Fullerton Schools

Fullerton had two state qualifiers in speech. Lylla Sabata and Everett Gleason are heading for State. Jaycek Green and PJ Sabata earned medals at the district meet. Photo provided

Fullerton had two state qualifiers in speech. Lylla Sabata and Everett Gleason are heading for State. Jaycek Green and PJ Sabata earned medals at the district meet. Photo provided

Fullerton sending Sabata, Gleason to State Speech

SPALDING — Fullerton has two members of the speech team heading for State.Fullerton participated in the D1-4 district at Riverside in Spalding.Lylla Sabata was the district champion in Persuasive Speaking and Extemporaneous Speaking. Everett Gleason finished third in Persuasive Speaking.
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Photo provided

Kohl wins band director award

FULLERTON — Fullerton band director Colton Kohl was named the recipient of the NSBA’s Jack Snider Outstanding Young Band Director Award.
8th and Broadway dance captains Tori Decker and Terrick Gonsior accept the show choir’s second place trophy. Photo provided

8th and Broadway dance captains Tori Decker and Terrick Gonsior accept the show choir’s second place trophy. Photo provided

Show choir takes 2nd at ‘Clash of the Titans’

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Fullerton’s show choir — 8th and Broadway — received second place in the 1A division at Lewis Central’s Clash of the Titans over the weekend in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Joél Ruybalid has been hired as Fullerton's next superintendent.

Joél Ruybalid has been hired as Fullerton's next superintendent.

Fullerton hires next superintendent

FULLERTON — Fullerton Public Schools has their guy.The Fullerton Board of Education approved the superintendent contract with Joél Ruybalid at their meeting on Monday. Ruybalid was one of three finalists that interviewed with the district on Feb. 3.
Own a piece of Fullerton history.

Own a piece of Fullerton history.

Purchase a piece of Fullerton history

FULLERTON — You can be the proud owner of a piece of Fullerton sports history.The district announced on Monday that they are holding a surplus uniform sale at the Jan. 27 and 30 basketball games. Uniforms from a variety of decades and sports will be available.
The Fullerton Board of Education interviewed one candidate on Wednesday for their superintendent opening. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

The Fullerton Board of Education interviewed one candidate on Wednesday for their superintendent opening. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Superintendent search continues

FULLERTON — Fullerton’s superintendent search continues.The Fullerton Board of Education met on Wednesday to interview one finalist for their superintendent opening. After nearly an hour in closed session, the board had made their decision.
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Breakfast buffet supports choir trip

FULLERTON — Head over to the fire hall on Sunday and bring your appetite.A breakfast buffet to support the group of Fullerton choir students going on the European trip next summer is Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, eggs and a drink.
Santa Claus checks his list one final time before delivering gifts on Christmas Eve.. NCJ photo

Santa Claus checks his list one final time before delivering gifts on Christmas Eve.. NCJ photo

Dear Santa . . .

Fullerton kindergarten class shares what’s on their list. Dear Santa,My name is Kodan. I am 6 years old. This year I have been nice.A few things I did that were nice are: I put my tree up with Mom & Dad.For Christmas this year, I would really like a new toy car and a flute.

Board approves teacher contracts

FULLERTON — The Fullerton Board of Education unanimously approved the 2026-27 teacher contracts with the Fullerton Education Association.The new contract includes a 3.67 percent pay increase. The board approved the contract at their monthly meeting on Monday.