CELEBRATING JOSH HILL: 2021 COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Alameda County’s 2021 Teacher of the Year Josh Hill has played an essential role in the expansion and innovation at Foothill High School. Hill, who has served PUSD for over 12 years, has been teaching Biomedical science since it started as a career pathway at Foothill. He has been integral in the push for numerous grants
Mr. Hill’s labs and I learn about different career paths available to me. You learn about yourself and what path is the best fit for you.” Part of the team at Foothill that participates in the Tri-Valley Education Collaborative (TEC), Hill helps identify collaborative opportunities between Tri-Valley high schools and community colleges.
to support the expansion of CTE courses and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) programs at Foothill High School. Most recently, Hill helped secure a $3M grant through the California Department of Education to expand Foothill’s new CTE classroom buildings.
“The way Mr. Hill teaches, you can get interested in anything”
“The way Mr. Hill teaches, you can get interested in anything, I’m interested in the medical field but I was only aware of the larger professions,” said Foothill Sophomore Megha Dinesh. “What we do in Mr. Hill’s class mirrors the
“Mr. Hill makes what we learn relatable so we actually understand the material and so it sticks. He always makes sure to ask how we feel and gets our input,” said Foothill Junior Sana Jayavarapu. “We get hands-on experience every week through
real world and I’m able to learn what it’s like in specific medical careers and the skills needed to pursue each career.” Thank you, Josh, for your dedication to current and future Falcons!
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