Valencia and Esperanza High Schools’ Unified Sports Basketball Game Promotes Inclusion and School Community

On February 25, Valencia High School hosted Esperanza High School for a Unified Sports basketball game during the lunch period. Special education students and general education partners from both schools participated in a friendly and spirited intramural contest. A large and enthusiastic crowd of students, staff, and community members from both campuses and across the District gathered to cheer and demonstrate their support.

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Venture Academy Adult Transition Choir Showcases Growth and Confidence at Concert of Love

On February 26, the Venture Academy Adult Transition Choir performed at the El Dorado High School Performing Arts Center, presenting an inspiring and motivational program that reflected students’ commitment, perseverance, and artistic growth.

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Tuffree Middle School Students Demonstrate Historical Inquiry and Critical Thinking Through National History Day Projects

On February 26, students enrolled in Tuffree Middle School Honors Social Studies courses, along with participants from the school’s newly established Dual Language Academy, completed their 22nd annual National History Day research projects. The 2025–26 theme, “Revolution, Reaction, Reform,” commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence.

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Golden Elementary Students Showcase Literacy and Teamwork at Fourth Annual Battle of the Books

On February 18, Golden Elementary School hosted its Fourth Annual Battle of the Books, a highly anticipated event that celebrated literacy, collaboration, and school pride. A total of 141 students participated, forming 26 teams of fourth- through sixth-grade students who competed in multiple rounds of academic competition. Each team demonstrated extensive preparation and perseverance as they responded to questions drawn from a collection of 20 books they had studied over several months.

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OCSCS Dual Language Academy Event Highlights Community, Culture, and Collaboration

On February 24, the Orange County School of Computer Sciences (OCSCS) hosted its inaugural Dual Language Academy (DLA) Lotería Night, La Lotería Más Toro, an evening designed to celebrate culture, creativity, and community engagement.

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Valencia and Esperanza High Schools’ Unified Sports Basketball Game Promotes Inclusion and School Community

Venture Academy Adult Transition Choir Showcases Growth and Confidence at Concert of Love

Tuffree Middle School Students Demonstrate Historical Inquiry and Critical Thinking Through National History Day Projects

Golden Elementary Students Showcase Literacy and Teamwork at Fourth Annual Battle of the Books

OCSCS Dual Language Academy Event Highlights Community, Culture, and Collaboration