Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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BRIDGET E. MEDRANO

Santa Clara

Summary

Student-centered, equity driven school leader with over 25 years of experience in secondary education, including instructional leadership, student services, school operations, activities and athletics. Proven ability to build collaborative staff cultures, support student success, and manage complex school systems, including testing, special education support, and co-curricular programs. Committed to equity, strong relationships, and high expectations for both academic and extracurricular achievement.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Assistant Principal

MISSION SAN JOSE HIGH SCHOOL
Fremont
09.2019 - Current
  • Students (last name) A-I
  • English, Social Studies, ELL Departments
  • Athletics
  • Student Support Team/504 Plans/IEPs
  • Career & Technical Education (CTE)
  • TIP-WEB/Textbook Oversight
  • Ohlone College Dual Enrollment
  • CAASPP/CAST Testing Coordinator
  • ELPAC Test Coordinator
  • PSAT/NMSQT; SAT School Day Coordinator
  • Instructional Leadership Team
  • School Site Council (2020-2023)
  • FUSD Fine Arts Curriculum Council Lead (2020-2023)
  • PE Curriculum Council Co-Lead (2024-present)

Teacher, Family & Consumer Sciences

MILPITAS HIGH SCHOOL
Milpitas
08.2003 - 09.2019
  • Department Lead, Family & Consumer Sciences; (2013-2019)
  • PLC Lead, Family & Consumer Sciences (2010-2012, 2014-2019)
  • Head Cross Country Coach (2005-2012, 2015-2019)
  • Head Track & Field Coach (2009-2013, 2015-2019)
  • Assistant Track & Field Coach (Distance) 2006-2008)
  • Freshman Transition Program Teacher Lead (2011-2012, 2018-2019)
  • AVID Teacher (2015-2019)
  • ASB Class Advisor (2008-2010; 2010-2017)

Education

California Tier 2 Education Administrative Clear Credential Program -

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
San Diego, California
05.2022

Master of Arts - Educational Administration & Supervision, Urban High School Leadership Program

SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY
San Jose, California
05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Home Economics Education Major, English Minor

LEE HONORS COLLEGE, WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Kalamazoo, Michigan
04.2001

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Testing coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Parent engagement
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Staff development
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Performance evaluations
  • Critical thinking and judgment
  • Faculty support
  • Behavioral intervention
  • School administration
  • School culture

Accomplishments

Mission Valley SELPA Award (2022, 2023)

Affiliations

CADA Conference Participant (2012, 2013)

Certification

California Clear Administrative Services Credential

Timeline

Assistant Principal

MISSION SAN JOSE HIGH SCHOOL
09.2019 - Current

Teacher, Family & Consumer Sciences

MILPITAS HIGH SCHOOL
08.2003 - 09.2019

California Tier 2 Education Administrative Clear Credential Program -

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts - Educational Administration & Supervision, Urban High School Leadership Program

SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Home Economics Education Major, English Minor

LEE HONORS COLLEGE, WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
BRIDGET E. MEDRANO