Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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FALLBROOK – On Patriot Day, Sept. 11, students across Fallbrook Union Elementary School District paused to reflect on the significance of this historic day, honoring the lives lost during the tragic events of 9/11 while recognizing the heroic efforts of first responders. Schools throughout the district participated in commemorative activities, offering students the unique opportunity to personally meet with local law enforcement, officers and first responders to express their...
FALLBROOK – Sept. 17 marks a vital day in America's history. It was on that day, 237 years ago, that the 39 framers signed the document they had just created: the Constitution. The law of the land, of the newly-named United States of America, was established. Although the shortest in words, our Constitution has guided the longest- running government in world history. It has endured the test of time, carrying our country through wars, a great Depression, and civil unrest. It i...
FALLBROOK – Monserate Christian Academy, an affiliate of the Acton Academy network, announces the launch of its first session of the year. Focused on contract creation and team building, the initiative this session was inspired by the best practices of leading global companies like Google, aiming to equip students with the skills they need to thrive in today's collaborative and entrepreneurial environments. At Monserate Christian Academy, the belief that children learn best by “doing” has always been at the core of its educa...
FALLBROOK – AAUW presented a Lifetime Achievement Award to Kathy Bierbrauer at their annual membership brunch on Sept. 14. Bierbrauer has been a member of the Fallbrook branch for over 20 years. During that time, she has served on the board for many years as both Corresponding Secretary and Program Chair. She has mentored eight young women through the AAUW Mentorship Program, most of the students for three years. Bierbrauer is very proud of the fact that all her mentees h...
BONSALL – In August of 2019, Bonsall Elementary School transitioned to a "closed campus" for security reasons. Principal Allison Fortney quickly realized that younger students needed additional support navigating the school. She recruited a handful of fifth-grade students to start the "5th Grade Ambassador Program." Since then, the program has grown to include 44 ambassadors. These students greet TK, kindergarten, and first-grade students at the gate to ensure they find t...
BONSALL – There is a small building that sits on the corner of Camino Del Rey and Old River Road that serves as a prominent physical icon of the Bonsall community; the Little Bonsall Schoolhouse is a testament to the power of lifelong learning. While often associated with the Bonsall Unified School District, the schoolhouse is also a beloved physical representation of the history and relationships of the Bonsall Woman's Club. The BWC is currently comprised of dedicated w...
TEMECULA – Aug. 20 marked the first day of the inaugural school year for students and staff at Connections Academy at Springs, a new tuition-free online public charter school program. Across California counties Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego, enrolled students in grades K-10 logged on for their first week at the new virtual school. The school operates in partnership with Springs Charter Schools, a network of public charter schools in Southern California, and offers f...
Quotes from brothers Jameson, 8, and Seamus, 6, over the years. Submitted by their mother Kathy Custer. Mom: "My friend is gonna let us borrow 2 swings that look like tents that we can hang from the ceiling inside our house." Seamus, age 3: "But when we grow up and we still want to swing, will it hold our weight?" Mom: "I know this is hard to believe but when you grow up you're gonna want to move out to your own house." (Sounding angry at his mother, as if she had just lied... Full story
Over the last two weeks, all five campuses of the Bonsall Unified School District participated in Back-to-School Night. If you are a parent (like me), these events begin as a command performance that must be attended. When my son was in kindergarten, I arrived before the Book Fair opened. I worried if my dress was appropriate. Three people mistook me for a grandma. I remember because I took notes! By my son's sophomore year at Bonsall High School, Back-2-School was old hat. I...
BONSALL – Bonsall Unified School District has announced the culmination of a two-year journey that has resulted in the creation of a new Learner Profile, a multi-year focus initiative, and a refreshed district logo. These developments are the result of an extensive collaboration with the renowned education specialists at Learner-Centered Collaborative and the active involvement of the Bonsall community. Two years ago, BUSD embarked on a mission to align its educational objectives with the core values of the community. To g...
SACRAMENTO – California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday announced Aug. 28 that #CaliforniansForAll College Corps is back for its third year, sparking enthusiasm across the state as college students gear up to make a significant impact in their communities. The overwhelming demand for College Corps is evident, with nearly 10,000 applicants vying for available positions, underscoring the program's significant appeal and impact on students. More than 3,000 students were selected from partner campuses to participate during t...
SAN MARCOS – Despite nationwide obstacles from the Department of Education and the unprecedented FAFSA issues affecting financial aid processing, Palomar College announced their disbursement of federal and state financial aid will occur by Sept. 6. Although this represents a one-week delay from the usual Pell Grant processing timeline, the college is distributing over $1 million in emergency grants of $250 each to eligible students who have completed a financial aid application and demonstrated financial need. A...
FLINT, Mich. – Matthew Kuhn of Fallbrook was named to Kettering University's spring 2024 dean's list. Kuhn is majoring in mechanical engineering and is a member of the class of 2027. The Dean's List recognizes overall academic performance based on the student's term grade point average (GPA). To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must satisfy the following requirements – be a degree-seeking student with a minimum term grade point average of 3.5, no grades below B, and a minimum of 16 earned credits for the term. "Be... Full story
FALLBROOK – Scouts BSA Troop 731 and Cub Scout Pack 738 are excited to announce a free Open House event on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the Fallbrook VFW Post 1924, 1175 Old Stage Road. The event will take place from 6-8 .p.m. and the scouts invite families with girls and boys in kindergarten through age 17 to join them for an engaging evening. Kids will have fun participating in hands-on activities led by Scouts, like Pinewood Derby races, a rain gutter regatta, and Dutch oven c...
Bonsall – Bonsall Unified School District announces the addition of two key staff members who will join its educational community this school year, bringing a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and commitment to our students. BUSD welcomed Tiffany Suetos as the new Assistant Principal at Sullivan Middle School. Suetos brings over 18 years of experience in education, having begun her teaching career in 2006. Originally from San Diego, she earned her Bachelor of Science in k...
FALLBROOK – The 20th annual Fallbrook A Leer/Reading & Family Literacy Project, Cesar Chavez Day of Service & Learning was held on Saturday, July 27 at Maie Ellis Elementary School. With nearly 200 participants, this was another successful day. This annual event holds an important impact on the local community and features Manuel Bernal, president of the Cesar Chavez Foundation, as keynote speaker. He highlighted his personal experiences as a first-generation immigrant, w...
The San Diego County Fair's Student Showcase includes high school and middle school yearbooks. The 2023-24 Sullivan Middle School yearbook was awarded a first-place ribbon at the 2024 county fair. "I'm super excited," said Sullivan yearbook advisor Melissa Ledri. "They did a lot of work," Ledri said. "This helps validate what they did and all the stuff they put into it." The fair's Student Showcase does not have head-to-head judging other than for Best of Class or Best of...
I am a Fallbrook native who graduated from Fallbrook High School in 2006. Thanks to my counselor, Jaime Miramontes. I was able to pursue a college education. Right after high school, I attended CSUSB but dropped out. Four years later, I returned to MiraCosta College to get an associate degree and then pursued a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies and a Master's in Public Health. After finishing, I got accepted to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, in their...
More than 30 Bonsall Unified School District students spent July 15‑19 in San Diego for a career exploration summer camp. What was formally called Future Me Summer Adventure was held at the Linda Vista Innovation Center, which is owned and operated by the San Diego County Office of Education but is not part of the SDCOE administrative complex on Linda Vista Road. The students were housed at the University of San Diego and also visited USD facilities along with other nearby p...
FALLBROOK – The Rotary Club of Fallbrook welcomed 160 Fallbrook Union Elementary School District teachers, support staff, and administrators back to school with a BBQ at Ingold Park on Thursday, Aug. 8. Thirty-one Rotarians and family members served hamburgers, watermelon, chips, cookies, and condiments to staff who were both eager to eat and excited about the coming school year. Supporting the Rotary Club of Fallbrook were Grocery Outlet which donated hamburger buns, c...
MCMINNVILLE, Ore. – Joel French of Bonsall graduated from Linfield University following the spring 2024 semester. French earned a Bachelor of Science in applied physics: engineering. Following the spring 2024 semester, the university awarded 510 degrees to 505 graduates, with five awarded double degrees. Commencement celebrated 445 undergraduates and 65 graduate-level students. Linfield University is an independent, nonprofit university with campuses in McMinnville and Portland, Oregon, as well an eCampus for online l... Full story
SAN MARCOS – After satisfactory completion of all requirements put forth by the California Virtual College Course Exchange, Palomar College is now a Teaching College. As a Teaching College, Palomar online courses are now more accessible to community college students throughout the state. Specifically, the CVC Course Exchange allows California Community College students to simultaneously enroll in online courses at multiple Teaching Colleges without having to apply to each college. Ultimately, the CVC Course Exchange e... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District is excited to announce the grand opening of a new reading room at La Paloma Elementary School's library dedicated to the indigenous people of the Fallbrook area. The event, held on May 29, featured celebrations with local Native American tribal members. The reading room, transformed from a dark and plain corner into a vibrant area filled with colorful murals and books, aims to educate students about Native American h...
GARDEN CITY, NY – Sophia Bachman of Fallbrook has been named to Adelphi University's spring 2024 semester dean's list. Bachman was among a select group of outstanding students recognized by Adelphi's deans of Arts and Sciences, Education and Health Science, Business, Nursing and Public Health, Social Work and Psychology for superior academic performance. The list comprises full-time students-registered for 12 or more credits-who have completed at least nine graded credits who achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above for the s... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Maie Ellis Dual Language and Elementary School recently hosted its much-anticipated annual International Dance Festival, bringing together students, parents, and community members for a vibrant celebration of global culture through dance. Students from every grade level showcased their talents, performing dances from around the world in an event that highlighted the diversity and creativity of the Maie Ellis community. The festival featured an impressive array...
