4 San Diego County Schools Honored As Exemplary Dual Enrollment Schools

SAN DIEGO, CA — Four schools in San Diego County were recognized this month as 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment Schools.

A total of 32 California schools were selected for the award program, which identifies and recognizes schools with exemplary dual enrollment programs.

"It's my pleasure to recognize these schools for the incredible work they're doing to support California's students," State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond said in a statement.

"By partnering with their communities, they're opening doors and creating real opportunities for young people. Dual enrollment programs give students a chance to explore their interests, discover what inspires them, and begin their college journey early at no cost before they even graduate from high school."

Awardees had to demonstrate excellence in several areas of program focus, as well as strong, collaborative relationships among the high school, the college, families, community members and industry partners. Schools also had to demonstrate and provide evidence of equity, integration of college and district plans and frameworks, dual credit for high school graduation, outcome data, pathways, and student supports.

These are the 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment Schools in the San Diego area:

Altus Schools East County

• District: SBE - Altus Schools East County
• College Partner: Cuyamaca College

Altus Schools South Bay

• District: SBE - Altus Schools South Bay
• College Partner: Southwestern College

Health Sciences High and Middle College

• District: San Diego Unified
• College Partner: Cuyamaca College

Oceanside High School

• District: Oceanside Unified
• College Partner: MiraCosta College