Local Achievements Spotlight: Fullerton Students Build Tiny Home for Unhoused Peers, Westminster Student Advances to National Spelling Bee

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Nicolas Junior High School in the Fullerton School District has built a 192-square-foot tiny house to help a local student and their family who are experiencing homelessness. The house, which includes a kitchen, bedroom, and living area, was revealed on May 21. This project is part of the district's efforts under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act to provide temporary housing for over 190 families. Assistant Superintendent Jeremy Davis stated that the plan is to rotate families every six months to assist them in saving for permanent housing.

The tiny house was built by 22 eighth-grade students from Nicolas Junior High, with support from the student body chapter. These students are recording the construction process through videos and interviews. Additionally, students from Parks Junior High School presented the project to the City Council, demonstrating community and student involvement.

In other news from Orange County, the Board of Education is selecting a new county superintendent, with an announcement due on June 18. During Classified School Employee Week, the Orange County Department of Education recognized nine staff members for their contributions to education.

The county also acknowledged the work of school-based Peer Assistance Leadership programs and advisors who support caring school environments. The Orange County Friday Night Live Partnership held an annual ceremony to honor schools and advisors for their efforts in youth development and substance abuse prevention.