Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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After a 41-year career at Santa Monica High School, English teacher Berkeley Blatz announced his retirement on June 10. He lists a lack of energy and new curriculum ideas, as well as the fight against cheating and not having enough personal time as reasons for leaving. "I've decided to pass the torch into more energetic hands," Blatz said in an email to his colleagues. "Being able to share great literature with young minds and hearts has made these years a privilege."...
Stephanie Feder of Santa Monica, CA (90402) received a Bachelor of Arts from Emory College of Arts and Sciences of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, at its 169th commencement ceremony on May 12, 2014. Emory University is known for its demanding academics, outstanding undergraduate experience, highly ranked professional schools and state-of-the-art research facilities. Emory encompasses nine academic divisions as well as the Michael C. Carlos Museum, The Carter Center, the Yerkes National Primate Research Center and Emory...
Santa Monica College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Georgia L. Lorenz as Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Lorenz steps into the position on July 1 to replace Jeff Shimizu, who is retiring after more than 20 years in leadership roles at SMC. "Dr. Lorenz has an impressive grasp of strategic planning," said SMC Superintendent/President Chui L. Tsang. "Her efforts to maximize student access during our major budget crisis – and to integrate Global C...
13 Seniors graduate from Santa Monica High School this week....
"We found out that a lot of parents pay $2000 for a personal college counselor," says Samohi teacher Claudia Bautista Nicolas. "So my kids decided to do it for free for everyone! They wrote a pamphlet on how to be successful in college, in English and Spanish. They also created a video. Sample advice? If you're taking 4 APs and you get C's, there's no point in taking those classes. So it's really about how much you can handle. There's a college for everybody," says one of her...
Kids raising money at Roosevelt Elementary School, by signing sponsors for their "Walk to Africa." Dr. Bob Hamilton founded Lighthouse Medical Missions in 20008. Every year, they go to Africa with 7 doctors and other staff, and provide free treatment in regions with little medical care. In 2014, they hope to raise funds with 1000 walkers sponsored by 25000 Americans, so they can reach 25000 patients over 2 years in Guinea Bissau. For more information, please visit...
Zoe, center and Yabbi on her left, reviewing student entries in the 6th Annual Sustainable Santa Monica Student Art Poster Contest. SMMUSD students were asked, "What do you think it means to use water well?"...
Santa Monica College is seeking applications for the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee, which oversees the implementation of Measures U, S and AA, the 2002, 2004 and 2008 bond measures that are funding capital improvement projects at the college. The application deadline is Friday, June 6, 2014. The vacancies are specifically for representatives of local business communities of Santa Monica and Malibu. Applications for additional members are encouraged. Applications are available on the SMC website at: http://www.smc.edu To...
Jim Winslow, construction manager for the school district, gives a tour to parent volunteers of the new library and technology classrooms currently under construction at Santa Monica's Lincoln Middle School. The 16 million dollar building was funded by Measure BB funds....
Santa Monica College and Los Angeles Southwest College are only 13 miles apart but have an immense gap when it comes to transferring students to a University of California campus, a new report says. Santa Monica sent 783 students last year, by far the most of 112 community colleges in the state, while Southwest sent just four, among the lowest. Those significant disparities are at the heart of a new proposed initiative by the UC regents to make it easier for students to transf...
Samohi POPS Concert and Lincoln Middle School Open House....
Dr. Louise Jaffe – a member of the SMC Board of Trustees and a longtime supporter of Santa Monica's educational institutions – has been elected President of the California Community Colleges Trustees (CCCT) for 2014-15. "Dr. Jaffe is a strong leader, an experienced trustee, and an accomplished education researcher. She is what the state needs at this time when we are focusing on student success," said SMC Superintendent/President Chui L. Tsang. "Trustees in the state play a v...
State Senate Candidate and SMMUSD Board Member Ben Allen, presides at a spelling bee conducted at John Muir Elementary School....
Hot for teacher: Elaine West, a teacher at crossroads middle school, cleaned out her garage on a Saturday. In grand SantaMonica tradition she offered the contents to the public as a sidewalk sale...
Students arrive at Santa Monica high school in the morning under the watchful eyes of S house principal Blaine Watson...
Last fall, the P.S. ARTS Program and The Tommy Hilfiger Foundation announced a partnership to develop a multi-year arts education curriculum in only two schools in the Los Angeles school district. Walgrove Elementary was chosen based on its established reputation for supporting inclusive education, a dedication to valuing diverse experiences, backgrounds and voices – a community committed to the value of arts in education. The annual Family Night was hosted as a part of the P...
The Aviation Mechanics team from West Los Angeles College took first place in the "Turbine Engine Event" again at their second appearance at the Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) at AviationPros LIVE in Las Vegas last week. The West competitors even defeated the teams of experienced professionals. The college also took third place in the School Category. The AMC, on March 25 and 26, brought together teams of certificated Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Aircraft...
All Student Body: ASB Board members Crystal, Jenny and Reed welcomed parents to the Samohi Open House Tuesday night. This year, the Open House had a new form: Science teachers were in science classrooms, but all other teachers were in "departmental venues" which showcased key student work (and in some cases students themselves!) from all classes, across all subjects, gathered in one departmental area, according to Principal Eva Mayoral. Other photos: SamoHi Seniors Tom and...
Six SamoHi orchestras, including over 300 students, performed at the annual Spring Concert at Barnum Hall the evening of March 11, 2014. The Chamber Orchestra concluded the evening with a stirring rendition of the William Tell overture. The program is under the direction of Jason Aiello and Joni Swenson....
On February 16, 2014, all 800 or so Roosevelt Elementary School students, performed in a Flashmob of "What Teddy Reads" on the school's athletic field. The event encourages kids to appreciate reading, as in traditional books....
A class of preschoolers crosses Nielson way under the watchful eyes of their teachers....
SPAGHETTI & STRINGS: The SamoHi Orchestra's conducted a fund raiser for the orchestra's Spring trip to Vienna. The evening included a dinner catered by Il Forno, and served by student waiters. Here, Charlie, Gabe and Lowell pose outside the Student Cafeteria. All attendees were given sunglasses, so they could display similar swag....
Barry Snell – a certified public accountant and business leader with extensive ties to the Santa Monica community and its educational institutions – was appointed Tuesday, February 4, to a vacant seat on the Santa Monica College Board of Trustees to serve a term until the next regularly scheduled Board election in November 2014. The Board selected Snell from among five applicants to fill the unexpired term of former Trustee Judge David B. Finkel (Ret.), who resigned eff...
