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Meeting the School Board

Jul 14, 2026 12:04PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

At the July 7 school board meeting, the Twin Rivers Unified School District Board of Trustees elected officers for the 2026-2027 school year: President Christine Jefferson; Vice President Sascha Vogt; and Clerk Michael Baker.

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School’s Out, Construction’s In

Jul 07, 2026 11:00AM ● By MPG Staff

While students, teachers and staff enjoy their summer break, several schools across the Twin Rivers Unified School District are undergoing summer renovations.

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Students Honored with Scholarships from SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union

Jul 06, 2026 03:37PM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has awarded $207,750 in college scholarships to 245 students, including six from Sacramento County, through its 2026 Member Education Award scholarship program.

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County Board Appoints Jacqueline White as Next County Superintendent of Schools

Jul 06, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Longtime educational leader selected following planned retirement of Superintendent David Gordon

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Twin Rivers Unified Appoints New Superintendent

Jun 30, 2026 09:38AM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

The Twin Rivers Unified School District Board of Trustees approved the appointment and employment contract of Dr. Tu Moua Carroz as the district’s next superintendent.

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Celebrating Student Accomplishments

Jun 23, 2026 09:53AM ● By MPG Staff

At its June 16 board meeting, the Twin Rivers Unified School District celebrated students for a variety of accomplishments including statewide honors and championship-winning projects.

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Valley Broadcast Legends Scholarship Opportunity

Jun 22, 2026 01:48PM ● By Valley Broadcast Legends News Release

The Valley Broadcast Legends (VBL), an organization comprised primarily of retired broadcasters, photographers and engineers, is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in digital media.

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RydeFreeRT Cards for 2026-27 School Year Now Available

Jun 15, 2026 01:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) announced June 9 that new RydeFreeRT cards, valid June 1, through June 30, 2027, are now available for students and youth across the Sacramento region.

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Twin Rivers Unified Celebrates Graduates

Jun 09, 2026 09:17AM ● By MPG Staff

Graduation season is underway at Twin Rivers Unified School District. Ceremonies were held across the district in late May and early June to celebrate Class of 2026 graduates from CCCA High School, Pacific High School, Highlands High School, Vista Nueva High School, Grant Union High School, Keema High School, Rio Linda High School, Foothill High School and Twin Rivers Adult School.

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Twin Rivers Unified Celebrates Record Number of Dual Enrollment Graduates

Jun 02, 2026 10:15AM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

his graduation season, 28 Twin Rivers Unified seniors will walk across the stage not only with their high school diplomas, but also with associate degrees from American River College (ARC) earned through the district’s Dual Enrollment program.

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Metal Supermarkets Expands Trade School Scholarship Program

Jun 01, 2026 12:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Awards $20,000 to Eight Students

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Nearly Half of High School Students Eligible for CalKIDS Scholarships

May 27, 2026 08:42AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As high school seniors across Sacramento County make college and career decisions ahead of graduation, CalKIDS is encouraging students and families to check whether scholarship funds have already been set aside in their names.

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Valedictorians and Salutatorians Honored

May 12, 2026 10:46AM ● By MPG Staff

At the May 5 school board meeting, Twin Rivers Unified School District honored student achievement with the celebration of the 2025–26 valedictorians and salutatorians across the district.

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Gold Medal Olympian Encourages Child Literacy

May 12, 2026 10:43AM ● By Khushi Salgia

Kristi Yamaguchi Visits Hazel Strauch Elementary

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Beyond the Airshow

May 05, 2026 08:37AM ● By Khushi Salgia

With its choreographed planes shooting through the sky, leaving contrails that draw out shapes and letters, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) is a popular event that Sacramento residents look forward to each fall.

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TR Foundation Scholarships Awarded

May 04, 2026 04:32PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

The We Are TR Foundation awarded scholarships to 12 Twin Rivers seniors at this year’s State of the District event held April 17.

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SacRT Launches New Transit Patch Program for Girl Scouts and Scouts of America

Apr 27, 2026 05:39PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

Program co-created with local Girl Scout Troop to build transit riding confidence

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2026 Education Career Fair Set for May 2

Apr 22, 2026 08:37AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

More Than Two Dozen Districts and Charters Participating

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Nature Center Marks 50 Years

Apr 21, 2026 11:26AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Effie Yeaw lived on Palm Drive, Carmichael. She kept a pet raccoon and taught Sunday school at her Presbyterian church.

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SCOE Hosts Fourth Annual Early Learning Conference

Apr 13, 2026 11:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

‘Belonging by Design, Powered by STEAM’

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Resume Contest for Teens Now Open

Mar 31, 2026 11:05AM ● By MPG Staff

Is your resume college or job application ready? Prove it! The Rio Linda Elverta Chamber of Commerce has opened its 2026 resume competition for high school students aged 14 to 19.

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CalKIDS Partners with CSAC, Connecting 100,000 Students to CalKIDS Scholarships

Mar 31, 2026 11:00AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As California students finalize financial aid applications and college plans this spring, more than 100,000 students have claimed over $50 million in CalKIDS Scholarships in the past six months.

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Grant Union High Named California Exemplary Dual Enrollment School

Mar 31, 2026 10:57AM ● By MPG Staff

Twin Rivers Unified’s Grant Union High School has been selected as a 2026 California Exemplary Dual Enrollment School – making it the only school in Sacramento County to earn this distinction.

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SCOE History Day Showcases Research and Creativity

Mar 30, 2026 01:57PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Through performances, artistic displays, documentaries, podcasts and websites, 264 students brought history to life during Sacramento County History Day on March 7 at California State University, Sacramento.

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TRUSD and Teachers’ Union Reach Tentative Agreement

Mar 24, 2026 10:29AM ● By MPG Staff

Twin Rivers Unified School District announced March 23 that they have reached a tentative agreement with Twin Rivers United Educators (TRUE).

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Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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Where Things Stand with TRUSD

Mar 17, 2026 10:58AM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

The ongoing labor situation has created uncertainty and disruption for many students and families. Many of you are arranging last-minute childcare, adjusting work schedules and answering difficult questions from your children about why their teachers aren’t at school.

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Community College Students Can Claim CalKIDS Scholarships

Mar 09, 2026 01:41PM ● By CalKIDS News Release

In a significant step toward strengthening college access and affordability, State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, announces that CalKIDS, the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO), and the California Cradle-to-Career Data System (C2C) have launched a coordinated initiative to help eligible community college students access their CalKIDS Scholarships.

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Applications Open for Sacramento District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Mar 09, 2026 11:06AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney's Office hosts the Citizen Academy in partnership with the Sacramento Police Department, Sacramento County Sheriff's Office and Sacramento County Probation Department.

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Sacramento County OES Supports Youth Leadership Conference

Mar 02, 2026 11:22AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Earlier this month, approximately 2,500 middle and high school students from across California gathered in Sacramento for the annual YMCA Youth & Government Conference.

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Twin Rivers Unified School District Superintendent

Twin Rivers Superintendent to Step Down

Feb 24, 2026 11:54AM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

Twin Rivers Unified School District announced Feb. 19 that Superintendent Dr. Steve Martinez will step down from his role effective Oct. 31, 2026, concluding more than thirteen years of leadership defined by historic academic gains, fiscal recovery and expanded opportunities for students across the district.

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Book Festival Returns in April

Feb 23, 2026 03:55PM ● By Sacramento Book Festival News Release

The festival will feature over 200 local authors, selling books for people of all ages, performing readings, participating in panels and introducing themselves to Sacramento readers.

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