*Rialto Record 10/26/23

Page 1

W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD

Vol 22, NO. 07

October 26, 2023

R U S D ' s D i a d e l o s M u e r t o s C e l e b r a t i o n R e t u r n s N o v. 2 n d

iecn.com

CAPSBC Hosts Gala Dedicated to Highlighting Social Work Throughout San Bernardino County Pg. 3

PHOTO RUSD Dancers from Rialto High School were among the highlights at the Rialto Unified School District's Dia de los Muertos celebration in 2022. The annual, highly anticipated community event returns on November 2. Families can enjoy the joyous celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. that day at the Cesar Chavez/Dolores Huerta Center for Education, located at 324 N. Palm Ave.

I

By IECN Staff

Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. Celebrates Another Successful College and Career Day Pg. 4

Inland Regional H OW TO Oct. R E A28 CHFall US Center's Festival InlandHighlights Empir e Community s Support for Newspaper Those with Of f ice: (909) 381 -9898 Intellectual Disabilities Editorial: iecn1 @mac.com and More Adver tising: sales@iecn .co m

t's that time of the year when the Rialto Unified School District, in a vibrant burst of color and tradition, comes together to honor loved ones, celebrate life, and share the rich tapestry of cultural heritage. The much-awaited District’s Dia de los Muertos celebration is

back on November 2, and it's set to be even more spectacular this year.

The RUSD community is ready to celebrate this cherished tradition from 5 to 8 p.m. on November 2. The Cesar Chavez/Dolores Huerta Center for Education, located at 324 N. Palm Ave. in Rialto, will once again be the stage for this joyous and heartwarming celebration.

RUSD, cont. on next pg.

Two RU S D E m p lo ye e s S hi ne A mo n g ' W h o' s W h o ' Honorees by Rialto Democratic Club

T

By IECN Staff

PHOTO RUSD

Among the 14 honorees were two Rialto Unified School District employees: Leonard Alarcon (pictured center alongside Rialto Democratic Club Vice President Mirna Ruiz and President Dr. Kelly Erving), a Special Education Teacher at Myers Elementary School in the RUSD, and Ricardo Carlos (not pictured).

Legals : Pg.m8 iecnlegals@ho tmail.co

H OW TO R E A C H U S

Inland Empir e Community Newspaper s Office: (909) 381-9898 Editor ial: iecn1@mac .com Adver tising: iecn1@mac .c om Legals : iecnle gals@gmail.com

Held annually since 2019, the event has been a resounding success, attended by large crowds each year who marvel at the ofrendas (altars), enjoy dancing, listen to calaveritas (poem readings), and admire the catrinas (painted faces) and more. Savory food will be available for purchase and this year’s celebration will also

PHOTO RUSD

Ricardo Carlos pictured center alongside Rialto Democratic Club Vice President Mirna Ruiz and President Dr. Kelly Erving.

he 'Who's Who Awards' by the Rialto Democratic Club recently honored two dedicated educators from the Rialto Unified School District (RUSD) who stood out for their exceptional dedication and service among its 14 honorees at the 2023 edition of the annual awards ceremony.

On a night that celebrated community excellence, the Rialto Democratic Club bestowed recognition upon 14 notable recipients, including both individuals and groups, for their remarkable contributions to the City of Rialto. Among the 14 honorees, Leonard Alarcon, a Special Education Teacher at Myers Elementary School in the RUSD, earned the 2023 Excellence in Education Award. Additionally, Ricardo Carlos, the District's Multi-Media Marketing Innovator, was honored with the 2023 Rialto Superstar Award. The awards ceremony, held on

October 12, gathered a large crowd of community leaders, educators, and public servants to celebrate those who have made a significant impact on the city. The event featured keynote speaker Hilda Solis, the First District Los Angeles County Supervisor, who delivered an inspiring speech titled "Where We Stand." Solis, who boasts a distinguished career at various levels of government, including serving in President Barack Obama's cabinet as the United States Secretary of Labor, shared her insights on the state of the community and the path forward.

This prestigious event showcased the incredible dedication and service of these awardees, and the community came together to celebrate their extraordinary achievements. The Rialto Democratic Club's "Who's Who Awards" ceremony reaffirmed the importance of community engagement, leadership, and collaboration in shaping the future of Rialto. Dem Club, cont. on next pg.


Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.