Anonymous angel delivers winter coats to the homeless through her charity

Anonymous angel delivers winter coats to the homeless through her charity

By Greg Mellen As Southern California emerges from one of the rainiest and coldest Februaries on record, Peyton Hitzler takes
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California Budget Update: February 2024

California Budget Update: February 2024

Every January, the California Governor announces their budget proposal for the next fiscal year, which begins on July 1. When
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Nominations open for CUSD Classified Employee of the Year

Nominations open for CUSD Classified Employee of the Year

  Nominations are open for the 2024 CUSD Classified Employee of the Year awards. Your nomination not only celebrates a
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Six CUSD middle schools named California Distinguished Schools

Six CUSD middle schools named California Distinguished Schools

Six Capistrano Unified middle schools earned the distinction of California Distinguished Schools, announced by State Superintendent Tony Thurmond. The six
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Middle-schoolers learn about wide array of potential future career paths

Middle-schoolers learn about wide array of potential future career paths

By Greg Mellen Administrators unveiled their new and improved Career Day at Ladera Ranch Middle School recently. In addition to
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Aliso Niguel student giving a voice to youth in education

Aliso Niguel student giving a voice to youth in education

By Greg Mellen Aliso Niguel High’s Katherine Verrando will have a chance to advocate for fellow students at the highest
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Early Childhood Center reimagined to house all CUSD’s early childhood programs in one location

Early Childhood Center reimagined to house all CUSD’s early childhood programs in one location

By Greg Mellen In 1971, the State Board of Education authorized funds to open an experimental preschool for handicapped children
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Numbers add up for Don Juan Avila Middle School Teacher of Year

Numbers add up for Don Juan Avila Middle School Teacher of Year

By Greg Mellen Students were excited when administrators broke in on teacher Casey Campbell’s second period pre-algebra class to announce
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Elementary Teacher of the Year does more than teach TK, she empowers dual immersion learners

Elementary Teacher of the Year does more than teach TK, she empowers dual immersion learners

By Greg Mellen While in college, Norma Hernandez wasn’t sure what her future held career wise. She majored in psychology,
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CUSD Counselor Spotlight: Alexandra Vargas

CUSD Counselor Spotlight: Alexandra Vargas

In celebration of National School Counseling Week, CUSD Insider is showcasing profiles of the fantastic counselors we have throughout the
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