Educational Talent Search (ETS)

Creating a supportive learning environment to see our students grow academically

Our Goal

Talent Search‘s goal is to increase the number of youth from many backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in and complete their post-secondary education

ETS is for YOU

If you want to…
  • Prepare to apply & enroll in colleges & universities
  • Gain assistance with financial aid resources.
  • Improve your chances of succeeding in high school and beyond.
  • Build communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Attend college after high school graduation.
  • Enjoy field trips and hands-on activities during the school year and summer.
  • Meet new friends, have new adventures, and develop as a scholar!


Who's Eligible?

 
Which program you can join depends on whether or not you attend one of the following schools…

For students attending
El Cajon Valley High School
Mountain Empire High School
Mount Miguel High School
Monte Vista High School

Talent Search
Program Coordinator


Jorge Hernandez

Email: jshernandez@ucsd.edu

Our Services

  • Academic Advising
  • Tutoring
  • Workshops
  • Study Skills Development
  • College Application Support
  • FAFSA Support
  • College Campus Tour
  • Exposure to Math & Science
  • Summer Program
  • AND MORE…



Talent Search in Action

© 2025 All Rights Reserved.

                                                                                                                            Discrimination Statement 

In accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national 

                                                                                                origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories. 

                                                                                                    More information about Proposition 209 can be found here

                                                                More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here.