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Written by: Editor

Published: 30 May 2013

CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Lynette Terry, a 2013 Yuba College graduate, was honored by the faculty with this year’s Yuba College Medal for highest academic achievement.

The medal is only awarded to students with a 3.75 or higher GPA who stand out in their dedication to the community and campus.  

Terry received three associate degrees in accounting, income tax preparation and business computer applications and was an exemplary student.

She is originally from Mountain View, and moved to Lake County in 2009, beginning her education in 2010.  

Terry is a role model to the students for her positive attitude, hard work, and the encouragement she provides her peers.

In her nomination letter she wrote, “I want students to know that it’s possible to become a college student. I spent most of my life believing that college was only available to those who were extremely smart or wealthy. Over the past two years I have developed a devotion to the Clear Lake Campus and the students.”  

She plans to stay in Lake County and pursue a career where she can assist the community that gave her such an incredible opportunity.   

Terry currently is working as a part-time clerical assistant at the Clear Lake Campus for the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S). EOP&S is a comprehensive counseling program designed to support low-income, first generation students succeed in a college environment.

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Written by: Editor

Published: 29 May 2013

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Students in seventh and eighth grade during the 2012-13 school year are invited to attend a Summer ROP camp at Lower Lake High School or Clear Lake High School.

These programs are being offered free of charge to students who currently attend a Konocti or Lakeport Unified School.

The goal of the camps is to expose students to the ROP courses offered at their high school, encourage career exploration and provide a fun hands-on activity during the summer.

Students are expected to attend all sessions of the camp and will rotate through the ROP departments at the school.

Lower Lake sessions will include agriculture, automotive, child development, culinary and medical/emergency response/health. Clear Lake sessions will include computer technology and wood working.

Sessions will be taught by the high school teachers and will be activity-based. Lunch will be provided at both locations. Transportation to and from the school will not be provided.

Come learn what these classes are all about in a fun and exciting environment.

Space is limited to for safety reasons. Students MUST register in advance.

For dates, times and to register go to http://www.lakecoe.org/programs/rop_in_lake_county .

For more information contact Tammy Serpa at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 707-995-9523.

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Written by: Editor

Published: 27 May 2013

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Lake County’s chapter of the California Retired Teachers Association has announced its 2013 essay contest winners.

The contest was open to Lake County students attending Yuba and Mendocino community colleges.

The winners were notified on May 17, in time for them to enjoy the awards in the summer.

Liberty Justice of Mendocino College won first place and $100 for her essay, “Write Here, Write Now.”

Second place and $75 went to Zachery Halverson, also of Mendocino College, for his essay, “The Most Important Thing in Education.”

Johnnie Radford of Yuba College won third place and $50 for his essay, “The Ultimate Experience.”

The honorable mention award of $25 went to Annie Wellmerling of Yuba College for her essay, “Classroom Benefits.”

The judges were pleased with the quality of writing shown in all the entries.

The Retired Teachers Association is proud of all Lake County students and wish them well on their chosen paths.