Fullerton School District’s (FSD) Nutrition Services received the 2023 Turnip the Beet Gold Award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services. The award recognizes schools for going above […]
Did you know that experts predict that by the year 2050, more plastic will be in the ocean than fish? A shocking 9 to 11 million tons of plastic enter the […]
Nine-year-old Kira Suinn has always loved to act. Now, fueled by the skills she honed at Arborland’s Theater & Voice Acting Workshop, this budding actress is on the brink of seeing her […]
If an earthquake strikes, do you have a plan to follow to safety? The uncertainty of crisis looms large, as it always has, but being prepared can help you stand confident against […]
FJUHS District Board is excited to share that a select collection of winning artworks from our recent art show was on display in the Boardroom until April 9. These pieces highlight the […]
Cal State Fullerton’s LGBT Queer Resource Center was named the Losquadro Keller LGBTQ Resource Center after alumnus Michael T. Losquadro ’86 and spouse Dr. Brian C. Keller in a naming ceremony recognizing […]
La Fundación del Caucus Legislativo Latino de California se complace en anunciar que el Programa de Becas de la Fundación del Caucus Legislativo Latino de California 2024 comenzará a aceptar solicitudes en […]
The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation announced on April 1 that the 2024 California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship Program will start accepting online applications on Monday, April 1, 2024. Each student […]
How important is it to you to have a paper newspaper? Due to the high cost and environmental impact of paper, the Fullerton Observer is considering going to subscription only. That means […]
National Observances: National Supreme Sacrifice Day, March 18th by Mateo, 10th grade Every day, the courageous, valiant personnel who make up our city’s police force and fire brigade, as well as the […]
According to the latest report by the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF), over 420 victims of human trafficking were identified and supported in Orange County in 2021-2022. 40% of the […]
Orangethorpe Elementary recently hosted a Family “Booknic” for Read Across America Week! The families arrived with their picnic dinners and enjoyed the company of others while listening to strolling VIP Readers, a […]
Maple Area families had become more recent immigrants and had limited English since the 1972 closure. Nonetheless, Maple’s parents expected a full elementary school for their children; however, the […]
Offers a Noir-Inspired Story of Seduction and Betrayal The Cal State Fullerton Department of Theatre & Dance Season is proud to present “Accidentally on Purpose,” beginning March 13 and running through March […]
Mucio Vidales, the teacher at Nicolas Junior High School, was awarded the California League of Educators 2024 Middle School Teacher of the Year. Mr. Vidales was nominated for his educational excellence and […]
“Your Vote—Our Responsibility.” That’s the motto of the Orange County Registrar of Voters (OCROV). It is taken seriously with Mail-In Ballots sent to every registered Orange County resident, over 120 Ballot Drop-off […]
“You do not have to be Arab, Muslim, Palestinian, or as in my case and the case of our members Jews who say no and speak out against an unfolding genocide – […]
FJUHSD’s recent emphasis on mental health care and trauma-informed teaching methods encouraged teachers and students to embrace various ways to bring peaceful areas into stressful school environments. Student gardens create calming oases […]
Science Central: Somewhere Over the Rainbow by Erin, 9th grade Part of Irish legend, leprechauns were small mischievous creatures that hid and protected their gold at the end of rainbows. Unfortunately, there […]
With a blank canvas before them, an artist has a very important decision to make. What medium will best convey the image in their mind? This article will discuss four painting mediums: […]
Fullerton School District Board meets at 6pm at District Headquarters, 1401 W Valencia Dr, Fullerton. For agenda, go to: http://www.fsd.k12.ca.us or call 714-447-7400 Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka opened the February 20 […]
What’s Trending?: Fall From Stardom by Irene, 12th grade In light of the Internet’s obsession with true crime podcasts and television series, 32-year-old Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s Dec. 28, 2023 release from the Chillicothe […]
The number of young adults ages 18 to 29 that live with their parents and relatives is growing thanks to unaffordable home prices and high rents nationwide, a recent study shows. The […]
The FJUHSD Trustees celebrated Career Technical Education (CTE) Month at the February 6 board meeting, honoring La Habra High School’s Emergency Response Pathway Instructor, Jeff Breier, and three La Habra High School […]
Essential Information: This election is a “one and done” election. The results in March are final, with no run-offs. The ballots will arrive in early February, and OCDE School Board candidates will […]
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 Employee of the Year Award and the 2025 Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) Teacher of the Year Nominee! As California’s premier provider of career […]
Chapman University presents the Huell Howser Archives at John Wayne Airport in an exhibit running from February 2, 2024, to May 1, 2024. Huell Burnley Howser, born October 18, 1945, in Tennessee, […]
Senator Josh Newman (D-Fullerton) introduced Senate Bill 1244 (SB 1244) on February 14, 2024, to facilitate greater access to community college dual enrollment programs for high school students across California. SB 1244 […]
Fullerton School District (FSD) is excited to announce that Elizabeth Ellison, an English teacher at Fisler School, has been named the ParentingOC 2024 Top Teacher. Ms. Ellison teaches 7th and 8th graders […]
Seeking top students for STEM careers and the Navy’s $180,000 ROTC Scholarship Navy Outreach and Diversity leaders will visit Troy High School in Fullerton, CA, today, Tuesday, Feb. 13, in search of […]
At its February two-day book sale, the Friends raised over $10,000. All proceeds from the sale are donated to Fullerton Public Library. The sale was held on Friday the 9th and Saturday […]
Two Factors Leading to a Segregated School: Maple School was racially integrated since 1924 but became segregated after 1958. There were two contributing factors. Racially Restricted Covenants: One was racially restrictive covenants, […]
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Maple School is turning 100 this year. An on-campus celebration is planned for April 24, 2024. This is a four-part series on the history of Maple School to the present. Built […]
