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Dr. Carreón Foundation accepting scholarship applications
The Dr. Carreón Foundation has opened its scholarship application process to all qualified applicants of minority ethnicities throughout the Eastern Inland Empire. Students from Coachella Valley are particularly encouraged to apply.
Local students awarded at Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair
The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) has announced the winners of the 2024 Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair, which took place at the Riverside Convention Center. As per an RCOE press release, 72 students were awarded gold medals and numerous prizes and entries into state and international fairs.
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U.S. Rep. Ken Calvert: ‘I am proud to nominate these outstanding young men and women from the 41st Congressional District’
By Coachella Valley Times | Feb 20, 2024
U.S. Representative Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) has announced his nominations for the U.S. service academies from the 41st Congressional District. As a member of Congress, Calvert is able to nominate a select group of individuals for appointment to one or more U.S. service academies, which include the Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, Military Academy, and Merchant Marine Academy.
OneFuture Coachella Valley's Gents Alliance to hold 2024 Male Student Leadership Conference in February
By Coachella Valley Times | Feb 3, 2024
The Gents Alliance Program, under the umbrella of OneFuture Coachella Valley, has announced that its 2024 Male Student Leadership Conference is set to take place this month. The organization is encouraging high school and college educators to prepare their students for participation.
College of the Desert holds grand opening of its new Child Development Center in Indio
By Coachella Valley Times | Feb 2, 2024
The College of the Desert recently celebrated the grand opening of its Child Development Center at its downtown Indio campus. The new facility, which spans approximately 18,000 square feet, will provide childcare services and also serve as a training ground for aspiring early childhood educators.
Palm Springs Unified School District names Dr. Tonatiuh Signoret superintendent
By Coachella Valley Times | Jan 22, 2024
Dr. Tonatiuh 'Tony' Signoret has been appointed as the superintendent of Schools for Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD). Previously serving as the interim superintendent, Signoret's new contract extends until June 30, 2025.
Riverside County to host virtual art competition for students
By Coachella Valley Times | Jan 18, 2024
The Riverside County Office of Education has announced an upcoming virtual art competition for elementary and middle school students, titled "Art Connects". The submission window for this contest will close on January 22. The office had previously hosted a similar event during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, which proved to be so successful that they decided to reintroduce it.
Date Festival Scholarship Program is now accepting applications
By Coachella Valley Times | Jan 8, 2024
The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival has opened applications for its 2024 Date Festival Scholarship Program. The annual initiative will grant ten high school students a $2,000 scholarship each.
Riverside County Office of Education to host an artificial intelligence summit
By Coachella Valley Times | Dec 26, 2023
The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is set to host its inaugural Riverside County AI Summit next month. The event is designed to gather educators and other school employees to delve into topics surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) in schools.
Coachella Valley Unified School District unveils book vending machine at Valle Del Sol Elementary School
By Coachella Valley Times | Dec 12, 2023
The Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) has recently introduced a new book vending machine at a local elementary school, as part of its initiative to encourage reading and reward good behavior among students. The machine, named Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine™, was unveiled at Valle Del Sol Elementary School on December 11.
100th water consolidation project celebrated at Westside Elementary School in Thermal
By Coachella Valley Times | Dec 7, 2023
The Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) has announced a celebration marking the completion of the 100th water consolidation project, held at Westside Elementary School in Thermal. The event was coordinated in conjunction with the California Water Board and the Coachella Valley Water District.
SunLine buses and bus stops display Coachella Valley student artwork
By Coachella Valley Times | Dec 2, 2023
Artwork created by talented students from the Coachella Valley has transformed several SunLine Transit Agency buses into colorful moving canvases. These striking designs are the result of the eighth annual Student Art Contest, an event co-sponsored by Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP).
The City of Coachella graduates the first participants of its new Coachella Resident Engagement Academy
By Coachella Valley Times | Nov 23, 2023
The City of Coachella announced in a Facebook post that attendees of its first Coachella Resident Engagement Academy have graduated. They completed the seven-week program with a deeper understanding of how the city is run and a little cash for their time and commitment. The program, which was conducted in both English and Spanish, aimed to educate residents about the functioning of their local government.
The City of Palm Springs earns high marks for its LGBTQ+ initiatives
By Coachella Valley Times | Nov 21, 2023
The City of Palm Springs' LGBTQ+ inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services earned it 100 points, the highest possible score, in the 2023 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index Scorecard, a nationwide evaluation of more than 350 cities. This recognition places Palm Springs at the forefront of LGBTQ+ equality in the United States.
Coachella Valley School District: ‘We gathered to honor the memory of a true hero’ and school namesake
By Coachella Valley Times | Nov 16, 2023
Saul Martinez Elementary school in Mecca, California, part of the Coachella Valley School District (CVSD), celebrated their school’s birthday by honoring its namesake, late highway patrol officer Saul Martinez.
College student discusses research study: ‘I see the changes discussed in the study being put to use here’
By Coachella Valley Times | Oct 12, 2023
Cynthia Gilabert, a college student from Saugus who now resides in Indio, recently shared her experience working on a research study for Arizona State University that focused on the "fear of negative evaluation" among STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) students. In an interview with the Coachella Valley Times, Gilabert discussed how her involvement in the study has impacted her, particularly in relation to her acceptance into veterinary school.
Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians donates 200 football helmets to local high schools
By Coachella Valley Times | Oct 8, 2023
Chairman Darrell Mike and the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians have shown their support for local high school football teams by donating 200 helmets. The Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) expressed gratitude for this generous contribution, highlighting the positive impact it will have on student-athletes.
Coachella Valley High School recognized as one of 'America's Healthiest Schools'
By Coachella Valley Times | Sep 26, 2023
Coachella Valley High School has been recognized as one of America's Healthiest Schools. The distinction was announced on September 26, and less than 0.05 percent of schools across the United States received this honor for the 2022-2023 academic year. The recognition is presented by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation), an organization dedicated to children's health.
Coachella Valley High School named America’s Healthiest Schools
By Coachella Valley Times | Sep 26, 2023
On Sept. 26, Coachella Valley High School (CVHS) announced it was named one of America’s Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation for the 2022-23 academic year. This recognition is shared with less than .05% of schools across the U.S.
Gomez on video on human trafficking: ‘I encourage all educators in Riverside County to share this video with students’
By Coachella Valley Times Report | Sep 5, 2023
Students in the Desert Sands Unified School District, in partnership with a number of law enforcement, public education and other organizations, recently created a video to raise awareness of human trafficking among school communities.