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Middle College

Middle College is an educational alternative for FUHSD juniors and seniors who need a different high school environment in order to achieve success -- academically, socially and/or emotionally. Students earn high school and college credit simultaneously, complete requirements for high school graduation and explore individual interests through a diverse college curriculum.

Middle College students are required to take two high school courses each year, taught by Fremont Union High School District teachers on the De Anza campus, to satisfy high school graduation requirements. Juniors take an integrated course in American Literature and US History, while Seniors take Contemporary Literature as well as semester courses in Economics and US Government.

The Middle College Student

Although there is no “typical” Middle College student, successful Middle College students tend to possess most of these characteristics:

  • A need to learn in an environment different from a traditional high school;
  • A passion for learning and a strong sense of intellectual curiosity;
  • A willingness to contribute to and be an active participant in the Middle College community;
  • An ability to succeed in a fast-paced, independent college learning environment;
  • A deep interest in a specific subject, like math, literature, art, music or social science;
  • A mature and honest approach to problem solving; and
  • A desire to continue his or her education at the post-secondary level.

Contact Information

Crystal Dalgleish
Junior Year American Studies Instructor/Advisor
(408) 864-8633

Sean Morrison 
Senior Year Social Science Instructor/Advisor
(408) 864-8956

Dena Zlotziver
Senior Year English Instructor/Advisor
(408) 864-8617

Lisa Freitas
School Counselor
(408) 864-8589

Alison Coy
Director, Educational Options
(408) 522-2275

Laura Gonzales
Assistant Principal, Educational Options
(408) 522-2292

Middle College Calendar

Discontinuation of the College Now Program

The College Now program has been discontinued for the 2023-24 school year. Those who were previously interested in this program should contact their school counselor to discuss other options.