Grant Union High School, located at 1400 Grand Ave., has been selected as a 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment School - making it the only school in Sacramento County to earn this distinction. Photo courtesy of Twin Rivers Unified School District

MCCLELLAN PARK, CA (MPG) – Twin Rivers Unified’s Grant Union High School has been selected as a 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment School – making it the only school in Sacramento County to earn this distinction and placing it among just 32 schools recognized statewide for excellence in dual enrollment programs.

The award, announced by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, celebrates schools that are expanding opportunities for students to earn college credit while still in high school through strong, high-quality dual enrollment programs.

According to the California Department of Education, awardees had to demonstrate excellence in several areas of program focus. Applicants had to demonstrate and provide evidence of strong, collaborative relationships among the high school, the college, families, community members and industry partners. They also had to demonstrate and provide evidence of equity, integration of college and district plans and frameworks, dual credit for high school graduation, outcome data, pathways and student supports.

The American River College (ARC) dual enrollment program’s vision is to equitize students' access to and success in higher education – especially those from historically underserved populations in the greater Sacramento region – by providing clear and attainable pathways into Los Rios and beyond, according to its website.

Since 2023, four Grant students have earned their high school diplomas and their associate degrees through the district’s dual enrollment partnership with American River College (ARC).

Grant Union High School is located at 1400 Grand Ave., Sacramento.