Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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BONSALL – Bonsall High School's Speech and Debate team is making waves this school year, earning recognition as they venture into new competition categories. At a recent tournament hosted by Helix Charter High School, two standout competitors achieved remarkable success: Kali Morris advanced to the finals in Varsity Informative Speaking, and Jolie Kennedy earned a spot in the finals for Dramatic Interpretation. "Incorporating Informative Speaking has been a new focus for us t...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook STEM Academy recently hosted a vibrant Leadership Rally, uniting students, staff, and families to celebrate the school's academic achievements. The highlight of the event was the presentation of the Leadership Awards for November, recognizing students who demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and leadership in their academic pursuits. Principal Ana Arias opened the rally with an inspiring message, emphasizing the importance of perseverance a...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Belmont University recently released the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester. Approximately 53% of the university's 7,175 undergraduate students qualified for the fall 2024 Dean's List, including two from Fallbrook, Marisa Monasterio and Anay Garcia. "Earning a place on the Dean's List is an accomplishment that reflects the dedication, talent and resilience of our students who maintain competitive GPAs while concurrently making lasting contributions at Belmont and beyond," said Belmont University P...
FALLBROOK – On Dec. 6, La Paloma Elementary honored the exceptional efforts of its fifth and sixth-grade students during the Trimester 1 Awards Ceremony. The event celebrated academic excellence, positive contributions, and outstanding attendance, highlighting the dedication of students and the supportive school community. Award highlights Perfect Attendance: 116 students overall, with 48 recognized individually. Citizenship: 42 students honored for kindness and r...
FALLBROOK – As we reflect on the past year, Fallbrook Union Elementary School District has much to celebrate. Guided by our theme of "Growing Greatness and Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders," we have achieved significant milestones. From academic achievements to organizational acknowledgments, our district's unwavering focus on prioritizing student success and well-being has resulted in a year filled with accomplishments that showcase the dedication and collaboration of our s...
Melissa Ledri teaches art at Sullivan Middle School, which shares a campus with Bonsall High School, but the high school itself has no art teacher. The Bonsall Unified School District will utilize Eric Tippeconnic as an artistic advisor for Bonsall High School for the 2024-25 school year. The contract with Tippeconnic was approved by a 5-0 vote during the Nov. 20 BUSD board meeting. He will be paid $8,000 for his services for the current school year. “The district is so very excited and honored about the upcoming mural p...
BONSALL – On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Bonsall Elementary School PTA recently brought holiday cheer to families in need with its inaugural "Gently Used Toy Drive," an initiative aimed at spreading joy throughout the community this holiday season. The idea was spearheaded by local parent and PTA member Juliana Hesselgesser, who was inspired while decluttering her children's toys in preparation for the holidays. "I realized we had so many items that were hardly used but no longer p...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Leadership Team participates in a monthly initiative known as Learning Walks, where district leaders visit schools across the district to observe classroom environments, engage with staff, and collaborate on both successes and areas for improvement. This initiative is designed to foster open dialogue between district leaders and school staff, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and shared best practices. E...
SAN MARCOS – For outstanding service, leadership, and commitment to the citizens of San Diego County, County Supervisor Jim Desmond issued a proclamation on behalf of the County Board of Supervisors designating Dec. 10 as Palomar College Rising Scholars Day. The Rising Scholars program helps previously incarcerated and system-impacted individuals adjust to a college campus and successfully begin or resume their higher education. It also serves currently incarcerated veterans in the Vista Detention Facility. Since 2018, the P...
FALLBROOK – Excitement filled the air on Nov. 22 as Potter Junior High welcomed students from Mary Fay Pendleton and San Onofre School for the Third Annual FUESD Robotics Competition. This highly anticipated event brought together young innovators for a thrilling day of challenges, creativity, and teamwork. The competition featured teams from the three FUESD schools, fostering both collaboration and friendly rivalry. Each team worked tirelessly to design and program their r...
FALLBROOK – Potter Junior High School recently hosted a lively and exciting Academic Festival to celebrate the hard work and academic growth of its students. Over 560 students – 270 seventh graders and 290 eighth graders – earned an invitation to the event by showing impressive growth on the STAR test. The STAR test is administered once each trimester to measure students' academic progress. This year, the school saw a remarkable level of achievement, with a significant number...
FALLBROOK – Monserate Christian Academy, an Acton affiliate, renowned for its learner-driven model, is taking a bold approach to civic education and leadership training by fostering real-world skills and experiences that prepare learners to thrive as active, engaged citizens. Through a unique combination of Town Meetings, studio-based elections, and public exhibitions, Acton Academies provide learners with essential tools to navigate, participate in, and contribute to their c...
SAN MARCOS – Bravura, Palomar College's literary magazine, was recognized as the best community college literary magazine in the western region – and the third best in the nation – at a national conference of community college educators. Four student writers for Bravura also received recognition for their contributions to the magazine. "We are so proud of our students and what they are able to do," said Palomar College Associate Professor Stacey Trujillo, who along with Assoc...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Union Elementary School District schools celebrated Unity Day on Oct. 16 with a variety of inspiring activities, reinforcing themes of kindness, acceptance, and unity. Unity Day is an important day in the district's calendar, encouraging students to foster a positive, inclusive community through small acts of kindness and thoughtful gestures. Students and staff participated in activities that encouraged creativity, collaboration, and compassion. T...
FALLBROOK – The Good News Club is starting another year with an energy-filled program and children that are returning from last year. Leader Colleen Sharp asked "How could life be more of a surprise each week than to be with children? We have been up and running for a month now, and the kids are really great." According to Sharp, they were able to purchase Children's Bibles because of generous donors and, with direction, children find out what God says about His son, Jesus. Th...
The county’s Health and Human Services Agency received a California Office of Traffic Safety grant to support its efforts to educate parents and caregivers about the importance of child safety seats. The grant program runs through September 2025. “We are thrilled to receive this funding to support our child safety seat education program,” said County Health and Human Services Agency Community Operations Officer Barbara Jiménez. “Proper use of child car seats can dramatically reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash. W...
The Bonsall Unified School District has renewed its music instruction services agreement with Kai Turley. A 5-0 BUSD board vote Oct. 16 approved a new independent contractor agreement with Turley for drumline learning enrichment courses. The agreement covers the 2024-25 school year from Aug. 14 to June 8, and Turley will be paid $14,400 for that period. “Extracurricular learning, such as our drumline classes, expose students to a variety of arts and activities to enhance the traditional core academics offered during the s...
FALLBROOK – San Onofre School and Mary Fay Pendleton, two schools aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton exclusively serving students from active military families, have experienced unprecedented growth in academic achievement. Recent performance results in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics underscore a commitment to high-quality, targeted education tailored to the needs of military-connected students. Both schools have been awarded the prestigious Purple Star...
ADELPHI, Maryland – University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) graduated more than 3,200 students worldwide in the summer 2024 term. Fallbrook graduates included: Gabriel Reyes, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Lia Williams, Master of Science in Cybersecurity Management and Policy Marcelina Swan, Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology and president's list designation. To qualify for the prestigious list at UMGC, a student must have graduated with a bachelor's or master's degree and a cumulative grade p...
FALLBROOK – Carrying on a tradition that was launched in 2005, CalRTA Division 81 awarded close to $3,500 in teacher support grants to 18 recipients this year. Since the program's inception, over $30,000 have been awarded to date. Durable teaching materials such as headphones, books, and science equipment were among the items funded. Teachers from all four local school districts were represented. Despite the fact that CalRTA Division 81 is merging with Division 45 and will n...
San Onofre School and Mary Fay Pendleton, two schools aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton exclusively serving students from active military families, have experienced unprecedented growth in academic achievement. Recent performance results in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics underscore a commitment to high-quality, targeted education tailored to the needs of military-connected students. Both schools have been awarded the prestigious Purple Star designation by the State of California, recognizing their exce...
Some students starting college already have a wealth of experience, whether it’s from serving in the military or law enforcement, getting on-the-job training or apprenticeships, or learning from volunteer activities. Palomar College’s Credit for Prior Learning program recognizes the knowledge those students have gained and enables them to receive college credit for validated college-level skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom. “Many students bring a great deal of experience with them as they re-enter colle...
The Stormy McInerny Memorial Scholarship, founded to honor a man deeply respected for his service, resilience, and genuine care for his community, is now a cornerstone for local students aspiring to become first responders. Stormy McInerny's life was marked by a dedication to hard work, and he was known for his boundless drive, compassion, and humble approach to every challenge he faced. This scholarship not only honors his legacy but seeks to embody his values by supporting...
Each month, Fallbrook comes together to celebrate its students' hard work, dedication, and character through the Student of the Month awards, recognizing those who shine not only in academics but also in their commitment to community and personal growth. With November's focus on gratitude, Superintendent Ilsa Garza-Gonzalez reminded attendees that appreciation should be a daily habit. "I believe we should be grateful every day," she said, encouraging the students to carry...
The Bonsall Unified School District board approved an agreement for training of the school district’s kitchen and child nutrition services staff. The 5-0 vote October 16 approved an agreement with Cheffy K & CA, LLC, for the training. The partners in Cheffy K & CA, LLC are Chef Kent Getzin and Chef Laura Bullene Jacobo. “BUSD is committed to supporting our staff by providing ongoing training opportunities to keep our services running as smoothly as possible,” said BUSD superintendent Heather Golly. Chef Laura is from Visal...
