Spotlight Schools Newsletter: April 2025
Schools Closing in O.C. // Anaheim Board Appoints New Trustee // 🎤 K-Pop Battle of the Bands
O.C. Districts Closing Schools
Faced with declining student enrollment and budget challenges, several school districts are studying consolidating campuses.
Students Shine in First-Ever K-Pop Battle of the Bands
Fullerton School District's inaugural competition celebrates Korean culture and performing arts
Anaheim School Board Ousts Trustee
The board voted 3-2 to declare a vacancy in Trustee Area 4 arguing its representative could no longer serve in the post after winning a seat on another local board.
✏️ Spotlight Schools Newsletter: March 2025
Board Member Ousted // ❓ about DEI // 🐐 Series on Schools with Farms // 🐝 O.C.'s Top Spellers
'Hidden Gem' in Huntington Beach
Award-Winning Golden View Elementary School uses its farm and garden to focus on Environmental Science.
O.C. Districts Supporting Fasting Students with Take-Home Meal Kits during Ramadan
"We are proud to ensure that students will continue to have access to free breakfast and lunch during Ramadan fasting."
Santa Ana USD to Drop Contested Ethnic Studies Courses to Settle Lawsuit
The district will invite public participation and adhere to controversial issues policy when redesigning new courses
✏️ Spotlight Schools Newsletter: Feb. 2025
O.C. Schools Respond to Immigration Crackdown Plans // 🧡 Support for L.A. Fire Victims // 💯 Celebrating the 100th Day of School
O.C. School Districts Respond to Changing Federal Immigration Rules
Shift allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to conduct arrests at schools prompts concerns from families, action by educators.
Funds Fuel Innovation in the Los Alamitos Unified School District
After shifting how it administers its Innovation Grants, the Los Alamitos Education Foundation invested more than $150,000 in dozens of creative new projects.
O.C. Students Step Up to Support L.A. Fire Victims
Orange County schools have become hubs for humanitarian aid for families impacted by the Eaton, Palisades, and other fires.
Students Impacted by L.A. County Fires Allowed to Attend Schools Outside of their Home Districts
With an Executive Order, Governor suspends residency requirements and other rules governing schools for the 2024-25 school year; Westminster School District offers to enroll displaced students.
How the Windstorm and Devastating L.A. Fires are Impacting Orange County Schools
Air quality concerns have led some schools in Orange County to limit students' outdoor activity.
Meeting Recap: Looming Layoffs, New Trustees Sworn In, and the Books Los Al USD Students are Reading
After winning their races in the November 5, 2024 election, newly elected board trustees were sworn into office. The board also selected a President and Vice President for 2025.
Opinion: Why every teen should volunteer
High school junior says volunteerism teaches students how to prepare for the future.
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The Issue with E-Bikes
E-bikes allow teens more independence, but they also raise safety concerns.