With the 2024 general election less than three weeks away, Lynwood High School on Oct. 11 transformed its gymnasium into a vibrant mock political convention, with students campaigning for their chosen candidates and measures, informing attendees about key issues on the ballot and marching for changes they hope to see as part of the school’s Rock the Vote event. Clad in professional business attire and ready to defend their candidates through colorful poster boards, dozens of seniors presented a presidential candidate, their respective economic policies and propositions ranging from affordable housing and mental health to climate change and school facilities via Measure U and Prop 2.
Current Rosemead High School students and alumni, dating back to the 1950s, commemorated the school’s legacy and impact with student performances and carnival-inspired food and games during a 75th-anniversary Panther Palooza celebration on Oct. 10. El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) leaders, Board of Trustee members, staff, students, and the community embraced the festive atmosphere, which was orchestrated by the RHS Associated Student Body (ASB) and Class of 2025 before Rosemead’s football game against Mountain View High.
La Serna High School girls flag football coach Dylan Long wasn’t sure what to expect when tryouts were announced ahead of the school’s inaugural year of Del Rio League play after flag football became sanctioned as the newest CIF-Southern Section sport for the 2024-25 school year. Long, a Class of 2021 La Serna High graduate, hoped that enough female athletes would show interest so he could put together a complete roster - he didn’t need to worry. When 118 girls came to tryouts, Long said he realized not only is the sport extremely popular, but would be a lot of fun to coach with motivated players looking to create legacies in a new sport. La Serna High School's flag football team overcame a challenging start to the season and is now celebrating a dominant run. As the season wraps up, they now hold the title of the sport’s first-ever Del Rio League champions.
Río Hondo College’s (RHC) Nursing Program has a proven track record for preparing students for academic and professional success, earning it the 13th ranking of RegisteredNursing.org’s 2024 list of California’s top colleges offering an associate degree in nursing. RegisteredNursing.org based its top 20 rankings of all 131 eligible California nursing schools on pass rates of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). RHC’s Nursing Program scored 97.03 out of a possible 100 points on the exam, which is required to be a licensed nurse and measures clinical safety and competence at the entry level.
At Texas A&M University – Kingsville (TAMUK), establishing a caring and welcoming culture is a cornerstone of the student experience. As a Caring Campus, TAMUK continues to foster an environment where students feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their educational goals. One such student is Amberly Zaragoza, a graduate student in plant and soil science, whose journey at TAMUK exemplifies the impact of this caring culture. Zaragoza transferred to TAMUK as an undergraduate student, where she began pursuing a degree in animal science, after attending a community college for two years. A class on soils for her major first ignited her passion for plant and soil sciences, and she decided to pursue a master’s degree with the encouragement of her dean.
El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of interactive assemblies and performances spotlighting Latino history and culture in engaging, educational formats designed to resonate with students and families, culminating in a “Soy Asombroso (I Am Awesome)” showcase at El Monte High School on Oct. 10. The District partnered with School Yard Rap, an innovative group that blends hip-hop with history lessons, for a final showcase during Hispanic Heritage Month, which ran from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Additionally, students participated in festive assemblies celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month the week of Sept. 16.
Pioneer High School senior Jesus Barradas has a strong bond with his family, a loving connection that has enabled him to move forward confidently with his education and become a campus leader who personifies academic excellence, perseverance, and character. Barradas, who boasts a 4.25 GPA, has consistently challenged himself by taking a rigorous course load, including multiple Advanced Placement classes, dual enrollment courses at Río Hondo College, and three years in Pioneer High’s Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program, demonstrating a strong commitment to college readiness.
Following comprehensive environmental soil testing at the Lynwood High School Imperial Campus this fall, Lynwood Unified has received official clearance to proceed with the next phase of reconstruction, marking a significant milestone in the District's efforts to restore the campus and provide a safe and modern learning environment for all future Knights.
Río Hondo College (RHC) has taken a significant step in enhancing campus safety by appointing local leader and law enforcement veteran Todd Rogers as the first police chief of its newly established Campus Police and Safety Department, the newest police agency in Los Angeles County. The RHC Campus Police and Safety Department has operated under an interim police chief since its founding in July 2023. The Río Hondo Community College District (RHCCD) Board of Trustees formed the department as part of the college’s commitment to fostering a safe, secure and welcoming learning environment. Chief Rogers, whose hiring was approved at the board’s Aug. 14 meeting, will be officially sworn in at the board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
