Volume 40 No.1 | Thursday March 26, 2026

SACRAMENTO, CA. -As Cal- ifornia students finalize financial aid applications and college plans this spring, more than 100,000 students have claimed over $50 million in CalKIDS Scholarships in the past six months, helping families access money already set aside to support higher education and career training.

The milestone reflects expanded collaboration between the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) and CalKIDS, a program of the ScholarShare Investment Board (SIB), which is adminis- tered by the California State Trea- surer's Office.

"Collaboration across state agen- cies helps make programs like CalKIDS work more efficiently for California families," said Cali- fornia State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, chair of the SIB. "By coordinating efforts and sharing data, we're not only connecting more students with scholarships already

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CalKIDS waiting for them—we're creating a more seamless pathway to finan- cial security for California fami- lies, helping them cover costs like tuition, books, and career train- ing."

Launched in 2022, the CalKIDS Program provides scholarship ac- counts to eligible California chil- dren and public school students to help pay for higher education or career training. Eligible public school students can receive schol- arships worth up to $1,500, and every child born in California on or after July 1, 2022, receives a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $175.

Students can use their CalKIDS Scholarships between the ages of 17 and 26 for qualified higher education expenses, including tu- ition, fees, books, supplies, and computer equipment at accredited community colleges, universities, and career training programs.

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA- The Pomona Valley Alumnae

Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta So- rority, Inc. is bringing a full day of fun, resources, and community connection to Rancho Cucamonga this spring. May Day in the Park is a free, family-friendly outdoor event scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Red Hill Park, locat- ed at 7484 Vineyard Ave.

Attendees can expect a vibrant mix of activities and services, including health screenings, a blood drive, a kid's corner, games, adult prizes, live DJ entertain- ment, food, and vendor booths. The event is open to all and free to attend, with RSVPs available through Eventbrite.

Founded in 1913 at Howard Uni- versity, Delta Sigma Theta Soror- ity, Inc. is a sisterhood of college- educated women committed to THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026

Delta Sigma Theta's Pomona Valley Chapter to Host Free Community Event at Red Hill Park

The Pomona Valley Alumnae Chapter, chartered in 1979, has served its surrounding commu- nities for over 45 years through quality programming and civic engagement.

The chapter is also seeking spon- sors to support the event through product donations of 50 to 100 items for swag bags distributed to registered attendees. In recogni- tion of their contributions, spon- sors will receive a complimentary booth at the event to promote their brand and connect directly with the community. Those interested in sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to reach out to may- [email protected].

The Pomona Valley Alumnae Chapter hopes to establish May Day in the Park as an annual tra- dition in Rancho Cucamonga one that reflects the chapter's longstanding dedication to upliftwww.wssnews.com | (909)384-8131 social welfare, academic excel- ing and serving the communities lence, and cultural enrichment. it calls home.