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Students Support Meals on Wheels Through Feed the Beat

May 20, 2026 10:28AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Students at Christian Brothers High School demonstrated creativity, compassion and community spirit during the successful Feed the Beat fundraiser held April 18, raising support for Meals on Wheels Sacramento County and its mission to serve local seniors.

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Students, Chefs Create ‘Incredible Edibles’

May 20, 2026 10:13AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Brookfield School presented its 20th Annual Incredible Edibles Food Event on Monday, May 11.

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Art Fiesta Returns for 68th Year

May 20, 2026 09:54AM ● By Joe Wirt

The Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club will host its 68th Art Fiesta on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento.

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Local ‘Blue Star Museums’ Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Families

May 20, 2026 09:38AM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Eight Sacramento-area museums are participating in Blue Star Museums to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day on May 16 through Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026.

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Zoo Expansion Proposal Moves Forward

May 06, 2026 10:33AM ● By Idaly Valencia

On April 28, the Sacramento City Council approved an agreement with the Sacramento Zoological Society to explore a potential 5.8-acre expansion of the Sacramento Zoo in William Land Park.

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City Awards $1 Million in Grants to Support Local Entrepreneurs

May 06, 2026 09:50AM ● By Joe Wirt

Seventeen organizations were selected to receive a combined $1 million through the 2026 Sacramento Innovation Grant Program to support programs for local entrepreneurs.

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Bike Safety and Awareness Grant Applications Open

May 06, 2026 09:46AM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Coinciding with National Bike Month, the Sacramento Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for the annual Bike Safety and Awareness Grant are open now through Friday, May 29.

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Celebrating Resilience, Achievements of Asian American, Pacific Islander Community

May 06, 2026 09:44AM ● By The Friends of California Archives News Release

Since California’s statehood 175 years ago, members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community have left an indelible mark on California’s rich history, overcoming extreme prejudice and discrimination to flourish in all walks of California life.

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Beyond the Airshow

May 05, 2026 08:37AM ● By Khushi Salgia

With its choreographed planes shooting through the sky, leaving contrails that draw out shapes and letters, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) is a popular event that Sacramento residents look forward to each fall.

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SacRT Launches New Transit Patch Program for Girl Scouts and Scouts of America

Apr 27, 2026 05:39PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

Program co-created with local Girl Scout Troop to build transit riding confidence

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Eagle Presentation Inspires Sacramento Retired Teachers

Apr 22, 2026 11:12AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, photos by Stephen B. Clazie

California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) State Capital Division 5 President Christi Campo welcomed wildlife photographer Susan Maxwell Skinner to the division’s general spring meeting at Sierra 2.

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School Teacher–Leader Career Fair

2026 Education Career Fair Set for May 2

Apr 22, 2026 08:37AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

More Than Two Dozen Districts and Charters Participating

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Learning Conference

SCOE Hosts Fourth Annual Early Learning Conference

Apr 13, 2026 11:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

‘Belonging by Design, Powered by STEAM’

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Museum Honors Hall of Fame’s 19th Class

Apr 08, 2026 10:27AM ● By George H. Young, photos by George H. Young

Founded in 2006, the California Hall of Fame is the California Museum’s signature annual program. Every year, the governor and first partner select inductees to honor for outstanding achievement in the arts, business and labor, entertainment, food and wine, literature, music, public service, science and sports.

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CalKIDS Partners with CSAC, Connecting 100,000 Students to CalKIDS Scholarships

Mar 31, 2026 11:00AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As California students finalize financial aid applications and college plans this spring, more than 100,000 students have claimed over $50 million in CalKIDS Scholarships in the past six months.

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History Day Showcases Research and Creativity

SCOE History Day Showcases Research and Creativity

Mar 30, 2026 01:57PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Through performances, artistic displays, documentaries, podcasts and websites, 264 students brought history to life during Sacramento County History Day on March 7 at California State University, Sacramento.

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Film Grants Return to Boost Local Productions

Mar 24, 2026 04:58PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Sacramento filmmakers and production companies can now apply for grants that help offset production costs and support film and television projects shot in the city.

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Family Fun & Playfest Free Fair

Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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Community College Students Can Claim CalKIDS Scholarships

Mar 09, 2026 01:41PM ● By CalKIDS News Release

In a significant step toward strengthening college access and affordability, State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, announces that CalKIDS, the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO), and the California Cradle-to-Career Data System (C2C) have launched a coordinated initiative to help eligible community college students access their CalKIDS Scholarships.

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Citizen Academy

Applications Open for Sacramento District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Mar 09, 2026 11:06AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney's Office hosts the Citizen Academy in partnership with the Sacramento Police Department, Sacramento County Sheriff's Office and Sacramento County Probation Department.

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YMCA Youth & Government Conference

Sacramento County OES Supports Youth Leadership Conference

Mar 02, 2026 11:22AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Earlier this month, approximately 2,500 middle and high school students from across California gathered in Sacramento for the annual YMCA Youth & Government Conference.

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Book Festival Returns in April

Feb 23, 2026 03:55PM ● By Sacramento Book Festival News Release

The festival will feature over 200 local authors, selling books for people of all ages, performing readings, participating in panels and introducing themselves to Sacramento readers.

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20 Local Museums Participating in Free Museum Weekend

Feb 23, 2026 03:46PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Advance registration is required

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Improved Information Access With 2026 Website Debut

Feb 23, 2026 01:16PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Navigation Offers Direct Links to Key Programs and Resources

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Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks Community Input on County Superintendent Search

Feb 23, 2026 01:11PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The search for the next Sacramento County Superintendent is underway, and community members are invited to play an important role in the process.

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Students Urged to Claim CalKIDS Scholarships Before FAFSA Deadline

Feb 16, 2026 12:54PM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As the March 2 priority financial aid deadline approaches, Sacramento County high school seniors completing the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are encouraged to check whether they have a CalKIDS Scholarship that can help pay for college or career training.

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45 Years Marching for the Dream

Feb 11, 2026 09:39AM ● By MPG Staff

The 45th annual March for the Dream, hosted by MLK365, brought thousands of community members together on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 19, filling Sacramento streets with participants walking side by side in honor of Dr. King’s legacy of civil rights and action.

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Saluting the Royal Chicano Air Force

Feb 11, 2026 09:25AM ● By Royal Chicano Air Force News Release

Local Museums, Galleries Showcase RCAF Exhibitions

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Sacramento Educators Among Statewide Education Grant Recipients

Feb 09, 2026 04:01PM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, Education Foundation for California Schools News Release

The Education Foundation for California Schools, a nonprofit created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education, awarded 95 grants to teachers in California to support programs that inspire students

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SCOE Holds Ceremony for Fall Graduates

Feb 09, 2026 03:22PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Achievements Demonstrate "A Foundation No One Can Take Away"

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Connections Academy at Gateway Opens Enrollment

Feb 04, 2026 09:45AM ● By Connections Academy at Gateway News Release

Tuition free online charter school provides flexible, high quality learning for K–12 students

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Sacramento County Office of Education

SCOE Honors 50 Years of Access, Equity and Inclusion

Feb 03, 2026 12:19PM ● By Sacramento Couty Office of Education News Release

1975 IDEA Law Transformed Public Education for Millions of Children

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Give Back This New Year

Jan 07, 2026 03:59PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Volunteer Opportunities in Your Community

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UC Berkeley graduation

Sacramento Region Community Foundation Offers More Than 40 Scholarships

Dec 29, 2025 05:29PM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Nearly $1 Million in Scholarships are Awarded Annually

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A CalKIDS Laptop Giveaway winner smiles after receiving a new HP Chromebook

CalKIDS Expands Access to Education Resources

Dec 29, 2025 04:12PM ● By CalKIDS News Release

CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training, awarded laptops to eight families across Sacramento and California as part of a statewide initiative to expand access to essential learning tools and increase awareness of the CalKIDS Scholarship Accounts available.

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