Connections Academy at Springs Vice Principal Caroline Ruffridge read her published children’s book “Amaline Can” to kick off Read Across America Week. Over 140 students participated. Other activities for the week included students from the upper grades reading stories to younger students.
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Springs’ Bear River Student Center held its second annual multicultural event, reported Site Facilitator Gabbie Brooks. The event celebrated “the rich diversity of our community” with cultural foods, student performances—including dancers and singers—and food trucks. Each classroom was assigned a specific art project to contribute to the event, “helping create a vibrant and engaging experience for all who attended.”
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Springs’ Pathfinder Student Center and Learning Labs hosted the Classical Community of Riverside Classical Expo to showcase student work over the course of the school year, reported Principal Shawn McManus. Participants enjoyed “engaging” presentations, student displays, and interactive activities. More than 100 attended.
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Clayton Niehaus, an 8th grade student at Springs’ Flabob Airport Preparatory Academy (FAPA), took first place in the 2026 Junior Bull Rider Championship.
Springs’ Temecula Student Center hosted its annual school Talent Show, reported Program Facilitator Melissa Targos. She said, “Each performance highlighted the creativity, confidence, and unique talents of our students. It was inspiring to see so many individuals share their gifts on stage.”
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Springs teacher Elizabeth Solt has been honored with a Crystal Apple Award recognizing her skill and dedication in serving her students, reported Vice Principal Nicole Collins. Elizabeth was nominated for the award by student Makayla Gunnell. Makayla is a Homeschool high school student who praised Elizabeth for her “unwavering support,” and added that she plays a key role in helping students map out their four-year high school plans and prepare for college and future careers.
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The Winter Guard RVA Royals have completed their first season, reported Anick Mejia, academy teacher and admin designee. The Winter Guard, Anick explained, is not a cheerleading team, but “a visual performance team that uses flags, movement, and choreography to interpret music. Unlike cheerleading, Winter Guard focuses on artistic expression and storytelling through movement and music.”
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