Banning High School incoming sophomore Trinity Scholer is one of 18 high school students honored in the Riverside County Office of Education’s Fine Arts Spectacular Showcase, where her original artwork is on display as part of a virtual exhibit that debuted in May. Scholer was honored with the Expressive Use of Color Award for her drawing, “Art of Her,” a piece inspired by Black History Month that features more than 72 vivid colors blended to emphasize the beauty of African-American women.
Hacienda La Puente Unified students learned the fundamentals of filmmaking in the Youth Cinema Project (YCP), a summer pilot program hosted at Lassalette School. The program, which concluded on June 30, taught young filmmakers graduate-level concepts under the guidance of industry professionals, with the goal of producing short student-created videos based on real-world social and community issues to be shared on YouTube. The District held a YCP summer video showcase on June 29 at Lassalette School to celebrate the success of the student films. The program, which runs through June 30, teaches young filmmakers graduate-level concepts under the guidance of industry professionals, with the goal of producing short student-created videos based on real-world social and community issues that will be shared on YouTube. Two YCP morning classes are offered at Lassalette, one for fifth-grade through sixth-grade students and one for seventh-grade through eighth-grade, where students are learning the basics of scriptwriting, cinematography, sound mixing and post-production editing.
A Taste of Río,” the signature event of the Río Hondo College Foundation, welcomed guests with an evening of fine foods and drinks on June 17, bringing in nearly $70,000 for student scholarships and other support services. Foundation officials hosted a crowd of approximately 400 guests at the outdoor event, where they enjoyed lively music and bright decorations while sampling a wide variety of tastings including Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards, Gondola Pizza, Mi Burrito Mexican Grill, Eastaza Coffee and Angry Horse Brewing.
Buena Park School District students displayed their public speaking skills by transforming their voices, reciting notable accomplishments of historical figures and expounding on the importance of space exploration during a showcase event that celebrated the end of a two-week summer speech camp. The summer program prepared 50 students – from grades four to eight – for success in the District’s speech and debate program, as well as tournaments, during the upcoming school year. Students presented their speeches to their family and friends during the event, held June 23 at Gordon H. Beatty Middle School.
Families looking to jumpstart their children’s education can enroll in Fontana Unified School District’s Early Learning program – which includes preschool, pre-kindergarten and transitional kindergarten classes – for the 2022-23 school year, which begins Wednesday, Aug. 3. The classes, designed for children ages three to five who are not currently enrolled in the District, introduce students to the concept of daily schooling and prepare them socially, emotionally and academically for kindergarten.
Baldwin Park Unified is saying goodbye to more than 40 employees this school year, including teachers, speech and language pathologists, library technicians, instructional aides, custodians and staff in transportation and nutrition services. Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Dr. Randy Gray is among those retiring, concluding a 34-year career in education with six of those years spent at BPUSD. In 2016, Gray served as Assistant Superintendent in Student Achievement before transitioning to his current position.
Hacienda La Puente Unified Tech Webinar Supports Equity in Classroom
Two Hacienda La Puente Unified teachers on special assignment (TOSA) have been providing educators throughout the District with tips and guidance on technology tools that can be used to engage students and support equity in the classroom through their lived-streamed professional development webinar, “TRansformational Tech.” Teresa Magpayo Castro and Ricardo Recinos co-host the webinar, which covers subject areas such as social-emotional learning, student engagement, design-based learning and virtual reality, while placing a strong emphasis on using tech to support underrepresented students, including English learners and students with exceptionalities. The tech TOSAs enthusiasm and rapport have garnered many admirers and expanded the program beyond HLPUSD to reach tech fans across the country and internationally.
Baldwin Park Unified, City to Host Fourth of July Fireworks Show
In partnership with the City of Baldwin Park, Baldwin Park Unified will host a Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular from 5 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2 at Sierra Vista High School, located at 3600 N. Frazier St. The event is returning after a two-year hiatus and will feature food, drinks, inflatable jumpers, carnival-style rides and live music from Wild Child. Gates open at 5 p.m., the musical performance will start at 6:45 p.m. and fireworks will begin at 9:05 p.m.
.B. Miller High School Class of 2022 graduate Kassandra Hernandez has been dancing for as long as she can remember. Growing up, Hernandez swayed to the rhythm of the cumbia and bachata music she heard at home. At A.B. Miller High, Hernandez’s talents were nurtured to their full potential, culminating in her being selected for the school’s exclusive Conservatory of Dance as a junior. Having mastered a number of dance styles – including jazz, hip-hop, modern and ballet – Hernandez’s long hours of practice were rewarded when she was selected as a National Honor Society for the Dance Arts (NHSDA) 2022 Dance Scholar, one of approximately 160 high school seniors from across the country honored by the NHSDA this year.
Banning Unified Offers Summer School, Camp and Meal Program
Banning Unified School District is offering a variety of programs and services to ensure children ages 18 and under are well-fed, highly engaged and continuing to learn throughout the summer. During June and July, Banning Unified students can supplement their education through the summer school program offered at Hemmerling Elementary School, Nicolet Middle School and Banning High School. Classes will be in session through July 8, and breakfast and lunch will be provided.
