Three of the healthiest schools in America are right here in Fresno — in Central Unified School District to be exact. Three elementary schools in the district — Houghton Kearney, Steinbeck ,and Saroyan — made the "America's Healthiest Schools" list released last week. "We're very proud of our schools for making healthy...
Now It's Granda's Turn to Face a Challenger for Central Seat
Four years ago, Cesar Granda unseated incumbent Phil Rusconi from the Central Unified School District Board, saying it was a time for a change. It was an extremely tight race, with Granda prevailing by just 11 votes over Rusconi in a three-candidate field. Granda ran as part of the "Four Horsemen" slate, which...
Central Unified Will Build New High School Behind Football Stadium
After nearly two decades on the back burner, a new high school in Central Unified has a target date. The new high school is scheduled to open in three years, just in time for the 2021-22 school year. Cesar Granda, president of the Central Unified School District Board of Trustees, said...
Central Unified: Sutton Wants to Return, Parents Agree
Mark Sutton wants his job back. An active group of Central Unified School District stakeholders wants the former superintendent back as well. About 50 parents and other community members met at the LoMac Winery, west of Fresno, to discuss their next steps. Sutton made a cameo appearance to greet well-wishers. He...
Nunes Bristles at Probing Questions from ABC30 & The Bee
Congressman Devin Nunes (R-Tulare) granted interviews to a variety of local news outlets this week. He challenged the objectivity of two reporters when responding to their questions. On Wednesday, respected ABC 30 reporter Gene Haagenson caught up with Nunes at a fundraiser. Their exchange from Haagenson's story: HAAGENSON: "You have been...
Nunes Bristles at Probing Questions from ABC30 & The Bee
Congressman Devin Nunes (R-Tulare) granted interviews to a variety of local news outlets this week. He challenged the objectivity of two reporters when responding to their questions. On Wednesday, respected ABC 30 reporter Gene Haagenson caught up with Nunes at a fundraiser. Their exchange from Haagenson's story: HAAGENSON: "You have been...
Coats Bring Warmth and Smiles to Local Kids
Students attending Central Unified schools are better prepared for winter thanks to the support of Granville Homes. This week, the annual Coats for Kids program distributed jackets to more than 800 students across the district. Funding was provided by a $15,000 donation from Granville to the Foundation for Central Schools. "Many...
Coats Bring Warmth and Smiles to Local Kids
Students attending Central Unified schools are better prepared for winter thanks to the support of Granville Homes. This week, the annual Coats for Kids program distributed jackets to more than 800 students across the district. Funding was provided by a $15,000 donation from Granville to the Foundation for Central Schools. "Many...