Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras Health and Human Services Agency/Behavioral Health Services Division (CHHSA) and Calaveras County Office of Education (CCOE) have been awarded a competitive four-year, $2.5 million Mental Health Services Act grant to support student mental health in local elementary schools. “This project is the culmination of years of working together to build more […]
Sacramento, CA…The California Department of Public Health today released statewide interim guidance for institutions of higher education (IHE). The guidance is intended to help institutions and their communities plan and prepare to resume in-person instruction when appropriate based on local conditions. IHE must take steps to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission on campus and […]
Washington, DC…Memorandum for the Secretary of Education. Subject: Continued Student Loan Payment Relief During the COVID-19 Pandemic. By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section. 1. Policy. The 2019 novel coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2, the virus […]
Heslington, York, UK…Scientists have discovered a unique enzyme responsible for the pungent characteristic smell we call body odour or BO. Researchers from the University of York have previously shown that only a few bacteria in your armpit are the real culprits behind BO. Now the same team, in collaboration with Unilever scientists, has gone a […]
Sacramento, CA…The California Teachers Association reinforces its call for much-needed increased funding for schools and communities by eliminating corporate tax credits and adopting tax hikes on California’s wealthiest billionaires and millionaires. The COVID-19 pandemic crisis is deepening the impact of racial, health and economic injustices in every corner of the state. CTA calls on lawmakers […]
Angels Camp, CA…The plans for Calaveras County Schools and the fall reopening plans have been developed with technical assistance from Calaveras County Public Health. According to guidance from the California Department of Public Health on July 17, 2020, “ California public schools (traditional and charter), private schools (including nonpublic nonsectarian schools), school districts, and county […]
Sacramento, CA…The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) has determined, in collaboration with our 10 Sections, that education-based athletics for the 2020-2021 school year will begin with a modified season of sport schedule (see following pages for 2020-21 sports calendar). Our calendar reflects the season for each CIF sport and the last date for Section Championships and […]
Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement regarding the passing of Congressman John Lewis (D-GA): “We are a greater nation today because a young man in Alabama decided to devote his life to making “good trouble.” On the front lines of America’s struggle for justice, a young John Lewis literally shed some blood for the […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today announced his plan for learning and safe schools ahead of the 2020–2021 school year, as the California Department of Public Health issued a framework for when and how schools should reopen for in-person instruction. “Learning is non-negotiable,” said Governor Newsom. “The virus will be with us for a year or […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Unified is preparing and planning for an unconventional start to the school year that is set to begin on August 12th. Student, staff and campus densities and plans will be based on the COVID-19 guidelines from the state. Superintendent Mark Campbell held a video session to provide information as they know it […]
Murphys, CA…The Ebbetts Pass Youth Soccer League Board of Directors hopes everyone in the greater Ebbetts Pass community continues to remain safe and healthy as the magnitude of the coronavirus appears to be expanding both locally as well as nationally. The Board of Directors continues to monitor guidelines from federal, state and local health authorities […]
Angels Camp, CA…”The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Our goal is to provide a clean and safe environment for our staff and students. We are already working on an alternative site to continue to serve our families. Students are currently on summer break and no staff was on site at the time, […]
Oakland, CA…The University of California Board of Regents announced today (July 7) the appointment of Michael V. Drake, M.D., as the 21st president of UC’s world-renowned system of 10 campuses, five medical centers, three nationally affiliated labs, more than 280,000 students and 230,000 faculty and staff. Drake has a long and distinguished career in higher […]
Angels Camp, CA….We understand the value and importance of youth sports to our students, families, and the community. Many of you have been asking for youth sports to return. Currently, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has not issued guidance on this topic and has advised local public health departments that they did not […]
Angels Camp, CA…Register at Coppello Ballpark in Angels Camp 8am – 1pm Every Saturday thru August 22nd. First Practice on Monday August 24th. This event repeats weekly every Saturday until 08/22/2020
Angels Camp, CA…Register at Coppello Ballpark in Angels Camp 8am – 1pm Every Saturday thru August 22nd. First Practice on Monday August 24th. This event repeats weekly every Saturday until 08/22/2020
Angels Camp, CA…After 23 years providing preventive dental services and oral health education to children of Calaveras County, the Calaveras Children’s Dental Project is coming to an end. “For a variety of reasons, now is a good time to stop,” stated Laurie Perry, RDH, RDHAP Dental Hygienist who has managed the project since its inception […]
Angels Camp, CA…Register at Coppello Ballpark in Angels Camp 8am – 1pm Every Saturday thru August 22nd. First Practice on Monday August 24th. This event repeats weekly every Saturday until 08/22/2020
Angels Camp, CA…The Angels-Murphy Teachers of the Year Awards looked different this year. Without the “in person” recognition we decided to honor them by creating a video that can be shared. Here is the link to the video on our YouTube channel.
West Point, NY…Thank you, General, and hello cadets. On behalf of our entire nation, let me say congratulations to the incredible West Point Class of 2020. Congratulations. Everyone have a good time, enjoy yourselves, because we are here to celebrate your achievements, and great achievements they are. Let us also recognize your remarkable Superintendent, General […]
Tahoe City, CA…The clarity of Lake Tahoe has long been one of the most important indicators of the changing condition of this iconic water body. In 2019, Lake Tahoe’s clarity decreased nearly 8 feet from the previous year’s dramatic 10-foot improvement. The average annual value in 2019 was 62.7 feet. The lowest value was recorded […]
Angels Camp, CA…Register at Coppello Ballpark in Angels Camp 8am – 1pm Every Saturday thru August 22nd. First Practice on Monday August 24th.
Angels Camp, CA…The 2020 Bret Harte Union High School District Graduation Ceremony premiers this evening at 6pm.
Murphys, CA…One of probably saddest things looking back on the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic era will be the disruptions of our ritual, events and rites of passage such as parades, graduations & musical events. Last week however the 2020 Avery Middle School Graduation may end up being a highlight and a fond memory looking back. Ironstone […]
About 90% of the U.S. population has graduated high school, a dramatic improvement in educational attainment that began when compulsory education was adopted by every state a century ago. The latest numbers form the Census Dept show 88% of Blacks Have a High School Diploma, 26% a Bachelor’s Degree. The most striking social shift is […]
San Andreas, CA…Calaveras Community Foundation (CCF) awarded Career and Technical Training (C&TT) scholarships to a total of eleven high school students recently. Graduation, Awards Nights and so much more have been disrupted during this Covid-19 pandemic to say the least. Six Calaveras High School students, two Bret Harte High School students and three Mountain Oaks […]
Angels Camp, CA…Great news from AMA…”As of now we are going to have a Football/Cheer season! It will be shorter than normal and start about a month later than usual, BUT we are on track to play!!! (This is subject to change) We will be having sign ups on-site Saturday’s at Copello from 8-1. We […]
Angels Camp, CA…Great news from AMA…”As of now we are going to have a Football/Cheer season! It will be shorter than normal and start about a month later than usual, BUT we are on track to play!!! (This is subject to change) We will be having sign ups on-site Saturday’s at Copello from 8-1. We […]
San Andreas, CA…Mark Twain Hospital Foundation Volunteers announced their 2020 high school scholarship recipients this month. A total of five, $1000.00 scholarships were awarded to Calaveras and Bret Harte High Schools graduating seniors. More than 50 applications were received and the selection process takes into account grade point average, community service and the student’s interest […]
Angels Camp, CA…Teachers and school staff abruptly entered the world of virtual teaching this March. The Calaveras County Office of Education (CCOE) stepped up to give teachers and staff immediate help to navigate distance learning during the Stay at Home order. CCOE partnered with the San Joaquin County Office of Education to provide Google trainings, […]
