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Raising the Ceremonial Final Beam: A Major Milestone for Lynwood High School Imperial Campus

Lynwood Unified School District marked a major construction milestone on January 26 with a Beam Signing and Topping Off Celebration at the Lynwood High School Imperial Campus, commemorating the placement of a ceremonial last steel beam on the new three-story classroom building scheduled to open in Fall 2027. The ceremony highlighted steady progress on the District’s $250 million, state-funded reconstruction project, which will pave the way for a 156,384-square-foot, state-of-the-art learning facility when the campus reopens. Students, staff, community members and District leaders signed the ceremonial beam before it was lifted into place by a crane – symbolizing shared pride, resilience and investment in Lynwood’s future.

Covina-Valley Unified Schools Named to AP School Honor Roll, Highlighting College Preparedness

All three Covina-Valley Unified comprehensive high schools have been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll, a distinction that underscores the District’s commitment to providing rigorous academic opportunities that prepare students for success in higher education. Northview High School earned silver-level recognition, while Covina and South Hills high schools were each named bronze schools based on performance data from the Class of 2025.

El Monte Union Students to Help Shape Meal Plans Through Dietary Inclusion Council

El Monte Union High School District students who would like to see more vegetarian and vegan options for lunch will have an opportunity to shape their school’s meal plan through the District’s newly-formed Dietary Inclusion Council, a student-led coalition that will work directly with the Nutrition Services Department to advocate for healthy, plant-based items on daily lunch menus. The council was spearheaded by Arroyo High School senior Emily Lin, who petitioned the Board of Trustees to pass a resolution to establish the Districtwide advisory body. The resolution was passed during the Jan. 7 Board meeting. Lin also helped secure a $4,000 microgrant from the nonprofit advocacy group Friends of the Earth to support the promotion and marketing of plant-based options across the District.

How a Small, Rural College Strengthened Student Success Through Caring Campus

As one of the smallest Caring Campus institutions, Ranger College in Texas has intentionally cultivated a culture of care that removes barriers, builds trust, and strengthens student success. In doing so, the college demonstrates how faculty and staff can create meaningful change regardless of size or geographic location. That commitment to implementing Caring Campus principles and strategies is reflected in everyday moments. Meetings often begin with stories of Random Acts of Kindness witnessed on campus – whether it be faculty members helping students navigate unfamiliar spaces, staff stepping up beyond their job descriptions, or acts of generosity that extend into the surrounding community.

Raising the Ceremonial Final Beam: A Major Milestone for Lynwood High School Imperial Campus

Covina-Valley Unified Schools Named to AP School Honor Roll, Highlighting College Preparedness

El Monte Union Students to Help Shape Meal Plans Through Dietary Inclusion Council

How a Small, Rural College Strengthened Student Success Through Caring Campus

Saturday, February 21

Upland High School to Host Western States Jazz Festival, Drawing Student Talent from Across California:

Approximately 80 jazz ensembles, ranging from elementary school through college, will participate in the 52nd Annual Western States Jazz Festival, representing schools from throughout California. Student musicians will compete in multiple divisions based on age and experience level, showcasing their talent through performances of classic and contemporary jazz selections. Awards for first-, second-, and third-place will be presented in each division. The two-day festival will feature daily guest performances by Wayne Bergeron, an Emmy-nominated trumpeter whose work spans more than 500 television and motion picture productions, including Jeopardy! and Disney’s The Incredibles. Bergeron is widely recognized as one of today’s leading studio and jazz trumpet artists. The event is open to the public, with tickets available for purchase on site. Refreshments will be available for purchase. All proceeds from the festival will benefit the Upland High School Instrumental Music Program.

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