Pass Area Culinary Students Cook Up A County 1st Place Championship

The pressure was on. The clock was ticking. Ingredients were waiting. And Beaumont High School’s student chefs were ready to bring the heat.

40 Earn High School Diplomas Earned In 2026 Through IE Library Program

These Career Online High School graduates crossed the stage at the annual commencement ceremony at the Fontana Lewis Library and Technology.

Backpacks For Banning Kids: School District Event Brings Full Smiles, Hearts & School Supplies

Banning school kids in need had a leg up this year, with the district's annual backpack drive.

Back To School: 2026-27 Beaumont Unified School District Calendar

Get ready for that first day of school in August, as parents are mere weeks away from navigating school crosswalks to senior parking lots!

Back To School: 2026-27 Banning Unified School District Calendar

Get ready for that first day of school in August, as parents are mere weeks away from navigating school crosswalks to senior parking lots!

From Cooking To Engineering, Beaumont Students Gain Life Skills Amid Summer Programs

The labs ranged from hands-on lessons in engineering, culinary arts, video production, health care, performing arts, and law enforcement.

Beaumont Mentor Celebrated For Three Decades Of Service To Students

From a brand partner: From classrooms to athletic fields, Martin DuSold has helped shape generations of young people.

Beaumont High Students Earn Simultaneous Diplomas, College Degrees

These Beaumont High School Middle College students bot graduated and earned one or more associate degrees from Mt. San Jacinto College.

Banning USD Board Appoints New Trustee After Area 2 Vacancy

Sharon “Liz” Huerta Brewster was sworn in after public interviews with four qualified candidates, district officials said.

Beaumont Grads Look To The Future: Congrats Class Of 2026

750 students threw their caps in the air on the momentous evening. See the video, here.

190 Students Graduate From Beaumont Alternative High Schools

The students turned their tassels on Election Night, several earning Associate's Degrees along with their diplomas.

IE Student Wins National Spelling Bee In Speed Round Spell-Off

Rapid-fire spelling is what the contest came down to in 2026. See what this Inland Empire 14-year-old spelled in 90 seconds to win the Bee.

Free Breakfast, Lunch For Pass Area Kids During Summer Months: What To Know

The Banning and Beaumont Unified School Districts are providing free lunches for all who need one.

Last Banning USD Saturday Academy For 2025/26 Planned For This Weekend

Each session offers hands-on activities, including STEM, robotics, sports, AVID, and Dual Language Immersion.

Banning Student Athlete Celebrated For Hard Work On And Off The Field

From a brand partner: Nawish earns praise from his family for his dedication, personality and standout athletic achievements.

10 Banning, Beaumont 2026 Grads Get High Honors In Riverside County

They were recognized for their extraordinary accomplishments during their 13 years as students in Riverside County’s public schools.

Local Professionals Come Together To Inspire Beaumont Youth

Brookside Elementary students met 20 professionals at a career day aimed at real-world learning connections.

Banning 9th Grader Balances Straight As, Varsity Baseball And Hands-On Work

From a brand partner: Michael is a dedicated student known for his strong work ethic, both in the classroom and beyond.

Beaumont Unified Speller Places High In Riverside County Spelling Bee

This Riverside County 7th grader from Beaumont made the top 5 spellers in 2026.

Students From Banning, Beaumont Competing In Riverside County Spelling Bee

The students are among 29 from Riverside County public, charter, and private schools who are competing in the 48th annual county contest.

Project By Banning USD Students Advances In National History Day Competition

A project about Jackie Robinson by Hemmerling Elementary School students Janely Diaz, Brooklyn Key, and Aliana Kocina is advancing.

Beaumont Campus Named To 'California Distinguished Schools Program'

The program remains one of the state’s most important ways to celebrate exceptional schools, districts, teachers, and classified employees.

Nearly 1,000 Attend Literacy Night In Banning

Students, families & community organizations gathered at Hoffer Elementary School for Banning Unified School District’s Lit-A-Palooza night.

RivCo Mock Trial Winners Announced, Team Heads To State Competition

This year's contest challenged participants to win a fictitious case of "People v. Fromholz," an alleged retribution murder trial.

RivCo 8th Grader Learns English On Youtube, Wins District Spelling Bee

See what words this 8th grader spelled correctly to secure his spot in the next round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee pathway.

RivCo High School Students Walk Out In Peaceful ICE Protest: 'My Test Got Moved So I Could Make History'

Beaumont High School students exercised their right to peaceful protest amid light rain on Wednesday, carrying signs, banners, and balloons.

'Centenarians Class' Celebrates First 100 Days Of School In Riverside County

The 100th Day of school brought out all the hair-roller, handbag toting, suspender-wearing fun at this Riverside County Elementary School.

Last Chance For SoCal Edison Scholarship Applications: Pass Area Seniors With STEM Goals

The Edison International $1.5 million scholarship program selects students pursuing careers in science, tech and math. Here's how to apply.

RivCo Courtrooms To Host 44th Annual RivCo Mock Trial: 'Death Of A Celebrity Chef'

This year's fictional case will be tried in the opening rounds of competition across three Riverside County courtrooms.

Beaumont High School To Represent Pass Area In County's 2026 Academic Decathlon

Students will display critical thinking, public speaking, writing skills, and an understanding of history.

Why More Than 150 Beaumont Students Chose To Spend Their Winter Break At School

The Beaumont USD students attended the free Scholars on Vacation program while regular classes were closed for winter break.

'I Grew Up In These Classrooms' Banning Educator Lauded For Her Work At Nicolet Middle School

“I grew up in these classrooms and have the privilege of teaching in the District that raised me" the Nicolet Middle School teacher says.

IE School Board Removes Book, Places Restrictions On Another: Report

A former Redlands school board candidate, said the books, which are about trauma, described: “the dirtiest things in the dirtiest language.”

Banning USD Middle School Named Distinguished 'School To Watch' In 2026

Committee members say this Banning USD middle school is one to model other schools after. See why in the story.

Emergency Radios Purchased By Beaumont USD Through $350K+ Grant

The new communications system connects all District campuses, ranging from Calimesa, Banning, and Beaumont, in the event of a crisis.

Banning Residents Take Measure M, Measure O Bond Oversight Committee Positions: Banning USD

The committee plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and the responsible management of voter-approved bond funds.

Banning USD Students Show 'Notable Academic Growth' In Assessment Test Results

Banning students achieved notable academic growth, particularly in mathematics and science where the District outpaced the county and state.

SoCal Edison Scholars Open For Banning, Beaumont Seniors With STEM Goals

The Edison International $1.5 million scholarship program selects students pursuing careers in science, tech and math. Here's how to apply.

These Are Banning, Beaumont USD's Top Elementary Schools, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

Take a look at the Riverside County public elementary schools making the grade, and where they rank in the state and district.

Morongo Elementary School Breaks Ground For Tribal Youth

The Morongo School first opened in July 2010 with 23 students in grades K-6. The school has tripled in size.