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L.A. Students Vocalize Disdain for Cellphone Ban
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) recently voted to ban cell phones during the school day, citing concerns about distractions and students’ mental health. However, high school students across the county are unhappy with the decision, according to Los Angeles Magazine. “Either a student is going to want to learn or they’re not, and...
Former LACC Professor Who Was Husband’s Main Caregiver Sues for Discrimination
A former faculty professor is suing the Los Angeles Community College District, alleging she was forced to resign earlier this year because her supervisors would not accommodate her with a schedule allowing her to care for her seriously ill husband at the family home in Ohio. Darlene Levy-Potter’s Los Angeles...
Sunday Buzz: Real Portrayal Of USC
It’s typical posting like this from Scott that has contributed to the demise of his third-rate blog. Here’s the pathetic part, the limp dics on this blog lack the dexterity to even play a video game. Just look at MG, the freak got knocked out by his heavy bag.Slo cal needs help changing his Depend. Don’t even get me started with PT, a total mess.
Glendale Unified School District Declares Impasse in Talks With Teachers
After months of back and forth and a dozen negotiation sessions, the Glendale Unified School District Board of Education voted unanimously to declare an impasse in negotiations with the Glendale Teachers Association on Tuesday, calling upon a state-appointed mediator to assist in reaching an agreement. Ahead of commencing negotiations, GTA...
UCLA receives $25M donation from Luskins
The UCLA College Division of Social Sciences has received a $25 million donation from Meyer Luskin and his wife Renee to support faculty, students and public-oriented programs in the department of history, it was announced Tuesday.
USC Morning Buzz: Naturally, Recruiting Remains On Center Stage
I never watched Midnight Special and only discovered it on YouTube a few months ago. Some GREAT performances on that show!. It used to be on Friday nights on Channel 7. They had the top groups show up and play. I remember seeing John fogerty. Like. Addison might want to...
St. Gregory Hovsepian School Students Enjoy a Splashing Good Time on Water Day!
Safe to say, Water Day was an absolute blast for these young campers at St. Gregory Hovsepian School! The kids had an amazing time splashing around, playing water games with their inflatable pools, pool floats & beach balls and enjoying the sunny weather. The event was filled with laughter, excitement, and memorable moments that made it a fantastic day for everyone involved.
Culver City High School Learns to Embrace World of Gaming
In a vast room with large pane windows, sunlight is not the brightest light to illuminate Culver City High School’s (CCHS) Alexander R. Hamilton Educational Technology Center. The clicking of power switches turned into the electric humming of machines as the room comes alive. Bright lights of various colors,...
Mayor Karen Bass' Office to Celebrate Childhood Education Program
City officials will celebrate an early childhood education program, launched in 2021 under former Mayor Eric Garcetti's administration, with a commencement ceremony Tuesday at Los Angeles Trade Technical-College.
Short on students, Reform Judaism’s seminary introduces remote ordination program
Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion, the flagship rabbinical school of Reform Judaism, will allow students to pursue ordination remotely, the school announced Tuesday, part of a program overhaul that aims to reverse plummeting enrollment. Beginning in 2025, HUC will offer two ordination tracks — one based at its New York and Los Angeles campuses,...
Guest Opinion | Jonathan Gardner: Pasadena Unified School District Students Deserve the Best Teachers
For decades, in Pasadena area politics, there has been an undercurrent of feelings about some of our students which needs to be called out and remedied. Following the decades of white flight after the Supreme Court busing decisions along with the rhetoric that has been invoked to block prior parcel tax efforts to invest in PUSD students, we need to turn a final page on that past and chart a new path forward.
PEN Survey Success and Prize Winners Announced!
Thanks to all of the Pasadena Education Network (PEN) members who completed its annual survey! Your input is invaluable and will help PEN plan for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring we continue to meet the needs of our community and improve our programs. We appreciate the time and effort you took to share your thoughts and feedback.
Join a K/1 Mandarin Immersion Pod for the 2024-2025 School Year!
Are you interested in an immersive, educational experience for your child? Spots are open for families to join a K/1 Mandarin immersion pod for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year!. Details:. Location: Arcadia/Pasadena area. Schedule: 2-3 days a week, 3-4 hours a day, mornings. Focus: Science and social studies, with additional...
UCLA promotes language learning engagement amid decreased national enrollment
Amid a downward trend in collegiate language course enrollments nationally, UCLA language programs and student organizations continue to push for active engagement in language learning. Language learning enrollment in higher education saw a significant drop in recent years, according to the latest Modern Language Association report released last November. On...
SMMUSD Announces Free and Reduced-Price Meals for 2024-25 School Year
Children Are Eligible for Free or Reduced-Price Meals if Their Household Income Is at or Below Federal Guidelines. The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) has announced its policy for providing nutritious meals to students every school day under the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and Afterschool Snack Program for the 2024-25 school year.
Support Needed for Marshall Fundamental School’s Annual Fund
Parents, Guardians and Friends… Marshall Fundamental School’s Annual Fund needs your support more than ever this year. The Annual Fund supports teacher training, funding for teacher supplies, student recognition, staff recognition, athletic tournament fees, athletic equipment, funding for upgrades to the arts program, and more! Please consider making a recurring donation of just $5.00 a month or a one-time donation of $50 for the 2024-2025 school year. Your donation directly benefits the students, staff, and school. Thank you in advance for your support! Donate here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=e10123&id=30.
Caltech to Host Summer Preview for Women and Non-Binary Students in STEM
Caltech announced it will hold its 2024 ‘Summer Preview: Women in STEM’ event from Aug. 8 to 9, with an optional athletic camp on Aug. 7. The free program targets rising high school juniors and seniors who identify as women or non-binary. The two-day event offers participants a...
Occidental faculty featured on NPR's Academic Minute
Eagle Rock -- Five Occidental College faculty members will be featured on NPR's The Academic Minute, according to a college announcement. The program that showcases academic research from around the world presents a different expert each day and will be broadcast on more than 70 NPR stations across the U.S. and Canada. They will also be shared on the Academic Minute, the NPR website, and Inside Higher Ed website.
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