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3 weeks ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
Kimberly Salas has been named Valedictorian of the Rose City High School Class of 2025, marking a triumphant milestone in a journey defined by perseverance, hard work, and transformation. By Scott PhelpsKimberly Salas transferred to Rose City at the beginning of her sophomore year, facing the dual challenges of being credit deficient and seeking a new start. Undeterred, she tackled her academic goals with unwavering resolve, even amid personal upheaval, including being displaced by the Eaton fire.
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4 weeks ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
Leila Nafarrete has been named Valedictorian of the Class of 2025 at the Center for Independent Study (CIS) Academy, capping an extraordinary high school career defined by academic excellence, leadership, and community service. By Scott PhelpsLeila Nafarrete graduates with an unweighted GPA of 3.9556 and a weighted GPA of 4.2222. She is a 2025 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Rose Scholar and a National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar.
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1 month ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
Rose City High School celebrates being awarded the prestigious designation of 2025 Model Continuation High School (MCHS) by the California Department of Education (CDE). By Scott PhelpThis recognition highlights the school’s outstanding efforts in providing innovative educational programs and comprehensive services to at-risk youth.
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1 month ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
Ann Erdman, a longtime public information officer for the City of Pasadena and a beloved figure in local government and nonprofit circles, passed away on April 30, 2025. She was 74. By Scott PhelpsErdman served as Pasadena’s Public Information Officer (PIO) from 1991 until her retirement in 2011, during which she became one of the most trusted voices in city communications.
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2 months ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps |Katlyn Ong |Melissa R. Michelson |Jennifer Lee
Marshall Fundamental Secondary School will officially become Thurgood Marshall Secondary School, marking a historic name change that celebrates both the school’s centennial and its evolving identity. The Pasadena Unified Board of Education unanimously approved the name change at its April 17th board meeting.
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2 months ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Katlyn Ong |Daniel Peters |Carol Edger Germain |Scott Phelps
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has released preliminary findings from recent soil testing conducted in areas impacted by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires. By News DeskThe testing, which aimed to assess potential environmental and health risks posed by wildfire-related debris, revealed concerning levels of harmful substances, particularly lead, in the soil.
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2 months ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Katlyn Ong |Daniel Peters |Carol Edger Germain |Scott Phelps
Three seats on the Pasadena Community Police Oversight Commission will soon be available, and the City is inviting community-based organizations to nominate individuals to serve as commissioners. By News DeskIn October 2020, the Pasadena City Council established the Community Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) through an ordinance.
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2 months ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
The campus of McKinley School, home to McKinley K-8 and Eliot Middle School, came alive on Saturday, March 29th, as hundreds of “mathletes” from across the district gathered for a day filled with math challenges, fun, and friendly competition. By Scott PhelpsEighty-one grade-level teams (mostly consisting of four students per team, plus alternates) representing grades 4 through 8 from twenty-one schools entered the competition.
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2 months ago | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Scott Phelps
The Pasadena Unified Student Think Tank (STT) and Student Assembly (SAC) hosted their first youth conference for district students and teachers at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday, April 2nd. By Scott PhelpsThe event, titled “Breaking the Line: Creating a Bridge Between Students and Teachers,” aimed to foster dialogue and collaboration between students and educators.
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Mar 20, 2025 | 
coloradoboulevard.net | Katlyn Ong |Brian Biery |Garrett Rowlan |Scott Phelps
The Altadena Library, in collaboration with WME, will host a reopening event featuring acclaimed actor and author LeVar Burton. By News DeskJoin a day of literacy and family fun, featuring readings, arts & crafts, games, music, and more. Reconnect with friends and neighbors while enjoying a variety of activities. At 11:00 am, LeVar Burton will read his book, The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.
