Hermosa Drive Elementary School in the Fullerton School District will welcome students back this fall with vibrant colors, invigorated spirit, and renewed purpose thanks to a community-designed mural situated in the school’s […]
Fun Summer Activities for Everyone by Alicia, 9th grade Summer is the perfect time to be outside, try new things, and take a short break from your routine. With long days, sunny […]
Fullerton City Council is pushing to become a charter city. What is a charter city? What does that look like and what will that mean for Fullerton residents? Fullerton College’s Professor of […]
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The agenda consists of two main items. Item 9 involves the approval of a master schedule of fees and charges, which is conducted annually in conjunction with the city budget. The Fire […]
New Fullerton Public Library hours due to Elevator Enhancement Beginning Monday, June 2nd the library will be operating under adjusted hours while the building’s elevators are under construction. We anticipate the noise […]
Michele began her tenure with NOCROP in 2005, starting with a part-time position in a local PennySaver. Her résumé highlighted her as tenacious, unafraid of challenges, and customer service oriented—qualities that […]
On April 2, a 9-year-old student from Maple Elementary School was removed from the campus in restraints by a Student Resource Officer (SRO) at the request of Principal Dr. Amanda Sobremesana and […]
The Fullerton Collaborative, in partnership with the City of Fullerton, is set to hold a General Meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 2:30 pm. The event will take place in the […]
Click Here to Read the Early June 2025 Fullerton Observer. The Fullerton Observer is an all volunteer newspaper. We are your friends, neighbors, students, educators, and small business owners. News for the […]
FJUHSD Trustees honored the high school district’s 2024/25 Employees of the Year on May 13, 2025. Retiring Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Dr. Ed Atkinson presented. Classified Employees: Buena Park High School […]
The 18th annual Fullerton City Scholastic Chess Championship took place on May 9 at Ladera Vista Junior High, drawing an impressive 67 young chess enthusiasts. Sponsored by the Fullerton Host Lions and […]
Mental Health Awareness Month by Taliha, 10th grade Can you believe it, we are five months through 2025 already! This year was filled with ups and downs, but one thing we can […]
The Fullerton Fire Department has taken a significant step towards improving community safety and emergency preparedness by deploying 12 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at key city facilities. An AED is a portable […]
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What was Fullerton School District’s FSD Fest? It was something you had to experience to truly believe. This award-winning, free, and family-friendly fun took place in the heart of Cal State Fullerton […]
As the Fullerton City Council prepares to initiate the process of becoming a Charter City on May 13, 2025, residents must seriously consider the implications of this shift in governance. Though proponents […]
The Broadcast Journalist and Media Consultant Will Receive an Honorary Doctorate at CSUF’s College of Communications Commencement Ceremony on May 22 Longtime NBC Los Angeles journalist and Cal State Fullerton alumna Vikki […]
President Trump signed an executive order on March 20 to defund the Department of Education. He sought to justify the order by saying it returns educational decisions to the states (states never […]
From Medieval Japan to Modern Influencers by Tegan, 8th grade The test I take tomorrow in History is the topic I have studied for many weeks. Centuries ago, in medieval Japan, the […]
Disasters and emergencies can strike at any time, making preparation essential for survival and recovery. Adam Loeser, Fire Chief for the Fullerton Fire Department, has seen firsthand how being prepared can make […]
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Fullerton Joint Union High School District is participating in the Seamless Summer Feeding Option Program. The following school sites will provide both Breakfast and Lunch (Under the Universal Meal Program) to all […]
Celebrations The FSD board meeting started on April 8 with Trustees celebrating the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC). In the 2022/23 school year, representatives from the 7th and 8th grades of the […]
Springing Back in History: Emancipation Day by Erin, 9th grade Spring has always been about new beginnings and it was the same back in 1862. April 16 marks the day America became […]
A panel of esteemed professors from California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) and the University of Southern California (USC) is set to meet this Tuesday, April 29, at 7:00 PM at the Fullerton […]
1 in 2 Orange County Public School Students Are Eligible for CalKIDS Scholarships Worth Up to $1,500 for College or Career Training College acceptance and financial aid letters are arriving soon, […]
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District April 8 board meeting honored Annual Art Award winners and star winter athletes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oshft2_0UEE beginning at minute 31 for all the celebrations. Prop 28 Fund […]
Cal State Fullerton’s animation programs rank No. 10 in the United States among public schools, according to Animation Career Review, an online resource for aspiring professionals in animation, game design, graphic design, […]
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) has announced a controversial new parking policy that will take effect on August 25, 2025. The upcoming changes will end free parking on campus during weekends and […]
Orange County Rescue Mission will host a celebration to commemorate the achievement of residents who have taken a major step towards self-sufficiency by completing the nonprofit’s career launch program. The inspiring gathering […]
In a concerning development, eight students at California State University, Fullerton have had their visas revoked, part of a larger trend that has seen over 30 students across Cal State campuses face […]
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Longtime higher education leader Khalilah Doss was appointed Cal State Fullerton’s vice president for student affairs following a national search. Her chief focus as an educator is to help students navigate their […]
The City of Fullerton is set to roll out its Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program, providing financial relief to eligible residents struggling with rental costs. The initiative will offer rental reimbursement […]
