El Chicano May 08 2014

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Children’s bicycle and safety expo aims at building a healthy Redlands

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Bike riders test rode their wheels through a safety course at the 5th annual Bike, Health and Safety Expo at the Redlands Mall May 3.

families from attending the annual was presented by Redlands Police Children’s Bicycle Health and Department, Ride Yourself Fit, he nearly 90 degree Safety Expo Saturday morning at Inc. and Redlands Community weather and plenty of sun- the Redlands Mall--all in hopes of Expo, cont. on next pg. shine didn’t stop dozens of some new wheels.

The event, now in its fifth year,

By Yazmin Alvarez

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Fundraiser to help digitally archive Black History in the I.E. set May 17

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Summer reading program kicks off at Redlands bookstore

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By Yazmin Alvarez

kickoff party to unleash the dog days of summer for young bookworms and anxious page-turners is planned May 9.

The free party to launch the Summer Reading Program at Barnes & Noble runs from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Redlands store, 27460 Lugonia Avenue.

The program is open to children in grades Prekindergarten through 5th grade and is aimed at keeping youngsters engaged during the summer months, said Laurie Aldern, community relations manager at the Redlands store.

Young readers attending the kickoff party will receive a journal to log eight books read during the summer months. Once the log is complete, readers return the journal to receive a free book.

Getting the party started will be guest Author Adam Glendon Sidwell launching his newest book, “Fetch,” and offering up storytimes will special “fur”-end, Elly, a therapy dog.

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Author Adam Glendon Sidwell will help kick off this year’s reading program by introducing his new book, “Fetch” May 9.

In addition to some paw-sitive To learn more about the summer reading, party activities during the program, call 909-793-4945. evening will include facepainting, crafts and cupcake decorating at a Read, cont. on next pg. minimal cost.

he Wilmer Amina Carter Foundation will host a fundraiser and gallery brunch May 17.

The inaugural event, “Bridges Carried Us Over: that Archiving Black History in the I.E.” will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Orange Show in San Bernardino, 689 S E Street.

The foundation invites the community to join in the effort to help digitally preserve histories, stories, and legacies of African Americans settlers in the Inland area.

The event will feature stories, dance, poetry and song.

Cost is $50 per person and benefits digital archiving.

Sponsorships are still available.

To learn more about the Wilmer Amina Carter Foundation or for ticket information, visit www.thecbsfoundation.com or call, 909-8204406.

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HSSBV plans Paw Party he Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley will be hosting a Paw Party- A HSSBV Fundraiser.

The free fun is set May 17 Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Humane Society, 374 W Orange Show Road, San Bernardino.

Festivities include a Walk for the Animals, The event will be a day of fun for pets and their people with activities such as a Doggie Day Spa, Pet Photos, Pet Caricatures, a Pooch Play Area, vendors, raffles, a 50/50 drawing and a Walk for Animals.

Anyone raising over $100 in pledges for the walk will receive a free event t-shirt while supplies last.

All money raised at Paw Party will go directly to the HSSBV programs and services.

Paw Party is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, Empire Company and PK Design.

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Local author launches newest book

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Kendra Jimenez of Redlands takes home a new bike after her son, Issac, gave her his raffle ticket in hopes of winning. Jimenez plans to join her family on bike rides throughout the city.

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Hospital in an effort to promote a healthy and active lifestyle through cycling and good eating habits.

“We’re about health and bike safety and starting with children is the best time,” said Dr. Alesandra Wilson, who founded Ride Yourself Fit, Inc. along with her husband, Steve. The two led the bicycle event through their organization annually and this year partnered with the police department for the event in hopes of reaching more youth.

“We’re hoping to plant the seed of a healthy lifestyle in children and the community.”

Giving away 50 bikes donated by IEHP and 200 helmets, the expo

drew plenty of hopefuls. resident Kendra Redlands Jimenez was among the lucky winners after her son, Issac, gave her his raffle ticket.

Jimenez was thrilled at the sight of her new bike-- a beach cruiser.

“Now we can ride as a family,” she said.

Jimenez explained that she was the only one in the family without a bike.

“Parks, beaches we’re riding everywhere now.”

Along with the bike giveaways, Saturday’s event included a bike path where dozens of youngsters zipped down testing out their new wheels, a bike safety course, helmet fittings, bike inspections and registrations.

In addition to Saturday’s expo, Ride Yourself Fit members planned a leisurely family bike ride from Sylvan Park the following day.

Ride Yourself Fit is a familyfriendly cycling club open to all riders. A yearly membership to join the group is required and costs $25 for individuals and $30 for a family with up to five children.

To learn more about the organization or to become a member, visit www.rideyourselffit.org.

Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter with Inland Empire Community Newspapers and can be reached at iecn.yazmin@gmail.com.

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Dr. G. W. Abersold Ph.D launches his new book, “Words to Think About” uthor G. W. Abersold, Ph.D. , recently launched his new book, “Words To Think About: Live Well, Love Much, Laugh Often” and celebrating with a signing at Barnes & Noble in Redlands May 3.

Abersold says his writing is “mundane” but motivation is twofold: for personal therapy and “to stimulate the readers to think.”

The themes in his writings cover inspiration subjects, seniors, controversy, travel, humor and religion.

The book can be purchased at the Redlands store and on Amazon.

Other titles written by Abersold include, “Words To Live By” and “The Magic of Humor.”

All books are available on paperback.

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“Fetch” by Adam Glendon Sidwell make its debut at the summer reading program at Barnes & Noble Redlands May 9.

Elly, the Therapy Dog will also be on hand to cuddle with bookworms looking for a good read.

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IEHP donated 50 bikes to give away during the 5th annual Bicycle, Health and Safety Expo. The event was a partnership between Redlands Police Dept., Ride Yourself Fit and Redlands Community Hospital in an effort to help children live a healthier lifestyle through cycling.

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Precious coins have remained common denominator for 2,000 years

By Harvey M. Kahn

n the short run, when it comes to buying precious coins, you will pay more and sell for less than market value. In the long run, no investment has stood the test of time better.

Gold and silver experts Dan Fergot and David Huntzinger say they wish they had invested in gold or silver coins instead of baseball cards 30 years ago. In that time frame, gold has jumped $900 in value and the Pete Rose rookie card has dropped $900. Fergot and Huntzinger spent tens of thousands on baseball cards in the 1980's when those cardboard wonders were increasing in value faster than every blue chip stock and bond.

While Fergot and Huntzinger have their penny stock cards stored in garage rafters, they both transitioned into the more profitable business of precious metals. Fergot owns the Coin Broker in Redlands and Huntzinger operates Rialto Jewelry and Loan. Both recommend buying any gold or silver coins, buillon ounces or gold jewelry. "You can get a 1940's five peso Mexican gold coin for $75.

Coins are easy to buy," said Fergot. "I get people who come in every week and buy a little gold or

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Any one of these Lady Liberty silver dollars could be worth between $40,000-$60,000

silver. Actually, silver is easier to buy for the common person. For an investment, I think it has a greater chance of growth."

Huntzinger says that buyers can get their best deals purchasing gold coins on eBay. He is confident that the online method is secure, reliable and trustworthy. "As far as buying gold for an investment eBay has people who are selling cheaper than a coin shop," said Huntzinger, who will buy any coin, silver or gold jewelry. "If your are going to buy jewelry, buy it from a pawn shop. Jewelry stores have too big a markup." A quick survey also showed that

jewelry has a substantially low resell value.

Fergot does not recommend buying coins on eBay or at swap meets because there can be problems with authenticity. "We saw a problem today with fake silver. It's rare that it happens, but it's better to buy from a coin shop. It's their primary business. You might pay a little more but you can look them in the eyes. A coin dealer can't stay in business if they are not genuine and fair." Fergot said that he sells and buys at about a 3-5 percent profit. A survey of seven local coin dealer's shows that you will always be sold high and bought back

low.

Kelly Pennell at San Bernardino Loan & Jewelry says she will sell you a one ounce bar of silver for $25. She says the "spot" or current price for an ounce of silver is $19.50. Pennell said an ounce of gold was listed at $1,296 an ounce.

"Our price for a gold coin could vary according to the condition, year and the mint where it was struck. Some gold and silver coins have different press runs. It also depends on how a coin has aged.

How it's bettina looks. How it shines," revealed Pennell.

Pennell said that one can buy coins containing varying amounts of gold or silver. For instance a one-tenth ounce gold coin can be purchased for $129.60. "Research before you buy. There is a plethora of information on the Internet.

People can walk in here and we will help people with knowledge," said Pennell. She recommends to negotiate the prices. We don't raise our prices with that in mind, but we love it when people come in and negotiate. It can depend on what we have."

Those at the U.S. Treasury explained they sell coins such as the American Eagle dollar gold coin on either a "proof" or "uncirculated" basis. Customer service representative Fran said over the phone that the Treasury adjusts its price weekly based on the London

Fixed Average. Fran said that the Treasury sells a one ounce American Eagle gold uncirculated coin for $1,525. On that same day, gold was "spotted" on the New York Currency Exchange at $1,293 per ounce. Local coin outlets were selling that American Eagle on an average of $1,368.

Fran said the Treasury Department is "not necessarily out to make a profit." She pointed out that a coin's value can also be based "on how and where it was struck." We give a letter of authenticity," added Fran. She said banks no longer sell gold or silver coins but once sold them at face value.

"You can only get gold or silver coins from us or from coin dealers."

Fergot observed that younger people are no longer into collecting. "It's a good idea to find something they like that is historical and collect it for the enjoyment. You can never go wrong with gold or silver for the long run. It's maintained value since the beginning of time." Fergot said that most financial experts advise to invest 10%to-15% of your investments in precious coins.

Many precious metal buyers do not keep their coins in a bank safety box, instead opt to hide them around the house or bury them in an enclosed PVC pipe.

Words to think about: “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D

he Declaration of Independence of the United States, has an interesting phrase in the second paragraph.

Each citizen-so it goes-has the right of “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

Life implies health and medical care. Liberty implies freedom to think and to express one’s thoughts. Pursuit of Happiness implies studying, working, building a family and worshiping.

Another word for these is “entitlements.” We deserve them or entitled to them as citizens. This concept is based on the fact that our nation is not a democracy. A democracy means that 51 % of the people can put 49% to death.

We are a Republic. A Republic must take care of those in need.

The indigent, the infirmed, the handicapped. Those in poverty, the elderly, the minorities, plus

others.

Currently forty percent of our citizens are living in poverty. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, there are 12,800,000 Americans on welfare. There are 46,700,000 Americans on food stamps.

The racial percentage of Americans receiving Welfare benefits from the government are: Whites38.8%; Black-39.8 %; Hispanic15.7%-Asians-2.4%-Other-3.3 %.

There are 5,600,000 Americans on unemployment insurance.

These benefits can be considered entitlements along with the G. I. Bill for veterans and Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC).

These statistics should concern us: increasing poverty, the demise of the middle class and the concentration of wealth in the hands of 1 % of Americans.

AND NOW A CHANGE OF PACE. Recently two public news items came to my attention. One was the publication of Will Bunch’s book, “Tear Down This Myth.” The second item concerns Rand Paul’s statements prior to his being elected to the U.S. Senate from Kentucky. Both items were about President Ronald Reagan. I was particularly interested in their views since I voted for Reagan for Governor of California and also for President of the United States.

He was my hero. Since I have a tendency to put my heroes on a pedestal, Bunch and Paul have reminded me that President Reagan had “feet of clay.”

Bunch’s view of Reagan is not complimentary. His trickle-down theory of economics was and is a failure. “Reagan was a divisive president with only average approval ratings.” His legacy was created by Washington conservatives.

The claim that Reagan was responsible for winning the Cold

War, is a myth. It was Russia that capitulated.

In 2008, Jim Cramer, noted stock guru, while giving a lecture at Bucknell University, said, “Ever since Reagan our nation has been regressing economically.”

A major disaster for our country was Reagan’s repealing the “regulatory” demands established by President F. D. Roosevelt. He had placed restrictions on the Stock Market, Wall Street, Banks, Insurance Companies, Pharmaceutical and Medical industries. Reagan gave them all free access. An example of this change is the “foreclosure” problems in the housing industry.

Between 2007 and 2009, Rand Paul was caustic in his criticism of Reagan. “The deficit went through the roof under Reagan,” Paul said in 2007. “It was three times higher than Carter’s worst deficit.” Rand Paul also pointed out that Reagan’s deficit rose each year throughout his two terms.

Interest rates sky rocketed, going up every year. Most people over 50 years old can remember Reagan “firing 11,300 air traffic controllers. This led to years of poorly experienced ATC’s.”

Perhaps the most up-setting action of President Reagan’s regime was his actions in the Iran, Contra, and Cuban-backed Sandinistas affair. To understand his attitude in defending the Contras’ cause in Nicaragua, he said, “The Contras are the moral equivalent of our Founding Fathers.”

The law restricted the CIA and the Department of Defense operations in Nicaragua. In 1985 Iran secretly requested to buy weapons from the U.S.A. Iran held hostages and Reagan shipped 1,500 missiles to Iran for the hostages’ freedom.

Of the $30 million reportedly paid by Iran only $12 million was received by the Treasury Depart-

ment.

Oliver North, with Reagan’s approval, had been diverting funds to the Contras. Reagan lied about his involvement, but fourteen of his administrators were convicted.

He later admitted to not telling the

truth.

In spite of all these actions by President Reagan, I still have a high regard for him and Nancy.

He was always loyal to his friends and passionate in his patriotism.

Amen. Selah. So be it.

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we have not yet achieved. Finally, we connect to a battle in the history of our forefathers because we need appreciation for the contribution we have made to this country.

By Dr. Lily Rivera

Cinco de Mayo: A Battle for Recognition

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orget all the articles you've ever read that purport to explain why we celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the United States. They've got it all wrong.

It's not about celebrating a victory in a battle on the fifth of May in 1862, in the City of Puebla, in the country of Mexico. It's not about honoring poor and untrained peasants who, though far out-numbered, defeated soldiers from what was then the greatest military force in the world, the French Army.

No, it is not about that, and it is not about recent immigrants, either. It is about us, those of us who were born here, whose parents, grandparents, and great grandparents came to this country long, long ago. It is about us as American citizens who have been marginalized socially and economically, a people who have had to wrench their rights and privileges from an unwilling populace through the force of law. It is about those of us who, until only the most recent of times, were not included in this country's history books.

We celebrate the Cinco de Mayo, not in recognition of a battle in another nation, but to battle for recognition in this nation— recognition that we are equal to all others in intellect and goodness, that we represent a positive element in American society. We seek recognition so that our children's potential will be allowed to flourish, that we will be given equal opportunity in the workforce and leadership of this nation, goals that statistics confirm

For example, when we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, our local newspaper observed that day by publishing four full pages of stories about men who served in Vietnam. I read names like Kimball, White, Stenzler, Russell, Kaufman, Lockwood. I didn't find a single Sanchez, Lopez, Gonzales.

We are all familiar with the Vietnam War statistics, that nearly 60,000 men and women lost their lives in the battlefields of that country, that nearly one in every five of those combatants was a Hispanic soldier. Recognition of the Hispanic contribution to the Vietnam War would have taken nothing from the recognition given to other war heroes. Yet, not one, not one Garcia, Rodriguez, or Nuñez was mentioned in our local newspaper's four pages of coverage.

This matters. What is reported in today's press is significant because today's newspaper article is tomorrow's historical document.

If today's periodicals mention only the crimes Hispanics commit and the failures they experience, that is all that the world will know about us. If our deeds are not applauded, if our achievements are not celebrated, if our contribution to this nation is not lauded today, our grandchildren will have nothing to honor about us tomorrow.

P. 1 of 3 We celebrate Cinco de Mayo because we have a need for heroes, not just because heroes do great and glorious things, but because we see them as people like us. In finding commonalties with them, we draw courage, inspiration, and a belief in ourselves as worthy human beings. So, we reach back a century and a half. We reach south 2,000 miles, south to the heroes of another nation, of another time. We connect to the weak and the brave in a place far away in a moment long ago, for we see in their struggle and in their victory something within us, the potential for victory against great odds, the potential to contribute historically, significantly to this nation.

Our battle for recognition is not easy. There are those who suggest

that Hispanics are unpatriotic, that we are not loyal Americans because on this day, we wave a flag from another country. Such people must be reminded that there is no disloyalty to this nation in honoring our roots in the same way Irish Americans do on St. Patrick's Day and that German Americans do during Octoberfest.

All Americans must recognize that what makes this nation great is that it is, and we are, red, white, blue---and brown, and that no group's loyalty to this country is minimized by celebrating its heritage.

Part of the battle for recognition involves the fact that to many people in this nation, we are not “real” Americans. It is a sad fact that while many of us are generations removed from being immigrants, too many Hispanics are still generations away from being seen as “real” Americans.

My family, like yours, exemplifies this. My husband, Tom Rivera, was born 73 years ago. In the same house in which his father was born. In Colton. In California. In the United States. Yet, to many of our neighbors, we are, and always will be, their "Mexican"' neighbors. I ask, and we should all ask, how many generations must we produce in order for our people to be considered real, full Americans? As long as we are not viewed as such, we will neither be the neighbor of choice nor the coveted employee.

If Hispanics are to achieve recognition in this nation, I believe that we must achieve three goals: First, we must learn to like ourselves. People who do not like themselves, who have no respect for their own kind, allow themselves to be trampled. America has a history of giving disenfranchised people equal treatment only as a result of being forced to do so by this nation's courts. Un-

Views expressed in Opinion & Editorial do not necessarily reflect the views of IECN less we respect ourselves enough to speak up for ourselves, we will not fully enjoy the fruits of American citizenship.

Self-love begins by touching our past. We should learn how our forefathers came to this nation, the struggles they endured, the sacrifices they made. We would be wise to visit the land of our ancestors, plant our feet where they once walked, bathe in the rivers that watered their crops. We should stand before the pyramids built by the Aztecs and the temples created by the Mayans and marvel at their spectacular engineering feats. It is through the touching of our past that we acquire the knowledge that leads to self-esteem.

Secondly, we must pledge to move ourselves beyond the “firsts.” We take great pride in having a first Hispanic doctor, a first Hispanic mayor, a first Hispanic congressman. These are commendable achievements, I agree. But, we should also be ashamed. Our forefathers founded this entire region and many of the major cities in California more than 200 years ago. Yet, it is only in the very recent past that we have been able to celebrate the first mayor, the first… We should be ashamed that we have not worked harder to improve our lot, have not pushed ourselves to greater achievements.

In our push for progress, we must be prepared to make sacrifices, just as our forefathers did.

We, too, must risk. We must get involved in the social, educational and political processes of this nation, no matter how much failure and resentment we encounter. We may not succeed, but our failure, our experience, will become a steppingstone for the path that others can follow.

Thirdly, if we are to gain recognition and assure our full partici-

pation in this land, we must speak out against injustice and inequality. When people are arrested, they are reminded that they have the right to remain silent. But the American Civil Liberties Union reminds us of a far greater right--the right not to remain silent. We must exercise that right and not hesitate to address loudly and frequently the issues that prohibit us from developing our full potential and sharing our talents with this great nation.

One hundred fifty years ago, at the end of what we now call the Cinco do Mayo Battle, its leader, General Ignacio Zaragoza, wrote to the Minister of Defense in Mexico City to report his soldiers’ victory. He wrote: “Las armas nacionales se han cubierto de gloria…puedo afirmar con orgullo que ni un momento volvio la espalda al enemigo el ejcrcito mexicano.”

“I delight,” he wrote, “in informing you that the armies of this country have covered themselves in glory. I can confirm with pride that not for one second did any soldier retreat; not for a moment did our military turn its back to the enemy to run away in defeat.”

And neither must we ... whether the enemy is ourselves or an unjust system.

True victory in this battle for recognition lies not just in our personal academic and financial success. A minority of successful Hispanics is not proof that we have achieved parity as a people.

The battle will only be won when Hispanics no longer remain at the top of the dropout list, the prison population, and the unemployment lines. We must continue to celebrate Cinco de Mayo without apologies until the day when Hispanic Americans stand truly equal to all other Americans.

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Economy isn’t what is holding ONT back

The Inland Empire is poised for economic growth! Upon what will Gina Marie Lindsey (CEO of Los Angeles World Airports) blame further retrogression of the Ontario airport?

badly as she, they would be fired.

Despite her denials, her poor And yet, here we are. management of the airport was deliberate. After all, if anyone T.R. Hales, charged with the responsibility of Ontario managing an asset performed as

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Inland Empire Easter Sunrise Service He is Risen

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As the early morning sun light started to peek over the San Gorgonio Mountain Range, blue skies and cool air loom over a thousand worshippers attending the Easter Sunrise Services, which were held at the San Manuel Stadium early Sunday Morning.

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Highland Council Members Judy Scott (left), & Penny Lilburn (center), and San Bernardino Council Member Rikke Van Johnson.

sponsored by Calvary Chapel of San Bernardino, Ecclesia Christian Fellowship, University Park Church, and Grace Baptist Church.

The gathering was welcomed by Pastor Lee Coe of Calvary Chapel.

Pastor Richard Elwell of University Park Church opened the service in prayer. A dynamic worship service lead by Tyeshia Cherry and the Ecclesia Christian Gospel Choir . An inspirational Easter message was delivered by Pastor Joshua Beckley of the Ecclesia Christian Fellowship.

In years past, Easter services were held at Perris Hill Park in the Amphitheater, Roosevelt Bowl. This was the first year that these Easter Sunrise services were held at the San Manuel Stadium. Making these services more dramatic then years past was that the stadium is facing to the east; and worshippers were able to watch the sun rise over the mountains during the services.

As Jesus died on the cross over two thousand years ago, Christians today still believe that his death atoned for the sins of man; for those who believe in Christ and repent form their sins. The resurrection itself is proof of the power of God, and the empty grave proof that Jesus Christ is no longer dead. This is the message that is told multiple times during this time of year.

Although sponsored by four local churches, these Sunrise services have been attended of visitors from various churches, and denominations. San Bernardino City's 6th Ward Council Member Rikke Van Johnson was in attendance, and so were Council Members Penny Lilburn and Judy Scott form the City of Highland.

A small army of helpers from Calvary Chapel showed up at the stadium the Saturday before Easter service. They spent the night cleaning up, and setting up the stage and sound systems.

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Pastor Richard Elwell from University Park Fellowship (right), Pastor Joshua Beckley from Ecclesia Christian Fellowship (center), and Pastor Lee Coe from Calveary Chapel of San Bernardino (right).

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s the early morning sun light started to peek over the San Gorgonio Mountain Range, blue skies and cool air loom over a thousand worshippers attending the Easter Sunrise Services, which were held at the San Manuel Stadium early Easter Sunday Morning. The services were

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Crafton Hills College increases its Summer offerings

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rafton Hills College (CHC) is offering over 100 sections this summer to help students advance faster.

Classes will be offered in a 5-week and 10-week session beginning June 2 and a second 5-week session starting July 7.

Crafton Hills College has had a diminished summer session in the past few years because of limited state funding. With additional state funds being directed to the community college this past year, CHC is able to afford to offer more sections that students need to complete or advance their degrees.

Open Registration begins May 9, with priority registration going on

now. Fees are $46 per unit. The Summer Class Schedule is available online at www.craftonhills.edu.

As one of the 112 colleges in the California community college system, Crafton Hills College is committed to providing citizens in the region with an accessible higher education. The philosophy of California's community colleges is that education is the key to better jobs, a better economy, and a better quality of life. CHC offers 53 degree programs and 25 occupational certificate programs. For more information, go to www.craftonhills.edu.

Auditions scheduled for “Seussical” at Lifehouse Theater

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pen auditions for “Seussical,” directed by Michael Milligan, will be Thursday, May 22, 2014 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church Street, Redlands.

Auditions will be held on a first come-first served basis. All are welcome and roles are open for men and women. Men are especially encouraged to audition.

Those auditioning should be at least ten years old. Auditioners should bring a theatrical resume and a recent photo to leave with the audition panel. Those without a photo may have a picture taken at the auditions for a $2 fee.

Auditioners should also bring their own sheet music in the preferred key, and be prepared to sing a short selection of about 16 measures. A pianist will be provided but will not be able to transpose any sheet music. Auditions with CDs will not be accepted. Those without sheet music will be asked to sing “Happy Birthday” with the accompanist.

“Seussical” opens Saturday, July 26, 2014 at 7:30 PM and will continue on weekends through August 31, 2014. Performances are Fridays at 7:30 PM, Saturdays at 2:15 PM (except Opening Night) and 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:15 PM. In addition to the weekend performances, there will be a special Thursday performance on August 28, 2014 at 7:30 PM. The Cat in the Hat draws the audience into the story of Horton, an elephant who not only must protect a speck of dust containing the Whos from a world of naysayers, but also guard an abandoned egg.

The power of loyalty, friendship, smily and community overcomes each challenge encountered. This is a Broadway classic that’s fun for the whole family!

LifeHouse Theater is a service organization devoted to serving the Inland Empire through the performing arts. For more information, call (909) 335-3037 or visit our website at www.lifehousetheater.com.

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Holland Festival brings crowds to Redlands Christian Schools

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Redlands Christian School students perform during the 61st annual Holland Festival.

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Dutch import sales along with silent and live auction items helped raise funds in support of tuition assistance at Redlands Christian Schools during the 61st annual Holland Festival May 3.

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peculoos cookies, Olliebollen and Gouda not only filled the air but also the bellies of hundreds during the 61st annual Holland Festival in Redlands Saturday.

The one-day celebration, held at Redlands Christian Schools’ Church Street campus May 3, marked tradition, heritage and fellowship within Redlands Christian Schools and also within the community in support of fundraising efforts for tuition assistance for RCS students.

The school, which has two campuses, was founded by the Dutch community in the 1920s, said festival organizer and teacher, Ruth Verhoef.

While admission was free, the hope was to raise $100,000 from the event. Monies to support the effort were driven from item sales from the freshly deep-fried delectables, goods and live and silent

auctions.

With items on the list such as student art marked with an estimated value of “priceless” and a week’s vacation in Mexico, the annual auctions are the largest form of raising money for tuition assistance, said Verhoef.

While the Ollie-bollen, which are ball-shaped Dutch donuts, were favorites among the crowds, other treats were Dutch rusks, which are twice-baked bread rounds, a variety of Dutch cheeses and spreads.

Dutch import sales were also big at the event drawing guests to browse items such as clogs, flags, hats and other novelties.

RCS students put on performances showcasing Dutch dances and songs bringing smiles and tears to parents in the crowd.

The Holland Festival draws hundreds each year filling the campus with families, neighbors and students. And in keeping tradition, plenty of former students make it a

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Ollie-bollen, a ball-shaped deep-fried Dutch donut, were cooking up fresh during the 61st annual Holland Festival May 3.

point to attend the event year after year, said organizers.

“It’s really become a staple Yazmin Alvarez is a reporter for event.”

Inland Empire Community NewsTo learn more about the event or papers and can be reached at Redlands Christian Schools, visit iecn.yazmin@gmail.gmail.com redlandschristian.org.

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“Give BIG” this May 8 with the first-annual countywide web-a-thon

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The community was invited to celebrate the launch of San Bernardino County’s Give BIG campaign on April 30.

Gonzales has pledged one dollar for every Facebook page ‘Like’ she receives to the online nonprofit fundraiser until May 8. The money raised will go to the nonprofit organization that finishes with the Photo/Courtesy most individual donors during the fundraiser. “Our nonprofits make Supervisor Josie Gonzales has pledged one dollar for every ‘Like’ she life-saving differences on a daily receives on her Facebook page to the online campaign through May 8. basis and Give BIG San Bernardino County is an opportunity for all of us to give back and pledged to personally donate an show our support. I wanted to use

By Jazmine Collins additional $1,500 to the Third District nonprofit with the highest he San Bernardino County number of donors at the end of the Board of Supervisors, Give BIG San Bernardino County business leaders, nonprofit web-a-thon."I am so proud of the organizations and sponsors gath- Third District for stepping up and ered together to launch Give BIG bringing over 130 nonprofits to the San Bernardino County, a first of table. I challenge you as nonprofits its kind online giving campaign for to pick up the phone, send an the area. The campaign is a 24- email, knock on a door and spread hour online web-a-thon beginning the word about your nonprofit and at 7:00 a.m., with a goal of raising the great work you do," states $300,000 for local nonprofits Ramos.

“It’s not about the county,” says throughout the county.

“Give BIG is an important way Supervisor Josie Gonzales. “It’s of drawing attention to the great about you, it’s about the people work of our nonprofits in our re- and it’s about the hopes and gion and our community and help- dreams that have been out there for ing to sustain our nonprofits by years looking for a place to nest, to increasing their donor base is what grow and to become a reality Give BIG is all about,” says Su- through the funding dollars that pervisor James Ramos. He has many times escape this county.”

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Supervisor James Ramos initiated the first ever countywide weba-thon that connects nonprofits with donors in a 24-hour online campaign.

this personal pledge to make it as easy as possible for each of us to give our little bit to the community we all share. All it takes is just one click,” says Gonzales. Page ‘Likes’ are being counted now; visit www.facebook.com/supervisorgonzales.

More than 20 percent of people in San Bernardino County, including one of every four children, live below the poverty line. Nonprofit organizations in the county receive

an average of just $3 per county resident in private foundation grants – which is only 2.5 percent of the statewide average of $119 per person.

Donors can log on to: www.givebigsbcounty.org to schedule a contribution and choose from over 250 San Bernardino County nonprofits currently participating in the campaign. Contributions may be made via credit or debit card and are nonrefundable.

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San Bernardino County District Attorney Public Affairs Officer Chris Lee’s documentary Teenage $ex 4 $ale nominated for Emmy Award

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Chris Lee, Public Affairs Officer for the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s office is also an accomplished filmmaker. His documentary Teenage $ex 4 $ale: Human Trafficking in San Bernardino County was just nominated for an Emmy Award.

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BY Cynthia Mendoza

n Tuesday, April 29, Teenage $ex 4 $ale: Human Trafficking in San Bernardino County, a documentary by filmmaker/San created Bernardino County District Attorney Public Affairs Officer Chris Lee, was nominated for an Emmy Award.

The announcement was made by

the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Pacific Southwest Chapter at a nomination party held at the Mad House Comedy Club in San Diego.

The film is nominated in the documentary category “for excellence in the creation of a formal, structured television presentation with dramatic impact of an event, condition or situation of current, cultural and/or historical significance.”

As the title implies, the documentary spotlights the problem of human trafficking in San Bernardino County. The 45-minute film was an integral part in the DA’s efforts to crack down on sex trafficking in the county and after the initial screening in January 2013 in Redlands, the film was shown in other locations including Sacramento in order to raise awareness.

As a filmmaker, Lee, who celebrated his 44th birthday on Tuesday, May 6, was not at all surprisingly, quite thrilled.

“It’s a huge honor and I am so humbled, especially when I look at the other nominated films,” he said.

As a father of young children though, that his work is a part in fighting a heinous crime that targets kids is even more meaningful.

“My daughter was one of the sparks that set the film into action,” he said of his daughter, who was eight at the time he began working

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IECN covered the first screening of Teenage $ex 4 $ale in January 2013. The screening drew hundreds of representatives from law enforcement, social services, education, faith and community organizations as well as from state and federal agencies that together are working to raise awareness and put a stop to human trafficking

on the project. “I just couldn’t picture her being subjected to that, and she was only four years removed from the age [12-14] that many girls are victimized.”

But even before becoming a father, his own life experience exposed him to the ugly realities of human trafficking.

“When I was younger I spent a year and a half overseas in the Philippines, and I saw first-hand the tragedy of human trafficking and the toll that it took on young girls who could be purchased for ten dollars an hour,” he said. “Those stories have always stayed with me, and now there are new stories, sadly taking shape in our own backyard. My hope all along was that this film would somehow inspire communities, law enforcement and government officials to push even harder in the battle against human

trafficking.”

But when Lee joined the DA’s office three years ago, he was still largely unaware of many of the specifics and approached his new boss, District Attorney Mike Ramos to find out more. The name CASE (Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation) kept coming up and in simplest terms, a documentary was born.

The film includes footage and interviews with local law enforcement and human services personnel and agencies in the county who are on the front lines of raising awareness, helping victims and doing their best to prevent new ones.

One of the more eye-opening parts of the film includes footage at the Players Ball, a yearly “glamorous” bash that draws pimps and prostitutes nationwide for a night of partying. The event includes a

“green carpet” entrance where “boastful pimps” show off “their” women and make very telling statements about how highly they think of what they do. Some of the pimps boast that the women are not prostitutes but rather, “businesswomen” who are learning to make their own money.

“I am so proud of the work of my public affairs officer, Chris Lee, and all those who helped create this film,” District Attorney Mike Ramos said. “From the undercover filming of the Player’s and Pimp Ball in Hollywood to the survivors who shared their stories, this was a team effort all the way. Ultimately, this is just another outlet to help shine a brighter light on those victimized by the terrible crime of human trafficking.”

“Any chance we get to bring this topic to the spotlight to inspire and educate is great,” Lee concluded.

“I’m proud to say I can use my talents to fight this crime and to use it to show the officers and prosecutors using their talents to do the same. The screening of the film is a visual reminder that there are so many people involved in this fight.”

The 40th Annual NATAS Pacific Chapter Awards will be presented June 14, 2014, at the La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad.

You may read the original IECN story on the film screening at http://bit.ly/1nlFhBO

Eileen Gomez accepts City Clerk position for City of Laguna Niguel

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Colton City Clerk Eileen Gomez has accepted the position of City Clerk for the city of Laguna Niguel. Her new role, which she officially begins on May 23, will be as an appointed department head.

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n Tuesday, May 6, Eileen Gomez formally resigned from her position as Colton City Clerk to accept the City Clerk position for the City of Laguna Niguel. In Colton the position of City Clerk/Records Manager is both an elected and staff position.

In Laguna Niguel, Gomez will be an appointed department head.

Gomez, who began her career in local government at the age of 16 in San Bernardino under Mayor Holcomb, was formally elected as Colton City Clerk in 2008.

“I feel God has been shaping me into the woman I am now,” Gomez said of her professional and personal journey. “I’ve worked so many years in local government and I want to keep growing. Although my heart aches with my decision to leave Colton, I pray that time will make it a very joyful new life chapter. I’m excited about it.”

While Gomez says that there are

too many memorable moments during her time in Colton to recall or mention them all, she is particularly proud of the work that she and her team have accomplished as a department.

“I am confident that my staff is fully capable of continuing with the business in the office of the City Clerk,” she said in her resignation letter to the Mayor and council.

Like the many years of knowledge and experience that she brought from San Bernardino to Colton, she brings even more now to the city of Laguna Niguel and is looking forward to implementing it right away in order to better serve the public, a role she is excited about jumping right into on her first day.

Gomez was one of about 42 applicants from throughout the state of California and an out of state applicant, including a number of practic-

ing city clerks. After a lengthy three-interview process, she was the unanimous choice between mayor and council, and the city manager and city attorney.

“Eileen presents herself very well and communicates extraordinarily,” said Laguna Niguel City Manager Rod Foster. “One of her best qualities is her ability to perform multiple duties. She’s proven that in Colton and San Bernardino. We’re excited for her in this next step in her life and we’re looking forward to her first day.”

As excited as she is about this next chapter, Gomez is also sad to be leaving behind Colton and her numerous community involvements, which is what she loved more than anything.

Just a few of those include Seeds of Hope, Rotary Club (president 2012-13), board member for the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio Coun-

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Munoz sparks Redlands comeback

Carter rallies late, stays perfect in San Andreas League

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Laura Mendez pitched a complete game as Rialto Carter rallied late to beat rival Rialto and remain undefeated in the San Andreas League on Thursday, May 1.

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#15 Jamie Mainez tied for the team lead with three hits for the Terriers.

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By Richard Dawson

kie Munoz wasn’t successful in an attempt to lay down a sacrifice bunt, but it worked out because her swing ended up winning the game.

With her team down by one in the top of the seventh, Munoz’s initial objective was to move over Gabby Martinez who led off the inning with a single.

“I took the bunt call off with Skie,” said Redlands Head Coach Brandon Ford. “She fouled off the first pitch and gave me that look, she’s done that like three times this year.”

Munoz sent the ensuing pitch over the right field fence for the go-ahead, two-run home run that highlighted a seven-run inning for the Terriers and a 10-4 win over Cajon in Citrus Belt League action.

Redlands batted around in the inning as six consecutive hitters reached base after Munoz. Halle Rosario and Rayleen Castro both walked while Tori Tagashi, Jamie Maniez, Molly Smith and Cecily Ruiz all singled to generate four more runs. Munoz used her second at-bat of the inning to hit a two-run

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Pitcher Skie Munoz hit the go-ahead, two-run home run in the seventh inning to lead Redlands over Cajon during Citrus Belt League action on Friday, May 2.

single and cap off the scoring.

The victory gave Redlands (166, 8-3 League) the tiebreaker edge over Cajon (15-6, 8-3) for second place behind Yucaipa (18-4, 10-1) heading into the last two weeks of the season.

“It’s huge,” Ford said of the tiebreaker. “They (Cajon) have Yucaipa next week, and we are really torn as to how we want that to play out.”

“We control our own destiny though,” Ford said. “We have the Wildcats (Redlands East Valley) next week. We’ve got to take care of business there and then we finish out with Yucaipa.”

Redlands built a 3-1 lead early after Munoz scored twice in the first inning on a squeeze play by Rosario and a single by Tagashi and Rosario added an RBI single in the third.

Things looked to be falling apart for the Terriers in the fourth as three consecutive errors, two on bunts, followed a lead-off double

by Kalen Gopperton to tie the game. Brianna Cassidy, who scored after doubling in the first, singled home a run to put Cajon up 4-3.

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#3 Gabby Martinez collected two hits and scored three times for Redlands.

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ialto Carter has been a juggernaut in the San Andreas League this season, but this time it took a late rally to overcome rival Rialto.

Finding themselves in an unfamiliar position, the Lions were held scoreless and trailing 3-0 heading into the top of the sixth.

The offense did just that, breaking through for two runs in the inning against Rialto starter Jaelene Menchaca, and with two outs, Alyssa Moore-Ramirez coming to the plate with the bases loaded and thoughts of a perfect league record on the line.

Moore-Ramirez didn’t let her teammates down, driving a 1-1 pitch from Menchaca to center where Rialto’s diving attempt came up short resulting in a threerun double and eventual 6-3 win for Carter on Thursday, May 1.

“We didn't come out with the intensity we normally come out with,” said Carter Head Coach John Salas. “I think it took them scoring on us in the fifth for the girls to realize we have to take

care of business.”

Carter is now 10-0 in league, 164 overall, and after completing the season sweep of its biggest threat in Rialto (9-14, 8-3 league), aspirations of going undefeated are very real heading into the final two weeks of games.

“There have been numerous teams from our league that have tried to go undefeated and we were always one of the teams that knocked them out,” said Salas.

“Now we are doing it and other teams want to knock us out. They know that, the girls are striving for it, they want to go undefeated.”

The rally in the sixth started a single and walk by Kam Turner and Pamala Baber. After a flyout, Daisy Vizcarra singled to load the bases. Jessica Medina was hit by a pitch to score Carter’s first run and Maya Gabang followed with a single to make it 3-2.

Jerise Toilolo and Vizcarra led off the seventh with back-to-back doubles to make it 6-3.

Laura Mendez tossed a complete game for Carter, allowing three runs, one earned, on 10 hits and a walk while striking out five.

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Local Sierra Club chapter holds So Cal Edison plant responsible for pollution in Inland Empire

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BY Anthony Victoria

or Pati Calzada, 26, of Rialto, living in the Inland Empire has become some what of a barrier. The young mother and San Bernardino Valley College student has to make sure her and her son are treated for asthma periodically. Calzada explained the difficulty of dealing with the disorder.

“Since elementary school I’ve had issues with asthma. I have to stop after most physical activities because I always have trouble breathing,” she said. “It’s harder to see these issues happen to my son Abraham because he needs to run.

Now I have to make sure I frequently check up on him and myself.”

Around 50 supporters and members of the local Sierra Club My Generation Campaign demonstrated in front of the Mountain View Power Plant on Sunday May 4 to mark the beginning of Asthma Awareness Month. They believe the plant contributes in making Southern California one of the worst areas for asthma and other breathing disorders.

The San Bernardino County Department of Health stated on May 1 that asthma was among the worst

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Student members of Sustainable UCR, a student organization at UC Riverside, together with 31st congressional district candidate Eloise Gomez Reyes.

chronic diseases in the area and that the county has one of the highest numbers of children diagnosed with the disorder in the state.

A study done by the Environment California Research and Policy Center in 2013 demonstrated that Southern California Edison plant emits about 1.85 million metric tons of carbon dioxide and is the highest polluting plant in the state.

Many of the supporters had inhalers in hand to demonstrate the effects that the plant has in the area.

“Obviously we’re fully supportive of people coming out and express-

ing their views,” Southern California Edison spokesman Robert Laffoon told the San Bernardino Sun. “They didn’t engage our folks in any way, so I don’t have any details on any of that stuff.”

Ericka Flores, a lead organizer for the Center for Community Action and Environmental Justice (CCAEJ), said that the plant is not the only services hub that affects the community. Flores was among those who participated in CCAEJ’s demonstration at last month’s grand opening of the new sBX system.

The 30,000-gallon liquefied natural

gas tanks and smaller quantities of compressed gas that are located at their station on W. 5th St. and Medical Center Dr. in San Bernardino pose a severe threat to the residents of the surrounding communities, according to Flores.

“So far since the year started in the U.S. alone we have seen nine major explosions and that rate is rising quickly,” said Flores. “For us to have nine major explosions as a result of natural gas is tremendous.

When people ask, ‘why do you feel the need to this’, we tell them that their is a lot of fear involved. We

don’t want to be next.”

31st congressional district candidates Joe Baca Sr. and Eloise Gomez Reyes were also present to show their support.

“I am in solidarity with you all,” said Gomez Reyes to the supporters after the demonstration. “I have met with the Sierra Club to discuss this issue. I believe it is important to know that within our backyard we have the biggest polluter. We have to stand here and draw the attention to it.”

Calzada—who is also a community organizer with Sierra Club and Ch.I.C.C.C.A.A. (Chicano Indigenous Community for Culturally Conscious Advocacy and Action)—believes there needs to be more education about the possible hazards that power plants and other industrial hubs bring to the Inland Empire. Her work with the Sierra Club has provided her with the ability to take action.

“It’s been a great experience. It’s a big difference seeing people getting organized on television or on the news and actually being involved with it,” she said. “If you work very hard, you’ll see results.

We just have to keep doing the best we can to educate the community and get everyone involved.”

ICUC presents school research to SBCUSD board members, receive their commitment

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Students dressed up as prisoners with signs that informed attendees of the ICUC meeting of San Bernardino Unified School District’s graduation rates and A-G requirement rates.

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BY Anthony Victoria

an Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) board members Dr. Barbara Flores, Vice-President Bobbie Perong, and President Michael Gallo, were guests at ICUC’s (Inland Congregations United For Change) student and parent led meeting on Tuesday April 29 at St. Bernardine’s Church in San Bernardino.

The parent and student leaders of ICUC presented well-researched data to the board members that featured graduation rates among English Language Learners (ELL) and re-classified students in the district.

Additionally, they asked for an alternative to student discipline claiming that the notion of willful defiance, which allows administrators to suspend students on any act of defiance, does not address a solution for negligent behavior and makes the problem worse. In 2013, SBCUSD filed 10,519 suspensions—3,368 of those being under the willful defiance circumstance.

According to the research, 61.1 % of English Language Learner students graduated in 2012, compared to 72 % of all students in the SBCUSD district and only 16.5 % of 9th grade ELL students met the AG requirements needed to meet University of California and Cali-

fornia State University requirements compared to 42.5 % of all students and 58 % of reclassified students. More staggering than the aforementioned rates, only three percent of 12th grade ELL students met A-G requirements in comparison to 36.2 % of all students and 52.3 % of reclassified students.

Currently 27.2 % of students in SB-

CUSD are ELL students (1 out 4 through positive behavior intervenstudents). tions, more academic achievement, effective risk prevention efforts, The parent leaders said the rates and LCFF funding for all necessary are attributed to the lack of person- areas. nel available to provide education “We know we have a lot of work and services. They are looking to ahead of us, but we are determined persuade the SBCUSD board to ap- to ensure a quality education for all propriate Local Control Funding students,” Sola said.

Formula (LCFF) funds to support Several parents and students gave the Director of Secondary English testimonies. ICUC member Irma Language Department position that Mondragon, a mother of four, said is currently vacant. she had several issues regarding her The meeting began with several daughter who is in the fifth grade. students entering the room dressed She has not been reclassified as a in prison-like clothing to demon- result of her doing poorly on her strate the ramifications of school state exams, which Mondragon besuspensions and the lack of proper lieves is unfair. “I don’t think this is education. ICUC parent leader fair,” she said. “Only because of Elizabeth Osuna, a senior at San this exam she will not be reclassiBernardino High School and fied, despite her doing well in her Bradley Elementary School parent classes.” leader Norma Zamora presented ICUC parent leader Fabiola Carthe research in both English and denas, who has been involved with Spanish to the seventy-plus people the organization for eight years, atin attendance. At the end of the tributes her involvement in parent presentation, they called for a dis- meetings and trainings to her trict wide resolution that calls for a daughter’s success. She said she’s moratorium on suspensions living through a proud moment in

her daughter’s life, mentioning that in fourth grade she was reclassified and is graduating in June from Cajon High School. Cardenas’ daughter will be attending UC Irvine in the fall on a full ride scholarship “The result of my involvement in ICUC has resulted in my daughter being accepted to UCI,” she said. “I am a living testimony that parent involvement and the programs offered in the community do make a difference. I’m glad to see that my commitment paid off.”

SBCUSD board member Flores said it is an “embarrassment” that the parents had to present the research to the board and promised her support for students. “ I am a university professor that teaches future teachers,” she said.

“I was a teacher for 20 years and nothing has changed. We still have the same problems. We have to move on. I swear that my colleagues and I want to support students and make changes. "

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Donation-filled ambulance arrives at Time For Change Foundation

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AMR employees join in assisting Time for Change in making an impact on San Bernardino lives and families.

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AMR employees transfer bagfuls of clothing and toiletries to a Time for Change van.

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Members of Time for Change celebrated the donation with balloons and smiles, courtesy of American Medical Response.

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n American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance arrived at Time for Change Foundation filled to the brim with donated clothing and toiletries for individuals in need.

“We’ve provided service to this community for about 50 years. We like to find organizations that we believe are worthy of AMR partnering with for charitable donations,” says Diana McCafferty, manager for AMR Administration of San Bernardino County. “We’re hoping to partner with Time for Change in the future to do some other things for the growth within the community and within the organization.”

Kim Carter, founder and executive director for Time for Change shared her excitement with the partnership formed with AMR. “It’s very nice when we have corporate sponsors that give back to the community, women and children to reach self-sufficiency. Our mission is helping those who are disenfranchised and marginalized, come back into the fold of the community and become active members by becoming self-sufficient and in getting involved with civic engagement,” continues Carter. “We’re just excited today.

The things that they’re donating right now are greatly needed and used,” states Carter.

The donation came in response to an “overwhelming need for

women’s clothing,” according to a statement by AMR. Drivers and AMR management spent several weeks collecting the gently used clothing for Time for Change. The donation ensures the foundation's clients have clothing for daily use, as well as professional clothing they are able to use during job interviews. AMR hopes to continue to assist the organization and its clients throughout the year.

Time for Change offers programs and services such as housing, counseling, mentoring, job training and more, to those in need.

Their mission is: “to empower disenfranchised low-income individuals and families by building leadership through evidence-based programs and housing to create self-sufficiency and thriving communities.” To learn more about the organization, visit their website: www.timeforchangefoundation.org

Jazmine Collins is a reporter for Inland Empire Community newspapers and can be reached at iecn.jazmine@gmail.com

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Many of the donated items will help Time for Change clients dress for success during job interviews.

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