Category: Education
LA Galaxy Brings Soccer Skills Camp to San Bernardino’s Mt. Vernon Elementary
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—Almost 500 Mt. Vernon Elementary School students laced up their sneakers on Sept. 18 for an unforgettable experience as the LA Galaxy brought their soccer camp directly to campus. The daylong clinic gave every student a chance to learn new skills, build teamwork and experience the joy of the game with one of…
CARES Program Hosts World Peace Day Celebration: “Act Now for a Peaceful World”
The CARES Program invites the community to participate in a World Peace Day Celebration scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at New Hope Family Life Center. This global observance, recognized by the United Nations each year, is devoted to strengthening peace awareness both locally and worldwide. This year’s theme, “Act Now for a Peaceful World,”…
California Coastal Cleanup Day transforms into world’s largest scavenger hunt
SAN FRANCISCO — California Coastal Cleanup Day will celebrate its 41st year this September with its first ever “Trashure Hunt.” The state’s largest volunteer event is expected to draw more than 50,000 people at hundreds of locations across the state. The California Coastal Commission organizes the annual cleanup, which this year promises to be the…
Second Inland Empire Multi-Year High School BSU Reunion Hosted by San Gorgonio High School Alumni
Alumni of the San Gorgonio High School Black Students Union (BSU) is hosting its second Inland Empire multi-year, multi-school Black Students Union High School Reunion. The event is scheduled for September 12-14 and will include three days of fun, entertainment, and an opportunity to catch up and reminisce with old friends. The first Inland Empire…
Second Inland Empire Multi-Year High School BSU Reunion Hosted by San Gorgonio High School Alumni
Alumni of the San Gorgonio High School Black Students Union (BSU) is hosting its second Inland Empire multi-year, multi-school Black Students Union High School Reunion. The event is scheduled for September 12-14 and will include three days of fun, entertainment, and an opportunity to catch up and reminisce with old friends. The first Inland Empire…
The Kid Angle Kid-focused news from First Focus on Children Clawbacks: The newest weapon in the Administration’s War on Children
The March of the Recissions continues, apparently with an even greater focus on hollowing out supports for children. The Trump Administration is planning to claw back Congressionally appropriated funding from the Department of Education, according to reports that surfaced this week, moving another step closer to effectively disabling the one-and-only federal agency devoted to children….
Is Your Parent Showing Signs Of Alzheimer’s? How To Tell…
Chances are, you have a friend, coworker, or relative who is currently caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. With over six million Americans living with the disease and diagnoses rising steadily every year, especially among younger individuals, Alzheimer’s is no longer something only associated with advanced age. More and more, families are facing this…
California’s Commitment to Education Renewed with 2025–26 Budget Agreement
SACRAMENTO—The California 2025–26 state budget was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday, securing critical investments for public education and directing key investments to areas specifically identified as priorities by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond and the California Department of Education (CDE). The budget package supports educators, strengthens early learning, and removes barriers…
High-Speed Rail Recognizes 17 Students Completing Central Valley Training Center Pre-Apprenticeship Program
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Established in 2020, the Central Valley Training Center offers hands-on, 10-week pre-apprenticeship training to prepare students for careers in the construction trades. To date, 268 graduates have completed the program, moving on to join unions, work for subcontractors, and contribute to high-speed rail construction in the Central Valley. SELMA,…
Evidence-Based Early Literacy Bill AB 1454 Passes California Assembly with Unanimous 75-0 Vote
SACRAMENTO, CA – Today, Assembly Bill 1454, jointly authored by Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas), Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance), and Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D-Baldwin Park) – passed the full Assembly floor with a unanimous 75-0 vote – a rare and resounding bipartisan show of support. California’s reading achievement gaps by both income and race are…
SBCUSD Breaks Ground on the New James Ramos Center for Public Safety
New $20M facility honors District alum and state leader deeply committed to safety, equity and student success SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) officially broke ground on a new Public Safety Building named in honor of California State Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a proud attendee of San Bernardino schools and lifelong…
Job Fair & Expungement Clinic May 28 10am-2pm
San Bernardino County is offering a valuable opportunity for job seekers and individuals seeking to clear their records with an upcoming Job Fair and Expungement Clinic. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28th, from 10 am to 2 pm and will be held at Ontario International Airport, Terminal 1, located at 1940 Moore Way,…
San Bernardino City Unified School District’s San Andreas High Named a 2025 Model Continuation High School
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—San Andreas High School, in the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD), has been named a 2025 Model Continuation High School by the California Department of Education (CDE) and the California Continuation Education Association Plus (CCEA Plus). The CDE announced last month that 74 schools throughout California were recognized as Model Continuation…
President Trump Deals More Blows to America’s Students
Statement from Denise Forte, president & CEO of EdTrust, on the recent wave of executive orders targeting education WASHINGTON – “Last evening, President Trump signed several new executive orders that will further weaken our nation’s education system. This marks yet another dangerous step toward limiting what students can do and learn, and will transform the…
SBCUSD Board of Education Presents Feb. Outstanding Awards
The Outstanding Achievement Awards Recognize District Students, Parents and Staff SAN BERNARDINO, CA—On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) Board of Education presented the Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents and staff of Salinas Elementary School, Thompson Elementary School, Paakuma’ K–8 School and San Bernardino High School (SBHS). The Board…
SBTA President Ashley Bettas-Alcalá Named Woman Of Distinction By state Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) proudly celebrates Ashley Bettas-Alcalá, the president of the San Bernardino Teachers Association (SBTA), who has been recognized as a Woman of Distinction by California State Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes. This honor, presented at a special luncheon on March 7, acknowledges Bettas-Alcalá’s unwavering dedication to educators,…
Riverside County News Release: RUHS’ Whole Person Health Score Validated by Harvard-affiliated Research Group
MORENO VALLEY, CA (March 20, 2025) – The Whole Person Health Score, an innovative and holistic patient assessment tool developed by Riverside University Health System (RUHS), was independently validated by a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. The Whole Person Health Score (WPHS) goes beyond examining a person’s physical health; it strives to understand their emotional…
Project Fighting Chance Named SBCUSD’s Outstanding Community Partner for February 2025
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is proud to have recognized Project Fighting Chance as its Outstanding Community Partner for February 2025 in honor of its unwavering commitment to the well-being and success of local students. “Project Fighting Chance is more than a boxing gym; it’s a sanctuary for our youth,…
Ex-Teacher Who Threatened Latino Fruit Vendor With Racial Slurs Ordered To Pay Damages
(LOS ANGELES) – A former public school teacher who launched a racist and anti-immigrant tirade against a Santa Clarita street vendor was ordered by a judge to pay over $49,000 for his harmful actions. MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) filed the lawsuit in May 2024 on behalf of the fruit vendor. The…
Chaffey District Board elects Dr. Don English as its President; the career educator is the first African American to serve in that role
ONTARIO, CA – Throughout his trailblazing career, Dr. Don English has prioritized the well-being of all students, supporting vulnerable populations and fostering safe, more inclusive communities. Now, as the first African American to serve as President of the Chaffey Joint Union High School District Board of Trustees, Dr. English is eager to build on the…
President Biden awards STEM NOLA the Presidential Award for Excellence In Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring
President Joe Biden has awarded STEM NOLA the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). The New Orleans-based non-profit is a national leader in breaking down racial, ethnic, and gender barriers in teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to K-12 students. The PAESMEM is the nation’s highest honor for…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Celebrates Landmark Victory to Establish Social Security Fairness for Educators and Public Servants
SACRAMENTO—Today, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond issued a statement celebrating the signing of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) into law by President Biden. “For decades, our educators and other public servants, including firefighters and police officers, have been shortchanged by reduced Social Security benefits when they retire,” said Superintendent Thurmond. “These dedicated professionals spend…
San Gorgonio High School Celebrates Grand Opening of New Culinary Arts Center, Aquatics Center and Tennis Courts
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—San Gorgonio High School (San G) proudly unveiled its state-of-the-art Culinary Arts Center and new Aquatics and Tennis Center during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Nov. 22. The event marked a major milestone for San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) and the ongoing commitment to providing world-class facilities and resources for students….
Six SBCUSD Schools Named to Education Results Partnership Honor Roll
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The Educational Results Partnership (ERP) named six San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) campuses to its 2024 Honor Roll for being high-performing schools that improve student academic outcomes. The award-winning schools are Hillside University Demonstration School, Kimbark Elementary School, Paakuma’ K–8 School, Richardson PREP HI Middle School, Rodriguez PREP Academy Middle School…
Murder Charges Filed Against Drunk Driver That Killed Two Toddlers and Injured Others in Rialto
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. – On November 26, 2024, San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office prosecutors in our Office of Traffic Safety Unit filed multiple felony charges including murder against Alexis Jose Garcia (28) of San Bernardino. On the evening of November 24th, Defendant Garcia was allegedly driving under the influence, and ran a red…
