Did You Know?: Having Hiccups? Must be the Vocal Chords by Declan, 8th grade Hiccups, the annoying little sounds that interrupt our important dialogue, can inflict significant discomfort. Here is why this […]
Young Observers: Mid-December 2023
Open Letter: Fullerton City Council needs to do more for CSUF
I am writing to ask that, as a city, we do more to support the university that calls Fullerton home. CSUF is the largest California State University campus, and we, as students, […]
High School Board HIGHLIGHTS & Commentary: 2023 Simon Scholars
High School Board HIGHLIGHTS & Commentary: 2023 Simon Scholars The Fullerton Joint Union High School District Board More information: (714) 870-2800 or http://www.fjuhsd.net The FJUHSD Trustees honored eight Simon Scholars at the […]
Education Does Not Resolve Gender Wage Gap
Men Earned More Than Women Even When They Had Bachelor’s Degrees in the Same Field Even among bachelor’s degree holders in the same field of study, women generally earned significantly less than […]
Read the Mid-December 2023 E-edition
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29TH Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County
The 29th Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County is now available, offering a comprehensive assessment of Orange County’s children’s health, economic well-being, education, and safety. The following areas […]
New Education Laws
Every October, the Governor of California signs bills into law or vetoes them. This year, Governor Newsom considered over a thousand pieces of legislation and approved 891 new laws, many centered on […]
Short Story: Clay
Unedited Version Malverice Academy had been officially closed for thirteen days, and the following morning it would finally be reopened. Hugo Reymond had found himself being the only student at Malverice so […]
Young Observers: Early December 2023
College Preparation: Now is the Time to Apply to Free Pre-College Summer Programs by Francine, 12th grade As a high school junior last year, I envisioned experiencing college life through a pre-college […]
ArtTrippin’ with Fullerton Professor Dr. Megan Lorraine Debin
ArtTrippin’: Dr. Megan Lorraine Debin Guides Viewers on a Transformative Journey Through Art, History, and Culture Embark on an exhilarating adventure with ArtTrippin’, a captivating edutainment series that transcends the boundaries of […]
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Young Observers: Mid-November 2023
Did You Know?: Rare Muscle Disease For Boys Only by Declan, 8th grade Some of us, boys, may not have the opportunity to live beyond 25 years old. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, or […]
Lemon Street Overpass Mural Restoration and a Brief History
Some of the historic Lemon Street Overpass murals are getting a needed makeover, thanks to fundraising efforts by Fullerton City Councilmember Ahmed Zahra, District 5. […]
YMCA of Orange County and Fullerton Free Church Provide Hundreds of Early Thanksgiving Meals to Community
Thanksgiving came early to the Maple Neighborhood Center on November 17, as hundreds of deserving families enjoyed a full Thanksgiving meal thanks to the YMCA of Orange County (YMCA) and Fullerton Free […]
California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress test scores
Every year in late spring, California students in grades 3-8 and 11 take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test. The test is a low-stakes exam for students since […]
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Veteran’s Day at Hillcrest Park Fullerton 2023
Speaker: Peter Seitz, LTC, California National Guard (Ret.) Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen It is a pleasure for me to be here on Veterans Day, and I want to thank you for […]
Assemblywoman Quirk-Silva’s Bill Preserving Cursive Writing Education Signed By Governor
Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva (D – Fullerton) announced that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 446 into law, making cursive or joint italics handwriting instruction mandatory in the appropriate grade levels across the […]
Champions for Children Block Party
Usually held at different times throughout the year, Fullerton School District (FSD) put innovation to the test and combined the Champions for Children informative workshops with the Community Block Party. The result […]
Bringing Pride and Equality to Fullerton
Fullerton City Councilmember Ahmad Zahra — the first openly gay Muslim of any city council in the nation, spoke to a crowd at an Equality California fundraiser held at Matador […]
Maria Tallchief selected as one of 2023 American Women Quarters honorees
The United States Mint (Mint) began shipping the fifth coin in the 2023 American Women Quarters™ (AWQ) Program on October 23. The Mint facilities at Philadelphia and Denver manufacture these circulating quarters […]
Troy High School Football Team Receives City Championship Award
Coach Echaves celebrating the first CIF win since 2006 A team of Warriors getting the ball Coach Echaves and Mayor Jung – Awards for City Champions Celebrating CIF win versus Monrovia. Troy […]
School District Notes: FSD Board meeting October 17
Fullerton School District Board meets at 6pm, 2nd & 4th Tues of each month at district headquarters, 1401 W Valencia Dr, Fullerton. For agenda, go to: http://www.fsd.k12.ca.us or call (714) 447-7400 Trustee […]
Young Observers Early November 2023
Everyday Science: Osiris: Underworld God to Out-Of-This-World Spacecraft by Erin, 9th grade On September 8, 2016, the spacecraft Osiris-REx was launched into space in hopes of returning home with more knowledge of […]
Muñoz SAFE Act Championed by 11-year-old Zacky Muñoz signed into law by Governor Newsom
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation spearheaded by 11-year-old Zacky Muñoz, changing the landscape for students with food allergies. The Muñoz Student Allergy Framework for Emergencies (SAFE) Act – AB 1651 (Sanchez) […]
Fullerton School District Will Host a Champions for Children Family Block Party at Pacific Drive School
THIS IS A FREE EVENT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, from 9am to 1pm It’s a Community Fair! Enjoy workshops, all kinds of activities and food. Students that have […]
Dueling Pianos At Radiant Futures Raises Over $18,000
A fundraiser for Radiant Futures was held at their 215 E Amerige facility in Fullerton on October 26 in the enclosed backyard. Guests enjoyed an assortment of appetizers while purchasing beer or […]
Video Observer: Original Fullerton College Buildings Recognized as Historic District
Recently, I learned from Fullerton Heritage President Ernie Kelsey that a portion of Fullerton College has now been designated as a historic district. It encompasses the core of the college, with multi-level […]
Young Observers: Mid-October 2023
Did You Know?: FJUSD Offers FREE Programs to Raise Happiness and Success Index of Students and their Families by Francine, 12th grade Pandemic or not, we all go through periods of stress, anxiety, and even […]
California State Library Parks Pass Initiative Delivers on Helping Californians Access Nature
New data highlights success of the library pass program, demonstrates need to permanently fund initiative in state budget. California State Parks Foundation today released compelling new survey data highlighting the success […]
The Hub Grand Opening
Trustee Aaruni Thakur, Superintendent Dr. Bob Pletka, Trustee Bev Berryman, Director of SEL and Family Support Rossana Fonseca, and Trustee Ruthi Hanchett at the Grand Opening of The Hub. Fullerton School District […]
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Fair Trade Fashion Show at Vanguard University Teaches Shoppers to Wear Their Values and Overcome Labor Trafficking
Student-Run Event Highlights Steps Everyone Can Take to Make A Dent in International Crime of Labor Trafficking In an effort to fight labor trafficking by celebrating what we can all do as […]
Fullerton Union High School 2023 Wall of Fame Inductees
Fullerton Union High School will induct Richard Jewett – Class of 1930, Chris Norby – Class of 1968, and Shirly Owens McClanahan – Class of 1973, into its “Wall of Fame.” The […]
Three Fullerton teens are in custody after assaulting Fullerton College Campus Safety Officer
Fullerton Police Officers were dispatched to Fullerton College, located at 321 E. Chapman Ave, regarding the disturbance of the peace. The reporting party advised dispatch that a Fullerton College Campus Safety Officer […]
