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Forty-two Orange County middle and high schools just earned California's highest education award, representing over 10% of all state winners. The recognition celebrates campuses that excelled in student achievement while closing opportunity gaps for underserved students.
Saru Salvi wants to solve Orange County's achievement gap with a bold volunteer plan. Her vision: community-based "mini academies" where local businesses, teachers, and neighbors tutor students on weekends.
Eleven Orange County high school seniors have earned National Merit Scholarships worth thousands, heading to top universities across the country. These students beat out hundreds of thousands of competitors nationwide to join the ranks of America's top scholars.
Forty-two Collin County schools just earned spots on Texas's 2025 Honor Roll for helping every student succeed, regardless of their background. These schools are proving that with the right approach, all kids can thrive academically.
A middle school liaison who bridges language barriers and strengthens families just earned Howard County's top recognition for student achievement support. Two elementary and middle school colleagues joined her in celebration.
Eight schools in Kern County earned California's highest honor for public education, proving rural communities are closing achievement gaps and building powerful programs that help students thrive. From wood shop to drone technology, these schools are transforming what's possible for kids.
Firefighters in Orange County are learning to rescue horses using live animal training instead of plastic dummies. The program, sparked by a dramatic 2021 helicopter rescue, now prepares first responders for the most dangerous calls they face.
Three Orange County venues are proving that happy hour can help others, donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to local charities through creative cocktail programs. Every sip supports causes from food insecurity to wheelchair accessibility.
A national Harvard-Stanford study shows Newton County Schools is improving student achievement faster than similar districts across the country. The Georgia district's focused approach to teaching fundamentals is paying off after years of pandemic disruption.
Firefighters in Orange County are learning to read horse body language and calm panicked animals during emergencies. The unique training program started after crews realized plastic dummies couldn't prepare them for real rescues involving 1,000-pound animals.
Two cats trapped in a smoke-filled California apartment made it out alive thanks to quick-thinking Orange County firefighters who put their training into action. Body camera footage captured the dramatic rescue that highlights why every second counts in fire emergencies. #
A Mississippi school district just earned a special honor for preparing students from pre-K through graduation with real-world skills. Newton County School District's new designation opens doors for even more creative ways to serve students and their community.
When a toxic chemical tank threatened to explode in Orange County, forcing nearly 50,000 people from their homes, San Diego volunteers didn't hesitate to step up and help displaced families find safety and comfort. --- ##
The Orange County Fair isn't just cotton candy and carnival rides. A new economic study reveals the beloved summer tradition pumps $331 million into the local economy and sustains nearly 6,000 jobs.
More than 5,000 volunteers in Orange County, Florida, came together on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to pack over one million meals for families facing hunger. The massive effort will help feed thousands across Central Florida.
Military children move up to 10 times during their school years, facing constant upheaval. Four Dublin schools just became the first in their county to earn special recognition for supporting these resilient students.
Dr. Shawn Joseph, who spent nearly a year turning around Maryland's second-largest school system, just earned the top job permanently. His results speak volumes: teacher vacancies cut in half, a $150 million budget gap closed without layoffs, and new transparency tools for families.
Fifty-seven adults across LaPorte County just proved it's never too late to finish what you started. Twenty-nine walked across the stage in Michigan City to celebrate earning their high school diplomas, some decades after their classmates did.
Tate High School made history as the first traditional high school in Escambia County to earn Florida's top "A" rating. The achievement reflects years of dedication from teachers, students, and families working together toward excellence.
Twenty-three students walked across the stage this May at Georgia's Monroe County Achievement Center, a specialized school helping teens catch up on credits and succeed despite past challenges. The graduation marks another win for a program that's keeping the county's graduation rate strong. ##
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