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In early October, complications from diabetes forced Bessie Miller into the operating room. The former state employee and well-known advocate for West Fresno had needed round-the-clock oxygen for years, and because of poor blood circulation, calf injuries that wouldn’t heal eventually left her legs in need of amputation. The operation …

Teachers often give their time and money in ways that are hard to quantify. But this year, one Fresno teacher has been recognized by the Milken Family Foundation for her work with the Sunnyside High School Video Production Academy. Katie McQuone is one of 40 teachers nationwide to receive this …

The late Denard Davis was known as “Mr. D” throughout the Merced County community. Along with his work as a teacher at Tenaya Junior High School and later as assistant … Click to Continue »

A transitional kindergarten teacher from Atwater and a library clerk from Delhi took top honors at the 12th annual Merced County Excellence in Education Awards at the Merced Theatre this … Click to Continue »

Steve Tietjen officially took his post on Monday as the top Merced County educator. Tietjen, 60, was sworn in as Merced County Superintendent of Schools during the Merced County Board … Click to Continue »

The White House will recognize a Merced educator this week as a Champion of Change for a summer program she leads that helps middle school girls develop their leadership potential. … Click to Continue »

MCOE board split on Tietjen and competitive process in March Board voted 3-2 to appoint Tietjen during Monday special meeting Tietjen will shadow Steve Gomes until Gomes retires in December … Click to Continue »

Longtime Washington Union superintendent died in February He oversaw first Clovis wrestling and cross country invitationals His legacy includes coaching star athletes and pushing others to become educators … Click to Continue »

Every Monday we honor a teacher in the valley for going above and beyond. This week we honored Mrs. Paige Weber from Woods Elementary in Clovis for our Educator of the Week. This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational Employees Credit …

Every Monday we honor a teacher in the valley for going above and beyond. This week we honored Mrs. Fran Perez from Kingsburg High School for our Educator of the Week.  This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational Employees Credit Union …

Every Monday we honor a teacher in the valley for going above and beyond. This week we honored Mrs. Kari Garland of Veva Blunt Elementary School in Fresno for our Educator of the Week.  This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational …

Every Monday we honor an educator that goes above and beyond for their students. This week we take you to James Madison Elementary and introduce you to Mrs. Maria Saenz. This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational Employees Credit Union | …

Every Monday we honor a teacher in the valley for going above and beyond. This week we honor Mrs. Leslie Phillips of Maple Creek Elementary School in Fresno for our Educator of the Week.  This weeks Educator of The Week has been brought to you by these fine sponsors: @Educational …