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Data Shows Slowing Decline in Overall School Enrollment

May 28, 2025 04:56PM ● By California Department of Education News Release

On May 21, the California Department of Education released 2024 to 2025 school enrollment data on DataQuest (https://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/), showing that the decline in public school enrollment has begun to slow.

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: El Camino Fundamental High School students recently took over the airwaves for 24 hours during their annual Audiothon, a live broadcast and fundraiser organized entirely by students

El Camino Fundamental Students Take Lead in 24-Hour Broadcast

May 28, 2025 04:19PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Students at El Camino Fundamental High School recently took over the airwaves for 24 hours during their annual Audiothon, a live broadcast and fundraiser organized entirely by students.

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Anvitha Samineni proudly shows off her California State Seal of Biliteracy. She received recognition for her proficiency in English, Spanish and Telugu

More than 400 Students Receive California State Seal of Biliteracy

May 28, 2025 04:03PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Anvitha Samineni, a 12th-grader from Mira Loma High School, was in the spotlight as a student speaker at the recent Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony.

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The Art Fiesta will feature this landscape painting by Tom Sorenson. Photos courtesy of Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club

67th Art Fiesta Features Local Students

May 28, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club News Release

The Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club will host its 67th Art Fiesta on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento.

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Veterans and supporters gather at the Vietnam Memorial in Earl J. Koobs Nature Area for Memorial Day, May 26.

Memorial Day Recalls Heroes

May 28, 2025 01:53PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fallen heroes were honored at Carmichael’s Vietnam Monument on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). The 57-year-old tradition of community remembrance continued with flags, speeches and prayers in the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area.

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Gabe Kerschner will bring a menagerie, likely to include alligator Spike to the Effie Yeaw Nature Center’s NatureFest

Nature Parades a Feast

May 28, 2025 01:49PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Birds, reptiles and marsupials will be among educators during an open day at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. Staged previously during the fall, NatureFest has been rescheduled as a spring attraction. The June 8 event is the center’s largest educational event.

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Students Explore Innovation, Culture and Careers at World Fair

May 13, 2025 11:19AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Mira Loma High School students shared their talents, research and aspirations during the school’s annual World Fair and Middle Years Program (MYP) Personal Project Exhibition.

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Easter Bunny hopped as pancake and sausage plates flew off the griddle at Carmichael Park Clubhouse

Bunny Breakfast at Park

Apr 23, 2025 09:47AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The Easter Bunny hopped as pancake and sausage plates flew off the griddle at Carmichael Park Clubhouse last Saturday.

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Parks Hippity-Hop for Easter

Apr 08, 2025 11:48AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Two park districts serving Carmichael have frolics planned for Easter Saturday, April 19.

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‘San Juan Sings’ Event Brings Students Together

Apr 01, 2025 02:00PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

San Juan Unified School District’s annual “San Juan Sings” event once again showcased the incredible talents of student choirs across the district.

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Captain Cook Shapes the Future

Apr 01, 2025 01:52PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

When Cathy Cook points out bullet holes in an A-10 fuselage at the California Aerospace Museum, she could be forgiven a shudder. As an aircraft commander during the Gulf Wars, she refueled these aircraft at 18,000 feet as they flew to enemy targets in Iraq.

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San Juan Unified Students Recognized in Competition

Mar 25, 2025 12:38PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Students across San Juan Unified School District were honored for their creativity and talent at the Northern California Youth Art Month (YAM) competition at PBS KVIE’s Art Gallery on March 1.

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Youth Football Helmet Law Proposed

Mar 25, 2025 11:53AM ● By Office of Assemblymember Avelino Valencia News Release

California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) has introduced Assembly Bill 708 to protect young athletes by permitting the use of soft-shelled helmet add-ons during practices and games.

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Spreading Disability Awareness

Mar 25, 2025 10:45AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Fourth-grade students from Mission Avenue Open Elementary School gathered around their carpet on Feb. 13 for a special day introducing them to an empowering workshop.

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Little League Plays Ball

Mar 18, 2025 09:40AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 250 burgeoning stars last weekend launched the 2025 Little League season in Carmichael.

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San Juan Unified Seeks Curriculum Committee Members

Feb 26, 2025 10:58AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Applications for San Juan Unified’s Curriculum Adoption Committees are open now through March 3 for parents/guardians, staff and community members.

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You Can Prevent Teen Dating Violence

Feb 19, 2025 12:42PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship very often requires more maturity than most teens have developed.

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Carmichael Beavers Celebrate 60 Years

Feb 11, 2025 03:49PM ● By Carmichael Beavers Swim Team News Release

A beloved local institution, the Carmichael Beavers are celebrating a monumental milestone this year, marking 60 years of inspiring youth, building confidence and fostering community through the sport of swimming.

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California Continues to Prioritize Young Children

Jan 22, 2025 10:12AM ● By First 5 California News Release

2025-2026 Budget Highlights Initiatives for All California Kids

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Sac County Partners Protect Children

Dec 30, 2024 04:53PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When the Child Abuse Prevention Center chose a new leader, it found someone with a deep understanding of its mission: someone who was in foster care mainly because her family was impoverished.

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Visions In Education Charter School’s Renewal Vote Unanimous

Dec 24, 2024 08:36AM ● By Visions In Education News Release

Visions In Education, a free public charter school serving more than 7,500 students throughout Northern California, is proud to announce that its charter renewal petition was unanimously approved by the San Juan Unified School District (SJUSD) Board of Education at their meeting on Dec. 17.

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Students Making the Grade in Citrus Heights and Carmichael

Nov 26, 2024 09:27AM ● By MPG Staff

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) graduated more than 3,200 students worldwide in the summer 2024 term. Local graduates included (11/4/24):

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Cell Phone Restrictions Increasingly Implemented in Sacramento Area Schools

Nov 19, 2024 11:49AM ● By Adam Abolfazli, Rio Americano High School

Spreading national, state-wide rules attempt to lessen classroom disruptions, improve student concentration

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Doctors Say Bacterial Pneumonia Increasing, Especially Among Children

Nov 05, 2024 10:56AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Cases of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma, also known as "walking pneumonia," have been on the rise this year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Steps Toward Becoming a Bully-Free County

Nov 05, 2024 10:42AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Health Services (DHS) recently recognized Bullying Prevention Month by increasing its outreach and engagement efforts, with an emphasis on reaching communities in high-need areas across the county.

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UC Davis Children's Hospital Named Among Best For 2024-2025

Nov 05, 2024 10:35AM ● By UC Davis News Release

UC Davis Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2024-2025 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

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Art Event Aids Jesuit High

Nov 05, 2024 10:09AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Jesuit High School’s art sale recently sold more than 80 canvases, sculptures and photographs. Garnering contributions from high-profile California artists, the event has been a Sacramento fundraising staple for more than a decade.

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California Takes Bold Step to Revolutionize Youth Sports with 25x25 Coaches Challenge

Oct 29, 2024 08:55AM ● By Collaborative Communications News Release

The California Governor’s Advisory Council on Physical Fitness and Mental Well-being is teaming up with the Susan Crown Exchange’s Million Coaches Challenge (MCC) to launch 25x25: The California Coaches Challenge.

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Kids Learn Safety in Park Class

Oct 29, 2024 08:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Thirty Carmichael children learned to protect themselves in their neighborhoods and schools during a free weekend clinic at Carmichael Park.

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Friends of the Library Hosts Semi-Annual Sale

Oct 16, 2024 09:55AM ● By Friends of the Carmichael Library News Release

Don’t miss the semi-annual book sale at the Carmichael Library on Friday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Feast of Nature at Effie Yeaw

Oct 16, 2024 09:52AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

From fish to bats, insects and even a fruit-loving monkey, the Effie Yeaw Nature Centre went batty, ape and bananas for its recent open day.

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Secretary of State Encourages Voter Participation During National Voter Education Week

Oct 09, 2024 02:47PM ● By Office of California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber News Release

In recognition of National Voter Education Week 2024, California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., urges all eligible Californians to become informed and active participants in the upcoming elections.

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Founder’s Harvest Festival Fun

Oct 08, 2024 04:21PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Hundreds of visitors enjoyed a fall-flavored anniversary in Carmichael Park last weekend. The Founder’s Harvest Festival marked Carmichael’s 115th birthday.

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Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Oct 08, 2024 11:46AM ● By Claire Gliddon, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids

Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long. Every September, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids picks as many of the lowest-income elementary schools they can and finds out how many kindergarteners they have.

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Stay Current on Vaccines This Fall

Oct 02, 2024 09:30AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is encouraging all Californians to get vaccinated this season to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory viruses.

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