Lucia Mar Unified School District Adult Education’s class schedule for spring and summer 2012 is now available. The Adult Education program offers vocational classes for people interested in becoming pharmacy technicians or clinical medical assistants. There are also “just for fun” classes focusing on subjects such as glass fusion, Millefiori jewelry making, watercolor, laptop proficiency, […]
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The Glendon Association launches a new webinar series
Want to learn how to become a better parent or child-care provider? The Glendon Association and PsychAlive are launching their 2012 webinar series with classes from parenting expert Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, co-author of The Whole Brain Child with Dr. Dan Siegel. Participants will learn new strategies to nurture the developing minds of their children, […]
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Local early childhood development group gets Race to the Top money
First 5 Santa Barbara County recently got some exciting news: It’s going to be one of the 16 participants in California’s successful Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge grant application to the federal government. First 5 will act as lead organization of a regional leadership consortium tasked with developing an early care and education […]
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The Discovery Museum is turning 15!
In celebration of the Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum’s 15th anniversary, museum employees are holding an ongoing fundraiser to keep educational programs running smoothly and admission prices affordable. There will also be a special party on Jan. 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the museum, 705 S. McClelland St. in Santa Maria to recognize past board […]
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Another school year over
Let’s look back on what happened at schools in Northern Santa Barbara County in 2011. There were some highs—schools and organizations received some much-needed grants and supplies—and some lows, like budget cuts and layoffs. Still, teachers, parents, and administrators continued to fight the good fight of teaching children to be good future citizens […]
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Fit college in on the weekends
There’s a way for busy people to fit college into their schedules: Allan Hancock College’s Saturday-only credit classes. “We know our students are extremely busy. Many work and have other commitments. Saturday classes allow people more flexibility as they plan their college schedules,” Rebecca Alarcio, the college’s director of public affairs and publications, said in […]
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Hancock establishes a new endowment fund
Thanks to a generous donor, the Allan Hancock College Foundation has created a new, permanent endowment fund. According to foundation officials, the new fund is unique because its donations remain intact and are invested. Only the investment revenue is spent. The fund’s initial donor wanted to “establish a way for individuals or groups to give […]
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St. Mary school celebrates Our Lady of Guadalupe
Nearly 300 St. Mary of the Assumption School students, family members, and faculty members gathered before sunrise on Dec. 12 to begin the school’s Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration. After praying, singing Las Mananitas, and honoring the Lady of Guadalupe with flowers, the students gathered for breakfast and enjoyed a performance by Righetti […]
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Why Christmas Trees Aren’t Perfect, by Richard H. Schneider
recommended for all ages to share for holiday cheer
Richard Schneider’s 1988 seasonal classic has everything children adore: a queen, a castle, a magic forest, and small animals. Schneider weaves a lovely tale with a wonderful message for all ages, which has never been more timely: Small, random acts of kindness do count and can have a lasting impact on both the giver and […]
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Need money for school?
The Allan Hancock College Financial Aid office distributed more than $11 million in student federal and state financial aid and scholarships during the 2010-11 academic year. Officials are encouraging current and future students to learn more about applying for their own financial aid. The application process is quick and easy, and those who qualify may […]
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Give the gift of books
Children’s books make great gifts, and during the month of December the Allan Hancock College Bookstore is making gift giving even more appealing by matching every children’s book sold with the donation of a book to Hancock’s Children’s Center Lab School. The books were purchased by the bookstore, but handpicked by the Children’s Center staff. […]
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Local schools donate food to charity
Schools throughout Northern Santa Barbara County are getting into the holiday spirit this year by collecting donations for local nonprofits. In Santa Maria, the students at Rice Elementary School recently collected two shopping carts’ worth of food to donate to the Santa Barbara County Foodbank and the People of Greatness Community Center. Located at 1503 […]