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- Written by: Karalena Cole
On Jan. 20 Gold Level students were rewarded by being taken out to Lyndall's Sports Grill for a breakfast of their choice and some laser tag with a side of bowling.
Everyone bonded and made memories by which they will remember high school. I personally will always hold dearly the instant teamwork that had sprung up due to a game of laser tag.
All of the Gold Level students would like to thank Principal Ed Zander and teacher Alan Siegel for
all that they do.
On Jan. 14 Team DUI members Willy Sapeta, Steve Tanguay and Pam Inman approached Carlé High School with an objective. Their goal was to reach out to the students and discuss the dangers of drinking and driving.
During their individual speeches to the students who had gathered in the quad, Team DUI related, and expressed emotions that affected us with each word.
Here are reactions from some of the students.
“The moment that impacted me the most is Ms. Inman's story on how she felt not being able to help her son even though he was begging her.”
“I was in a car accident before, I know how it feels.”
Because of them, many peoples can and will be saved. Because of them students are saying, “I will never get in a car with someone who has bee drinking.”
Carlé High School would like to thank Team DUI members Willy Sapeta, Steve Tanguay and Pam Inman for changing lives and futures of many people out there.
At Carlé we are proud and known for our very spectacular media program run by Alan Siegel so we would like to thank Carrol Maninger of Comprehensive Support Systems for donating $1,000 toward media room projects like TV8.
A senior plaque is a very personal thing to receive when graduating, that is why we would like to thank Dr. Barry Munitz for donating $850 for the third year in a row so that graduating seniors will be rewarded their personalized senior plaques.
This year we were afraid of losing an old Carlé tradition known as the student-staff luncheon, which honors hard working students.
Thanks to Kelly Slater, Marsha Willard and other volunteers from the local Soroptimist Club the luncheons will still be possible.
A group of students ( Christine McQuown, Ellie Hackler, Jorge Vieira, Arwen King, Steven Fogg and Austin Weldon)who have a keen interest in culinary will help keep the student-staff luncheon alive and will work with the Soroptimists to pull it off.
Our student of the week this week was Nia Edmunds, who is also Carlé High School's girls arm wrestling champion.
“She is an exceptional student who always works hard and doesn't let anything get in her way,” said super secretary Barbara Dye.
Upcoming events consist of Gary Martins' portfolio at 1:45 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, and the end of the third grading period on Friday, Jan. 28.
Karalena Cole is a student at Carlé Continuation High School in Lower Lake, Calif.
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UKIAH, Calif. – Students and high school seniors planning to enroll at Mendocino College for the Fall 2011 semester are encouraged to complete a scholarship application by Tuesday, March 1.
Last year, the Mendocino College Foundation and a variety of other donors awarded more than $160,000 in scholarships and book awards to 163 Mendocino College students.
Scholarships range from $250 to $2500 and will be awarded in May for the fall 2011 semester.
The scholarship application is online at www.mendocino.edu. Simply click on “for students” then “scholarships” and select “application packet.”
Students need only fill out one application to be considered for all scholarships for which they meet the donors’ criteria. Last year, applicants were considered in 31 categories and some applicants received as many as three scholarships.
A complete scholarship application packet includes a scholarship application form, student essay, two recommendation letters, and high school seniors need to include their high school transcripts.
Scholarship applications are judged on the student essay, educational goals, academic achievement, financial need, donor criteria, community service and/or volunteerism and neatness.
According to Foundation President Channing Cornell, “the single most important piece of the scholarship packet is the 'student essay.' The student essay should clearly demonstrate the students educational and career goals. It should include qualities such as accomplishments, family background and reflect student’s values and background. Successful essays are clear, concise and neatly prepared.”
Scholarship recipients and their families are invited to attend the annual spring awards ceremony in May at which time they will receive their awards and be honored for their accomplishments.
For more information about the Mendocino College Foundation Scholarship Program, please contact Lana Eberhard, scholarship coordinator at 707-467-1018.
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UKIAH, Calif. – Mendocino College campuses in Ukiah, Lakeport and Willits are busily gearing up for the start of the spring semester as is the scholarship program operated by the Mendocino College Foundation.
“The foundation is actively seeking donors to provide one time or perpetual student scholarships” stated Kathy Lehner, president of Mendocino College.
Scholarship donors have a wonderful opportunity to provide needed financial support that inspires and motivates students to reach their academic goals.
As a result of donor support, in the of spring 2010 the scholarship program awarded over $160,000 to 163 students enrolled at Mendocino College.
Any individual or organization can create a scholarship in their name with a contribution of $250 or more.
Scholarships are often developed to honor or remember family members, friends, organizations or colleagues.
Donors are asked what criteria they would like used in selecting scholarship recipients which can include grade point average, number of units enrolled or completed, and they can be created to provide training in specific areas of study like nursing, education, art or athletics to name a few.
The need for additional financial support is at an all time high with increased living expenses and tuition and textbook costs.
“Donor supported scholarships can and do make a difference in people’s lives,” according to Foundation President Channing Cornell. “Each spring the foundation directors participate in the selection process and honor recipients at the annual awards ceremony. Each year we read these remarkable student essays which remind us of what it means to overcome obstacles, thrive and meet a goal.”
This year’s deadline date for creating a new or renewing an existing scholarship is April 8.
For more information about the Mendocino College Foundation Scholarship Program, please contact the office at 707-467-1018.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California Community Colleges Chancellor Jack Scott announced Tuesday that the state board of governors appointed 21 individuals to a Student Success Task Force during its January 2011 meeting.
The task force will meet regularly during the next 12 months and develop a strategic blueprint to help community college students to succeed.
“California stands ready to lead the nation in developing innovative reforms to foster improved certificate and degree completion rates,” said Chancellor Jack Scott. “Attaining a college degree is a key indicator of how an individual will fare over his or her lifetime. Community colleges are on the front line of serving all students seeking a degree, however, many of these students must overcome significant life challenges in order to graduate. Ensuring access to higher education is only half the equation, equally important is granting students a legitimate opportunity to succeed upon entering the classroom,” Scott concluded.
The task force includes a broad array of academic, research and business leaders and will be chaired by board of governors member Dr. Peter MacDougall.
The task force will examine strategies for promoting student success, including improving student assessment, delivering remedial instruction, increasing access to financial aid and academic counseling and identifying national funding models to incentivize completion rates.
“Throughout the nation college administrators are facing shrinking budgets and increasing demands to enroll and graduate more students,” said task force chair Peter MacDougall. “The only possible way for improving graduation rates is to realign funding priorities to coincide with academic performance. Courses and programs geared toward helping students walk across a stage wearing a cap and gown on graduation day must be our first priority.”
Californians holding an associate or bachelor’s degree are likely to earn $1 million more in their lifetime than a person who holds only a high school diploma. For every $1 invested in higher education, an additional $3 is generated in tax revenue.
Yet, studies indicate educational attainment is declining nationally with each younger generation. Considering these findings, in 2010 Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger approved Senate Bill 1143, authored by Carol Liu. SB 1143 calls upon the California Community Colleges Board of Governors to adopt a plan for improving student success by 2012. It also authorizes the creation of a task force on student success.
“A robust community college system assures access to higher learning for all Californians,” said state Senator Carol Liu. “I am hopeful my legislation will stimulate systemic change among our state’s 112 community colleges and tip the scale of access and student success back into balance.”
Additional facts:
• The Chancellor’s Office is seeking grant funding to support the 12-month effort.
• The California Community Colleges enroll more than 70 percent of the public undergraduate student population in California and 25 percent of all students enrolled in a community college nationwide.
• 52 percent of degree-seeking community college students complete a certificate, associate degree or transfer to a four-year university within six years (source: California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office).
• California stands to be nearly 1 million degree holders short of meeting the workforce demand by the year 2025, reported the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC).
• Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that occupations requiring an associate degree will grow the fastest of any occupations from 2008-2018, at about 19 percent.
• In 2010, Hispanics for the first time surpassed the 50 percent mark of California’s K-12 population.
• College success rates among Latinos and blacks are disproportionately low.
Student Success Task Force members are Dr. Manuel Baca, professor of government, Rio Hondo College; Christopher Cabaldon, mayor, West Sacramento; Dr. Constance M. Carroll, chancellor, San Diego Community College District; Tara Cooper, matriculation student personnel assistant, American River College; Dr. Yasmin Delahoussaye, interim vice chancellor of educational programs and institutional effectiveness, Los Angeles Community College District; Dr. Benjamin Duran, superintendent/president, Merced College; Dr. Dennis Gervin, vice president of student learning, Columbia College; Dr. Robert Gabriner, director, Ed.D. program for schools and community college leadership, San Francisco State University; Richard Hansen, mathematics instructor, Foothill College; Dr. Brice Harris, chancellor, Los Rios Community College District; Sen. Carol Liu, 21st District; Rubén Lizardo, associate director, PolicyLink; Dr. Peter MacDougall, president emeritus, Santa Barbara City College; Dr. Jeannette Mann, president, California Community College Trustees; Dr. Ted Mitchell, president and CEO, New Schools Venture Fund; Dr. David Morse, English professor, Long Beach City College; Alex Pader, president, Student Senate for California Community Colleges; Dr. Jane Patton, president, Academic Senate; Cynthia Rico-Bravo, counselor/professor, counseling faculty, San Diego Mesa College; David Rattray, senior vice president of education and workforce development, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce; and Dr. Nancy Shulock, professor/director, Institute for Higher Education Leadership and Policy, California State University.