Blood Drive

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Temple City Life
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TCHS indoor drum line excels in competition
PHOTO BY PETER CHOI Temple City High School’s outstanding indoor drum line held at Cal State San Bernardino where they took second
U.S. Rep. Judy Chu and honoree Helen Chen Marston took fifth place out of 48 schools at the state champion- out of 19. At the WGI Regional competition in Las Vegas,
ship competition, April 9, at the Citizens Business Bank the drum line took third place out of 12 schools in their
Helen Chen Marston
Arena in Ontario. The drum line has consistently placed first competition outside California. The drum line will
in the top five at its competitions this season, with its best perform as part of Temple City High School’s Symphony
honored by Rep. Chu as placement March 20 at the WGI Western Championships Pops Concert at 6 p.m., May 24, at TCHS Senior Circle.
Woman of Distinction Temple City community
Temple City Planning Commissioner Helen Chen
blood drive, May 18
Marston was honored by U.S. Representative Judy
Chu as one of her 2016 Women of Distinction for
the city of Temple City, at a packed luncheon, April The Temple City Community Blood Drive will be 12 Blood
16. noon to 6 p.m., May 18 at the TCUSD District Office,
This was the seventh year Congresswoman Chu 9700 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City.
has recognized amazing women of the 27th district, The blood drive is co-sponsored by the Temple City
a great honor that is bestowed to exceptional women Unified School District, the City of Temple City, and the
for their impressive contributions to the community. Temple City Chamber of Commerce.
Mrs. Marston was one of 14 women, each from a Donors must have a photo identification to donate.
Drive
city across the San Gabriel Valley, who received the To make an appointment to donate blood, visit the blood
Congressional Women of the Year Award at the stand- drive Web site at www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor
ing-room only ceremony held at the San Gabriel code TCUSD or phone Lynne Burkardt at 626-548-5120.
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Temple City businesswoman
Helen Chen Marston chosen as
Woman of Distinction
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Masonic Temple.
During the event emceed by ABC7 co-anchor David Ono, Ms.
Marston was cited by Congresswoman Chu for her donation of
time and energy in support of a variety of causes in Temple City,
most notably leading the fundraising efforts to outfit the Temple
City High School Marching Band with new uniforms for the
2015 Rose Bowl. Last year Ms. Marston and her husband Larry,
who was recently elected to the Temple City Unified School Dis-
trict Board of Directors, were Bronze Sponsors of the 2015 Re-
lay for Life and Senior Scholarship Donors of the Dr. Doug Sears
Learning Center. They have also sponsored St. Luke’s Parish Fi-
esta, the Miss Temple City Ambassador Pageant, and the Temple
City Camellia Festival Flyover.
A super successful realtor with Keller Williams and a long-
time Chamber member, Ms. Marston brings her positive per-
sonality, keen intelligence combined with a high level of profes-
sionalism to deliver excellent customer service to her clients.
During the luncheon, Mrs. Marston was also presented a certificate by Temple City Mayor Vincent Yu.
For more information about Ms. Marston, go to
From left are Temple City City Manager Bryan Cook, Mayor Pro Tem Cynthia Sternquist, TCUSD Board
www.HelensRealEstate.com or email her at [email protected] member (and husband) Larry Marston, honoree Helen Chen Marston, Mayor Vincent Yu, City
or phone either 626-353-9665 (cell) or 626-386-7888 (office). Councilmember William Man, and Chamber President Peter Choi.
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HAMBER EWS IEWS
Temple City Animal Hospital
SSiinnccee 11995522
Dr. Carol Johannsen-
Crittenden, DVM
UC DAVIS
Dr. Neil Bodie, DVM
UC DAVIS
Dr. Bruce Carlson, DVM
COLORADO STATE UNIV.
Dr. Debbie Hu, DVM
PURDUE UNIV.
Dr. Lisa Nguyen, DVM
UNIV. OF ILLINOIS
Member American Full Service Family Veterinarians
Animal Hospital
Association
Internal Medicine & Surgery Temple City Animal Hospital
Spay & Neuter
OPEN WEEKDAYS 8 A.M. UNTIL 8 P.M.
Vaccines OPEN SATURDAYS 9 A.M. UNTIL 5 P.M.
Senior Pet Care 5406 N. Rosemead Blvd. (One block south of Broadway)
Pocket Pets www.templecityanimalhospital.com Attendees enjoyed dinner at the April 25 Chamber Networking Mixer hosted by
Grooming & Boarding 626-287-1173 Toastmaster’s Club of Temple City at Live Oak Park.
At the April 25 Chamber Networking Mixer were, from left, City Coun-
cil member Tom Chavez, Wendell Beard, Gerard Artienza (Toastmaster’s
President), Michelle Freridge (Executive Director, Asian Youth Center).
Lunch n’ Learn
From left are tax experts Luz Orozco, Martha Delachaussee and Franklin
Ruedel who assisted an attendee during the Chamber’s free April 26
Lunch and Learn Seminar on Payroll Taxes for Small Businesses.
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Temple City
Neighborhood
Watch areas
Area 5
Neighborhood
Watch Meeting
May 19
The Temple City Neighborhood Watch Meeting for May is located in Area 5 and
will take place from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. May19, at Westminster Presbyterian Church,
9642 Live Oak Ave., Temple City. All residents are welcome, not only those in Area 5.
Free dinner is provided. See chart above or view the Neighborhood Watch Meeting
Map at http://www.ci.temple-city.ca.us/DocumentCenter/View/5255.
El Monte/South El Monte (EMSEM) Chamber Executive Director Ken Rausch and
Temple City Chamber President Peter Choi.
Sam’s Club named Club of the Year
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and I am extremely proud of what they
have done, what they are doing and
what they will continue to do in this
community.”
Local dignitaries and business lead-
ers delivered congratulations as a
deejay pumped up hundreds of em-
ployees and management. After the
deserved acknowledgements of many savings and services to millions of
employees and management whose ef- members in 652 clubs in the U.S. and
forts contributed to this honor, the fes- Puerto Rico.
tive crowd enjoyed a sumptuous bar- Chamber members are encouraged
becue with delicious food and drink to email Jody Ruckle at
from, where else, Sam’s Club. [email protected] for informa-
Sam’s Club®, a division of Wal-Mart tion on the club’s business membership
Stores, is a leading membership ware- and related business programs.
house club offering superior products,
Friends and family serving friends and family
Temple City Dental Care
Jack Von Bulow, DDS
9929 East Las Tunas Drive
Temple City, CA 91780
Top Dentist
2011-2016
626.285.3161 www.templecitydental.com
Complimentary consultation
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Chamber News
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OMMUNITY EADER ROGRAM
For Pete’s Sake –
Th ese companies have joined with the Chamber to give back
to the local community.
Th eir support greatly assists our engagement Come with us to Discover China
with both the business community
and the many community groups
and service organizations in our city. Last year the Chamber presented a fabulous all- • All tour fees
inclusive trip to “Discover China” that was a huge • Deluxe in-country transportation and local air-
TThhaannkk YYoouu success. farePresident,
We heard nothing but positive reviews from the • Experienced English-speaking tour guides
group that enjoyed an experience of a lifetime, so • All taxes and airport fees
we are excited to present this year’s Discover China Prices are based on two-person shared accom-
trip package departing Oct. 7. This time we are in- modation; single occupancy is available for an ad-
cluding two nights in the ancient city of Xi’an, ditional charge of $500. Deadline for registration
home of the world famous Terra Cotta warriors. is Aug. 1.
We are once again partnering with Citslinc In- The Chamber is hosting a free information
ternational Inc. to provide a 9-day, all-inclusive tour seminar from 5:30-7 p.m., on June 15, in the
of Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai for $2,499 per per- Chamber Boardroom (9050 Las Tunas Drive,
son (chamber members get a $100 discount for a Temple City).
$2,399 package). A Citslinc representative will answer questions
Citslinc is one of the largest providers of for- about the trip itinerary, visa application, and travel
eign tours to China and works exclusively with tips followed by a Q & A. Travelers who sign up at
more than 800 chambers of commerce in Canada the meeting will receive a $50 discount. Please at-
and the U.S. This fully escorted trip offers an in- tend - you may win a door prize.
troduction to the people, history, culture, com- More than 20,000 people traveled with Citslinc
merce and daily life of this exciting country with a on Chamber tours last year alone. I had the oppor-
packed itinerary of sights and activities that will tunity to travel to China last April with them and I
provide a full and rewarding travel experience. was impressed by their high level of professional
I can attest from personal experience that there service. This trip completely changed my under-
are few things in life like standing on the Great Wall standing of China and I came away with an en-
of China or to view the Bund skyline in Shanghai. tirely new-found appreciation for its people and
When I took the trip last year I was struck by its future.
how much we covered and how comfortable it was More details on the entire trip are posted on our
staying in 4-5 star hotels, sightseeing in our own Web site at www.templecitychamber.com or phone
private luxury bus with an English speaking guide, Phuong or me at the Chamber office at 626-286-
and starting the day with a super deluxe gourmet 3101 or e-mail [email protected]
breakfast buffet. P.S. – Of course, travel to China requires a visa.
The trip departs Oct. 7, 2016 and returns Oct. While obtaining the visa is the traveler’s responsibil-
15. Your trip includes: ity, the Chamber will handle the visa application for
Michelle Freridge, Executive Director of the Asian Youth Center, crosses
• Roundtrip international airfare from LAX an additional $155 per U.S. passport. (This price is
one of the New 7 Wonders of the World off her bucket list.
• 4-and-5-star hotel accommodations subject to change if the Chinese Consulate raises their
• Three meals per day price.)
Temple City Life
A publication of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce.
Temple City Life is published at 9050 Las Tunas Drive,
Temple City, CA 91780. 626-286-3101
Peter Choi............................................Editor and Publisher
Phuong Mac Grinstead.....................Assistant to the Editor
Philip Pettus................Managing Editor, Graphics, Design
Sheryl Rubin.......................................................Copy Editor
Assistant Editor/Student Affairs....................Jessica Huang
Temple City Life is a monthly publication produced by the
Temple City Chamber of Commerce and distributed to homes
and businesses in Temple City and vicinity. Articles submitted
and printed in the Temple City Life do not necessarily reflect
the opinion of the Temple City Chamber of Commerce or its
Board of Directors. Information is published to inform the
public and stimulate discussion.
Officers and Board of Directors
2015 – 2016
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Peter Choi................................................................President/CEO
Ed Chen.................................................Chairman of the Board
Athens Services
Judy Huie Mena......................................................... Vice Chair
Planet Preschool
Margaret Healy......................................Chief Financial Officer
Quality Bookkeeping
Nevin Kamath.............................................................. Secretary
C.I.A.M.
BOARD MEMBERS
Brian Barreto......................................................Board Member
Kelly Blake ..........................................................Board Member
Gabriel Lynn.......................................................Board Member
Rita Padilla..........................................................Board Member
Franklin Ruedel..................................................Board Member
Jim Walden..........................................................Board Member
EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBER
Councilmember Nanette Fish ............... Liaison for City of TC
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Chamber Calendar for May
Saturday, May 7, 2 p.m., New York Life Seminar: Saving for College, Chamber
Boardroom, 9050 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City.
Monday, May 9, 12 noon to 1 p.m., Board Meeting , Chamber Boardroom.
May 20, Submission deadline, Temple City Life.
May 30, Memorial Day, Chamber office closed.
Discover China
During the 2015 Discover China tour Michelle Freridge and her mother Marcia
Freridge explore the Great Wall. For the 2016 trip beginning Oct. 7, the tour
includes two nights in the ancient city of Xi’an, home of the world famous
Terra Cotta warriors. See story, advertisement on Page 4.
Reserve space for May 7 free
seminar on saving for college
Only 10 spaces remain for a free seminar by Chamber member Joe Chia who
will discuss college savings plans at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 7, at the Temple City
Chamber of Commerce, 9050 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City.
Three major risks can deter parents from saving
for their children’s college: taxes, inflation and mar-
ket risk. Mr. Chia will discuss each in detail while an-
swering these questions:
• When saving for college, how much is enough?
• Are there guarantees that cash will grow and won’t
be susceptible to market downturn?
• How does the FAFSA decide if kids are qualified
for student loans? ©2016 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the
• If funded properly, can college tuition be paid Equal Opportunity Act. Each Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office is owned by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell
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New York Life and the Temple City Chamber of
Commerce are working together to provide a pro-
fessional environment so parents can make a safe
and well educated college saving plan for your fam-
ily.
Only 10 spaces are available, so please RSVP
ASAP. To reserve a space or for more information,
phone the Chamber at 626-286-3101 or email 9216 Las Tunas Drive
[email protected].
Temple City CA 91780
[phone]
Welcoming New Patients and Smiles!
Joe Chia
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Eat and Meet
Lunch Mixer
Chef and Owner Norma Perez wel-
comed a packed house of Chamber
members to enjoy her delicious
Oaxacan cuisine at the Chamber of
Commerce quarterly Eat and Meet
Lunch Mixer at El Ruizenor Grill on
Wednesday, April 20. The restaurant is
located at 5818 Temple City Blvd. and
offers many specials like their popular
99 cent Taco Tuesdays.
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Beating the Fear Factor Making
Dentistry Fun
Only 50% of the U.S. population time to me, someone who’d never be-
has a happy dental home. And, seem- fore experienced an injection from a By Jack Von Bulow, D.D.S.
ingly every day, the connection be- dentist (much less a nervous rookie Jack Von Bulow, DDS, was named Top Dentist by Pasadena Magazine
(2011-2013). Temple City Dental Care is located at 9929 E. Las Tunas Drive,
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Miss Temple City
Community News
Ambassador Pageant, June 1
27 Quick and Easy Fix Ups to Sell
Your Home Fast and for Top Dollar
Because your home may well be your largest asset, selling it is
probably one of the most important decisions you will make in
your life. And once you have made that decision, you’ll want to
sell your home for the highest price in the shortest time possible
without compromising your sanity. Before you place your home
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released called “27 Valuable Tips That You Should Know to Get
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tough, aggressive marketplace.
Through these 27 tips you will discover how to protect and
capitalize on your most important investment, reduce stress, be
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this report you’ll discover how to avoid financial disappointment This year’s pageant will take place at the Historical Society. Photo by Peter Choi.
or worse, a financial disaster when selling your home. Using a
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can make or break the sale of your home. New Miss Temple City to be crowned June 1
You owe it to yourself to learn how these important tips will
give you the competitive edge to get your home sold fast and for
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Outgoing Miss Temple City and her Honor Court at the 2015 Youth Career Fair. Welcoming the public,
they were (l-r) Miss Temple City Anita Velazquez, Youth Fair organizer Michelle Lau, and Honor Court
members Joanna Hua, Kayla Gan, Celena Chen and Rachel Lin. Photo by Peter Choi.
Meet the Contestants
Danni Qu Xiao Yu Li
A 16-year-old student currently attending Recently selected as co-captain of the cross
Temple City High School, Danni is in the school country and running team at Temple City High
orchestra and active in the arts and films class School, 16-year-old Xiao Yu is a trainee in the Peer
known as Dragonflicks where she operates behind Listeners Program working toward becoming a
the scenes during shows and concerts. “Red Shirt” to be an active listener.
When she’s not cheering on sports teams, she As the fundraising director for her school’s
can be found in the library reading her favorite UNICEF club, she has raised funds to help moth-
genres of romance, mystery, and fantasy. ers and children in undeveloped countries lead a
Outside school, Danni likes to draw and is in- safe and healthy life.
volved with the Pasadena Youth Philharmonic Or- She is also the co-president of the LGBTQ Equal-
chestra. ity club where she supports students become their
Her hobbies include watching comedy shows, authentic self while understanding that it gets bet-
listening to music, practicing origami and sewing, ter.
but her passion is trying new foods from around Throughout the year, she dedicates her time tu-
the world. toring a 6-year old homeless child and designing a
In the future she hopes to double major in mu- curriculum to fill the gaps in his education as he
sic and art, but in the meantime she is focused on transitions to elementary school. She also
being active in the Miss Temple City program and volunteers in the summer with a Digital Learning
encouraging other young ladies to try out for what Center on Skid Row to allow K-8th grade children
they love and want to be.
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Danni Qu Xiao Yu Li Joy Hsu Allison Yao
CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE ber of the cross country and long-distance and a freelance graphic designer. In the
access to technology. track teams who has earned two medals past, she has designed for Barnabas Ro-
When she is not helping homeless chil- from the annual League of Champions botics, Huvor Here, and Paul Shih Realty.
dren, she can be found volunteering at track meet at Azusa Pacific University. Stephanie is what most would call a
Methodist Hospital where she provides She is also a three-year member of night owl, and loves being awake when the
comfort to family members waiting for marching band, and has participated in rest of the world is not, blogging or watch-
their loved ones in surgery. the Temple City Unified School District ing movies in her room.
In her spare time, Xiao Yu loves to be music program for seven years. An avid traveler and sentimentalist,
one with nature and enjoys hikes, work- She serves as an apprentice student di- Stephanie loves to explore new places and
ing out, rock climbing, and ice skating. rector in the Pride of Temple City drum take millions of photographs so that she
Her perfect day consists of a walk in major program, receiving five medals can capture and remember the moments
the mountains with light drizzling rain from competing annually in the World forever.
with friends or family, then snuggling in Drum Major Association. One day, she dreams of touring all four
bed with a good book and a cup of hot As a member of the Pride of Temple corners of the earth and completely im-
chocolate. City: Marching Band and Pageantry mersing herself in the rich and diverse
In the future, she plans on running a Corps, a highlight for Allison was march- cultures of people all around the world. Stephanie Shih
marathon and continuing her active ing in the 2015 Rose Parade. But for now, she is very content with her
lifestyle. Outside of school, Allison likes to jour- little bubble that is Temple City. CONTESTANT PHOTOS BY KIM SICKLES
She wants to pursue a career in educa- nal, visit the gym, sing, and spend time
tion and counseling or pharmaceutical with her friends. She also enjoys engag- Flu Vaccines for
chemistry and medicine. ing with nature, often visiting places such
Her life motto is to “be like the sun and as the Huntington Library, and hiking. Adults $25
warm the Earth” and spread joy and hap- A highly involved member in her
piness to those around her. church community, she attends mission
Free for children if qualified
trips and church outings and performs
Joy Hsu for VFC Program
regularly with her high school ministry
Joy Hsu is a 17-year-old student at
worship team.
Temple City High School. A three-year
In the future, Allison aspires to gradu-
member of Cross Country and one of
next year’s captains, Joy enjoys going for ate from high school with honors, and CCaallll FFoorr AAnn AAppppooiinnttmmeenntt 662266--228844--33330000 eexxtt 222211
hopes to pursue a degree in psychology
long runs during weekends and recently
or music at a four-year university.
ran half of the L.A. Marathon with Team
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World Vision to provide clean water for Stephanie Shih
Medicare, Healthy Families, HMOs, and PPOs.
people in Africa. A dreamer and free spirit, Stephanie is
In addition to her responsibilities as a a 16-year-old junior at Temple City High Low cost services are available for the uninsured.
cabinet member of many campus orga- School who has been selected to represent
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Tale), Joy tutors after school at the English Kindness.
Literacy Center and also enjoys knitting She is also a member,
and sewing. and the next President, of
On Sundays, Joy plays the viola in the Model United Nations,
Sunrise Orchestra for the morning service and attended a confer-
at the First Church of the Nazarene of ence at UCLA back in
Pasadena. During the summer, Joy November of last year.
volunteers at Longden Elementary School Although Stephanie is
and the Temple City Education Center. not positive on which
Away from school, Joy engages with her college she would like to
younger sister in shared clubs and athlet- attend in the future, she
ics, and with her older sister, who has has a great passion for
Down’s Syndrome, in impromptu sing- writing, and hopes to
alongs during long car rides and weekend- major in journalism and
long Disney movie marathons. communications and one
After graduation, Joy hopes to attend day be an editor at a well-
an out-of-state university and pursue a known publication.
career in psychology or pharmacy, but Stephanie is the cur-
also aspires to travel the world and expe- rent news editor of
rience different cultures with a goal of Temple City High
setting foot on each of the seven conti- School’s student-run
nents. publication, Rampage,
Allison Yao and will be next year’s
A 17-year-old student attending managing editor. She was
Temple City High School, Allison is ac- also assistant editor of
tive in many campus groups including the Student Affairs for the
Peer Listener program, LINK Crew, con- Chamber of Commerce’s
cert choir, the Science Olympiad team, monthly newspaper,
and an avid member of the annual school Temple City Life.
musical. In addition to writing,
With a passion for music and arts, Stephanie also has a great
Allison serves as secretary of the Quill interest in art and graphic
Connect Club and the Chamber Music design. She is the creative
Club where she is a flute player. director and designer of
Denny Chiu, D. C.
Allison considers running an integral a student-run graphic de-
part of her life and is a three-year mem- sign firm, Technovelty,
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Brian Chiou, center, holds an enlarged version of his scholarship check.
PHOTO BY JERRY JAMBAZIAN, WWW.TEMPLECITYPHOTOS.COM TCHS Senior Receives Edison Scholarship
Emperor School conducts annual STEAM night
More than 300 families enjoyed interactive learning at Emperor Elementary School’s Temple City High School Senior cal, civil, computer, industrial, computer
Eighth Annual Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Night, Brian Chiou was elated when Edison In- sciences, information systems, environ-
formally known as Math and Science Night, March 24. Parents and students enjoyed ternational surprised him with a $40,000 mental sciences) and plan to pursue
the science fair, played math games, participated in Hour of Code, enjoyed displays from scholarship check during his Advanced studies in Science, Technology, Engineer-
the jet propulsion laboratory, Audubon Society, Emperor and Oak Robotics Teams, Google Placement Calculus class at Temple City ing or Math, the STEM fields, full time
Cardboard, and plasma and neo-Newtonian fluid activities. High School, April 13. at a four-year college or university.
Brian’s goal is to study mechanical en- Edison International is the parent
TCUSD Remembers Cesar Chavez gineering at the University of California, company for Southern California Edison
San Diego. (SCE).
with visit from his grandson Each year since 2006, the $1.2 million Scholarship recipients are selected
Edison Scholars Program awards from Edison’s service area and are also
$40,000 scholarships paid over four years eligible to apply for summer internships
Emperor Elementary School wel-
to 30 high school seniors who want to at SCE after completing their second year
comed Cesar L. Chavez, grandson of
become engineers (electrical, mechani- of college.
Cesar Chavez, founder and late leader of
the United Farm Workers Union, to help
celebrate Emperor’s 3rd Annual Cesar
Chavez Day, March 21.
With all-school assemblies, Emperor
Eagles learned about Cesar Chavez’s life-
long work advocating for social justice
for farmworkers.
Mr. Chavez spoke of his grandfather’s
ability to bring fair wages and help to
eradicate mistreatment of farmworkers.
Oak Instructor Jessica Goold, Cesar
Emperor introduced Mr. Chavez to
Chavez, Oak Principal Lawton Gray.
Oak Avenue Intermediate School and on
March 21, Oak held two assemblies for
Mr. Chavez to talk to students about his to take advantage of their opportunities.
grandfather’s life, all of the things he ac- March 31 is commemorated as Cesar
complished with only an eighth grade Chavez Day to promote service to the
education, and how his grandfather was community in honor of Cesar Chavez’s
instrumental in getting rights for life and work. Everyone is urged to ob-
Oak’s Aesop Gone Viral team is composed of students Amanda Tsang, Rosalind Tran,
farmworkers and helping to get many serve this day with appropriate service,
Serena Ong, Emily Bacheller and Ranneme Abu Hajar.
dangerous pesticides banned. community, and educational programs
Mr. Chavez challenged Oak students to honor Cesar Chavez’s enduring legacy. Oak Ave. Intermediate’s Odyssey of
the Mind team competes at state level
Oak Avenue Intermediate School’s Riverside, April 2. Oak’s Odyssey of the
Odyssey of the Mind team attended the Mind team members did not place high
Los Angeles Basin Odyssey of the Mind enough to continue on to compete at the
Regional Tournament at San Marino world level but had a fantastic experience
High School, Feb. 27. that will allow them to develop their
Forty-four teams from the Los Ange- team to achieve a higher level of compe-
les basin and surrounding areas attended tition in the future.
the competition. The Odyssey of the Mind Program
Each team had to choose one of the promotes creativity by challenging teams
five problems offered and provide a cre- to solve divergent problems.
ative solution. By working in teams, participants
The teams were judged on three lev- learn teamwork, the appreciation and
els: an eight-minute program outlined understanding of others, and that a
in the problem, the style in which it was group is a more powerful thinking force
presented and a spontaneous problem than one individual.
solved at the competition. The purpose of the program is to pro-
Two teams from Oak participated this vide students with an exciting learning
year and the “Aesop Gone Viral” team experience that promises to be challeng-
placed second in its division and ad- ing and fun.
vanced to the state level competition, at Odyssey of the Mind is a world-wide
the University of California at Riverside, creative problem-solving competition
April 2. Oak students Amanda Tsang, for students of all ages.
Rosalind Tran, Serena Ong, Emily Student teams of students select a
Bacheller and Ranneme Abu Hajar, are problem, create a solution, and present
excited to represent the Los Angeles ba- their solution in a competition against
sin at this event. other teams in the same problem and
Oak’s Odyssey of the Mind team com- division. Winning teams move on to
peted in the State tournament held at UC state, national and world competitions.