Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools

Build Highlands Back Podcast with Jonathan Raymond

Education EN ↓ 6 episodes

Hosted by Jonathan Raymond, Executive Director of Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools in Sacramento, this podcast highlights the power of adult education. Highlands serves adult learners 22 and older, from all walks of life, who have not earned a high school diploma, offering a pathway to new opportunities. Jonathan sits down with students, staff, legislators, and community leaders to explore real stories of perseverance, the policies shaping education, and the impact of education on families and communities.

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Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools

Episodes

Episode 7 - Jerry Simmons on the 5/19 SCOE Appeal 14.05.2026 12:26

Jonathan sits down with HCCTS' general law counsel, Jerry Simmons, of Young, Minney & Corr to discuss the appeal HCCTS is bringing before the board at the Sacramento County Office of Education on May 19th, 2026. They explain what the appeal is and what it isn't!

Episode 6 - Charles Husted - Safety, Security & Service 18.02.2026 19:00

Jonathan discusses a life of public service with HCCTS' new Director of Safety and Security, Charles Husted.

Episode 5 - Dr. Stacey Ault & Dr. Addie Ellis 21.01.2026 35:49

Jonathan Raymond, Executive Director of Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools discusses the importance of holistic student services for adult learners and the positive community impact they can have.

Episode 4 - Eric Chapman - HCCTS Chief Educational Officer 17.12.2025 32:38

In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Eric Chapman, Chief Educational Officer for Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools, to explore his experiences in education and shares some details about ambitious academic rebuild taking shape at Highlands.

Ep. 2 - Kathy Chao Rothberg - Lao Family 31.10.2025 38:03

Jonathan sits down with Kathy Chao Rothberg to discuss the state of adult education in California and the importance of accessibility of education and the ways it benefits a community.

Ep. 1 - Meet Jonathan Raymond 05.09.2025 18:39

To accept the role as the new Executive Director for Highlands Community Charter and Technical School, Jonathan Raymond also had to accept the very real challenges that face HCCTS. In this Episode, Jonathan and Studio 23x producer Nate Garcia discuss Jonathan's vision for the future of Highlands.