Monthly Archives: September 2024

Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation establishes $400K scholarship to support Solano County students – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Thomas Gase

The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation on Friday announced the launch of the Momhi Scholarship Fund, created to provide financial support to students from the City of Vallejo pursuing higher education.

Momhi — which means “share” in the Patwin language — will contribute a total of $400,000 in scholarship funds to Touro University California, Cal State University Maritime Academy and Solano Community College.

“The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation has deep roots in this region, which encompasses our ancestral homeland. We share a mission and vision with these educational institutions to uplift our community,” said Anthony Roberts, Chairman of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Tribal Council. “The Momhi Scholarship Fund, established earlier this year represents an invaluable opportunity for us to partner with Touro University California, Cal State University Maritime Academy and Solano Community College to help outstanding local students, who may not have the financial means to achieve their dreams.”

Source: Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation establishes $400K scholarship to support Solano County students – The Vacaville Reporter

Travis Unified leaders may OK ending special taxes within district – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

Travis Unified School District governing board members may vote to approve the end of special taxes and facilities districts if a proposed $65 million bond measure passes on Election Day.

A vote on a resolution to do so is on the trustees’ agenda when they meet Tuesday in Fairfield.

Should Measure R pass on Nov. 5, the governing board will direct district staff to prepare an agenda item to permanently stop the collection of special taxes within the district’s two so-called “community facility districts.”

Source: Travis Unified leaders may OK ending special taxes within district – The Vacaville Reporter

VCUSD pays the last of its $60 million receivership loan – Times Herald Online

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By Matthew Brown

Vallejo City Unified School District has paid off its state receivership loan of $60 million as it looks to end two decades of financial turmoil, the district previously announced last week before holding a press conference Thursday.

According to VCUSD Superintendent Rubén Aurelio, the district had “no choice” but to take out the massive loan from the state, which came with years of financial oversight, budget cuts, constraints and fiscal oversight. Factoring in interest, the district had to pay back $68 million total over 20 years.

Source: Vallejo City Unified School District pays the last of its $60 million receivership loan – Times Herald Online

FSUSD launching Parent Leadership Training Institute | dailyrepublic.com

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A kickoff event for the 2024 Parent Leadership Training Institute of Solano is set for Sept. 21.

“The Parent Leadership Training Institute is more than just a program, it’s an opportunity to be the voice your community needs. Participants will gain invaluable tools to create positive change and drive meaningful impact within Solano County. Whether you’re passionate about advocating for your child’s education, improving local policies, or fostering community engagement, PLTI provides the platform to make a real difference,” the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District said in a statement.

Source: FSUSD launching Parent Leadership Training Institute | News | dailyrepublic.com

A crucial skill: SCOE to offer ‘STOP THE BLEED’ training sessions – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

It could be a shooting at a shopping mall. Or a serious vehicle collision. Or someone slipping off a stool and cutting their head at home.

Are you prepared to help the victim or victims and stop the bleeding until paramedics arrive?

The Bay Area Urban Areas Security Initiative has provided funding to offer free “STOP THE BLEED” trainings to the public and organizations in Solano and Napa counties.

The hands-on trainings provide essential skills to help participants recognize and respond to life-threatening bleeding emergencies, a crucial skill that can save lives before professional help arrives, said Jennifer Leonard, a spokeswoman for the Solano County Office of Education, where three sessions will be held in the coming days.

Source: A crucial skill: SCOE to offer ‘STOP THE BLEED’ training sessions – The Vacaville Reporter

SPI Applauds Groundbreaking Nutrition Legislation – Year 2024 (CA Dept of Education)

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State Superintendent Tony Thurmond today celebrated a significant milestone in California’s commitment to student health and safety with the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 2316 (Gabriel) External link opens in new window or tab. by the California State Legislature.

Co-sponsored by Superintendent Thurmond, this legislation, effective December 31, 2027, will prohibit public schools from offering, selling, or otherwise providing food and beverages containing six potentially harmful substances. The bill now heads to the Governor’s desk to be signed into law.

Once the bill is signed, California public schools would be required to eliminate food and drinks that contain Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6.These substances, often used as food dyes and additives, have raised health concerns and are being removed from school environments to safeguard students’ well-being.

Source: SPI Applauds Groundbreaking Nutrition Legislation – Year 2024 (CA Dept of Education)

Dixon Unified School District Secures Temporary Power Solution | Independent Voice

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The Dixon Unified School District (DUSD) is excited to announce that Anderson Elementary students will be able to return home to Anderson Elementary this fall. DUSD has secured a power panel from the San Juan Unified School District (SJUSD), enabling Anderson Elementary School to receive temporary power until its new electrical panel is delivered. This critical development allows DUSD to plan for the return of Anderson Elementary students to their campus from their temporary locations at Tremont Elementary and Gretchen Higgins Elementary.

Source: Dixon Unified School District Secures Temporary Power Solution | Independent Voice

Rotary Club Welcomes New Administrators and Teachers | Independent Voice

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On Aug. 2, the Dixon Rotary Club welcomed the new school administrators and teachers from the Dixon Unified School District, including Dixon Montessori Charter School and Maine Prairie School. Fifty-dollar Wal-Mart gift cards were presented to the 30-plus new teachers to start their new classrooms and approximately 10 new administrators were presented boxes of candy. About 70 people attended the luncheon at Dixon High School, hosted by Dixon Rotary, catered by Food and Familia, 171 West A St.

Source: Rotary Club Welcomes New Administrators and Teachers | Independent Voice

Office of Education to Host Annual Early Childhood Education Conference | Independent Voice

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Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) will host the 2024 Quality Counts Solano Early Childhood Education (ECE) Conference on Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Solano Community College, 4000 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield, beginning at 7:30 a.m. This year, conference organizers invite teachers to join in an educator wellness event, including a full day of workshops from professionals skilled in early childhood education.

The Quality Counts Solano Early Childhood Education Conference has been an annual event in Solano County for over 30 years hosted at Solano College every September and welcomes the attendance of all educators supporting children from birth to age eight years.

Source: Office of Education to Host Annual Early Childhood Education Conference | Independent Voice

Sole candidate for Vallejo school board seat may be ineligible – Vallejo Sun

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By Zach Haber

The sole candidate who registered to run for a Vallejo school board seat to represent North Vallejo in November may be ineligible for the position as he said he lives outside of the area.

Dean Hodges is slated to serve as the next representative of Trustee Area 2, as he was the only person who registered to run. He would replace Trustee Christy Gardner, who declined to seek reelection.

Source: Sole candidate for Vallejo school board seat may be ineligible

VCUSD announces formation of  7-11 Committee – Times Herald Online

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By Thomas Gase

In response to a strong decline in student enrollment, the Vallejo City Unified School District has formed a 7-11 committee to evaluate potential school closures and consolidations.

The district says it is part of an effort to ensure long-term financial stability and deliver high-quality education to all students.

Since the 2018-19 school year, the district has experienced a 21 percent decrease in student enrollment. Among the reasons cited are rising housing costs, smaller family sizes and increased educational options. These changes have left the district with more school sites than students, necessitating a the review of how to best use its facilities.

Source: VCUSD announces formation of  7-11 Committee – Times Herald Online