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High school seniors from low-income public housing awarded $300K in scholarships
Local high school seniors living in Section 8 and public housing were awarded with over $300,000 in scholarships on Thursday.The charity Build Hope Incorporated partnered with the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles to award the scholarships.Students and family members gathered at the California Science Center for the 12th annual celebration.Students continuing their post-high school education were awarded the money to support their academic journeys."Very happy they're supportive, and they really believe in my choices that I want for my future, such as working for an aerospace company, so this scholarship shows that they really do believe in me," said Eva Mendoza, one of the student recipients.All students who received scholarships come from one of HACLA's public housing communities or are supported by HACLA's Section 8 Program.MORE: Hope Housing for Students helping CA community college students growHaving launched in August 2020, the program has expanded and is available to all nine LACCD campuses.
Ramona Convent Commencement Honoring the Class of 2024
Ramona Convent Seniors were celebrated with a beautiful traditional ceremony. The sun shone brightly as did the spirit of our graduates, families, and friends. Ramona was honored to welcome back Danielle Cendejas ’00 as Commencement speaker. After graduating from Ramona Convent, she attended Gonzaga University where she studied Political Science and Applied Communications. She is currently a political strategist with more than 15 years of experience working with candidate and advocacy campaigns and was recently appointed to Gonzaga University’s Board of Regents.
SPHS Alumni Association Honors Retiring Music Director
The South Pasadena High School Alumni Association awarded its highest honor for a faculty or staff member to retiring music director Howard Crawford at the final assembly of the year. Crawford, who led the school’s music department for 34 years, received the Janet Anderson “Tiger Spirit” award. He oversaw the...
School Board Tables Approval of Site Plans, Citing Need for More Review Time
The Pasadena Unified School Board voted Thursday to postpone approval of school site plans until August, with some Members saying they did not have enough time to review the documents. Board President Kim Kenne raised concerns that several school plans were not available on the website linked to the Board...
Jessica McCoy is the new Principal of Dr. Kirk Lewis Career & Technical High School. Congratulations!
Warmest congratulations to Jessica McCoy on being appointed the new Principal of Dr. Kirk Lewis Career & Technical High School! Wishing you the best in this new journey—your success is certain to be remarkable.✨
Caltech Professor Named Among Carnegie’s Great Immigrants for 2024
Viviana Gradinaru, the Lois and Victor Troendle Professor of Neuroscience and Biological Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), has been honored as one of the Carnegie Corporation of New York’s Great Immigrants for 2024. The prestigious recognition, part of an initiative established in 2006, celebrates naturalized U.S....
SFHS Cross Country Kicks Off Season with Alumni Mentorship and Team Spirit
Summer is underway, and St. Francis High School (SFHS) fall sports are already preparing for the upcoming competition season. The cross country team, in particular, has hit the ground running with enthusiasm and dedication. Shown above is a picture of some of the cross country runners on their first day of practice. It was heartwarming to see many SFHS alumni return to mentor and encourage this year’s runners. Their presence not only provided valuable guidance but also inspired the current team members to strive for excellence. The blend of experience and youthful energy bodes well for a promising season ahead.
The PISD Nutrition Services department continues their dedication to improving school meals and promoting health.
Today, we highlight the Nutrition Services department!! Through the 2023-2024 school year, they have implemented various actions and initiatives for different schools to see a change in school diet, cost-effective regulations, and more programs for younger students interested in culinary. 😊. Child Nutrition Director Mary Harryman and her staff were...
LCE Third Graders Weave a Glorious Web
The third graders in Laurie Hopkins’ class at La Cañada Elementary celebrated the end of the school year by hosting their own country fair, similar to the one they read about in Charlotte’s Web. For the occasion, students used their skills to make their own games, naming...
Pasadena School Board Approves Budget Amid Financial Concerns
On Thursday, the Pasadena Unified School Board approved a $335.1 million budget for the 2024-25 school year and adopted a fiscal stabilization plan to address projected deficits. The Board passed the budget, which projects $284 million in revenues against $335 million in expenditures. This represents a significant decrease in revenues,...
The Armenian Academy: Free Tuition, Top Programs, Thriving Community!
“Come dance with us! Come learn with us!” The Armenian Academy at Blair High School warmly welcomes students from any city to join this vibrant community. They offer free tuition for students in grades 6 through 12. The academy proudly features the prestigious International Baccalaureate Program, providing a world-class education that prepares students for success.
Paola Gonzalez conquered the Leadership TASB Class of 2024 and leveled up to become Master Trustees.
After a year of hard work and deep dives into education advocacy and board governance, the 33 members of the Leadership TASB Class of 2024 celebrated at a special graduation ceremony held June 21 during Summer Leadership Institute in Fort Worth, including Pasadena ISD Board assistant secretary, Paola Gonzalez. The...
UC Regents Seek 3rd Trial of Former UCLA Doctor’s Discrimination Suit
A jury verdict that awarded $14 million to a former UCLA hematologist who said she was forced out of her job as director of the medical school’s lymphoma program because a male-dominated administration ignored her complaints of gender discrimination should be overturned and a third trial granted, UC Regents argue in new court papers.
Pacific Oaks College Launches Online Master of Social Work Program
Pacific Oaks College has introduced a new Online Master of Social Work (MSW) program designed to prepare graduates for clinical social work licensure in the state of California. The 60-credit program offers both full-time and part-time options, allowing students to complete their degree in two years (six semesters) or three years (nine semesters) respectively.
USC Saturday Buzz: Recruiting Fortunes Could Reverse
If the guy has Oregon and Texas in his final three, he is looking to be paid. You don’t go to Eugene, OR or College Station, TX for academics or lifestyle. Saw this guy on film and was not impressed. He kept taking poor angles and did not look particularly fast.
Keeping kids connected
Federal funding that connected more than 60,000 Los Angeles students to the internet is ending, but Los Angeles Unified is pitching in $10 million to keep families online next school year. Why it matters: In the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, researchers estimated that about one-in-three LAUSD households lacked...
Empowering Young Minds: Education Outreach Day at Regeneron ISEF Inspires L.A. Students in Scientific Inquiry
During Education Outreach Day at Regeneron ISEF 2024, approximately 3,271 students from 56 schools throughout the Los Angeles region visited the Los Angeles Convention Center to get up close and personal with the exciting STEM research conducted by students all over the world. Education Outreach Day was a unique opportunity for these students to not only learn about the vast opportunities for STEM regionally, but also to learn how they could participate in science fairs in the future.
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