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Fontana Unified School District

  • Fontana Unified Student Filmmaker Wins Top Award at San Bernardino Valley College Film Festival

    When Eduardo Lopez first picked up a film camera in his Jurupa Hills High School TV/Film Production class, he immediately knew he wanted to become a professional filmmaker. Lopez can be found filming with a camera nearly every day as he assists with all of Jurupa Hills High’s productions in the school’s TV/Film career technical education (CTE) pathway, including Spartan TV News – a weekly studio show produced by students – in any way he can. He gained technical and leadership skills that are greatly respected by his Spartan classmates, establishing himself as a solid crew member with a knack for finding the right angle and lighting for a shot.

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  • Fontana Unified to Showcase Student Projects, Innovation Through Future Shapers Academy

    Fontana Unified School District will display the creative and innovative projects developed by more than 30 students enrolled in the District’s Future Shapers Academy (FSA). The event will serve as a celebration of FSA, which is wrapping up its inaugural year, and provide employers with an opportunity to learn about these ideas firsthand and explore opportunities to collaborate for the benefit of Fontana’s entertainment and recreation industry. FSA students have been tasked with designing an entertainment center this school year, incorporating a series of smaller design challenges that contribute to the larger project. Local industry leaders, including the city of Fontana, have served as master class instructors in FSA, guiding and mentoring students through skill-attainment projects.

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  • Fontana Unified Showcases District Achievements, Student Talents During State of the District Event

    Fontana Unified School District celebrated its achievements in preparing students for success in life, all while showcasing the wide range of student talent during its first State of the District event in five years, held on April 24. Themed “Believing in Every Student: Fostering Future and Fueling Dreams,” the event highlighted FUSD’s work in four areas targeted for innovation and growth: academic excellence, safe and inclusive learning environments, community engagement, and financial stewardship. The presentation also provided a glimpse into the District’s promising future and unveiled a refreshed District logo.

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Fontana Unified Celebrates 230 AP Scholar Award 2017 Recipients

Follow-up Story: A total of 230 Fontana Unified School District students earned Advanced Placement Scholar awards, which recognize college-level achievement through AP courses and exams taken in 2016-17. Amandeep Heyer, Vanessa Escartin Uribe, Alejandra Ramirez and Adrian Reynoso received the National AP Scholar Award – the highest distinction offered by the College Board – by earning an average score of four or higher on a five-point scale on all AP exams taken, and scores of four or higher on eight or more of the exams.

Fontana Unified School District to Host Family Science Night

Fontana Unified will host a Family Science Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11 at Juniper Elementary School, at 7655 Juniper Ave., Fontana. The free event is open to all District families, but parents must accompany their children as they explore the fun side of science through experiments and engaging lessons. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Fontana Unified Students Display Steady Performance on State Tests

Fontana Unified students maintained steady performance on California English language arts (ELA) and math tests in 2017, matching or topping 2016 scores as the District implemented new core curriculum. English learners who have been reclassified as Fluent English Proficient (RFEP) also maintained their progress in 2017, and a higher percentage of RFEP students met or exceeded ELA standards than the percentage statewide.

Fontana Unified Middle Schools Explore STEM at Student Conference

Follow-up Story: Fontana Unified middle school students discovered the practical uses of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at the annual STEMapalooza student conference on Sept. 15 at the Way World Outreach in San Bernardino. Students explored interactive exhibits from Air Quality Management District, Auto Club Speedway, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in San Bernardino and RoboKong. Photos are available

Fontana Unified to Host Free Parent Engagement Workshop

Fontana Unified School District will hold the first in a series of free Parent University workshops from 9 to 11 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, highlighting ways parents can become involved in their child’s education. The 9 a.m. workshop will be at the John D. Piazza Educational Center, 9680 Citrus Ave., Fontana, and the 6 p.m. session will be at the Lewis Library and Technology Center, 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana. Childcare for children ages 3 to 11 will be available, as will translation services. Call 909-357-7600, ext. 29409 to register or learn more.

Dolores Huerta International Academy Celebrates Día de Los Muertos

Follow-up Story: Dolores Huerta International Academy second-grader Christian Velasco never met his great-uncle Frank “Paco” Avedaño, but said he feels like he knows him after learning about his life and constructing a Día de Los Muertos altar in his honor. Dolores Huerta International Academy on Nov. 9 showcased more than 400 student-made altars that featured photos, keepsakes and favorite foods of their family members.

Fontana Unified to Host 18th Annual Black College and University Fair

Fontana Unified is partnering with Rialto Unified School District to host its 18th annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Fair from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at A.B. Miller High School, 6821 Oleander Ave., Fontana. Seniors from both districts can speak to recruiters from at least 30 HBCUs, receive application fee waivers, and receive “on the spot” admissions and scholarships from selected colleges if qualified.

Fontana Unified School District to Host Annual College Fair

Fontana Unified School District will host its annual college fair from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11 at the Lewis Library and Technology Center. Students can learn about college and career options from more than 50 colleges, universities, trade schools and public safety agencies. The college fair is free and open to the public. The Lewis Library and Technology Center is at 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana.

Fontana Unified School District Recognized for Commitment to Clean Energy

Follow-up Story: Fontana Unified School District was recognized Sept. 11 by the Sierra Club and Assemblyman Freddie Rodriguez for a clean energy project that will convert each school’s parking lot or playground into an energy system with solar panels, which would generate more than 13.9 megawatts of renewable solar energy. The clean energy efforts could save the District nearly $68 million over 20 years. Photos are available

El Monte High School Breaks Ground on $6.6 Million Stadium Project

Follow-up Story: El Monte High School on Aug. 31 broke ground on $6.6 million in stadium upgrades, including a snack bar, restrooms and three sets of bleachers that will seat more than 2,000 spectators. The facility also will receive new fencing, landscaping, a gate entrance and ticket booth during the nine-month project. The project is funded by bond proceeds from the $148 million Measure D approved by voters in November 2008 to modernize District classrooms, upgrade buildings and enhance athletic facilities. Photos are available