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PEF Awards $206,000 to PUSD Educators [Media Release]

Pasadena Educational Foundation Awards More Than $206,000 in Grants to Pasadena Unified School District Educators PASADENA, CA – Pasadena Unified (PUSD) teachers and principals received more than $206,000 in grants thanks to the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF), College Football Playoff (CFP) Foundation, and Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association at this…...

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Marshall Fundamental Gets New Media Center Makeover

Article courtesy Pasadena NOW By Eddie Rivera The library has always been a favorite place for students to hang, and now at Marshall Fundamental Middle School, they can do it a lot more comfortably, thanks to a donation from the College Football Playoff Foundation, the Tournament of Roses Foundation, the…...

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Celebrating Excellence and Empowering Educators at PUSD’s Welcome Back Event

The Pasadena Educational Foundation hosted the Welcome Back event for the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Pasadena High School. This annual gathering celebrated educators and staff as they prepare for the new academic year, welcoming approximately 2,200 PUSD employees. Event Overview Thank you to…...

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Inspiring Moments and Community Spirit at PEF’s IMAGINE 2024

The Pasadena Educational Foundation hosted its annual Celebrating Our Schools event on May 7, 2024, at the historic Pasadena City Hall Courtyard. Aptly named “IMAGINE 2024,” the festive evening was a joyful celebration of the exceptional students, innovative programs, and dedicated educators of the Pasadena Unified School District. Guests were…...

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Creating Seeds of Learning: Muir’s Farm Lab

  On Earth Day 2024, the Pasadena Unified School District held a dedication ceremony and celebration to relaunch the garden at John Muir Early College Magnet. The celebration recognized the transformation of almost two acres of campus outdoor space into the new Muir Farm Lab.  Muir Farm Lab: A Reimagined…...

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PEF Participates in Greater Los Angeles Education Summit

The Pasadena Educational Foundation was proud to take part in the Los Angeles County Philanthropy Summit for Public Education hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation on Tuesday, April 9. Titled Uniting for Student Success, the summit brought together education leaders, funders, and community stakeholders to discuss the power…...

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Tacos, Tuesday, & Thanks – A Trifecta of Gratitude for PUSD Staff

Taco Tuesday was in full force yesterday at the Pasadena Unified School District Ed Center when the Pasadena Educational Foundation treated administration and facilities staff to this quintessential meal. “Thanks to You Tacos” was a new spin on this weekday tradition – a festive way to recognize PUSD staff  for…...

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