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The El Dorado County Historical Museum holds a diverse collection that evokes the rich history of the El Dorado County.

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Parents Can’t Figure Out How California Schools Are Doing. Newsom’s Plan to Fix That Stalls

03/20/2025

In 2019, his first year in office, Gov. Gavin Newsom launched the Cradle-to-Career Data System, a new state entity that aims to track students’ progress from preschool through employment. The data system was supposed to release its first public dashboard last spring.

Schools in This California Town Won Acclaim for Their Pandemic Comeback. How They Did It

03/19/2025

Some of California’s most acclaimed schools right now aren’t in elite suburbs or wealthy urban enclaves. They’re in a small city in the San Joaquin Valley, an outpost on Highway 99 surrounded by almond trees and orange groves.

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Budgets, Bonds, and Parent Involvement: LTUSD’s 3rd State of the District

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – On Wednesday night, parents, teachers, students, and administration of Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) gathered at South Tahoe High School's Student Union to discuss how the district has been doing and what the direction …

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Robotics Team Takes Top Five in States, Hopes to Compete Internationally

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – GigaBite Robotics, a local community team, placed top five in the FIRST Tech Challenge Nevada State Championship last month. Now, the team is fundraising to make their way to the FIRST Premier Event, which will …

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Marcella Foundation Hosts BookMode Kindle Giveaway at Sierra House Elementary

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Marcella Foundation hosted its 3rd annual BookMode Kindle Giveaway Event at Sierra House Elementary School, where 70 brand-new Kindles were distributed to every 2nd-grade student. This event was part of the Marcella Foundation's ongoing …

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Applications Open for Sacramento Splash Youth Leadership Camp

Sacramento Splash's Youth Environmental Leadership Camp (YELC) is now accepting applications for its 2025 summer sessions, offering an immersive and educational experience for students entering the 6th or 7th grade this fall. This free program aims to connect young minds …

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City of South Lake Tahoe Announces 2025 Community Academy

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The City of South Lake Tahoe announced the launch of the 2025 Community Academy, a unique opportunity for residents to learn about the inner workings of their local government. The academy aims to foster a …

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Dignity Health Awards Over $1M in Community Grants to Area Non-Profits

Folsom Lake College among recipients with $100,000 grant awarded

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Tahoe Fund Opens Application for New Teen Giving Program

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – Tahoe is soon to have a new generation of philanthropic leaders thanks to the formation of the Teens for Tahoe Giving Circle. High school students with a passion for Lake Tahoe are encouraged to apply for …

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Tahoe Snowshoe Trek Takes the Classroom Outside

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Last week, more than 100 South Lake Tahoe eighth graders participated in a snowshoe field trip at the top of Heavenly Mountain Resort for a unique outdoor learning experience hosted by the South Tahoe Environmental …

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Tahoe Chamber Hosts Free Immigration Rights Webinar for Employers, Business Leaders

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Chamber invites local business owners, employers, and managers to a free virtual webinar on immigration rights designed to provide critical insights into workplace responsibilities, compliance, and best practices. The webinar will take place on …

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