More Than a Program: The Umoja Family

In this inspiring episode of CJUSD Chats, we lift up the powerful voices of Umoja students from Centennial High School as they share their real schooling experiences and words of encouragement for our incoming 9th-grade students, new to the NEW Dual Enrollment Pathway, Umoja. 🖤💛❤️💚

Students speak openly about the impact of the Umoja program, the importance of community, culturally relevant curriculum, academic excellence, and personal growth. 📚🌟 They also share helpful tips about study habits, engaging classroom practices, and what it takes to stay successful in high school.

A special spotlight goes to Counselor Amber Thompson, whose students describe her as being “like a mom” because of the love, support, accountability, and high expectations she brings to the program every day. ✨

Umoja is open to ALL students who want to be part of a learning environment that builds belonging, leadership, culture, and achievement. 🌍🎓

Tune in to hear authentic student voice, uplifting stories, and the transformational power of Umoja! 🎧🔥

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We look forward to chatting with you all soon!

Dr. Clark, Coordinator of Equity & Access
Ms. Saldana, Curriculum Program Specialist, EdTech PK-6

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