About Us
Our Namesake
Everett Alvarez Jr.
We are named after Everett Alvarez Jr., a native of Salinas, California, and a national hero. Born on December 23, 1937, Alvarez served our country as an aviator in the United States Navy. During the Vietnam War, he was shot down and captured by the enemy, becoming a prisoner of war (POW) for over eight and a half years, making him the second longest-held American POW. After his liberation, Alvarez continued to serve our country with distinction in various government roles. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts, two Legions of Merit, and the Distinguished Flying Cross. Following his government service, Everett Alvarez successfully established and operated two IT and consultancy businesses. When reflecting on how his experiences influenced his post-war activities, he stated, “I came out of the prisoner of war camp after eight and a half years wanting to catch up. My whole life since then has been pursuing those dreams that I thought about while sitting in those cells. I’ve never looked back; I’ve always looked forward.”
As outlined in our Mission and Vision Statements, we at Everett Alvarez High School strive to build a learning community upon a foundation of respect with pillars of responsibility, perseverance, and honor.
Mission
Proudly following the legacy of Everett Alvarez Jr., we will empower our students to succeed academically and serve their community with respect, responsibility, and honor.
Vision
Our staff will...
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Provide a rigorous academic program to support all students’ success and passion for lifelong learning.
- Allow students to explore, learn from, and give back to the community.
- Demonstrate diplomacy, integrity, and commitment to excellence in our daily actions, which in turn will inspire students to do the same.
Our Administration
Miguel Ocampo
Principal
Brenda Jurado
Assistant Principal
Juan Ledesma
Assistant Principal
