Springs’ Temecula Student Center Cross Country team has been “diligently” training throughout the summer under the leadership of Coach Jordan Wilkie, reported Melissa Targos, program facilitator. Open to all students from grades 6 through 12, “the team exemplifies commitment and perseverance. Participation in Cross Country not only enhances physical fitness but also cultivates self-discipline, fosters a strong sense of community, and promotes a positive mindset.”
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Springs’ facilities department is working on phase one of the expansion of Palm Academy’s Indio campus which will include a soccer field and mini-baseball diamond, reported Haroon Abdul-Mubaarik, principal. In addition to soccer and baseball, the areas will be used for outdoor games and activities.
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The Santa Ana Student Center is launching a “groundbreaking” career exploration program for middle school students, reported Principal Priscilla Moreno-Doorbar, which will introduce students to careers through “hands-on, real-world learning.”
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Springs’ Corona Student Center is modifying its Mosaic program to offer three days in the classroom and two days of home study to emphasize “parent collaboration with the teacher to ensure a quality education for the child,” reported E.J. Whitehead, principal.
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Springs’ Otay Ranch Academy for the Arts (ORAA) held an arts festival and ribbon cutting for its new site, reported Principal Brynne Dukes. They day showcased student visual arts and drumming, she said, and families also enjoyed karaoke, games, an opportunity raffle, and tours of the site.
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Journey teacher Scott White will discuss “Hiroshima and the Birth of the Perilous Present: How the Atomic Bombing Set the Stakes for Modern Global Threats” at the Pacific Coast Branch of the American Historical Association (PCB-AHA) on July 31. Scott has been working on his Master’s degree in history and will discuss the purpose and outcome of his research.
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Students at Springs’ Cherry Valley Student Center participated in the Cherry Festival Parade in Beaumont, reported Principal Tammy Slaten. The theme of the day was “Sweet Traditions, Strong Community”; schools, businesses and civic organizations participated.
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Springs’ Magnolia Student Center has new turf, reported Principal Jessica Carlton. It will improve recess and lunchtime, she believes, and provide a more positive experience for family events and sports activities. She said, “We look forward to having the kids back to enjoy it.”
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Cayden Jacques, a 4th-grade student with Connections Academy at Springs, is an accomplished young actor. The 10-year-old began acting five years ago. Some of his recent acting jobs include a role on Surprise & Seek on Amazon Kids, Abbott Elementary on ABC, and the recent Mother’s Day and Father’s Day campaigns for Nordstrom Rack.
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Lucas Galvez was the first-place winner in Springs’ Virtual Village inaugural virtual science fair. Students designed science projects that were aligned with science standards and employed the inquiry-based scientific method. Projects were math-focused, integrating concepts such as data analysis, measurement, and statistical reasoning to strengthen their skills for standardized math tests.
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