Patterson Joint Unified School District received a $100,000 grant from the state to expand its dual enrollment program, which allows high school students to access college courses.
The new funding from the California Department of Education will let students take these college courses at Patterson High School instead of needing to drive to Modesto Junior College.
According to district spokesperson Johnny Padilla, the new funding will enable students to take their collegiate courses during their regular school day with instructional support from some Patterson High School teachers. That will reduce the time and driving commitment that dual enrollment previously required of participating students…