young age, I found a new path through the United States Marine Corps. I discovered the value of education and pursued higher learning, eventually becoming a College of the Sequoias faculty leader with over 20 years of experience. I believe every student deserves a meaningful path forward, and that a young person should never be permanently defined by their past. My experiences as a Marine, educator, and family man shape my approach to public service.
Our Core Values
Guiding principles that shape our approach to public service and community education.
Opportunity
We believe every student deserves a meaningful path forward. Our focus is on creating multiple pathways to success, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Accountability
Second chances and high expectations belong together. We hold ourselves and our community to the highest standards of transparency and integrity.
Service
Leadership grounded in lived experience. Our service is rooted in military service, teaching, and the belief that public service is a calling.