Gabriel Hart

MUSD Principals Discuss Protocols and Response for social media threats

October 14, 2022

Morongo Unified School District High School Principals were the guests on last weeks Z1077 Up Close Show, and they discussed their protocols for social media threats. Assignment reporter Gabriel Hart brings us highlights from that conversation. On last week’s “Up Close Show,” Gary Daigneault spoke with MUSD principals Justin Monical of Yucca Valley High School and Mike Ruggiero of 29 Palm High School, regarding September’s flare-up of on-campus violence. On the subject of deducing validity of…

Morongo Fire Prevention Day this Saturday (Oct. 15)

by Gabriel Hart

October 13, 2022

The Morongo Valley Fire Department will be hosting Fire Prevention Day in Covington Park this Saturday (October 15th). The Morongo Valley Fire Department will be hosting a Fire Prevention Day this Saturday in Covington Park from 10am-2pm. This is a free, family friendly event. Learn about fire truck equipment, who to call for help, “stop, drop, and roll,” and meet Sparky the Dog. And speaking of dogs, they’ll be free hot dogs provided for all attendees. For questions, please contact Fire…

YV and 29P Principals discuss MUSD’s Closed-Door Policy, safety and security for high schools

by Gabriel Hart

October 12, 2022

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON ON THE UP CLOSE SHOW FRIDAY

On last week’s “Up Close Show,” Gary Daigneault spoke with MUSD principals Justin Monical of Yucca Valley High School and Mike Ruggiero of 29 Palm High School, regarding September’s flare-up of on-campus violence. On the subject of campus safety, Monical responded to a caller’s concern regarding MUSD’s Closed Door Policy. “The Morongo Unified School District issued that order just a couple weeks ago to improve safety and security on our school campuses, so school doors are to remain closed and…

Morongo Unified School District Meeting Recap

by Gabriel Hart

October 12, 2022

At last night’s MUSD Board meeting at Joshua Tree Elementary, Assistant Superintendent Amy Woods gave a slide presentation on MUSD’s ELD Program, then answered various inquiries regarding ELD student reclassification. Program Specialist Eric Smith followed with his own presentation on proactive and inclusive Learning Centers being introduced to MUSD. All Action Items were approved by Trustees, including resolution to certify all MUSD students be provided with standard-aligned textbooks, approval…

MUSD Board of Trustees Hold Regular Meeting Tonight at Joshua Tree Elementary

by Gabriel Hart

October 11, 2022

Tonight MUSD Board of Trustees meet at Joshua Tree Elementary, with closed session at 5:30 and open session beginning at 6:00pm. Action items include: a resolution to certify all MUSD students be provided with standard-aligned textbooks, approval of confidential settlement between MUSD and parent of student, a request to approve architectural and design services for Phase 2 upgrades at various sites, and a resolution to declare the week of October 23-31 Red Ribbon Week for anti-drug awareness.…

MUSD Principals Discuss Current Versus Past Consequences for On Campus Violence

by Gabriel Hart

October 10, 2022

On last week’s “Up Close Show,” Gary Daigneault spoke with MUSD principals Justin Monical of Yucca Valley High School and Mike Ruggiero of 29 Palm High School, regarding September’s flare-up of on-campus violence. When Amanda, a parent of an MUSD student, called in, she asked Monical, “What are the consequences for children who get into altercations since there’s no longer an Operation Clean Sweep?” Monical responded, “Obviously, each situation is going to be unique in and of itself. We do have…

Elks National Runs Most Valuable Student Scholarship

by Gabriel Hart

October 7, 2022

Applications for the 2023 Elks National Foundation (ENF) Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest are now open. The application deadline is November 14, 2022.The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2023. Yucca Valley Elk’s Lodge #2314 will award over $2500 in scholarships to the Class of 2023, so Yucca Valley…

Basin Transit Provide $83,000 Transportation Assistance Grants

by Gabriel Hart

October 5, 2022

At a brief but enthusiastic meeting at their Joshua Tree headquarters last Monday, the Basin Transit Board made awards totaling over $83,000, providing financial support to local non-profits such as Reach Out Morongo Basin, Copper Mountain College Foundation, Morongo Basin Health Care District, Unity Home, The Way Station, The Morongo Unified School District and Pacific Clinics.“This is a unique opportunity for Basin Transit to partner with our non-profit agencies to provide the local community…

Morongo Valley To Consider Dogs for Mayor

by Gabriel Hart

October 5, 2022

Morongo Valley To Consider Dogs for Mayor

The electoral race for Morongo Valley’s first Dog Mayor commences this week, with the winner to be sworn in on October 29th. Assignment reporter Gabriel Hart talked to election organizer Alison Nikyar of All American Gas. Calling all civic-minded local canines! Morongo Valley’s first ever electoral race for a new dog mayor commences this week, with the winner to be inaugurated by Fire Chief James Brakebill on October 29th at 5pm, as part of the Halloween Extravaganza in Covington Park. Election…

MVCSD Board Settles Year-Long Potential Litigation in Closed Session

by Gabriel Hart

October 4, 2022

Last night (October 3rd) the MVCSD Board held a special closed session online meeting to settle a year-long potential litigation regarding a fire department personnel issue. After Board members discussed in private for approximately 20 minutes, Board President Christina Gorke signaled the district’s legal counsel Mr. Kennedy to give the report. He said, “Board gave direction to staff, no further action was taken,” before the meeting was adjourned.

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