Public school districts have many challenges, such as trying to do their best with limited financial resources and competing with each other to attract students, while offering a wide range of programs that cater to a diverse population of students.
N&R Publications has written stories about real student experiences and teacher approaches, helping districts to communicate effectively with parents and legislators.
Published Dec 2021
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Washoe County School District makes a difference in Northern Nevada. Learn how!
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Published Feb 2020
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New tools for a new decade: Twin Rivers Unified School District students and staff start a new year and new decade with upgrades in classroom equipment and facilities. Several schools will be reconfigured to deal with a district deficit.
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Published Aug 2019
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Twin Rivers Unified School District students and staff march into the 2019-2020 academic year with optimism to couple with exciting opportunities for increased parental involvement, college coursework and more!
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Published Jul 2019
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Citrus Heights public schools are preparing all students for success and ensuring educational fulfilment with state-of-the-art technology, upgraded facilities and small class sizes.
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Published May 2019
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The 2019 Twin Rivers School District graduation publication covers the valedictorians, highlights outstanding students and pays tribute to the Teachers of the Year and other award-winning staff.
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Published Mar 2019
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The Twin Rivers Unified School District has an incredible arts program — which means amazing support for its students as well. Learn more about the arts and the success of the Rio Linda High School football team! Go Knights!
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Published Nov 2018
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The Twin Rivers School District is soaring with its test scores in math and ELA! Learn about Swun Math, CTE courses and find your school's scores.
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Published Aug 2018
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The Twin Rivers School District welcomes students, staff and parents back for another year of success.
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Published May 2018
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El Tablero Escolar de California presenta una “amplia perspectiva” de las escuelas de California, alejándose de las pruebas como el único criterio de rendimiento y adoptando un enfoque más integral. El nuevo sistema de rendición de cuentas les permite a los padres una mejor perspectiva de lo que está sucediendo en las escuelas de sus hijos y ayuda a los educadores a identificar las áreas de éxito y de oportunidad, brindándoles las herramientas que necesitan para servir a todos los estudiantes.
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Published May 2018
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In the Graduation 2018 edition of We Are TR!, read the stories of school valedictorians and look back as the district celebrates its 10th anniversary.
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Published Mar 2018
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In the Spring 2018 edition of We Are TR!, learn about Grant Union High School's GEO Academy that introduces students to careers in natural resources, get tips for helping your child during spring testing, and meet three star staff members at Twin Rivers USD.
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Published Mar 2018
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Providing a high-quality education to all students comes with a cost. Great schools are powered by great people. That's why school districts invest most of their resources in retaining the teachers and staff necessary to foster positive school environments where students can learn and succeed. In this guide, learn about the three fiscal challenges facing the Sacramento City Unified School District and how the community can participate in the budget process.
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Published Feb 2018
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The California School Dashboard online tool gives the community a fuller picture of school achievement and improvement beyond just test scores. Parents, community members and school districts can see data that reveal disparities among student groups and areas for improvement, such as suspension rates and college/career readiness. Learn how three school districts (Sacramento City Unified School District, Washington Unified School District and Woodland Joint Unified School District) are using data from the Dashboard to improve outcomes for all students.
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Published Oct 2017
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A strong foundation in mathematics is essential for preparing our students for jobs of the future — computer science, engineering and medicine. In this issue of TR Talk, learn how Twin Rivers Unified School District is implementing an innovative new program that is getting students excited about math.
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Published Jul 2017
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Every school year we continue to improve. We strive to identify opportunities that provide our students with a quality education, inside and outside of the classroom. As a district, our goal is to provide a quality education for all of our students. By ensuring they have strong foundational skills to build upon, we hope to give them a wide range of options as they go through our school system and then leave it for the world beyond.
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Published May 2017
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Twin Rivers Unified School District celebrates the Class of 2017. Meet the valedictorians who made it to the top of their class and the star staff who help every student achieve academic success!
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Published Mar 2017
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Find out what happens when students are engaged outside the classroom in the Spring 2017 edition of We Are TR! Also in this issue: Staff spotlights, TR Talk and testing tips.
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Published Nov 2016
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Rancho Cordova has upgraded school, rich academic options and passionate teachers who help all students succeed. Folsom Cordova Unified School District invites you to look closer at Cordova High School, Mills Middle School and W.E. Mitchell Middle School and see what you may be missing.
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Published Nov 2016
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Parents, teachers and administrators are working together to improve student achievement. Learn about the successes the district has had in the Winter 2016 edition of We Are TR!
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Published Sep 2016
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San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department improves the well-being of children, empowers families and strengthens communities. Learn how the department builds a foundation of success for children that will take them from "cradle to career" and gives parents opportunities for career growth through great jobs.
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Published Jul 2016
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While students were enjoying their summer break, Twin Rivers Unified School District was busy making improvements and planning for student success in the 2016-17 school year. We are ready to welcome students back to school!
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Published May 2016
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Twin Rivers Unified School District is a learning organization — an organization that uses knowledge to improve itself. This installment of Twin Rivers' “We are TR!” will focus on the cover story of celebrating the successes and graduation & promotion ceremonies in 2016!
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Published Apr 2016
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This special We Are TR! issue recognizes the excellence in each of the eight Gold Ribbon schools, as well as the district's continuation school that was recognized as a Model Continuation High School.
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Published Feb 2016
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Twin Rivers Unified School District is a learning organization — an organization that uses knowledge to improve itself. This publication focuses on the road to college, highlighting the support for students, teachers, and high expectations for success that help Twin Rivers students pave the way to college.
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Published Nov 2015
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Twin Rivers Unified School District is a learning organization — an organization that uses knowledge to improve itself. In this series of bimonthly newsletter publications, readers will learn how the district is becoming better and how that is translating into student success. The goal is to show parents that Twin Rivers schools offer a quality education and a safe environment for learning and to recruit top-notch teachers and encourage young teachers to start their education careers at Twin Rivers.
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Published Oct 2015
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Discover Sacramento's best-kept secret: Excellence in K-12 education available right in your neighborhood. SCUSD understands there's no one-size-fits-all solution in education. That's why the district offers a vast variety of programs, from rigorous, traditional neighborhood schools at every grade level to innovative, interest-based programs housed on small campuses and within larger comprehensive schools.
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Published Aug 2015
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The No. 1 goal of every teacher, administrator and staff person at Twin Rivers is to maximize growth in student achievement. At the beginning of a new school year, teachers and staff are revved up and ready to do just that. Twin Rivers will apply the lessons learned from last year, including the data from SBAC test results when they are available, to target growth in student achievement with accuracy. As a baseline year, last year's test serves as a point of departure against which to chart the progress of each student.The coordinated effort of support for teachers and students will help Twin Rivers students succeed.
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Published Jun 2015
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Twin Rivers Unified School District embraces education options. The three Twin Rivers charter schools offer distinct programs in settings you won't find anywhere else in the Sacramento area.
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Published Jun 2015
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Graduation is a time to look back on the year and the hard work and success of students, faculty and staff. Twin Rivers is committed to supporting the education of all students so they are ready for a promising future.
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Published Mar 2015
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Technology is a driving force in today's job market. That's why Twin Rivers Unified School District makes it a priority to teach 21st Century skills to students so that they may be prepared for college and beyond.
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Published Jan 2015
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In this issue of the Twin Rivers Unified School District bimonthly newsletter, readers will learn how the new Common Core academic standards are preparing students to be college and career ready.
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Published Oct 2014
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Exciting changes are happening at Twin Rivers Unified School District. Facilities improvements, improved school safety and teacher training are just some of the initiatives that are creating a better learning environment for students.
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Published Dec 2013
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El ausentismo es un problema polifacético que puede enfrentarse a través de un enfoque colaborativo entre las familias, las escuelas, el cumplimiento de la ley y las agencias comunitarias. Sea parte de la solución ayudando a mantener a los niños en la escuela.
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Published Aug 2013
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Chico Unified School District has long played an integral role in helping raise and educate Chico's children.
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