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Leading the Charge: Lancer Stories

Sep 08, 2026 02:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

New schoolwide message reflects pride, belonging and change

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Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District
The Energy to Do Great Things

Sep 01, 2026 10:06AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

Superintendent Column

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Youth volunteers
Empowering Rancho’s Youth

Aug 31, 2026 04:58PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Youth-led workshop gave area students hands-on access to community resources

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County Superintendent Seeks Viable SCUSD Fiscal Recovery Plan

Aug 31, 2026 04:13PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Letters outline immediate cash needs path to long-term fiscal stability

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Two Sacramento County Teachers of the Year Announced

Aug 25, 2026 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Educators from Dudley Elementary and Galt High Advance to State Level

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Cordova Villa Elementary School broke ground Aug. 18 on a modernization project
Cordova Villa Breaks Ground on New Chapter

Aug 24, 2026 04:14PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Measure R-funded modernization will reshape Rancho Cordova elementary campus

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School and community leaders gathered Tuesday, Aug. 18, to break ground on renovations coming to Cordova High School
Building the Next Generation of Lancers

Aug 24, 2026 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

45,000-square-foot building will reshape student services and learning

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Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship
Meet the 2026 Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship Recipient

Aug 24, 2026 01:00PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

On Saturday Aug. 15, Republic FC and Wilton Rancheria recognized the Indigenous Future Scholars winner Gianna Azbill during Native American Heritage Night.

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The Most Important Team Your Kid Will Join This Year

Aug 17, 2026 06:07PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

There is a moment coming. It will happen in thousands of homes over the next few weeks.

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Sacramento Superior Court Judges Accept Statewide Outreach Challenge to Connect with Students

Aug 17, 2026 12:59PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento County teachers who are interested in bringing civics to their K-12 classrooms this school year are invited to connect with the Sacramento Superior Court.

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School Year
New School Year Sees SCOE Focused on Literacy, Student Success

Aug 17, 2026 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Training Focuses Staff on Culture and Collective Responsibility

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SCOE Chief Administrator, Human Resources
Will Pope Named SCOE Chief Administrator, Human Resources

Aug 17, 2026 12:26PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Experienced Human Resources and School-Site Administrator Joins SCOE

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Home is More Than a House: How One Family Changed Lives Through Foster Care

Aug 11, 2026 11:14AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

What is home? For many of us, we will say an address or point to a neighborhood on a map.

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Lancers Charge into a New School Year

Aug 10, 2026 01:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Cordova High welcomes students back for 2026-27

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Empower Rancho Workshop to Connect Local Youth with Resources

Aug 10, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Young people from across the Sacramento area will have an opportunity to explore career paths, learn practical skills and connect with community resources during the free Empower Rancho Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Hagan Community Center.

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Destination Aviation Takes Flight

Aug 10, 2026 12:37PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

California Capital Airshow connects local students with aviation professionals, hands-on experiences and career opportunities

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CARE Program Teacher Lisa Saenz Named SCOE Teacher of the Year
CARE Program Teacher Lisa Saenz Named SCOE Teacher of the Year

Aug 10, 2026 10:58AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Teachers play a vital role in helping students learn, grow and thrive. Through expertise, creativity, resilience and compassion, they create safe and inclusive learning environments where students feel connected, valued and empowered to succeed.

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Students Take the Stage

Aug 04, 2026 10:43AM ● By MPG Staff

Nearly 200 FCUSD students conclude VAPA Camp with performances of ‘Madagascar’

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A Summer of Preparation and Progress

Aug 04, 2026 10:34AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

Summer is an exciting time in FCUSD. While our students and many staff members enjoy a well-deserved break, our district team is hard at work putting the final pieces in place for another successful school year.

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high school students
Preparing Students for the AI Future

Aug 04, 2026 09:59AM ● By Bhaskar Vempati, Founder and President Suvidha International Foundation

Suvidha International Foundation, a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, successfully completed a 12-week After-School Industrial AI Agent Development Program for 25 high school students at Cordova High School.

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A Barn Built for the Future

Aug 04, 2026 09:51AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Soil Born Farms New Animal Barn expands agricultural opportunities

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Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools Statement Regarding Sacramento City Unified School District

Aug 03, 2026 09:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Today, Fiscal Advisor Luz Cázares appointed by the Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools to support the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) has acted to rescind the SCUSD Board’s action on July 30 to approve an agreement between SCUSD and the Sacramento City Teachers Association (SCTA).

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kindergarteners graduate
Incoming Kindergarteners Graduate from United Way’s Kindercamp

Jul 27, 2026 03:29PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Twenty-two incoming kindergarteners have graduated from United Way’s Rancho Cordova KinderCamp, which helps prepare children for kindergarten who have not experienced preschool.

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Sacramento County Board of Education selected its officers
Board Elects 2026-27 Officers, Welcomes New Trustees

Jul 27, 2026 12:27PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Newly Elected Trustees, Re-Elected Incumbent to Serve Four-Year Terms

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Free cake and ice cream served by volunteers at California Admission Day
Community Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day

Jul 21, 2026 03:46PM ● By California State Capitol Volunteer Association News Release

Visitors to the California State Capitol in downtown Sacramento on California Admission Day, Wednesday, Sept. 9, are in for a special treat.

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Erin Clancey welcomed as New Executive Director at the California Museum
California Museum Welcomes Erin Clancey as New Executive Director

Jul 21, 2026 03:26PM ● By The California Museum News Release

The California Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Clancey as the Museum’s new executive director.

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Elk Grove Unified School District officially marked the opening of the newest elementary campus
Ready for Takeoff

Jul 20, 2026 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova welcomes Cypress Grove Elementary and its first class of Jets

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Students Recieve Scholarship by SARTA to Attend Summer Theatre Camp

Jul 14, 2026 02:01PM ● By SARTA News Press Release

SARTA has distributed $1,200 in Youth Education Scholarship (YES) funds to six students to attend Summer Theatre Camps.

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Secondary Summer School graduation
Congratulations, Graduates!

Jul 07, 2026 12:42PM ● By Folsom Cordova Unified School District News Release

FCUSD Celebrates Secondary Summer School

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Students Honored with Scholarships from SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union

Jul 06, 2026 03:37PM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has awarded $207,750 in college scholarships to 245 students, including six from Sacramento County, through its 2026 Member Education Award scholarship program.

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County Superintendent of Schools
County Board Appoints Jacqueline White as Next County Superintendent of Schools

Jul 06, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Longtime educational leader selected following planned retirement of Superintendent David Gordon

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school superintendent
Building Toward Our Schools’ Future Together, and at the Right Time

Jun 30, 2026 12:19PM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

To our Folsom Cordova families, neighbors and partners in education: I want to share some news from our Board of Trustees, and to do it the way we try to do everything in this District, together with you.

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Valley Broadcast Legends Scholarship Opportunity

Jun 22, 2026 01:48PM ● By Valley Broadcast Legends News Release

The Valley Broadcast Legends (VBL), an organization comprised primarily of retired broadcasters, photographers and engineers, is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in digital media.

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RydeFreeRT Cards
RydeFreeRT Cards for 2026-27 School Year Now Available

Jun 15, 2026 01:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) announced June 9 that new RydeFreeRT cards, valid June 1, through June 30, 2027, are now available for students and youth across the Sacramento region.

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College students
Applications Open for Rancho Cordova College Promise Program

Jun 08, 2026 03:19PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova residents who are planning to attend Folsom Lake College may be eligible for financial assistance through the Rancho Cordova College Promise program, which is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic year.

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