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A Saddleback High School student won a new car yesterday because of his perfect attendance

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Jose Perez won a Chevy Sonic

Saddleback High School student Jose Perez was the lucky winner yesterday of the SAUSD’s perfect attendance car giveaway, which took place at Bruce Hamlin’s Guaranty Chevrolet, located at 711 East 17th Street in Santa Ana. Perez won a 2017 Chevy Sonic.

There were 733 eligible high school students in the contest during which five names were drawn. Then the five students each picked one of five cars that they believed might be the winning vehicle. The student whose key was able to start the car won that vehicle – and that turned out to be Perez. Continue reading→

Saddleback High School student’s artwork to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Education, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Linda Yanez

SADDLEBACK STUDENT’S ARTWORK TO BE DISPLAYED IN U.S. CAPITOL

Linda Yanez, a photography student at Saddleback High School, has won First Place in the Congressional Photography contest sponsored by Congressman Lou Correa representing the 46th Congressional District. The award ceremony was held May 20, 2017 at the Cal State Fullerton Grand Central exhibition space on Second Street in Santa Ana.

Linda is a 10th grade student who created the work, “Barrio Logan: Remembering the Fallen.” The photograph depicts the commemorative community mural in the Logan neighborhood. Linda and her parents will be honored at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C. at a ceremony on June 29, 2017 and the work will be hung in a gallery/corridor setting in the Capitol Building along with student artwork from other U.S. Congressional Districts. Congratulations Linda! Continue reading→

The 23rd Annual SAUSD Parent Conference is set for Oct. 1 at Saddleback H.S.

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Family, Santa Ana Leave a comment

PRESS RELEASE, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Deidra Powell Williams (714) 558-5555

Santa Ana Parents Exposed to Valuable Workshops and Resources to Help in Supporting Their Student’s Success at Annual Parent Conference

(September 26, 2016) – More than 1,000 Santa Ana Unified School District parents are expected to attend the 23rd Annual Parent Conference, which will focus on Preparing Global Ready Graduates, on Saturday, October 1, 2016, beginning at 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Saddleback High School, located at 2802 South Flower Street, Santa Ana. “We all have the same vision for our children – to learn and thrive in a safe environment so that they are successfully prepared to attend college and to work in their chosen career fields, so this conference is a great opportunity for us to connect with our parents and to provide them with valuable resources to support their children’s success,” said Stefanie Phillips, Ed. D., Superintendent of Santa Ana Unified School District. Continue reading→

Noble Franklin Race for Courage, Rock and Roll Street Fair & 5K run set for 5/14 at Saddleback H.S.

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Charities, Education, Santa Ana, SAUSD, Sports, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Noble Franklin Race for Courage and Rock and Roll Street Fair – May 14, 2016

Come join in the fun and rock out at Noble Franklin Race for Courage and Rock and Roll Street Fair and 5k race with live bands, great food, and games! 5k only registration fee: $10. 5k registration plus event t-shirt fee: $20. The event will be held at Saddleback High School, located at 2802 S. Flower St., in Santa Ana.

Register at Noble5k.org. Proceeds to benefit Saddleback High School’s student programs and scholarships. Continue reading→

Gangbanger with past felony convictions pleads guilty to causing a police pursuit in Santa Ana

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, Gangs, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Manuel Burciaga, a 42-year-old man sentenced last month to 31 years to life in prison for a gang-related fatal shooting in Santa Ana two decades ago pleaded guilty this Tuesday to triggering the police chase that led him to face justice for the 1993 murder, according to the O.C. Register.

Burciaga admitted to numerous felony charges including evading police, possession of a firearm by a felon, participating in gang activity and possession of a gun in a school zone. His sentence will also be enhanced as he also admitted to allegations of gang activities. he is set to be sentenced on Aug. 18. Continue reading→

Free SAUSD Marching Band Showcase set for Nov. 12

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Entertainment, music, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Come and hear the sounds of SAUSD’s High School Marching Bands on November 12, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. at the Santa Ana Public Schools Sports Complex.

This Marching Band Showcase is a free event! Come and support the students. The event will include marching bands from Century High School, Segerstrom High School, Saddleback High School, Santa Ana High School, Godinez High School and Valley High School. Continue reading→

Man shot in the leg near Saddleback High School

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, David Benavides, Santa Ana 1 Comment

A man was shot at several times today at round 3:05 pm, near the intersection of Central and Rosewood avenues, in Santa Ana. One of the bullets struck him in one of his legs, according to the SAPD, as reported by the O.C. Register.

Witnesses were not sure if the man who shot the victim was on foot or if he fled in a vehicle. Continue reading→

Saddleback High School student injured in a gang-related drive by shooting

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Art Pedroza Posted in Crime, David Benavides, Santa Ana, SAUSD 6 Comments

The latest gang-related drive-by shooting in Santa Ana targeted two Saddleback High School students who are known to be gang members. One boy was walking while another student was on a bicyle, as they traveled south on Baker Street, near West Alton Avenue on Wednesday afternoon. A vehicle pulled up at around 2:55 pm and several shots were fired, according to the O.C. Register.

The boy who was on foot was shot in the neck and shoulder. He was lucky – he escaped with non-life threatening injuries. No one else was injured. Continue reading→

Saddleback High School’s Spring Pops Concert set for tonight at 7 pm

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Charities, Education, Entertainment, Family, music, Santa Ana, SAUSD, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Saddleback High School Spring Pops Concert

Saddleback High School Spring Pops Concert is set for tonight, Wednesday, May 28th from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Saddleback High School Forum.

Come out and support Saddleback’s Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Beginning Band, and Jazz Band as they preform music from popular movies like Inception, James Bond- Sky Fall, Transformers, Indiana Jones, Jaws, Incredibles, Back to the Future, Jurassic Park, and more! Continue reading→

Santa Ana grads give back to the community by bike riding across America

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Bicycles, Charities, Education, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Santa Ana Grads Give Back to SAUSD Community by Riding Across America

HEALTHNUTS AND HANDLEBARS TEAM COMPETES IN TOUR DE CALIFORNIA RACE TRAINING FOR CROSS-COUNTRY TREK

Anthony Bui, his sister Aileen, and girlfriend Hannah Pham, otherwise known as Healthnuts and Handlebars, have been on a serious training regimen to prepare themselves for their upcoming three-month bicycle trek on the TransAmerica Trail from Oregon to Virginia.

Both Bui siblings are graduates of Saddleback High School, while Pham is a graduate of Fountain Valley High School. All three are college graduates who wanted to make the trip before attending professional post-graduate schools in healthcare fields. The Buis are headed to medical schools and Pham to pharmacy school. Continue reading→

Free household waste collection for Santa Ana residents

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Santa Ana, Waste Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana, Downtown Orange County

Community Alert: Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection for Santa Ana Residents

SANTA ANA, CA (March 5, 2014) – On Saturday, March 8, 2014, the City of Santa Ana is sponsoring a free Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event at Saddleback High School. Residents may transport up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of waste per visit. Proof of residency is required utilizing a California driver’s license, water bill, or utility bill. HHW materials are toxic. Please transport them carefully and refer to the attached graphic for a list of accepted items.

HHW Collection Event Info: Continue reading→

Free SAUSD Halftime Band Showcase set for 11/30 at Segerstrom H.S.

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Art Pedroza Posted in Arts and Culture, Education, Entertainment, music, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

SAUSD Halftime Band Showcase

The annual SAUSD marching band and pep band showcase is scheduled for Friday, November 30, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at Segerstrom High School, located at 2301 W. MacArthur Blvd., in Santa Ana.

This event features bands from Saddleback H.S., Santa Ana H.S., Valley H.S., Segerstrom H.S. and Godinez Fundamental H.S. Continue reading→

Loretta Sanchez offering free workshops on federal aid for college students

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Loretta Sanchez, Politics, Santa Ana, SAUSD, Youth Activities Leave a comment

This January, U.S. Representative Loretta Sanchez is offering a series of free workshops on federal aid for students.

Academic advisors will meet with parents and students to provide assistance in filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and will discuss scholarship opportunities.

A college degree is critical for young people entering the competitive job market, and its value is worth more today than it has ever been. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the various resources available to help you finance your education! Continue reading→

SAUSD announces completion of the largest solar project in Orange County

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Energy, Green, Santa Ana, SAUSD Leave a comment

Santa Ana Unified School District Announces Completion of the Largest Solar Project in Orange County

SANTA ANA, CA — October 27, 2010 — The Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) announces the completion of a solar and energy efficiency project at Saddleback High School. This is the largest solar project of its kind in all of Orange County. On Saturday, October 30 at 11:00 a.m., officials of the Santa Ana Unified School District will “Flip the Switch” on an 800 kilowatt rooftop solar energy system. This newly installed solar system will supply the high school with about 75 percent of its electrical needs.

The $5.8 million solar project will dramatically reduce the school’s carbon foot print, create jobs and provide the school district $3 million in energy cost savings over the next five years, according to Joe Dixon, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities. That would free up an estimated $600,000 a year that can be applied to the school district’s general fund.

“We are proud to produce a project with dual results: energy savings to the District and an opportunity to educate our students about the benefits of renewable energy and green technology,” said Dr. Audrey Yamagata-Noji, President of the SAUSD Board of Education.

The project also involved replacing the entire roof and air conditioning units with new energy efficient systems. Additional support for the solar project came from Chevron Energy Solutions that designed, engineered and constructed the solar and energy efficiency improvements. The total project cost was $12.5 million with funding from a variety of sources, including Federal stimulus funding, State Emergency Repair funds, and Measure G — a local general obligation bond approved in 2008 by nearly 69% of the voters.

In addition to the energy savings, the project will have an educational component. An informational kiosk at the school will provide students with informational updates and inform students about the advantages of renewable energy and the more than 1,000 tons of carbon that the clean energy system will eliminate each year from the environment.

The public is invited to help school district officials activate the pioneering solar system at Saddleback High School, 2802 South Flower Street in Santa Ana on October 30 at 11:00 a.m. An Environmental Expo will be held after the dedication. Free electronics recycling will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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My son James has joined the new Navy Junior ROTC program at Godinez High School!

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Art Pedroza Posted in Education, Federal Government, Military, Santa Ana, Youth Activities 5 Comments

My son James, who is 14 years old, just joined the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) at Godinez High School today! I am so proud of him!

Click here to see the SAUSD’s NJROTC page on their website.

The NJROTC’s mission is to instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment.

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