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Dolly Parton
Hello, Dolly – Let’s Do It!

Sep 28, 2026 11:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 1200 teenage girls last week flocked to the Aerospace Museum of California’s annual 'We Can Do It Together' open days.

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Celebrating Early Literacy, Family Support and Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Sep 28, 2026 10:09AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Just one year after launching in August 2025, the Sacramento County Imagination Library has reached a remarkable milestone: Nearly 10,000 children from birth to age five are now enrolled and receiving free, high-quality books each month.

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scholarships
Meet the Inaugural Next Gen STEM Scholarship Winner

Sep 28, 2026 10:04AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

During the Sept. 12 Back to School Night match, Republic FC teamed up with The PG&E Corporation Foundation to recognize the first-ever Next Gen STEM Scholarship recipient.

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Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks to Fill Vacancy

Sep 21, 2026 10:38AM ● By Sacramento County Board of Education News Release

Applications for Trustee Area 6 Vacancy due Oct. 6

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Registration opens for 2D art class
Art, Art and Away!

Sep 14, 2026 05:30PM ● By MPG Staff

The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Park District is inviting young artists to let their creativity take flight.

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Twin Rivers Unified School District logo
40 Twin Rivers Schools Earn Statewide Recognition

Sep 08, 2026 12:17PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

Forty Twin Rivers Unified schools will be recognized at the 11th Annual California PBIS Conference for their work in creating positive, supportive learning environments for students.

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Twin Rivers Unified trustees pose with Superintendent, Board President representing Assemblyman Josh Hoover
Highlands Stadium Gets a Refresh

Sep 01, 2026 11:21AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Highlands High School is the latest campus in Twin Rivers Unified School District to complete improvements to its football stadium.

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County Superintendent Seeks Viable SCUSD Fiscal Recovery Plan

Aug 31, 2026 04:13PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Letters outline immediate cash needs path to long-term fiscal stability

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Sacramento County Office of Education group photo
Two Sacramento County Teachers of the Year Announced

Aug 25, 2026 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Educators from Dudley Elementary and Galt High Advance to State Level

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Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship
Meet the 2026 Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship Recipient

Aug 24, 2026 01:00PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

On Saturday Aug. 15, Republic FC and Wilton Rancheria recognized the Indigenous Future Scholars winner Gianna Azbill during Native American Heritage Night.

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Twin Rivers Unified School District reminds drivers to slow down
Back-to-School Traffic Safety

Aug 17, 2026 05:53PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

As Twin Rivers Unified students headed back to school on Tuesday, Aug. 18, the district is reminding drivers to slow down, watch for buses and help keep our students safe.

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Grant Union High School ribbon-cutting ceremony for new football field
Grant Union Unveils New Stadium

Aug 17, 2026 05:33PM ● By Abbey Wicks

On Friday, Aug. 14, just days prior to the start of the new school year, Grant Union High School’s football stadium turf and track replacement project was unveiled to student-athletes, district staff and city leaders including Mayor of Sacramento Kevin McCarty and District 2 Council Member Roger Dickinson.

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Sacramento Superior Court Judges Accept Statewide Outreach Challenge to Connect with Students

Aug 17, 2026 12:59PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento County teachers who are interested in bringing civics to their K-12 classrooms this school year are invited to connect with the Sacramento Superior Court.

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School Year
New School Year Sees SCOE Focused on Literacy, Student Success

Aug 17, 2026 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Training Focuses Staff on Culture and Collective Responsibility

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SCOE Chief Administrator, Human Resources
Will Pope Named SCOE Chief Administrator, Human Resources

Aug 17, 2026 12:26PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Experienced Human Resources and School-Site Administrator Joins SCOE

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Home is More Than a House: How One Family Changed Lives Through Foster Care

Aug 11, 2026 11:14AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

What is home? For many of us, we will say an address or point to a neighborhood on a map.

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Twin Rivers Unified School District officers at National Night Out
National Night Out Brings Community Together

Aug 11, 2026 10:20AM ● By MPG Staff

The 43rd annual National Night Out brought residents, community organizations and law enforcement together for a night of valuable connection on Tuesday, Aug. 4.

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panelists
Destination Aviation Takes Flight

Aug 10, 2026 12:37PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

California Capital Airshow connects local students with aviation professionals, hands-on experiences and career opportunities

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CARE Program Teacher Lisa Saenz Named SCOE Teacher of the Year
CARE Program Teacher Lisa Saenz Named SCOE Teacher of the Year

Aug 10, 2026 10:58AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Teachers play a vital role in helping students learn, grow and thrive. Through expertise, creativity, resilience and compassion, they create safe and inclusive learning environments where students feel connected, valued and empowered to succeed.

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Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools Statement Regarding Sacramento City Unified School District

Aug 03, 2026 09:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Today, Fiscal Advisor Luz Cázares appointed by the Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools to support the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) has acted to rescind the SCUSD Board’s action on July 30 to approve an agreement between SCUSD and the Sacramento City Teachers Association (SCTA).

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Sacramento County Board of Education selected its officers
Board Elects 2026-27 Officers, Welcomes New Trustees

Jul 27, 2026 12:27PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Newly Elected Trustees, Re-Elected Incumbent to Serve Four-Year Terms

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San Juan High Shool Building B
San Juan High Begins Science Classroom Modernization

Jul 21, 2026 04:43PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Work crews have begun demolishing classrooms in the science wing at San Juan High School as part of a $15 million modernization project.

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Free cake and ice cream served by volunteers at California Admission Day
Community Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day

Jul 21, 2026 03:46PM ● By California State Capitol Volunteer Association News Release

Visitors to the California State Capitol in downtown Sacramento on California Admission Day, Wednesday, Sept. 9, are in for a special treat.

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Twin Rivers Unified School District logo
Twin Rivers Unified Earns National Procurement Awards

Jul 21, 2026 03:34PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

One of only four California school districts recognized

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Erin Clancey welcomed as New Executive Director at the California Museum
California Museum Welcomes Erin Clancey as New Executive Director

Jul 21, 2026 03:26PM ● By The California Museum News Release

The California Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Clancey as the Museum’s new executive director.

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School kids walking with backpacks
Konnected Clothing Hosts 11th Annual Backpack Event

Jul 21, 2026 03:18PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Back to school in style

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Students Recieve Scholarship by SARTA to Attend Summer Theatre Camp

Jul 14, 2026 02:01PM ● By SARTA News Press Release

SARTA has distributed $1,200 in Youth Education Scholarship (YES) funds to six students to attend Summer Theatre Camps.

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Meeting the New 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 Superintendent of Schools
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
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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