Dora Islas has been at SCCS for nineteen years. She has experience in various grades though she has worked with junior high students most of her career,
Some major highlights for 8th grade students are:
- Portfolio Presentations: eight grade requirement based on the mastery of the Student Learning Expectations
- Fieldtrip to the Museum of Tolerance (MOT) in L.A.
- Retreat: an overnight retreat during Lent at Whispering Winds in Julian, CA
- Knott's Berry Farms after graduation as a reward
- Biography Fair: Students become a special personality that has contributed in a positive manner to the community. Students dress up as that person and include
artifacts.