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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SAN DIEGO – The Burn Institute of San Diego and Imperial counties cast a spotlight on Youth Firesetter Prevention during National Arson Awareness Week, May 3-9. This week is set aside each year to raise awareness about the seriousness of this crime and to help educate adults and children about the true cost of arson. Susan Day, executive director of The Burn Institute, stressed the importance of fire and burn prevention education in the community. “Early intervention is critical when a child is engaged in the dangerous beh... Full story
Christal Gaines-Emory Special to Village News I’d like to start off by saying that none of this situation is the Fallbrook High School administration’s fault. The circumstance is a raw deal for the 2019-2020 seniors, but also for the teachers and staff. It was not how any of us wanted this year to go, and I know how devastating and disappointing it is for us all. This is in no way the administration’s fault. On that note, I’d like to talk about our senior class. Seniors all across the nation are angry and disappo...
SALT LAKE CITY – The following Fallbrook residents have earned a degree from Western Governors University. Timothy Bryant has earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting, while Elena Malone has earned a Master of Business Administration. Since Jan. 2, 2020, Western Governors University has awarded 6,313 undergraduate and 4,975 graduate degrees. Graduates’ areas of study include business, K-12 education, information technology and health professions, including nursing. The online, nonprofit university has graduated over 178,0... Full story
SAN MARCOS – With social distancing measures still in place and all classes in remote format through at least the summer semester due to COVID-19, Palomar College graduates and their guests will be part of a unique celebration. For the first time in Palomar College's 74-year history, commencement will be presented online in a ceremony tentatively scheduled for mid-June and produced by the institution's award-winning Palomar College Television. "The students in Palomar's c...
FALLBROOK – National Charity League, San Luis Rey Chapter would like to honor and recognize the graduating class of 2020 Ticktockers for their dedication and service to the community in this first of three groups of the seniors' portraits. Anna Draves is the daughter of Richard and Kathleen Draves. She attended Fallbrook High School for four years, where she served as captain of both the water polo and swim teams. She has been in NCL for the past six years and says her f...
BOISE, Idaho – This spring at Boise State University, 2,785 students were eligible for 3,232 degrees and certificates, with 785 students eligible for honors; 389 cum laude, 311 magna cum laude and 85 summa cum laude. Watch the full commencement ceremony, along with shoutout videos from students and faculty, at http://boisestate.edu/commencement. The following students from Fallbrook earned degrees: Louis Cramer graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Suzanne Shelton graduated with a bachelor’s degree in respi...
FALLBROOK – The impact of COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of the Fallbrook High School District's monthly business community breakfasts for April and May, but honored Students of the Month have been announced for both months. Nominated throughout the school year by educators, the business community and charitable organizations, senior students are selected for this honor by criteria that include excellence in academics, school service and activities, community service, le...
Kate Calhoun Intern Fallbrook High School announced March 13 that students would not attend school as they traditionally did from that day forward due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Students were told they would not physically return to school until April 14, the date they were previously scheduled to return from spring break, and would participate in distance learning in the meantime. Most students were not surprised by the announcement and figured they would return to school...
FALLBROOK – High school graduation is a significant milestone in the lives of teenagers. The moment a teenager receives a high school diploma marks the culmination of years of hard work, and many parents and extended family members reward that hard work with gifts. The transition from high school student to college student or working professional is significant, and various items can help make that transition go as smoothly as possible. Travel gear Whether it's utilized d...
FALLBROOK – Wondering how they could help their community, Fallbrook/Bonsall/Rainbow Girl Scouts decided to reevaluate what they had on hand and see how they could "use resources wisely" and be "considerate and caring," which are excerpts from the Girl Scout Law, to give back to the Friendly Village and do their part in the community's time of crisis. Looking over inventory lists, one item immediately jumped out at them, boxes of adult sized disposable laboratory coats. W...
FALLBROOK – Members of the class of 2020 have many decisions to make in the coming months. Many high school students enroll in trade schools or colleges after graduation, while college graduates start their careers or begin their pursuit of advanced degrees when their undergrad days draw to a close. But more and more high school and college graduates are taking gap years. According to the American Gap Year Association, a gap year is defined as an experimental semester or f...
FALLBROOK – D'Vine Path, a dynamic and safe community that provides vocational and life skills to people with autism and other disabilities in agriculture, hospitality and the arts, has managed to find the silver lining in the midst of the stress of the coronavirus pandemic. "During these isolating times, keeping our students busy and connected has been our No. 1 priority. Our dedicated program facilitators are committed to delivering weekly projects to students' doorsteps t...
Family Features Special to Village News Because most colleges and universities require applicants to submit ACT or SAT results as part of admissions consideration, prepping for the test itself can be a critical component of that process. While it can oftentimes be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with a rigorous test meant to show mastery of certain subjects and concepts, such as reading and mathematics, consider these test prep tips to help boost scores while...
FALLBROOK – With in-person events and activities being canceled indefinitely and public places closed, everything has shifted to online – even libraries. And with National Library Week coming up April 19-25, residents can still enjoy all of the free benefits of a library from the comfort of home. So whether residents need a new novel to dive into or want to watch movies without paying a monthly subscription fee, here are five ways the library can save them money from Rebecca Gramuglia, consumer expert at htt... Full story
FALLBROOK – To support schools with the shift to distance learning and parents faced with the challenge of teaching at-home, San Diego-based Writing by Design is donating free access to their virtual learning programs. The programs range from interactive middle school video lessons, online K– eighth grade teaching manuals, online assessments, demonstration lessons and remote professional development. Developed by a California Department of Education-approved company, Wri...
SAN MARCOS – Palomar College officials has announced that it will extend the current delivery of courses remotely for the summer semester that begins May 26. The decision was made as part of the ongoing effort to protect students, faculty and staff and comply with California's social distancing measures during the nationwide COVID-19 crisis. "This summer, Palomar College will continue to offer the instruction our students need to pursue their goals. We have no choice but to s...
The National Geographic Society is offering free, easy to use resources for parents looking for ways to further their children's education throughout the life of the COVID-19 pandemic, the society announced recently. From the Explorer Classroom featuring live broadcasts connecting young people virtually to National Geographic Explorers to Curated Collections and even a resource library, NatGeo hopes to further education in students from around the world, Vicki Phillips, chief... Full story
Kate Calhoun Intern Fallbrook High School Students began official distance learning April 14; however, they were given "optional" work to complete during the month break they were given to allow for continuous review of subject matter. Throughout this period, many students have experienced mixed feelings regarding the new distance learning and are finding ways to adjust to the transition. "The worst part of staying home is just the fact that it gets boring super quickly," juni...
FALLBROOK – In accordance with recommendations from county and state health officials to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the doors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County have been closed to the public since March 16. Yet even without children filling their halls, the club staff have been hard at work serving the community. Through the use of their Facebook and Instagram accounts, the staff have created a new, fun and engaging online curriculum that includes science, art,...
Although most Fallbrook High School students are taking care of their classwork at home rather than at the school, Future Farmers of America members who were undertaking beef and swine projects are still making trips to the school to care for their animals while FFA advisor Doug Sehnert is taking care of other animals in the FFA barn. The students' trips to the FFA barn are not associated with the academic portion of their project. "They're keeping the animals alive," said...
Along with other schools throughout California, Bonsall High School has been shut down since March 16 in accordance with Gov. Gavin Newsom's statewide stay-at-home order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. What was initially going to be a three-week hiatus with a return date of April 6 has turned into an indefinite break from on-campus schooling. Though the Bonsall High campus has closed for the time being, and possibly the entire school year, plans for learning have not cea...
California public schools are to remain closed through the end of the school year, state officials announced April 1. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Tony Thurmond, state superintendent of public instruction, had repeatedly suggested that schools may need to be shut down at least until the fall, before the governor made the announcement. Newsom said Monday, April 6, that it’s too early to tell if school closures may extend into the fall if the coronavirus turns out to be seasonal, and there is a resurgence in cases later this year. T... Full story
FALLBROOK – Cheyenne McCarthy was recently "pinned" to celebrate completing the rigorous academic portion of her doctor of chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic West. This ceremony signifies her transition to treat outpatients as a chiropractic student intern. She and her colleagues each received gold Palmer West lapel pins for their white clinic jackets. The doctor of chiropractic is a year-round, intensive program with curriculum in diagnostic imaging, d... Full story
SAN DIEGO – California Gov. Gavin Newsom recommended all Californians age 65 and up to self-isolate in their own homes to help “flatten the curve” of COVID-19 community spread. Likewise, San Diego County made similar recommendations. “Social distancing” is the term being used, and it goes against what experts have suggested for seniors for decades. According to the AARP, more than 8 million adults are affected by isolation, and the physical health risks are detrimental. With COVID-19, residents can only expect isolation... Full story
