Celebrate the stories, people, and milestones that bring the Highlands community together.
Neil Wilson overcame a learning disability and personal challenges after leaving high school to care for his ill father. Although he built a career through skilled trades, he remained determined to earn his high school diploma from Highlands.
“Just keep studying and keep studying. Now I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. You can get there — I am a good example of that.”
His story is a reminder that it is never too late to keep moving forward.
291 stories of persistence, momentum, and possibility. Congratulations to every Highlands graduate who reached this milestone.
Graduation is a milestone, not the end of the relationship. Here are a few things happening across the Highlands community.
Congratulations to the 291 graduates who completed the 2025–2026 school year.
Highlands is proud to partner with La Familia Counseling Center, helping connect students and families with education, family support, workforce development, behavioral health services, and youth programs.
Visit La FamiliaIssue 01 featured several regional hiring events. Those August 2026 dates have passed, so they are shown here as an archive instead of being presented as upcoming events.
Scottish Rite Masonic Center · Sacramento
Employers hiring throughout Northern California.2901 50th Street · Sacramento
Employer connections and job-search assistance.Westfield Galleria at Roseville · Roseville
Regional employer connections and hiring opportunities.Find more alumni stories, community news, and career opportunities in our latest newsletter.
There are many ways to reconnect with Highlands and inspire current students.
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Catch up on the stories, milestones, and opportunities from our Highlands community.
02Karla Rios’s story, CALA news, a conversation with Jonathan Raymond, David Garibaldi’s return, and fall career fairs.
Read Issue 201Neil Wilson’s journey, 291 graduates, La Familia Counseling Center, and our first alumni connections.
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