After three years on Zoom, the annual Lincoln Talent Show returned to the Lincoln auditorium to a sold-out crowd of parents, grandparents, friends and students. Nicolas James, first grade teacher, organized the event with the help of the Lincoln Student Council, Principal Barbie Fariss, second grade teacher Yelana Cady, assistant Maral Belian and PTA moms […]
By Lori BODNAR Hundreds of students and families filled the auditorium and courtyard at Mountain Avenue Elementary on February 3 to enjoy the first in-person Science Fun Fair Family Night since the pandemic. Nearly 200 students showcased their science fair projects to schoolmates, teachers, families and friends. In addition to the science fair projects, 53 […]
By Lori BODNAR Despite scorching heat hundreds visited the 19th Annual Montrose Car Show. With 300 vehicles on display, there was a century of autos from all over the world ranging from Europe, North America, Oceania and Asia. Forty volunteers including Bob Beck, announcer for Irwindale Speedway helped with the event. Tom King ran the […]
By Lori BODNAR “We will never forget.” Twenty years have passed since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Four commercial airliners were hijacked mid-flight by Al-Qaeda terrorists who intentionally flew two planes into the twin towers of the World Trade Center causing mass casualties. The third plane struck the Pentagon, killing 125 people, while […]
» First Person Account By Lori BODNAR, intern There are still many ways to help the community during a pandemic. We can all stay connected to one another by using technology, as well as employing simple measures such as mailing a letter or making a phone call. The Girl Scouts is an organization that […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Lori BODNAR, intern Over 250 girls and their families gathered, albeit virtually, to celebrate summer and community by attending a “Songs and S’mores” campfire sing-a-long, hosted by the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles via Zoom. The event was held on July 18 and was organized by Haley Tilson, the Community Outreach Specialist for […]