W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD
Vol 22, NO. 06
October 19, 2023
RU S D L a un c he s US C Fam il y L it e ra cy Pr og ra m with Successful Results
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By IECN Staff
midst a wave of excitement for literacy and life-long learning, the Rialto Unified School District recently celebrated the start of the USC Family Literacy Program, with hundreds of RUSD families inside the Eisenhower High School Performing Arts Center for the Back to School Celebration.
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The participants included RUSD families, students, staff, and community leaders who all gathered at the renovated flagship high school on October 14. The event marked the beginning of what promises to be an enriching journey toward literacy excellence for all participants.
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According to RUSD Superintendent Dr. Cuauhtémoc Avila, the District, in partnership with USC, introduced the program earlier this year after several years of offering the USC Reading and Literacy Added Authorization for teachers. The District’s RUSD, cont. on next pg.
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upervisor Joe Baca, Jr. is excited to announce the official approval of a $2.7 million allocation for significant upgrades to the baseball fields at Eisenhower High School and Rialto High School within the Rialto Unified School District.
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“This is more than just an upgrade. It’s a commitment to our students, ensuring they have access to facilities that are safe, modern, and inclusive,” stated Supervisor Baca, Jr., who has been a vocal advocate for this transformative investment.
The funding approval marks a milestone in the continuous efforts to support and invest in the educational and extracurricular environment for students in the Fifth District. This allocation is about enhancing the aesthetic and functional aspects of the baseball fields but is a crucial step towards ensuring that the facilities meet ADA requirements.
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The upgraded baseball fields are located at Rialto High School and Eisenhower High School.
Eisenhower High School is set to receive $1.5 million of the approved funds. This allocation will introduce a state-of-the-art Musco Lighting System, new bleachers for enhanced seating, revamped dugouts, and a
heightened backstop for an improved viewer experience during games.
Similarly, Rialto High School will be allocated $1.2 million for essential upgrades. In addition to receiving a Musco Lighting System, the school will use the funds to make vital updates to their path of travel, ensuring it is compliant with ADA guidelines and accessible to all.
Supervisor Baca, Jr. extends his congratulations to both Eisenhower High School and Rialto High School on this funding approval. “Investing in our schools is investing in our future. These upgrades will not only provide a safer and more inclusive environment for our students but will also serve as a beacon of community engagement and pride,” added Supervisor Baca, Jr. The Office of Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. remains committed to actively supporting initiatives that contribute to the betterment and enrichment of the educational landscape in the county. Supervisor Baca, Jr. looks forward to seeing the positive impacts that these upgrades will undoubtedly bring to the students and the larger community in Rialto.