Category: Local & Community
Southern California Education Leaders to Address Inequities and Remove Barriers for BIPOC Students, Parents, and Staff
The first ‘Learn.Lead.Liberate’ conference will be held on July 27th WHAT: The 21st Century California School Leadership Academy (21CSLA) and the Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) will host a one-day conference for Southern California education leaders in Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties to discuss ways to create educational environments that work…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond to Provide School Districts With Supports to Counter Declining Enrollment
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond will convene a webinar to assist school districts in building strategies to counter declining enrollment. Thurmond will host and moderate the webinar on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. “It has been our priority to ensure that students and families are engaged in public schools and that…
Nearly 53,000 student loan borrowers in California approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
PSLF highlighted as Public Service Recognition Week begins Today, to mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for approximately $42 billion in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) since October 2021. PSLF covers public employees—such as teachers, firefighters, and members of law enforcement, as…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Honored with Educator of the Year Award by Loyola Marymount University
Thurmond Recognized for Leading Efforts to Transform California Schools LOS ANGELES—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond was honored Sunday, April 30 with the Educator of the Year Award by Loyola Marymount University (LMU) School of Education. The award recognized Superintendent Thurmond’s substantial contributions to the field of education; his advocacy for greater equity in…
How Superintendent Mauricio Arellano Spent His First Week in SBCUSD
New Superintendent Mauricio Arellano spent his first week at the helm of the San Bernardino City Unified School District reacquainting himself with schools across two cities, where he visited numerous classrooms and spoke with students, teachers, and administrators after arriving at a rousing homecoming. Arellano also relished meeting families and reconnecting with longtime colleagues. In…
Black-Owned Student Athlete Preparatory Academy Launches LA-based Pilot Program For Summer 2023
“Dual Threat Prep’s inaugural program will equip student-athletes with the skills necessary to make an impact outside of the game,” said Dual Threat Prep Founder and Executive Director Kristina T. Wilson, Esq. (Black PR Wire) LOS ANGELES – Dual Threat Preparatory Academy, a Black-owned and operated educational program for student-athletes, is excited to announce the…
Almost 2,000 SBCUSD Kindergarten Students Take Part In Kindercaminata
Kindergarten students from across San Bernardino and Highland participated in the KinderCaminata events in March and April, as part of a nationwide initiative that aims to promote college going among young children and their families. Students dressed in matching, colorful t-shirts visited San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) where they were welcomed by students and staff…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Receives Award for Economic Education and Doubles Down on Campaign to Promote Personal Finance Education
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond was recently given an award for Excellence in Leadership by one of the state’s premier financial literacy organizations, the California Council on Economic Education. Thurmond championed financial literacy during his time as a legislator and previously established a nonprofit program for helping at-risk youth develop their entrepreneurial skills…
SBCUSD Multilingual Programs College and Career Readiness Fair at San Bernardino Valley College!
Join SBCUSD for the upcoming Multilingual Programs College and Career Readiness Fair at San Bernardino Valley College! April 22, 2023 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Click on the flyer below to register!
City of Rialto Receives $2 Million Grant for Lake Rialto Project
“Support for this model of an urban water stewardship project is something all of our elected policymakers should be advocating. This needs to be at the forefront of their priorities,” said Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson. Rialto, Calif. – _The City of Rialto receives $2 million in federal funding to support its Lake Rialto habitat project….
The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce recognizes 6 Amazing Women Entrepreneurs
San Bernardino, CA March 27th – The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce recognized women entrepreneurs in celebration of Woman’s History Month and the 6 nominees were: Alydda Hill- Alydda is recognized for her contributions to the community through entertainment and music. Also known as Amoré The Songstress, Alydda has been singing and performing throughout…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Visits Flood Zones, Provides Support and Donations to Pajaro Students and Families
WATSONVILLE—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond visited Monterey and Santa Cruz counties on Friday, March 24 to join first responders, school district administrators, and local leaders at Pajaro Middle School. Thurmond distributed gift cards, clothing, and much-needed school supplies to affected students and families after a levee break flooded the community on March 10….
New Film About Racial Integration of Little League will Benefit HBCUs
This Field Looks Green To Me is a sports epic about how kids helped change racial inequalities in the Jim Crow south in the 1950s. MIDDLESBORO, Ky. and PADUCAH, Ky., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — This Field Looks Green To Me is a feature length fictionalized telling of a true Appalachian story about three kids…
SBCUSD Offers Support to Families During Spring Break
San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) students will be off on Spring Break for two weeks starting March 20 and returning to class on Monday, April 3, 2023. Middle College High School and Inland Career Education Center (ICEC) students have a single week of Spring Break from Monday, March 20 through Friday, March 24….
Ginger Ontiveros Retires From SBCUSD
Following an illustrious career of public service and leadership, Chief Communications and Community Engagement Officer Ginger Ontiveros announced her retirement from the San Bernardino City Unified School District effective March 31. Ontiveros, who started with SBCUSD more than six years ago, has served on the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet since she was hired. During her career…
Damon’s Story: How WDB, InTech and apprenticeship changed one man’s life
Through the challenges of devastating life events, Damon Bridges needed something to change his fortunes and bring peace to him and his family. He found that, through the support of WDB and an apprenticeship program that prepared him for a life-changing career change. Bridges’ seemingly impossible journey began as a young man, with dreams of…
City of Victorville Spring Festival & Egg Hunt April 8
VICTORVILLE, Calif. — The City of Victorville will hop into spring with its annual Spring Festival and Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hook Park located at 14973 Joshua Street. All are invited to come and enjoy this event that will feature an egg hunt for children, local…
Sponsors Needed For Latino History Bee
On Thursday, April 20, students from across the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) will test their knowledge of Latin-American and Hispanic history and culture during the Latino History Bee. The Latino History Bee is the only event of its kind in the nation. The bee is divided into multiple rounds, with each round…
New General Manager announced for Toyota Arena in Ontario, California
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 (Ontario, California) Toyota Arena has announced the position of General Manager has been filled by Gus Le Grand. He took on the day to day duties of General Manager as of March 20, 2023. “We are pleased to welcome Gus to Ontario and look forward to his expertise in managing our…
Social Lites, Inc. 56th Annual Beautillion Program I Am…. Changing the Narrative Knights Conclude 2023 Program Thousands to be Distributed
The time has come to the last few weeks of the Knights training and completing of our 6 month culminating program. Together they have learned, volunteered, persevered and staying the course. Through this process they have maturing and are ready for the next journey in their lives. Our goal since 1968 has been…
Uplifting Our Community, One Note At A Time
Music Changing Lives Seeks to Empower Our Youth & Serve Surrounding Communities San Bernardino, CA Ongoing Programs – With nearly 25 years of service, Music Changing Lives (MCL) has made it its ultimate goal to offer the highest quality music and art enrichment programs to underprivileged and at-risk youth. MCL serves children and youth ages…
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Annual curbing hunger event raised awareness about food insecurity and recognized community volunteers
(Riverside, CA – March 10, 2023) – On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) hosted their annual Curbing Hunger event, formally known as the Ladles of Love luncheon. This in-person lunch was for community partners, volunteers, board members, and donors. A special thanks to the fantastic sponsors Molina Healthcare, Enterprise…
This Spring Declutter Your Home And Donate Your Items To Support A Good Cause
San Bernardino, CA, March 14, 2023-Are you overwhelmed with clutter or excess of personal items occupying your space and don’t know where to begin organizing it? There’s no time like the present to clean out your closets and cupboards and donate your old gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, books, blankets, small appliances and other home…
International Award-Winning Maryland Based Choir, Takoma Academy Joins National Nonprofit U.S. Dream Academy for a Special Concert in San Bernardino, CA
The Empowering Students Through Song – U.S. Dream Academy and Takoma Academy Partner to Host Special Concert in San Bernardino, CA The event will take place Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the San Bernardino Seven Day Adventist Church, 1696 North G Street, San Bernardino CA, 92405 Event Background: International award-winning choir, Takoma…
