Banning News

On the evening of May 30, 2025, the Banning High School stadium overflowed with pride as families, educators, and community members gathered to celebrate the graduating Class of 2025. With the stands filled and hearts full, the commencement ceremony was a powerful tribute to the legacy, unity, and resilience of the Bronco family.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, the field at Nicolet Middle School transformed into a vibrant celebration space as over 200 eighth-grade students were promoted to high school during a ceremony that brought together students, families, school staff, and District leadership. The stands were filled with loved ones proudly cheering on students, making the morning a meaningful and heartfelt event.

In this special episode, we highlight two outstanding 5th-grade students who are representing Banning Unified at both the county and state levels with their exceptional History and Science projects. These future middle schoolers have made us all proud with their hard work, creativity, and dedication.

The stadium lights at Banning High School Football Field illuminated more than just a ceremony on the evening of May 23, 2025—they illuminated hope, transformation, and triumph. The Coombs Alternative Education Center Commencement Ceremony honored the Class of 2025, celebrating graduates from New Horizon High School, Banning Independent Study School, and Banning Adult Education.

The Banning Unified School District proudly hosted its annual Language Celebration on Tuesday, May 13, at the Banning High School Performing Arts Center, recognizing students across elementary, middle, and high school for their achievements in multilingualism and English language development.

The Banning Unified School District proudly recognized three outstanding seniors—Adrian Casillas, Oscar Ochoa, and Alyssa Sanchez—during the annual Student of the Year Dinner held on May 8, 2025, at the Noble Creek Community Center in Beaumont. The event, a collaboration between Banning and Beaumont Unified School Districts, celebrated seniors from both districts for their academic achievements, character, and community involvement.

Each year, the Citrus Belt Area Athletic Directors Association (CBAADA) hosts a Senior Athlete of the Year celebration, recognizing outstanding student-athletes from its 90 member schools across the region. Each school selects one male and one female honoree to represent their campus—students who demonstrate excellence in athletics, leadership, and character.

Banning Unified School District proudly recognizes Angela Marruffo, a 2025 graduate of Banning Adult Education, for representing the District with strength and inspiration at the Southwest Riverside Adult Education (SRAE) Community Forum on May 2, 2025.

We’re excited to invite you to tune in to the next episode of our Real Talk Podcast, featuring an inspiring conversation with Jennifer Gonzalez — our Student of the Month and a proud graduate of New Horizons.