We take a look at the stories that are coming to the web and in
the paper. This week: the career training education programs at
Gilroy High School and the city’s consideration of expanding its
urban services area.
1. A schooling in reality
Real world experience and vocational education keep students in school, educators say. Accordingly, Gilroy educators are looking to beef up the vocational education program at GHS to better prepare students for life after high school. We take a look at the programs that are in place and what programs are in the pipeline.
2. City to expand? (Services at least…)
Over the last month, the city has received three applications – including one from itself – to expand the city’s urban services area by 460 acres near the sports park and along the city’s southern corridor. The extra space would accommodate Gavilan College, which is trying to add a dormitory component for more than 400 students, and the long-term plans of Shapell Industries, the firm that developed Eagle Ridge. The developer has no specific plans at this time but anticipates 670 residential units east of Thomas Road and Santa Teresa Boulevard and south of Luchessa Avenue, according to Planning Department documents. This is the first step of a long-term process that will involve the county and city council, as well.
