The sounds of a mariachi band filled the air on May 22 as Chapman University graduates, their families, faculty, and supporters filed into the First Presbyterian Church in Orange. The vibrant music […]
For generations, the gardens and greenhouses tucked along the north side of Fullerton College have served as more than just classrooms. They have been living laboratories, community gathering spaces, and carefully cultivated landscapes […]
From custom apparel and vinyl-cut T-shirts to bold logos and full-scale brand campaigns, Fullerton School District junior high students are transforming creative ideas into real-world business ventures. During a Personal Branding showcase […]
Valencia Park Elementary School students launched creativity and innovation into the sky on May 15 during the school’s annual Rocket Day, a high-energy STEM event that has become a signature tradition for […]
For the first time, scientists have directly measured how smoking changes the mechanical behavior of human lung tissue. Published in the Journal of the Royal Society Interface, the study (click here to […]
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Neighbors and volunteers were disheartened to find that a Fullerton City Landscape Crew had removed multiple trees at a beloved community garden on May 5. This was the first instance […]
As electricity bills continue climbing across California, consumer advocates and climate organizations are increasing pressure on major utility companies and state lawmakers to address affordability concerns that many families say are becoming […]
Fullerton School District hosted its 5th Annual Korean Culture Night on May 7 at Parks Junior High School, bringing together students, families and community members for an afternoon of celebrating Korean culture, […]
Two Fullerton students have been recognized for academic achievement at Southern New Hampshire University after being named to the university’s Spring 2026 Dean’s List. The university announced that Carolanne Carden and Kathryn […]
The Climate Action Campaign put together a panel of clean energy advocates on May 11 at the California State University, Fullerton Center for Healthy Neighborhoods to discuss pollution, renewable energy programs and […]
A University of California, Riverside preclinical study is shedding light on a long-observed but poorly understood phenomenon: chronic cannabis users tend to have lower body weight and a reduced risk of developing […]
As high school seniors across Orange County make college and career decisions ahead of graduation, CalKIDS is encouraging students and families to check whether scholarship funds have already been set aside in their names. […]
Fullerton School District has been awarded a $525,000 Innovation Grant from the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) to expand its Tiny Home Project, an innovative program where middle school students design […]
At Lemon Park, on a weekday morning in late April, I met with Parks and Recreation Coordinator Aimee Aul, who leads the “Discover Fullerton on Foot” walking tours for the City of Fullerton. We had a conversation about the structures and murals around Maple Elementary’s campus, and discussed how last […]
Fullerton School District celebrated the opening of the new Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) at D. Russell Parks Junior High School on May 7, introducing a vibrant new space for athletics, performances […]
In a moment filled with cheers, applause and surprise, Fullerton School District teacher Mike Shaffer was honored on May 6 at Richman Elementary School with $5,000 worth of physical education equipment and […]
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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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 (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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
