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$300,000 in Scholarships Empower Los Angeles Students from Low-Income Public Housing to Reach for the Stars
High school seniors from low-income public housing in Los Angeles received over $300,000 in scholarships from Build Hope Incorporated and HACLA to support their post-high school education goals, highlighting efforts to empower students facing financial challenges. High School Seniors in LA Receive $300K in Scholarships to Pursue Higher Education According to ABC 7, high school […]
L.A. is getting older as school enrollment takes ‘tremendous’ hit
Where are the young people in Los Angeles? L.A. County is aging like never before, and it’s becoming increasingly noticeable in schools. The average age of people living in L.A. County grew to 38 between 2012-2022.
Hart school district looking at expanding cell phone ban to high schools
After implementing a cell phone policy this year limiting the usage of personal devices during school hours at the junior high level, the William S. Hart Union High School District could be looking to expand that to include high schools. Prior to leaving the district, Superintendent Mike Kuhlman said the...
MUSD students receive free backpacks
More than 130 students at Cesar Chavez Elementary receive free backpacks and school supplies during a giveaway Tuesday morning. Madera Unified School District (MUSD) students at Cesar Chavez Elementary School were in for a treat last week. A local Madera company, Menasha Packaging, generously donated $5,400 to purchase more than 500 backpacks filled with essential school supplies for students across the district.
LAUSD opposes oil drilling near schools
On June 25, the Los Angeles Unified School Board unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Board President Jackie Goldberg and co-sponsored by Board Members George J. McKenna III, Scott M. Schmerelson and Kelly Gonez, to stand in strong support of preserving historic law SB 1137 to prevent toxic oil drilling near schools, playgrounds and neighborhoods.
Dr. Tim Cottrell Appointed as New Head of Brentwood School
Brentwood School’s Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Tim Cottrell as the next Head of School, beginning in July 2025. Dr. Cottrell is currently entering his 13th year as Head of School at Iolani School, which serves 2,200 K-12 students in Honolulu. The search began in January after the...
Salesian beats Mater Dei to complete Northern California sweep in top two divisions of Cali Live 2024 (video)
Salesian boys basketball team defeated Mater Dei and California's winningest coach Gary McKnight 73-64 in the Cali Live 24 event in front of throngs of college coaches and fans.
Blair High School Senior Receives Full-Tuition Posse Scholarship to Pepperdine University
Vincent Velazco, a senior at Blair High School in Pasadena and member of the Class of 2024, has been awarded a four-year, full-tuition Posse Scholarship to attend Pepperdine University, according to the Pasadena Unified School District. Velazco, who will major in sports medicine, expressed gratitude for the support he received...
Hello Auto Group Launches Annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive
The Hello Auto Group has announced its third annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive. This year, the Hello Auto Group will partner with three Santa Clarita Valley school districts, Sulphur Springs Union School District, Newhall School District and Castaic Union School District, to support students preparing for the upcoming school year. Hello...
Neighborhood Academic Initiative falls short in addressing systemic issues
(Vivienne Tran / Daily Trojan) “I’ve always wanted to go to USC since I was young,” said Destiny Echeverria, a junior majoring in business administration who graduated from USC’s McMorrow Neighborhood Academic Initiative in 2021. “Thanks to [the Neighborhood Academic Initiative], I got into USC, and now I’m at USC.”
Golden Valley baseball hires new head coach
Golden Valley High School announced Marc Kennedy as its new baseball coach on Monday. Kennedy gets the bump up to head coach for the 2025 season after three seasons as an assistant, according to a news release from the school. The coach succeeds Adrian Rios, who helped stabilize the program...
‘Restorative’ alcohol, drug use policy broached by school board
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s commitment to restorative justice practices has sparked discussions regarding student alcohol and drug use on campuses. During the June 25 meeting of the district’s Board of Education, the board looked to update Board Policy (BP) and Administrative Regulation (AR), initially broached to properly name and number the BP and AR to align with the California School Boards Association. The current BP and AR were titled “Controlled Substances,” with the materials proposed to be moved into existing BP and AR titled “Alcohol and Other Drugs.”
Venice JCC Presents 2024 Scholarships
The Venice Japanese Community Center presented its 2024 scholarship awards at its annual Summer Festival on June 22. These remarkable students were being honored for achieving stellar academic records, participating in extracurricular activities, and involving themselves in community service both at VJCC and the extended community. The awards were presented...
BHHS wins silver in national SkillsUSA competition
Four Beverly Hills High School students won second place at the national SkillsUSA Competition in June. The SkillsUSA Championship Competition showcases the best Career and Technical Education students in the nation. Over the last decade, BHHS culinary, business and media students have competed on local, state and national levels. This year KBEV, the Beverly Hills High School student television station shown on Spectrum Channel 6 to 100,000 homes in and around Beverly Hills, made it to nationals in Atlanta.
Maranatha Students Find Joy in Serving Others in Hollywood
Last week, Maranatha High School’s Hollywood service team engaged in a heartwarming and impactful outreach at the Hope Center in Hollywood. They provided essential services including clothes, haircuts, and hot showers, along with preparing and serving meals for hundreds of guests. The team extended a warm welcome to individuals...
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