🍊Your Riverside Weekend- June 13, 2026
Your Riverside Weekend- June 13, 2026 Happy Saturday, Riverside! We hope your week treated you well. Before you head into
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Riverside Unified Expands Career Training Programs with $5.5 Million State Grant
The district will use the five-year Golden State Pathways Program award to strengthen health care, construction, computer science and other career pathways at local high schools.
MLK High School Pushes Back on Statewide Cell Phone Ban Trend
As California districts rush to restrict phones, Riverside students, teachers and administrators question whether the benefits outweigh the costs.
Nine Riverside Students Receive First Tom Hunt Memorial Scholarships
The $9,000 in awards will help Career and Technical Education students pursue skilled trades and technical careers.
RUSD Board Member Warned Against Judging Religious Sincerity; Social Media Claims Otherwise
Dr. Hernandez Alexander raised concerns about evaluating faith; posts mischaracterize her comments as advocating for such scrutiny.
Court of Appeal Affirms RUSD's Authority to Spend Measure O Funds on New Schools
Unanimous ruling ends two-year legal battle as district moves forward with contested construction projects
School Board Approves $24.5 Million Office Purchase Amid Transparency Concerns
District commits to Iowa Avenue buildings despite questions about process; partnership details remain unclear.
New Eastside Elementary School Breaks Ground on Promises Kept to Community
Ofelia Valdez-Yeager Eastside Elementary School represents decades of community advocacy, funded through Measure O bonds.
Casa Blanca Elementary Opens as District's First Purpose-Built STEM School
New campus restores neighborhood anchor lost during 1965 desegregation, featuring labs with 3D printers and robotics.
'Dr. J' Shares Back-to-School Health Tips for Local Families
Kaiser's pediatrics chief emphasizes sleep schedules, vaccinations and mental wellness as students return to classrooms.
Mission Inn Foundation Partners with School District to Engage ELL Students in Local History
Program connects non-English speaking students to Riverside's heritage through hands-on curriculum.
MLK Graduate Joseph Or Takes Leadership Philosophy to Yale
From founding debate club to pioneering climate education research, the incoming Yale freshman has spent four years creating opportunities and driving change.
'Queen of Science Fair' Michele Hampton Retires After 18 Years at King High
Beloved AP Chemistry teacher known for 99% pass rate and mentoring award-winning student researchers.