College, Career, and Life Readiness

Our mission is to nurture the diverse gifts and capabilities within each individual; challenge every student and adult learner to persevere for excellence; develop competent, resourceful, resilient, and empowered learners who are prepared to meet the challenges of a complex future; and enhance the human capacity for courage, compassion and contribution.

To achieve this mission, IUSD takes a comprehensive approach that combines academic performance, intellectual risk-taking, and health and wellness. Irvine Unified Career Technical Education creates a bridge to college, career, and life readiness through authentic learning experiences. We also work closely with higher education institutions and the business community, including partners like Edward Life Sciences, Broadcom, and Google, to understand what they seek in future students and employees. This collaboration ensures that, as a K-12 institution, we are best preparing you for success.


College, Career, and Life Readiness Team

Christopher Krebs
Executive Director, Education Services
christopherkrebs@iusd.org 

Connie Jacobs
Coordinator, College and Career Readiness Counseling
Secondary School Counseling
College and Career
K12 SWP & K16
conniejacobs@iusd.org 

Vidalia Resendes
Coordinator, College and Career Readiness
CTE/ROP
Perkins/CTEIG
vidaliaresendes@iusd.org 
 

Vicky Hsu
Counselor on Special Assignment
K6/K8 Career Development
vickyhsu@iusd.org 

Kevin O’Connell
Counselor on Special Assignment
Dual Enrollment
kevinoconnell@iusd.org 

Jenny Thai
Counselor on Special Assignment
AVID District Director
jennythai@iusd.org 

Elena Guerena
Admin Assistant Secondary Education
elenaguerena@iusd.org 

Natalia Guidotti
Assistant to College and Career Readiness Team
nataliaguidotti@iusd.org 

(Vacant)
Work-Based Learning Tech
Data/Internships

 

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

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CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE)

IUSD School Counselors

School Counseling Program

College and Universities

College & University Information

Dual Enrollment and Early College Credit Helpful Reminders

Dual Enrollment / Early College Credit

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Financial Aid, Scholarships & Student Opportunities

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