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Safety Protocol Update with Fullerton Police Department
Interim Superintendent Dr. Chad Hammit and Fullerton Police Chief John Radus reviewed Fullerton School District’s (FSD) partnership with the Fullerton Police Department and the policy protocols that prioritize student and staff safety. […]
Fullerton School District Art Awards and Celebrations
The Fullerton School District’s April 14 board meeting celebrated student projects and art accomplishments. The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Board presented their community service projects, ranging from making gifts and visiting with residents […]
Welcome Dr. Gretchen Janson the New FSD Superintendent
The board unanimously approved the $299,770 annual, 3-year contract hiring Dr. Gretchen Janson as the new FSD Superintendent. Dr. Janson comes from the Lynwood Unified School District (LUSD), where she served as […]
Teen Raised Over $2,200 for Challenger Little League Program
Henri Vasquez, age 14, of Parks Jr. High, raised over $2,200 in donations for the District 56 Challenger Little League Program. Challenger Little League is a program that provides Special Needs kids […]
Central Library will present the third annual AAPI Joy festival on May 16 in Downtown Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) is gearing up for the third annual AAPI Joy festival, a vibrant celebration in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. The event will […]
Orangethorpe Elementary Celebrates Earth Day with Student-Led “Orcafest”
Orangethorpe Elementary School celebrated Earth Day with its annual “Orcafest,” a dynamic, student-led event focused on conservation and environmental stewardship. Held on April 22 in the school’s outdoor “Sherwood Forest” learning space, […]
El Centro para Vecindarios Saludables organiza una reunión comunitaria con funcionarios policiales
El Centro para Vecindarios Saludables (Center for Healthy Neighborhoods) celebrará una reunión comunitaria el lunes 4 de mayo de 2026, con el objetivo de fomentar el diálogo entre los residentes locales y […]
Center for Healthy Neighborhoods Hosts Community Meeting with Police Officials
The Center for Healthy Neighborhoods is set to hold an in-person community meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, to foster dialogue between local residents and law enforcement officials. The event will take […]
Senior Assisteens Celebrated the Commencement of their Years of Service at a Formal Event
At a formal event on April 10, Fullerton Assisteens honored eighteen of their senior high school members who will soon be headed to college. Assisteens, an auxiliary volunteer group of the Assistance […]
No Time to Volunteer? You Can Still Help the Fullerton Observer
For 48 years, the Fullerton Observer has stood as a pillar of local journalism, offering a platform for community voices and storytelling that reflects the heart of Fullerton. This all-volunteer newspaper thrives […]
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Meet the Candidates for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
The State of California spends more than a third of its estimated $248.3 billion General Fund Budget on K-12 education. The state Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI) is an important, high-profile elected […]
Fullerton School District to Host Award-Winning FSD Fest Showcasing Student Innovation and Creativity
More than 600 Fullerton School District students will come together for FSD Fest, a dynamic, student-driven showcase of innovation, creativity and choice in action. From esports showdowns and student-produced films to live […]
The Dangers of Distracted Driving: NHTSA Urges Nationwide Awareness
As road safety remains a pressing concern in the United States, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is calling on drivers to take a proactive stance against […]
Video Observer: Orange County’s Past at Stanley Ranch Museum & Historical Village
About a half-hour drive away from Fullerton, straight down Euclid, sits the Ware-Stanley House, a historic home from the late 1800s that has now been converted into a museum. Run by volunteers […]
The Heart of a Community: The Fullerton Observer
Dear Fullertonians, In a world where news is often distant, filtered, and driven by profit, the Fullerton Observer stands as something rare—something honest. For 48 years, it has been built not by […]
Senator Umberg Secures State Audit of Orange County Board of Education
Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana) announced that the Joint Legislative Audit Committee has approved his request for a state audit of the Orange County Board of Education (OCBE). The audit […]
Orange County Board of Education to Face Scrutiny
State officials approve audit of OCBE’s spending on litigation instead of education. Allegations that the Orange County Board of Education (OCBE) is misspending education dollars and neglecting its charter school oversight duties […]
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Wed April 8 @ 2pm: Fair Housing Foundation Workshop
A workshop for Tenants, Landlords, Managers, Property Owners, Attorneys, Realtors, and Management Companies at the Fullerton Public Library, 353 W. Commonwealth Ave. The free workshop covers: * Federal and State Fair Housing […]
Tues, April 7: Free OLLI Eclectics Class Music
OLLI at CSUF offers a free Eclectics class: “Providing Medical Care in Zones of Conflict, Epidemics, Disasters and Medical Deserts” Come hear Dr. Freeman’s fascinating story about serving 12 tours with MSF […]
OC Waste & Recycling Extends Application Deadline for $6 Million Grant Program
Orange County Waste & Recycling (OCWR) has announced the extension of the application deadline for its Regional Recycling and Edible Food Recovery Grant Program to May 15, 2026, at 4:59 pm. The […]
City of Fullerton Welcomes New Library Director Anita O’Keefe Torres
The City of Fullerton is pleased to announce the appointment of Anita O’Keefe Torres as the new Library Director, effective March 23, 2026. With nearly 25 years of experience in public libraries […]
Young Americans Launch “Letters to America” Initiative Ahead of 250th Anniversary
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a new nationwide initiative is inviting young people to do something rarely asked of them at this scale: define what America should become. Submissions […]
Orange County Commission Unveils Inaugural Report on Women and Girls 2026
During a public address at the Fullerton City Council meeting on March 17, Brea Councilmember Christine Marick discussed a new report released by the Orange County Commission, where she serves as a […]
Woman’s Club of Fullerton Supports New Higher Ground Youth Center
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) recently donated $1,500 to the new Fullerton campus of Higher Ground Youth & Family Services to help furnish the center with a ping pong table and […]
Young Observers: mid-March 2026
“Tree watching” by Alicia, 8th Grade I watch the tree because he teaches without ever speaking. Rooted in lessons I have yet to learn, He does not wander, does not waver. And […]
Fullerton Celebrates Nature at The Muckentaller’s Annual Bugs, Bees, and Butterflies Day
On the morning of March 18, the grounds of Muckenthaler Cultural Center—known to locals simply as “The Muck”—buzzed with a different kind of energy. It wasn’t just the hum of conversation or the […]
Disaster Preparedness: Fullerton Residents Equip Themselves for Emergencies Through CERT Training
Recently, residents of Fullerton came together for a training program aimed at preparing them for emergencies. They participated in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, which teaches community members how to […]
Video Observer: Fullerton College 2026 Artist-in-Residence Phung Huynh
Fullerton College has one of the few community college art departments in the country that offers an Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. After talking with Seija Rohkea, Art Gallery Technician at the College, I […]
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Fullerton College President Named 2026 Woman of the Year
Fullerton College President Dr. Cynthia Olivo has been named the 67th Assembly District’s 2026 Woman of the Year. An honor recognized by Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva, this accolade speaks to Dr. Olivo’s exemplary leadership as she guides Fullerton College into growth, innovation and more. “I’m truly honored,” […]
Agenda for Fullerton School District Regular Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 10th
The Fullerton School District Board is set to address several vital agenda items in its upcoming meeting, aimed at enhancing student services, improving facilities, and expanding educational opportunities. 1. Completion of Playground […]
Fullerton Collaborative to Host General Meeting on Monday, March 9
The Fullerton Collaborative will convene for a general meeting on Monday, March 9, that promises to foster connection and collaboration among community members dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Fullerton. The meeting, […]
