Think Together Leaders Inspire Everywhere They Go!

Orange County Business Journal Recognizes Randy Barth in 2025 OC500 

It’s an honor to be recognized in Orange County Business Journal’s OC500. Being part of this list symbolizes the influence that Think Together has been able to have in Orange County for more than 25 years. Together, we have provided a safe, supportive space where students can grow and thrive. As we continue to expand, we look forward to reaching even more young learners across California, opening doors to brighter futures.  

Thank you to the Orange County Business Journal for this recognition! 

LA84 Foundation Awards Think Together with $130,000 Grant for San Bernardino and Riverside County Students 

The LA84 Foundation awarded a $130,000 grant to support Think Together’s competitive sports programs at 39 middle schools in the Inland Empire and Coachella Valley. Sports play a big role in teaching our students the importance of teamwork and discipline.

This partnership brings competitive team sports like basketball, soccer, volleyball and flag football to Think Together middle school programs, each culminating with an exciting tournament that brings local schools together. Students will spend about an hour each day, four days a week, building their skills, connecting with teammates, and experiencing the joy of competition as each season wraps up with regional tournaments. 

Making an Impact in Rialto with 30 Under 30 Honoree Jailene Paniagua 

In Rialto, California, Associate Director of Program Excellence Jailene Paniagua has been selected as one of the 2025 30 Under 30 Honorees by Senator Eloise Gómez Reyes. This honor spotlights organizers, public servants, artists and professionals reshaping the region’s future.  

In her role, she partners with Rialto Unified School District to support Think Together programs at 12 sites, serving more than 2,000 students daily while empowering staff and enriching student experiences. Learn more about Jailene’s journey at Think Together here. 

Congratulations, Jailene! 

Think Together Students Discover the Power of Reading with LA Dodgers Alum Dennis Powell 

In collaboration with Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, nearly 200 Think Together students at Norton Science and Language Academy had front-row seats to a special story time with LA Dodgers alum Dennis Powell. Through Powell’s inspiring storytelling, students were transported into the colorful world of the book Abuela.  

These little readers also received LA Dodger’s merchandise such as hats and t-shirts, along with the chance to pick their very own book to take home and continue their love for literacy.  

Thank you to the San Bernardino Sun who attended and covered the event! Check out our blog to learn more. 

Think Together’s El Paseo Fashion Week Continues Finding the Spotlight 

For the young talent at Desert Hot Springs High School, bold student designs from the 2025 El Paseo Fashion Week once again owned the spotlight. Through a collaboration with the Fashion 2 class at DHSHS, Think Together helped bring 17 students’ creative vision to life. 

Thank you to Palm Springs Life Magazine for featuring the event and highlighting the importance of uplifting future designers as they stitch creativity into every step of their journey. 

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