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San Diego Unified prepares For El Niño with safety work, curriculum addition
The San Diego Unified School District will begin instructing students about El Niño in the coming weeks, even as the district itself prepares for the expected significant weather pattern, officials said Tuesday. On Tuesday, Superintendent Fabi Bagula, Deputy Superintendent of Operations Drew Rowlands, science educators, members of the San...
bonitavistacrusader.org
Student teacher joins Hernandez in math
For many students, a teacher is simply a person who helps them understand a very tricky subject and succeed in the classroom. But for most teachers, learning never really stops. Math teacher Cristina Hernandez is currently helping student teacher Arushi Chauhan develop her skills and gain hands-on experience as she works toward leading a classroom of her own.
northcountydailystar.com
New Track and Turf Field Opens at Carlsbad High School, Funded by Measure HH
CARLSBAD, Calif. (October 2026) — Carlsbad High School students are training and competing on a new track and artificial turf field this fall, following a summer renovation funded by Measure HH, the facilities bond approved by Carlsbad voters in 2018. The $1,655,631 project removed and replaced the existing rubber...
UCSD Guardian
UCSD sent staff to quietly monitor and report on student protests, public records obtained by SCLU show
During the 2024-25 academic year, UC San Diego’s Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Campus Life employed community specialists to attend campus protests and rallies at UC San Diego — asking them to pose as students — according to records the Students’ Civil Liberties Union, San Diego provided to The UCSD Guardian. The SCLU obtained reports produced by the specialists through public record requests and then sent them to The Guardian.
preussinsider.com
New 6th Graders Adjust to Preuss
The Preuss School UCSD welcomed 134 new 6th graders for the 2026-2027 school year. As the 6th graders began middle school they started adjusting to a new environment. They have different classes, teachers, classmates, and schoolwork. The 6th graders have noticed the big switch from both schools. They have gone...
KEYT
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Former president up for southern California job
Six months after resigning from De Anza College, former President Omar Torres made Palomar College’s list of finalists in its presidential search on Oct. 13. Torres’ prospective position in north San Diego County would make him at least more than his Foothill-De Anza salary, with its starting president/superintendent salary ranging anywhere from $325,000 to $360,000, according to Palomar’s website.
Newsweek
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eccalifornian.com
School district celebrates century and half —later
The community celebration planned by Dehesa School District marking 150 years of the district’s history and service to the community has been rescheduled. Originally planned for Oct. 21, the event has been postponed to Nov. 4. The theme is “Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Community, Committing to the Future.”...
thealpinesun.com
College equipment now open to highest bidder
Bargain hunters searching for a good deal on office equipment, double-sided stainless steel commercial refrigerators, dual fuel generators, sound mixers or laptops need look no further than their computer screen. The Grossmont-Cuyamaca College District this week launched its fall surplus property auction that makes used equipment available to the public...
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Rivalry Games Bring Carlsbad Together:
Rivalry games bring competition and spirit to Carlsbad High school. They give students a reason to come together, support their team and show school spirit. For players, the rivalry creates extra motivation and excitement on the field when they play. For Carlsbad, big rivalry games include Oceanside and La Costa...
Ventura County Reporter
eastcountysports.com
Third-generation star activates Eagles
LAKESIDE — A third generation of athletes from the Spencer clan made its mark in girls flag football action Thursday (Oct. 15). Granite Hills senior running back Brooklynn Spencer established a Grossmont Hills League record with four rushing touchdowns, leading the Eagles past host El Capitan, 34-14. The record applies specifically to league contests.
northcountydailystar.com
Palomar College Superintendent/President Finalists Selected
SAN MARCOS, CA (October 15, 2026) – On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the Palomar College Governing Board announced the selection of four finalists who will be considered for the Superintendent/President vacancy. A national search has been in process since spring of this year. The finalists are Dr. Nicole Jones,...