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- Written by: Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
Among the awardees are three students from Lake and Mendocino counties.
The PG&E Corporation Foundation funds the scholarships.
This year, the foundation is sponsoring 20 scholarships of $10,000 each and 20 scholarships of $2,500 each.
The scholarships are given to students pursuing a degree in the science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM, disciplines.
STEM education fosters ingenuity, creativity, and experimentation, leading to new ideas, innovations, and technological advancements that can have global impact.
This year’s scholars include:
Brody Breeden, from Kelseyville, attending California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and pursuing a degree in computer science.
Ronan Williams, from Boonville, attending University of California, Irvine and pursuing a career in biology.
Brayden Martinez, from Ukiah, attending Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and pursuing a degree in engineering.
“I cannot truly express how much the support means, as it will help tremendously with my ability to focus on my schoolwork as I am entering one of the most trying and labor-intensive years of the program. Thank you very much for investing in my future education and career,” said Martinez, a Ukiah native and $2,500 scholarship recipient.
Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, demonstrated participation and leadership in school and community activities, and financial need.
“These local scholarship recipients inspire us and represent the next generation of leaders and innovators for our hometowns. We’re glad to do our part to help reduce the costs of the next step in their STEM-based careers,” said Ron Richardson, PG&E North Coast region vice president.
Scholarship recipients must plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study for the entire 2022-2023 academic year and be seeking their first undergraduate degree at an accredited four-year institution in California, or at a historically Black college and university, or HBCU, anywhere in the United States.
HBCU eligibility was added in response to a trend in applications from high-achieving students admitted to HBCUs, none of which are in California.
Supporting local scholars
Since 2012, the Better Together STEM Scholarship Program has awarded more than $6.7 million to accomplished students. Charitable donations come from PG&E shareholders, not PG&E customers.
In addition to the Better Together STEM Scholarship Program, PG&E's 11 employee resource groups, or ERGs, and three engineering networking groups, or ENGs, award scholarships to help offset the cost of higher education. The funds are raised entirely through employee donations, employee fundraising events and PG&E’s employee giving program, the Campaign for the Community.
Since 1989, more than $5 million ERG scholarships have been received by thousands of recipients.
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- Written by: MENDOCINO COLLEGE FOUNDATION
With inflation making prices for food, gas, books and living expenses higher, some students will be struggling to make ends meet.
The Student Emergency Fund is one way to help them worry less and study more. Eligible students are able to receive up to $500 in a one-time emergency grant to stay on track.
Thanks to a generous matching gift from Redwood Credit Union, donors to the Mendocino College Student Emergency Fundraiser campaign can double their donation.
With the generous help of the community, the foundation hopes to turn $12,000 into $24,000 in emergency aid for students in Ukiah, Lakeport, Willits and Fort Bragg.
In a recent survey, three out of five students reported at least one basic needs insecurity such as food or housing.
The Mendocino College Foundation reported that it knows from hearing directly from students that sometimes one relatively small crisis — a brokedown car, an unexpected medical bill, a change in housing circumstances — can derail the best laid plans. And with the cost of everything going up, students have less wiggle room to address these setbacks, so minor things can become major ones.
Any contribution made to this campaign will be matched dollar for dollar by Redwood Credit Union.
Your donation could mean the difference between a student dropping out or continuing on their path toward their certificate or degree.
Visit http://foundation.mendocino.edu/donate and choose Student Emergency Fund.
For more information, contact Foundation Executive Director Julie McGovern at 707-468-3164 or
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- Written by: Lakeport Christian Center Preschool/Daycare
They offer preschool, daycare and pre-K and have over 30 years experience serving the community with a safe, fun and enriching environment for kids to grow and excel.
The school’s pre-K has an excellent reputation of preparing the students for kindergarten.
School starts on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Hours open are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Ages are 2 (potty training) to 5.
License #: 173000812. NCO accepted.
The school is located at 175 C St.
For more information call 707-262-5520 or visit www.lcchub.com.
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- Written by: Elizabeth Larson
THe first day of preschool is Sept. 6. The summer program is running right now.
Hurry — spots fill up fast.
Pick up your packet at the preschool or on their website at www.lcchub.com.
LCC Preschool provides a structured program which includes small groups (projects geared towards school readiness), art projects, science experience, social interactions, and so much more. Plus it offers an amazing Pre-K class with excellent KG prep success.
LCC Preschool/Daycare has 35 years experience providing a safe, fun and enriching environment for kids to flourish.
The Preschool is open 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is located at 175 C St.
For inquiries call 707.262.5520.
License #173000812 for ages 2-5.