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Foothill Middle College
An innovative, diverse, and flexible educational pathway
Do you ever feel like the standard high school isn't for you? Are you searching for a different academic or social experience? Then you are in the right place.Middle College is for intellectually-curious students who are looking for a different high school experience. Community is central to our program's philosophy which is why so many of our students share that they finally feel a sense of belonging in Middle College. Joining this caring, safe and supportive community of students and teachers has helped our students thrive emotionally, socially and academically.
Middle College bridges the gap between high school and college. Students take both high school and college classes on campus at Foothill College. They join a cohort of high school students who take classes together daily, and receive individualized counseling from their Middle College teachers to meet their graduation requirements.
Middle College bridges the gap between high school and college. Students take both high school and college classes on campus at Foothill College. They join a cohort of high school students who take classes together daily, and receive individualized counseling from their Middle College teachers to meet their graduation requirements.
What the Program Offers
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Join a small, safe and supportive community of staff and students
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Take both high school and college classes at Foothill College campus, earn up to 60 transferable college credits for free
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Get individualized counseling from our Middle College staff
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Explore your academic interests & direct your own education
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Design a flexible schedule that works for you while also taking MC classes
Our Students
The program is open rising juniors and seniors who are eligible to enroll in one of the following high schools:
- Mountain View High School
- Los Altos High School
- Alta Vista High School
Information Sessions
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the program, meet the teachers and talk to current MC students. Join us for one of our in person or online information sessions:
| January 17, 2024 | Online | 6:30pm | On Zoom |
| January 19, 2024 | Mountain View High School | 10:07am | CCC |
| January 24, 2024 | Mountain View High School | 10:07am | Library |
| January 26, 2024 | Los Altos High School | 10:07am | Student Union |
Middle College Open House - Mandatory Meeting for Parents & Students*
All students planning to apply to the Middle College Program must attend the following meeting with a parent or guardian. During the meeting, our teachers will review the program in detail and be available for Q&A.
Open House February 7, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm | Foothill College, Dining Room (rm 2201) | Map (Parking in lot 2)
How to Apply
Students interested in attending Middle College must complete and submit the following by February 26, 2024:
- Foothill Middle College Application (complete and submit online)
- Personal Statement
- Transcript (submit .pdf online; does not have to be an official copy)
- Two recommendations, one from a teacher and one from a counselor (download the Recommendation Form here)
NOTE: Teachers/Counselors can complete the recommendations online
Please contact Annett Trail (annett.trail@mvla.net) with any questions or concerns.
Foothill Middle College | 12345 El Monte Road | Los Altos Hills, California 94022 | phone 650.949.7168 | fax 650.917.8665 | www.foothillmiddlecollege.org
