State Superintendent Torlakson, Assemblymember Brown Visit Arroyo Valley High School by Ashley Jones - City News Group, Inc.

Community Calendar

◄ JANUARY ►
S M T W T F S
28 29 30 31 01 02 03
04 05 06 07 08 09 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
View Events
Submit Events

State Superintendent Torlakson, Assemblymember Brown Visit Arroyo Valley High School

By Ashley Jones , Community Writer
August 20, 2015 at 11:35am. Views: 14

Assemblymember Cheryl R. Brown (D-San Bernardino) recently hosted a visit by State Superintendent Tom Torlakson to announce that Arroyo Valley High School (AVHS) in San Bernardino was selected as one of nine California schools to pilot a pre-apprenticeship project that prepares students to work in the construction trades. The MC3 program, which stands for Multi-Craft Core Curriculum, is part of the San Bernardino City Unified School District’s (SBCUSD) efforts to ensure that all students are college-prepared and workforce-ready by graduation. “I’m so glad that State Superintendent Tom Torlakson was able to join me in recognizing AVHS for this impressive achievement,” said Assemblymember Brown. “The MC3 program will provide a unique opportunity for students to acquire new skills and broaden their knowledge base. I wish my husband Hardy could have been here because he fought so hard as a member of the San Bernardino School Board to establish AVHS on the west side of San Bernardino.” During last week’s meeting, Superintendent Torlakson declared that he was fully committed to doing all that he could to ensure that students in California have the tools they need to succeed in life, whether they attend a traditional four-year university or vocational school. Superintendent Torlakson also spoke directly to local school district leaders including San Bernardino County Superintendent Ted Alejandre, SBCUSD Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden, SBCUSD Board President Mike Gallo, SBCUSD Board Member Dr. Barbara Flores, the Honorable Wilmer Amina Carter (ret.), San Bernardino County Board Members Hardy Brown II and Allen Ritchie, as well as San Bernardino Community College District Trustee, Joseph Williams. Following a brief program, Assemblymember Brown, Superintendent Torlakson and others toured various Linked Learning and Career Technical Education classrooms to observe teachers and their students.

Related Articles

Athlete of the Week – Kenneth Jaquez
Photo Courtesy of: TME Photography by Titan Mom Elvira

By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer & Photographer

March 28, 2024 at 06:10am. Views: 298

GTHS Athlete of the Week Kenneth Jaquez on January 16, 2024 at the GTHS Varsity Boys soccer game against Rim of the World High School.

2026 Riverside County Educators of the Year!
Photo Courtesy of: Riverside County Office of Education

By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 212

Site Support Employee of the Year Casey Rogers and Dr Edwin Gomez

GT Modern Dentistry Brings the Smiles
Photo Courtesy of: Elysia Fernandez

By Stella Pierce , Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:34pm. Views: 517

GT, modern dentistry team and Doctor join Mayor Bill Hussey , Jeff Allan councilman ,Doug Wilson, councilman Matt Brown councilman Matthew Hernandez chamber chair, Jason greeley chamber chair Michelle Sabino Mayor pro tem

MLK Day
Photo Courtesy of: City of Moreno Valley

By Ulises Cabrera, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 02:06pm. Views: 261

MLK’s legacy is a living reminder that progress takes intention, courage, and compassion. 
Photo: Stone statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. standing with arms crossed, carved into a large granite block at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, against a clear blue sky.

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Kenneth Jaquez
Photo Courtesy of: TME Photography by Titan Mom Elvira

By Titan Mom Elvira, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 8

GTHS Athlete of the Week: Kenneth Jaquez

Relief for Storm-Impacted Property Owners
Photo Courtesy of: San Bernardino County

By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 318

A residence shows visible damage from flooding, mud and debris following severe winter storms that began Dec. 23, which brought heavy rain and debris flows to mountain and high desert communities across San Bernardino County. This week, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved recovery-related fee waivers to help eligible property owners repair and rebuild as response and long-term recovery efforts continue.

Woman-Led Manufacturer Thrives With Workforce Support
Photo Courtesy of: San Bernardino County

By William Cortez, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 229

Kathy Bodor, president of Plastics Plus Technology at the 2025 Spirit of Entrepreneur Awards Gala.

MoVal Adds to the City’s Growing List of World-Class Employers
Photo Courtesy of: test

By William Cortez, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 216

test

Colton Woman’s Club Presented Community Impact Award
Photo Courtesy of: Dr. Luis S. Gonzalez

By Nick Zupkofska, Community Writer

January 20, 2026 at 12:33pm. Views: 223

Congratulations to Delma Lesdesma, President of Colton Woman's Club (CWC)! Standing next to her, from left to right, are Council Member, Dr. G, and CWC Board Members, Andrea Garcia and Norma Gonzalez. Check out why Delma is smiling brightly for her well-deserved award!

Pet of the Week: Franki
Photo Courtesy of: City of Moreno Valley

By William Cortez, Community Writer

January 14, 2026 at 03:00pm. Views: 613

Franki, a male, two-year-old, brown and blue brindled American Bulldog mix.
Add this loveable sweety to yourt family!

Dignity Health Spreads Holiday Cheer with Inspiring Acts of Service and Donations to Those in Need

Photo Courtesy of: Dignity Health

By Ruby Stephenson, Community Writer

January 14, 2026 at 03:00pm. Views: 427

Dignity Health, a member of CommonSpirit Health, proudly continued its enduring tradition of community service and healing by extending support to thousands of families across California with essential provisions and heartfelt gifts for the holidays

Remembering
Photo Courtesy of: Catherine Scwab

By Ariel Schwab Morris, Community Writer

January 14, 2026 at 03:00pm. Views: 744

Thomas Joseph Schwab, a respected public servant whose leadership helped shape the City of Grand Terrace.

--> -->