Category: Education

Education Inland Empire

Redlands East Valley High School Music Program Takes Over Europe Through the Ambassadors of Music European Tour of 2024

Redlands East Valley High School’s (REVHS) Music Program joined students from across Southern California to be part of the Ambassadors of Music European Tour 2024, presented by Bob Rogers Travel under the direction of Brian Hollett. Students traveled to five European countries this past summer, in the span of 15 days, with stops in England (London), France (Paris), Switzerland (Crans Montana and Zermatt), Germany (Rothenburg), and Austria (Bad Hofgastein).  REVHS students performed at Victoria Embankment Garden, St. Matthew Bayswater Church,  Jardin D’Acclimation Amusement Park, Eglise de La Madeleine, The Orangerie, Marktplatz  Rothenburg, Franziskanerkirche Rothenburg, and Alpenarena. With each performance, students experienced the European culture on a personal level by connecting with each country’s culture and love for music.   “The Ambassadors of Music Europe Trip was an amazing eye-opening experience—once-in-a lifetime opportunity to see different parts of the world and realize how connected we are, especially through our love and enjoyment for music,” said REVHS Senior Theo. “There are no words to describe this awesome experience, the best way to know the world we live in is to experience it and  enjoy it. People say, ‘music takes you

Education Inland Empire San Bernardino

San Bernardino Valley College Receives Approval for First-Ever Bachelor’s Degree in Water Resources Management

San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) is proud to announce the official approval of its new bachelor’s degree in water resources management, a landmark achievement for the college and the community. The California Community Colleges (CCC) Board of Governors granted the approval during their historic, first-ever meeting at SBVC on September 23, marking a significant milestone for the institution and its students. “We are thrilled to receive approval for this groundbreaking program,” said SBVC President Dr. Gilbert Contreras. “This degree will not only equip our students with the specialized knowledge and skills required in the water resources management field, but it will also position SBVC as a leader in addressing critical workforce needs in our region. By offering this degree, we are opening doors to high-wage, in-demand careers that will benefit both our students and our community.” The bachelor’s degree in water resources management is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the vital and evolving field of water management. Focusing on sustainable practices and advanced technologies, the program will address the growing demand for skilled professionals who can tackle complex challenges related to water

Education Inland Empire Riverside

California Baptist University Reports Record Enrollment for 24th Year in a Row

California Baptist University President Ronald L. Ellis announced that Fall 2024 marks the university’s 24th consecutive year of enrollment growth.  At the fall CBU Board of Trustees meeting, Ellis announced 2024 enrollment totaled 11,931 students. The number represents an increase of 351 students over fall 2023, an increase that has not been seen since 2019.  “Over the past 24 years, the growth we’ve experienced stands as a testament to the dedication of the University’s leadership, faculty and staff in making CBU a place where students can truly live out their purpose,” Ellis said. “We are grateful to the students who have chosen to pursue their academic journey at CBU, and we eagerly anticipate the impact they will make on the world, fueled by Lancer spirit.” Since Ellis arrived as president in 1994, CBU enrollment has grown from 808 students to 11,931 students, almost 15 times larger in 30 years. The University now offers more than 100 majors along with 41 graduate programs and nine doctoral programs. Continue Reading

Education Inland Empire San Bernardino

San Bernardino Unified’s Norton Elementary School Earned California Green Ribbon School Award

Captain Leland F. Norton Elementary School , part of the  San Bernardino City Unified School District  (SBCUSD), has been honored by the California Department of Education (CDE) with a Silver 2024 California Green Ribbon School Award. The California Green Ribbon Schools (CA-GRS) Award recognizes California K–12 public schools that have demonstrated progress in reaching the U.S. Department of Education’s Green Ribbon Schools Pillars, which include: Reducing environmental impact and costs  Improving the health and wellness of schools, students and staff Providing effective environmental education that incorporates STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), civic skills and green career pathways According to the CDE, Norton was honored for its sustainable landscaping, a vegetable garden that students use for taste tests and cooking to promote healthy eating and its Clean Air Program for Elementary Students (CAPES), which educates students about air quality, the impact of pollution and actionable steps for environmental improvement. “Since it opened, Norton has been a proud STEM school with a focus on the four Cs of Collaboration, Creativity, Communication and Critical Thinking,” said Norton Principal Elizabeth Cochrane-Benoit. “It just made sense to include environmental education

Education Inland Empire

Rialto Middle School Celebrates 100 Years of Integrity and Determination

Rialto Middle School, Home of the Tigers, roared into its centennial year with a grand celebration on October 10 to commemorate a century of academic excellence, community spirit, and transformation. Alumni, staff, parents and students, from past and present, gathered at the school to honor the award-winning institution’s rich history, from its humble beginnings in 1924 to its current role as a beacon of education in the Rialto Unified School District. The festivities featured performances by student groups, including the school band and cheer team, a historical picture gallery, and a time capsule ceremony. Student leaders guided visitors through the gallery, sharing stories from the school’s long and distinguished past. “Honestly, the history of this school makes me feel that this place is sacred in a way because it’s been here for so long, from its start as Rialto Junior High School in 1924 to today,” said RMS student April Velador, who proudly presented information from the earliest days of the school with pictures displayed on a poster. “That long history provides us current students with an incredible opportunity. I get to learn a lot

Education Inland Empire San Bernardino

San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters Unveils ‘High School Family Feud: Voter Education Edition’

Today, students at Rialto High School tested their civic knowledge at the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters’ inaugural “High School Family Feud: Voter Education Edition” interactive program. To commemorate National High School Voter Education Weeks from September 16–27, students from the school’s AP Government classes competed in a version of the popular game show to gear up for the November 5, 2024 General Election. In front of an audience of their peers, two teams of five students each tried to guess the answers from a “100-person survey, top answers on the board,” related to the election process. Each team represented their AP Government class taught by Joseph Sanchez, and the second period class (“Team I’m Just a Bill”) won the contest over the fourth period class (“Team ‘Merica”).  The game show and related education effort is designed to help inform first-time voters about the election process. Although voters must be at least 18 years old to cast a vote, those 16 and 17 can preregister to vote, and their registration becomes active once they turn 18. “Our younger generation is the future of our