San Dieguito Academy Foundation

Asymtek Mentor Steve des Jardins

Bridging academics to the world of work

We invite you to join our team as we prepare the workforce of the next generation.

Career Pathways supports and develops programs to provide students with the necessary skills for tomorrow’s workforce. We introduce students to both traditional and non traditional careers, teaching life skills that lead to success after high school.

To give students an optimal learning experience, SDA partners with many local businesses and community members. Industry sectors include: Arts, Media and Entertainment, Manufacturing and Product development, Information Technology, Public Services, and Health Science and Medical Technology.

How Your Company Can Get Involved

ViaSat Mentor Dan Strich

• Provide students/teachers with an opportunity to visit your work site
• Develop internships for students
• Serve on an advisory board for classes in your field
• Donate equipment or supplies
• Share your expertise with a class

For more information, please email Assistant Principal Jeanne Jones or Foundation Director Sheila Durkin, or call: (760) 753-1121, x5085.

Current Community Partners:

• Asymtek
• ViaSat
• Qualcomm
• AFCEA San Diego
• City of Encinitas and the Mizel Family Foundation
• Expertise Engineering
• Nypro
• Scripps Healthcare
• MediaFlo Qualcomm
• Vertex Pharmaceuticals
• BIOCOM
• RiverVest
• Workforce Partnerships
• Keane Studios