By Lori BODNAR, intern “I Matter Because …” is the theme of the 2020-21 National Reflections art program sponsored by the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). The PTA National Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts, which is thought to boost student confidence and success in the arts as well as in life. […]
PSAT Rescheduled After initially stating that PSAT/NMSQT testing is not currently allowed on campuses, the Los Angeles County of Public Health released an announcement on Sept. 18 stating that the PSAT/NMSQT can be administered on campuses as long as all safety and social distancing guidelines are adhered to. This means that the tests can be […]
Adelante, Latinos! is an all-volunteer committee within the Glendale Unified School District dedicated to the advancement, support and success of all students of Hispanic/Latinx heritage in GUSD schools. Through Oct. 15, Adelante, Latinos! is sponsoring a speaker series of 10 webinars, two each week, for Hispanic Heritage month. The theme this year for Hispanic Heritage […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern For those who’ve needed childcare while working, even while working from home, the Rescue Sitters are ready to lend a hand. The Rescue Sitters, founded this year by Aleek Tabakian and Grace Hovsepian, babysit kids so that parents can focus on their jobs during the pandemic. They provide free childcare from […]
Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of approximately 16,000 semifinalists in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $30 million that will be offered next spring. To be […]
Monte Vista Elementary School held a “parade pickup party” on Aug. 20 when parents and students drove through the school’s Monty Lane to receive scholarship materials and supplies. It was a great event with teachers meeting their new students and greeting former students, albeit masked and distanced! Music played as parents drove up and saw […]
Foothill Municipal Water District (Foothill) recently concluded its ninth annual “Water Is Life” student art competition. The contest was open to all students in grades K-12 who attend a school located within the service area of a member water agency that Foothill serves. This includes schools primarily located within La Crescenta-Montrose, La Cañada Flintridge and […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern Crescenta Valley High School 2020 graduate Jiyoun Roh was one of 11 Milken Scholars award recipients. Milken Scholars was founded in 1989 by Mike and Lori Milken to honor and give financial assistance to exceptional students based on academics, community service, leadership and the ability to overcome obstacles. (See the Aug. […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern Crescenta Valley High School 2020 graduate Rohin Manvi was recently named a recipient of a Milken Scholars award. Manvi was one of 11 students in the greater Los Angeles area to receive the prestigious award. The Milken Scholars program was founded in 1989 by Mike and Lori Milken to honor and […]