🍊 Monday Gazette: June 15, 2025
Monday Gazette: June 15, 2025 Hello Riverside, and Happy Monday! I shared with you at the end of April that
Education
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'Queen of Science Fair' Michelle Hampton Retires After 17 Years at King High
Beloved AP Chemistry teacher known for 99% pass rate and mentoring award-winning student researchers.
Riverside Teen Stars in New Documentary About Homeschooling
Tilly Paasch and her sisters share their experience being filmed for "Homeschooled," now streaming nationwide.
UCR and San Bernardino Launch Tuition-Free Residency to Tackle Teacher Shortage
The one-year program offers full tuition, a $32,000 stipend, mentorship, and a guaranteed job—training diverse educators to meet urgent staffing needs in local schools.
Riverside Names New School After Education Champion Ofelia Valdez-Yeager
Former school board member honored alongside historic Eastside neighborhood; campus set to open in 2027.
New Casa Blanca Elementary Nears Completion for Fall Opening
Historic name returns for Riverside’s first purpose-built STEAM campus.
Hidden Gem in Riverside Makes STEM Accessible to Youth
Innovation center offers affordable technology programs while turning screen-obsessed kids into creators.
RUSD Board Appoints Six to New Leadership Roles
Changes include staffing for district's newest school, the yet-to-be-named Eastside Elementary, opening fall 2025.
Diocese Plans to Close Historic Riverside Catholic School
Parents mobilize to save 107-year-old St. Francis de Sales amid financial challenges, declining enrollment.
Martin Luther King High School COSMOS Students Advance to State Science Fair
Award-winning microbiology project aims to combat water contamination as team heads to California competition.
Renee Hill, Trailblazing Superintendent, Announces Retirement from Riverside Unified School District
First person of color to lead district leaves legacy of equity and excellence after 28-year career
Riverside Arts Magnet and Municipal Airport Partner to Give Gallery Space to Students
The otherwise empty space will showcase local student talent in rotating student curated exhibitions.
The Boys of Riverside Chosen as Best of 2024
The story of the CSDR football team is rooted in Riverside’s long-standing Deaf Community.