State tour of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ simulator puts the spotlight on the Great California ShakeOut and earthquake preparedness The Cal State Fullerton Police Department, CSUF’s Office of Emergency […]
The Orange County Veterans Community Network is gearing up for its highly anticipated Resource Fair, scheduled to take place on October 17, 2025, at Fullerton College. This event will run from 9 […]
Above: A few of the 1200 OLLI members pose for a photo. OLLI members were recently shocked to learn that the university plans to evict them from their current building and move […]
Madero 1899, a restaurant offering traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine, located at 111 N. Harbor Boulevard, will be hosting an event titled“Ritmos Del Corazon” on November 2, 2025. It’s a celebration of […]
Fullerton School District September 30 meeting Trustee Thakur Resigns FSD board member Aaruni Thakur resigned on September 30, and his 7-year tenure was celebrated at the September 16 FSD board meeting. The […]
National Bullying Prevention Month by Yoyo, 8th grade Although October is best known for falling leaves, pumpkins, and Halloween excitement, it is also National Bullying Prevention Month —a time to focus on […]
In light of recent concerns over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities, the Orange County Rapid Response Network is organizing a free training session aimed at educating community members on how to […]
Art enthusiasts are invited to join a unique watercolor workshop focused on painting flowers and botanicals on Saturday, October 11. The workshop will be hosted by local artist Suzanne Gibson and will […]
Looking to tackle the pressing issue of domestic violence within the community, Radiant Futures will host an important Safety Panel Discussion featuring prominent local leaders. The event aims to shed light on […]
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The League of Women Voters North OC is set to host an informative luncheon featuring guest speaker Dr. Steve McLaughlin, Ed.D., the superintendent of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. The […]
Inside a glass display case outside Room 1004 at Fullerton College, candles of varying sizes sit in front of a small commemorative display memorializing multimedia artist and former Fullerton College faculty member, […]
National and World News with links to various trusted sources ====================================== •Zeteo’s “This Week in Democracy” – Week 37 documenting the growth of authoritarianism in US: https://zeteo.com/p/this-week-in-democracy-week-37-trump ====================================== As Governors Warn of […]
Fast food and fast fashion are a lot alike, and both have quite the effect on our health and the environment. These industries focus on getting things done quickly and cheaply, but […]
A transformative program in Los Angeles County is celebrating a significant milestone: the 10th anniversary of the ACES (Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Sustainability) initiative. Designed in partnership with L.A. County and SoCalREN, […]
People of all ages can find something fun to participate in at the Fullerton Community Center, 340 W Commonwealth Avenue. FAST has a pool offering adult lap-times and swimming lessons, the […]
The League of Women Voters North Orange County invited Bethany Anderson and Jody Vallejo, PhD. to speak about Immigration, civil rights, and community action on September 27, 2025. Both speakers […]
California State University Fullerton (CSUF) is reportedly considering a move for its Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), raising concerns among members of the program, which has been a cornerstone for seniors in […]
As a high school math teacher, I’ve spent 21 years with alternative education students—many navigating poverty, trauma, or systemic barriers—who have often felt pushed to the margins. I’ve learned that education isn’t […]
Co-author of amicus brief in recent US Supreme Court case Mahmoud v. Taylor to discuss potential impacts on school districts and curriculum WHO: Public School Defenders Hub, a nonprofit project of Contemporary Policy […]
The Public School Defenders Hub, a nonprofit, statewide, public education advocacy coalition based in Orange and Placer Counties, has received a $150,000 growth sustainability grant for expansion from the Contemporary Policy Institute […]
In celebration of its centennial anniversary, The Muckenthaler Cultural Center will host a special presentation this Thursday featuring historian Jesse La Tour. The event will explore what life in Fullerton was like […]
Observation Schedule for the Nov 4, 2025 Statewide Special Election The public is invited to observe as the Orange County Registrar of Voters conducts the November 4, 2025, Statewide Special Election. All […]
For history teacher Marie Chabanel, disaster preparedness is more than just a concept taught in classrooms. To her, it’s a vital skill that can make the difference between chaos and safety. Her […]
The Surprising Behavior of Pigs by Alicia, 8th grade Society often sees pigs as muddy animals that roll around in the dirt. But they are much more interesting than that; smart, social […]
After 15 years of discussing 21st-century education skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs are creating an impactful way to supplement and enhance education. There is plenty of concern around using AI for plagiarism […]
In 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature approved Assembly Bill 132, the *Cradle 2 Career (C2C) initiative to create a single K-12+ public school student data repository. In cooperation […]
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After seven years of dedicated service, Trustee Aaruni Thakur has announced he will step down from his role representing Trustee Area One at the end of September 2025. Reflecting on his tenure, […]
Dr. Robert “Bob” Pletka, the esteemed Superintendent of the Fullerton School District (FSD), has officially announced his plans to retire on February 1, 2026, after more than 13 years at the helm. […]
The Fullerton School District (FSD) Speech and Debate team has once again earned top national honors winning a sixth consecutive national championship at the 2025 National Speech and Debate Tournament, held in […]
A new opportunity for photography enthusiasts is on the horizon as Emerson Little leads an engaging class titled “Light, Shadows, and Reflections: Introduction to Digital Photography.” Scheduled for Wednesdays from 10 AM […]
Multi-age Class Update On August 19, Rolling Hills Elementary parents and students met with FSD Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources, Dr. Chad Hammett and Rolling Hills Principal, Lindy McNutt, concerning the abrupt closing […]
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District Superintendent, Dr. Steve McLaughlin, announced the district’s 2025/26 theme, “Inspired,” and the board inducted the two new […]
Tegan Yoon Named Young Observer Editor, Edyn Mai Transitions to UCI The Fullerton Observer has appointed Tegan Yoon as the new Young Observer Editor, succeeding Edyn Mai, who is pursuing a Literary […]
