*Rialto Record 12/07/23

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W e e k l y RIALTO RECORD

Vol 22, NO. 13

December 07, 2023

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Kelley Elementary School’s Young Leaders performing Heroes Song to a packed RUSD board meeting on November 15, 2023.

By Manny Sandoval

n a heartfelt tribute to U.S. veterans, student leaders from Kelley Elementary School delivered a stirring performance at the Rialto Unified School District Board Meeting last month. The event, which took place the week after Veterans Day, saw a packed crowd of attendees who joined the young performers in a rendition of a 'Heroes Song' commemorating the sacrifices of military service members. Despite the pouring rain outside, spirits were high as 2nd and 5th-grade students from Kelley Elementary took center stage.

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A 5th grade student reading a message at the dais in Spanish thanking all U.S. military veterans.

Their performance, marked by enthusiasm and respect, captivated the audience, echoing through the halls of the meeting venue. The lyrics of their song resonated deeply, with lines such as, "I have the peace of knowing that you are there protecting me, keeping our land secure," highlighting the gratitude felt towards the veterans.

Following the musical presentation, a well-spoken male student stepped up to the dais in a poignant moment. With the support of RUSD Board Member Edgar Montes, he read a message in Spanish, extending gratitude and recognition to U.S. veterans. This bilingual gesture underscored the school's commitment to inclusiv-

ity and respect for diverse backgrounds.

The performance concluded with smiles from the young participants and the members of the Board of Education. The event not only honored veterans but also highlighted the talents and civic engagement of the students at Kelley Elementary.

This memorable tribute by the school's student leaders amidst challenging weather conditions is a testament to the community's reverence for those who have served the nation and the power of youth to bring people together in gratitude and respect.

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The Nguyen Family and Mayor Helen Tran visiting Tin Nguyen’s memorial at the San Bernardino County Government Center’s Curtain of Courage Memorial on December 2, 2023.

By Manny Sandoval

n a poignant Saturday morning, San Bernardino County commemorated the eighth anniversary of the Dec. 2, 2015, terrorist attack, a day that forever altered the community. The attack, which claimed the lives of 14 individuals, including 13 County Environmental Health and Public Health employees, left an indelible mark of sorrow and resilience.

In a heartfelt display of remembrance, the county invited the public to join in a moment of silence at 10:55 a.m. on Dec. 2,

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Vanessa Nguyen (pictured), who fled Vietnam with her parents and Tin decades ago, was quoted in 2015 saying, “Only she can understand me, she understood everything I went through.”

marking the exact time when the tragedy struck eight years ago. Flags at all County facilities were lowered to half-mast from Friday, Dec. 1, until sunset on Monday, Dec. 4, as a gesture of respect and mourning.

The Curtain of Courage Memorial, located at the County Government Center, stood as a somber reminder of the lives lost, the survivors, and the first responders who bravely faced that tragic day. The memorial, a testament to resilience and remembrance, continues offering solace for those affected.

Among those in attendance at the moment of silence were the Nguyen family, who drove down from Orange County. They gathered to honor Tin Nguyen, a 31-yearold health inspector whose life was tragically cut short in the attack. Tin's mother, Vanessa Nguyen, shared her feelings with a heavy heart. "Every year, we come here to remember Tin and all those we lost," Vanessa said. "Missing last year was hard for us due to COVID, but being here together this year means everything." Tin Nguyen's journey was one of hope and SB Strong, cont. on next pg.


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