It is an honor to serve as the New School principal. I was born and raised in Watsonville. I am a lifelong community member and PVUSD product. I have worked at every level of K-12 Education from being an instructional aid at 19 years old, teacher at all three levels, and now as an administrator. Because of my roots and my experience I understand the importance of building strong communities and how student success at New School is pivotal to community development and health.

I have been at New School as a teacher for six years. In that time I have seen the incredible work done by New School Community and I hope to continue that work and more. We already have an incredible staff and amazing community partners that allow us to keep doing the important work as a community day school. I look forward to better leveraging our resources and opportunities to give our students the support necessary to overcome any obstacle that may come their way.

My goal for every student that becomes a New School Aztec is that they develop their prosocial and academic skills to be their best version of themselves. That when they walk off our campus for the last time, they know they are better for this experience and are ready for the next part of their journey. At New School, you will never be alone. Know that you will always have help along the way.

It truly takes a village and New School is the place to be!

As always, NEVER GIVE UP!!!

Jorge Bermudez

Principal, New School Community Day High School