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 Unified School District hosted its second annual Bonsall Forward Initiative awards at Bonsall Elementary School Wednesday, Oct. 25. The school's multipurpose room was transformed into a gala which awarded students from sixth to 12th grades with scholarships. The brainchild of BUSD's Superintendent Joseph Clevenger, the Bonsall Forward Initiative launched last year at the San Diego County Board of Education's "Supe-Tank." Currently in its third year, the "...
BONSALL – Bonsall Unified School District announced the scholarship winners from its second annual Bonsall Forward Initiative awards at Bonsall Elementary School Wednesday, Oct. 25. The scholarship winners included Aaron Arellano, Danika Scott, Leo Vargas, Gabriel Tamimi, Beau Gartner, Sophia Heczko, Griselda Zacarias, Krislynn Night, Ty Donovan, Katie Allen, Sawyer Phillips, Kano Moody, Diego Ochoa, Gabrielle Clift-Crudo, Emmette Srinalack and Kaylee Pepper. The school’s multipurpose room was transformed into an elegant ven...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Bonsall Unified School District renewed its music instruction services agreement with Kai Turley. A 5-0 BUSD board vote Wednesday, Oct. 18, approved a new independent contractor agreement with Turley for drumline learning enrichment courses as part of the school district’s Expanded Learning Opportunities program. The agreement covers the 2023-2024 school year from Aug. 16, to June 7, and Turley will be paid $14,400 for that period. “We’re thrilled that he’s back again, and we look forward...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 7, and Seamus, 5, over the years Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer (3-year-old Jameson talking with the Nanny) Jameson: “I love my mom cause she is nice. Let’s keep her.” ——— (Our dog, Ipo, has fur-color markings of white on his paws and the rest of his body is brown) Jameson: “Does Ipo wear the same white socks every day?” ——— Mom: “You sure have gone pee a lot today.” Jameson: “I’m a drinking machine. Drinking machines never eat. They just drink, drink, drink.” ——— Jameson: “I like Ipo. Le... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter A Santa Clara County company called Tend has an agricultural crop planning software program, and the Bonsall Unified School District will be utilizing that program for its on-site agricultural activities. The BUSD board voted 5-0 Wednesday, Oct. 18, to approve the purchase of the Tend program. The school district will pay $399 annually. “The purpose here is obviously educational,” BUSD superintendent Joseph Clevenger said. “It’s going to provide hands-on learning.” An on-campus facility...
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD) is thrilled to take part in Red Ribbon Week, a nationwide initiative designed to champion drug-free and health-conscious lifestyles among students and their families. From Oct. 23 to Oct. 31, the FUESD community will unite to promote awareness and make a pledge for making wholesome choices. FUESD schools are gearing up for an action-packed Red Ribbon Week, offering various activities throughout the week. T...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Vallecitos School District has added a new position for a substitute paraeducator/instructional aide. A 3-0 Vallecitos School District board vote Tuesday, Oct. 10, with Terese Kristensen absent and one vacant seat, approved the new position. The paraeducator and instructional aide will provide assistance to students in direct and/or indirect instruction under the general direction of a regular education teacher, special education teacher, or related service provider. “It was much n...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District Governing Board came together at its regular meeting Monday, Oct. 2, to pass Resolution No. 06-23/24, recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15, through Oct. 15. The resolution was passed unanimously, highlighting the district's commitment to celebrating the diverse and rich heritage of its Hispanic and Latino community. Fallbrook has a deep-rooted connection to Latin American history, dating back to 1769 w...
Pre-Kindergarten – First Grade First place: Fatima Nieto – "USA is Love" Second place: Ava Berkey – "Peace, Love, and Fireworks" Third place: Amaya Berkey – "Loving Heart Flag" Second – Fourth Grade First place: Axel Sergent – "Glittering, Glorious Freedom" Second place: Iris Pollard – "Firefighters" Third place: Jesse Pawlowski – "Military Pride" People's Choice: Joe Pawlowski – "Land of the Free" Fifth – Eighth Grade First place: Daniel Legge – "Backyard Barbeque" S...
FALLBROOK – A homeschool group in Fallbrook (Lighthouse Academy, formerly SITL Scholars Intended to Lead) has adopted “Grit” as their character trait this year, and they read the book “A Long Walk to Water” about the Lost boys of Sudan. For their Youth Conference, the group of families then walked along 76 to Oceanside Harbor beach, Aug. 18, to raise money for Salva Dut’s nonprofit Water for South Sudan. They had 100 people participate on the walk. Many carried water. Some used backpacks, some bound it to their torsos with...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD) has announced that it is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. FUESD schools have been abuzz with activities that honor and recognize the rich and diverse contributions of the Latino community to the district’s shared culture and history. Throughout this month-long celebration, FUESD students have been actively engaged in various educational and cultural activities that highlight Latino culture. From the enchanting Baile Fol...
LA MIRADA – Approximately 1,500 students were named to the Biola University dean’s list in spring 2022. Biola students are placed on the dean’s list to honor those with a GPA of 3.6 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more credits and whose cumulative GPA is at least 3.2. The following local residents were named to the dean’s list, including Noah Bedard of Fallbrook, majoring in political science and Annika Petersen of Bonsall, majoring in Bible, Theology and Ministry. “Inclusion in Biola University’s dean’s list is reserved f...
FALLBROOK – On Monday, Sept. 25, the Monserate chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution awarded winners of grades 4 through 8 at Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic School in Fallbrook for their Constitution Week poster contest. The students' posters demonstrated various aspects of the constitution. "The posters were all very well done. It is amazing what talent these young students displayed," said Suzanne Lemoine, the chapter's honorary regent. Submitted by the M...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 7, and Seamus, 5, over the years Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer Mom: "OK hun, before you eat dessert, I need you to eat some of your dinner." Jameson, age 4: "No thank you Mom, I want to respect my sweet tooth." ___________________ Mom: "Seamus, where does milk come from?" Seamus, age 3: "A cow." Mom: "What part of the cow?" Seamus: "The tail. When you pull on the tail, milk comes out." (Mom decided to stop there and not ask him where exactly the milk comes out). ___________________... Full story
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The Bonsall Unified School District renewed its contract with Natalie Nucci to provide choreography services for Sullivan Middle School productions. A 5-0 BUSD board vote Wednesday, Sept. 20, approved a new independent contractor agreement with Nucci which will cover the period from Sept. 20, to May 7, 2024. Nucci will provide choreography services for three show choir classes and for performance material for winter and spring show competitions. “We continue to expand our program, and we h...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Rotary Club proudly announces Jeremy Escobedo and Jizelly Ramirez as the Rotary Students of the Month for September 2023. These exceptional students from Fallbrook STEM Academy are recognized for their outstanding academic achievements and exemplary leadership. Each month, the Fallbrook Rotary Club selects two students from a Fallbrook school to celebrate their dedication to education and their positive impact within their school community. This m...
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO — California Connections Academy schools, a network of tuition-free online public schools serving students in grades TK-12, began its 2023-24 school year today, welcoming students as they log on for their first day of virtual learning. Since 2004, California Connections Academy has provided a high-quality online learning experience, serving more than 8,200 students from cities and towns across the state. California Connections Academy has a dedicated team of educators who understand the unique dynamics o...
City News Service SAN DIEGO - A federal judge sided today with two teachers at Escondido's Rincon Middle School who sued over school district policies governing what information can be shared with parents of transgender and gender-nonconforming students. U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez granted a preliminary injunction request prohibiting enforcement of policies that bar teachers from discussing students' gender identities with their parents. The lawsuit filed earlier this year on behalf of Elizabeth Mirabelli and Lori Ann...
Colleen Sharp Special to the Village News On Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 2:30-3:45 p.m., a new and exciting Good News Club will start at Fallbrook's Live Oak Elementary School in the multi-purpose room. Megan Dixon and her team will lead children ages 5-12 in a Bible lesson, missionary story, memory verse lesson, games and singing. Signed permission slips are required and they will be handed out a week in advance, or parents can sign up online. Registration will also be available...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 7, and Seamus, 5, over the years. Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer (At grandma and grandpa's home, kitchen drawers and cupboard doors are opening then slamming shut)...Boom! Slam! Boom! Tutu: "Jameson, may I help you find something?" Jameson, age 3: "Yes, I'm looking for Grampy." ___________ Jameson, age 3: "It's not time for me to get out of the bathtub. Look, my fingers don't look like pineapples yet." __________ Mom:"I heard you had a visit from a Pirate today. Did he leave his booty?"...
BONSALL – In two uplifting events commemorating the sacrifices on 9/11, Bonsall Unified School District recognized local heroes in its community. On Saturday, Sept. 9, the first annual Patriot’s Day Bicycle Parade took place at Bonsall Elementary School. First responders, members of the military, medical professionals, and educators were on hand to cheer the kids on as they peddled around the school’s track on red, white, and blue festooned bikes and trikes. Bonsall Elementary students Hunter Haunstein and Mia Wetts...
BONSALL – What does a reigning world champion in Martial Arts worry about? According to the four-event-winner of the National Martial Arts Alliance World Championship, it's "passing the eighth grade." Bonsall Unified School District student, Liberty Hale, 13, wasn't always crazy about the idea of doing martial arts. Even though her older sister, Maile Hale, a junior at Bonsall High School, mother Tara Hale and father Micah Hale, all compete in and hold a collection of mixed m...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook High School FFA students are hosting their famous Tri-Tip BBQ dinner before the football game this Friday, Sept. 15. Dinner will be served from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Agriculture department, which is located at the east end of the football field. Each meal includes tri-tip, beans, salad, dinner roll and a drink. The price for each dinner is $15. Call the Ag department at 760-723-6300 ext. 2508 for more information or just show up. This is a fundraiser for FFA leadership development activities t...
MANCHESTER, N.H. – Victoria Davis of Fallbrook has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's (SNHU) Summer 2023 President's List. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer. SNHU is a private, nonprofit institution with a 9...
