IYT Stagg High School Impact Update: January 2026

Month in Review: Character & Commitment

This month at Stagg High School was all about character development. Our Brothers showed that being a leader means serving your community, balancing your responsibilities, and staying committed to your own personal growth.

Brotherhood Culture: MLK Community Service Day & The First Stagg Raffle

MF Fabian Molina with our brother Mateo Castelo, as he won the first Stagg IYT raffle.

IYT Stagg staff and Brothers proudly served the community on MLK Day at the Salvation Army, honoring Dr. King’s legacy through service, unity, and giving back. It was a powerful reminder that our Brotherhood extends far beyond the walls of the school.

Highlight Moment We also hosted our very first Stagg IYT raffle to reward student engagement! Mentor Fellow Fabian Molina presented Brother Mateo Castelo with the grand prize. Mateo took home an IYT drawstring bag, a water bottle, a t-shirt, and a book! Congratulations on the win, Mateo!

Academic Achievement: Brother Dominic

Stagg High School basketball player Dominic Cook poses with IYT staff during his Senior Night, where he was recognized for his academic and athletic achievements.

We proudly celebrate Dominic Cook on his Senior Night for basketball! Dominic represents his team with excellence both on and off the court, maintaining an impressive 3.75 GPA while balancing the heavy demands of athletics and academics. His dedication, discipline, and commitment to success truly reflect the values we strive to instill in our Brothers. After graduation, Dominic has a clear path forward: he plans to attend Delta College to pursue a trade in electrical work. We are incredibly proud of the leadership and focus he continues to demonstrate!

Brother of the Month

Brother Claudio

11th Grade

Claudio has shown immense character development and has grown socially and academically this year.

His commitment to personal growth is evident through his consistent participation in workshops and mentorship sessions, where he always shows up ready to learn and lead. Claudio maintains a positive attitude, supports his peers, and serves as a strong role model within the program. His resilience and determination have resulted in noticeable improvements in his grades, and he continues to embrace new challenges with confidence and enthusiasm. Keep pushing forward, Claudio—your journey is just getting started!

Leadership Update: Central Valley Board of Advisors

We're thrilled to announce our new Board of Advisors for IYT Central Valley! These dedicated individuals are deeply committed to moving the needle forward for young men of color.

Featured Advisor

Diane Ornelas

Social Services Case Manager, SUSD

"As a parent of a current IYT member, I have seen first-hand the impact the program makes on our youth."

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Program Directory & Schedules

Program Manager: Jazz Swanson

Phone: 209-904-2368

Email: jazz@improveyourtomorrow.org

Stagg High School

Programming Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays Study Hall: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Mentor & ParentEngagement

• Parent Engagement Sessions: 122

• Mentor Sessions: 120