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Vol 11, NO. 41
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Gloria’s Corner and Words To Think About
Cheers fill Redlands unified board room during Senior Celebration
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Jeffrey Kenison, redlands high school senior, is all smiles as he gives his keynote speech during the first senior celebration held to recognize completetion of the district’s life skills procelebrate the successes of more for the program— recognizes than a dozen students from the graduating seniors from the life he Redlands Unified district’s Life Skills & Transition Special Services board Program. Seniors, cont. on next pg. room was full June 2 to The senior celebration —a first
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Redlands Symphony announces new Music Director, Conductor
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By Yazmin Alvarez
ansom Wilson has been appointed as the new music director and conductor for the Redlands Symphony. The announcement came during the Symphony’s annual gala June 4 and was followed with plenty of applause. “I am so excited to join you as the new Music Director of the Redlands Symphony. I have been impressed and deeply moved by this community: a city full of people who care about each other, give freely of themselves, and take pride in their beautiful place. The Redlands Symphony has had a long and successful life in the loving hands of Maestro Jon Robertson, and it is a great honor for me to accept the baton from him,” Wilson said in a Redlands Symphony statement. Wilson will take the podium for the first time as Redlands Symphony conductor October 8, when he will lead the orchestra in Symphony, cont. on next pg.
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he popular Surfin’ State Street Car Cruise returns to Historic Downtown Redlands from 5 to 9 p. m. Friday, June 10, on downtown State Street from Orange to Redlands Boulevard. The event features muscle cars, street rods, classics, antiques and special interest cars. Attendees will enjoy an evening of food and fun featuring live music from the Wave Invasion surf band and tasty offerings from JoJo’s Grill-ADog, Renaissance Banquet Hall, Shaved Ice and more. The Rotary Club of Redlands will be pouring craft beers courtesy of Ritual Brewing Company, Whats Pop’n will be serving fresh popcorn and Double A the DJ will be playing a variety of surf music. Trophies will be awarded for “Best of” categories and everyone – from classic car enthusiast to fun-loving families – are sure to enjoy the festivities! For more information please email Meghan Meade at mmeade@cityofredlands.org.
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the redlands symphony announced the appointment of ransom Wilson as its new music director & conductor.
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seniors celebrate completion of redlands Unified school District’s life skills and transition programs during a ceremony June 2.
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Redlands East Valley and Redlands high schools. “This is just a way to recognize their hard work and efforts and journey,” said Sharon Nakama, principal of Special Education Life Skills Programs, during the ceremony. “We’re all very proud.”
Ceremony highlights included performances by Erin Bryant, Josiph Dakramanji and Patricia Celaya of Citrus Valley High School singing “You Raise Me Up,” and LaVantia Arroway, Erik Larsen, Brenna Richards and Johnathan Frederick singing “You’ll be in My Heart.” Keynote student speaker was Jeffrey Kenison of Redlands High
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School. After the event, students and family gathered for photos opportunities. While it was a celebratory occasion, for Citrus Valley’s Brittany Hiniker, it was quite the tearjerker. “It’s so emotional,” she said. “But I’m glad I was able to make these friends.”
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a first-ever senior celebration was held to recognize students successfully completing the redlands Unified school District’s life skills and transition programs. the celebration was held June 2. Symphony, cont. from front
a concert of works by Czech composers, according to the Symphony. Wilson’s long and varied career has seen him as an international flute virtuoso, recording artist and celebrated chamber musician. In addition to his new post at the Symphony, Wilson is also artistic director of New York’s Le Train Bleu ensemble, music director of the Lar Lubovitch Dance Company, and former music director of Solisti New York Orchestra, the OK Mozart International Festival, and the Idyllwild Arts Academy Orchestra, according to the Symphony. He has appeared as guest conductor with many major orchestras, including the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Houston Symphony, the Denver Symphony, the San Francisco Chamber Sym-
phony, the Orchestra of St. Luke’s, the Krakow Philharmonic, and the London Symphony. Ransom Wilson led a successful tour of Southern California with James Galway and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, and he has accompanied dozens of internationallyrenowned artists from the podium, including Itzhak Perlman, André Watts, Frederica von Stade, Joshua Bell, and Hilary Hahn. He has also gained a reputation as an opera conductor, serving on the conducting staff at New York’s Metropolitan Opera and conducting for Glimmerglass Opera, New York City Opera, and the International Opera Center in Amsterdam. Though his appointment was only announced Saturday, Symphony officials said Wilson has “been hard at work behind the scenes for weeks, collaborating with management to plan his first season leading the orchestra.” Redlands Symphony 2016-17
season The season begins with strains of Bedřich Smetana’s overture to The Bartered Bride. The orchestra’s principal oboist, Francisco Castillo, will perform Bohuslav Martinů’s playful oboe concerto. The composer’s Sinfonietta La Jolla and Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 add further energy to this joyous concert.
On November 5, film composer Mark Isham joins Ransom Wilson before the concert to discuss his music for ABC’s popular series American Crime. In addition to performing excerpts from Isham’s television score, the orchestra will present works by Gershwin, Puccini, and Ernest Bloch. The Redlands Symphony has long had a special relationship with the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and that tradition will continue on January 21 when Wilson, one of the world’s
leading interpreters of the composer’s music, leads the orchestra in the overture from The Impresario, the Serenata notturna, Symphony No. 35 “Haffner”, and the Flute Concerto in G, featuring Wilson himself as the soloist.
Ludwig van Beethoven’s powerful Symphony No. 7 is the centerpiece of the next concert, on February 11. Continuing another longstanding tradition, the Redlands Symphony will also present the winner of the University of Redlands’ annual Concerto Competition.
On April 8, the Redlands Symphony and Ransom Wilson collaborate with soprano Mary MacKenzie and stage director Scott Parry in a production of Reinbert de Leeuw’s In the Beautiful Month of May. This cabaret evening uses dozens of songs by Franz Schubert and Robert Schumann to tell a story of passion and
romance.
The Redlands Symphony’s season ends May 13 with a concert featuring music inspired by the beauty of Spain. Excerpts from Bizet’s Carmen and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio espagnole will be performed alongside several pieces by Maurice Ravel, presenting an exciting musical portrait of this vibrant culture. The season ends with the drama and majestic flair of Ravel’s wildly popular Boléro.
Subscriptions for the Redlands Symphony’s 2016-17 season are on sale now and are available by calling 909.748.8018. Subscribers save up to 25% over the single ticket price. For more information, visit www.Redlands Symphony.com. ~Redlands Symphony
Gloria’s Corner
Gloria Macias Harrison
Congratulations: The Community Action Program of San Bernardino (CAPSBC) will be recognized as the Non-Profit of the Year from Assembly District 47 as part of the inaugural launch of NonProfit Day at the State Capital in Sacramento. Hosted by the California Association of Non-Profits, a statewide alliance of over 10,000 organizations, this event will officially establish June 22 as Non-Profit Day and recognize the contributions of non-profits for their leadership and service to California communities. Thank you CAPSBC for all the work you do to strengthen our communities.
Education & Healthcare: Loma Linda University Health San Bernardino complex will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for its newest addition - the San Manuel Gateway College on June 22 at 11:30 a.m. at 250 South G Street. A generous 10 million dollar gift from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians makes this new initiative for education and healthcare possible. High school and adult students will be able to attend 6-12 month certificate programs in nursing, medical and dental assisting, phlebotomy and medical insurance coding. Students will acquire job entry skills, employment, and college credit for those wishing to further their education. Loma Linda University is working closely with the San Bernardino City School District to create a clear pathway for students interested in health careers. With a $600,000 grant from Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, students will have available tuition assistance and career coaching. The complex in San Bernardino is a three-clinic system of community clinics dedicated to proving expanded health care to patients in the area. Its mission to serve patients with special financial circumstances ensures that no one requiring medical services is turned away, regardless of their current insurance or employment status. This project is helping in the recovery of our city and region by
expanding needed quality health care and training/educating a future workforce. Congratulations to the leadership of the Social Action Community Health System (SACHS) of Loma Linda University, the City of San Bernardino, the San Bernardino City School System and the San Manuel Tribe of Mission Indians. Collaboration and cooperation does work!
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Orthodox Church presents the Inland Empire Greek Fest on the Hill at the church grounds, 1035 Inland Center Drive, San Bernardino. Featured at this annual celebration are authentic Greek food, folk dancing, music beer and wine as well as art and jewelry. The Fest opens at noon and ends at 10 p.m. on Saturday and at 9 p.m. on Sunday and offers free parking. For information call 909.885.6213 or visit www.IEGREEKFEST.com
Friday, June 10 - Saturday, June 11- Rialto Rotary presents Run Whatcha Brung. This twoday event features Night Cruise Route 66 from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday and a Car Show from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. On Saturday, there is cruising down town all day, car show with trophies for top 20, open header cruise, DJ Vic Slick, vendors, food vendors, Dash Plaques, Opportunity Drawing and 50/50. For informaExhibits & Theatre: tion on vendor space, cruise or Now, - June 10 - the Mexican car show call 909.644.2477 or Sunday, June 13 - Cords Enrichment and Young Visionaries Consul Salomon Rosas Ro- visit rialtorotary.org in partnership other community driguez presents De Colores, an exhibit by Mexican Artist Anna Friday, June 10 - the Wild- groups present San Bernardino Zehnder at the consulate office, wood Neighborhood Association Peace Festival from 2 p.m. to 293 North D Street, San in cooperation with the Lutheran 6:00 p.m. at Hunt Elementary Bernardino. For information call Church present the second in a School, 1342 Pumalo Street. This series of free movies at dusk, free family event is meant to pro909.889.7846 Disney's The Good Dinosaur. mote peace and solidarity in the Saturday, June 4 - Sunday, This PG rated film will be shown city. There will be free food, face June 26 - the Redlands Foot- at dusk at the church grounds, painting and jumpers. It will fealighters present "A Little Murder 5050 North Sierra Way, San ture give always, raffles, and Never Hurt Anybody" directed by Bernardino. Bring a chair, blan- bounce house. For information 909.723.0480 or Barry Wallace at the Foot- ket and the kids. For information call i s i t 909.910.7327 or email chords.enlighters Theater, 1810 Barton v richment@gmail.com Road. This delightful comedy is WildwoodParkSB@gmail.com charming and full of laughs. Performances are Friday and Satur- Saturday, June 11 - the League Saturday, June 18 - the Inlanday nights at 8 p.m. and Sunday's of United Latin American Citi- dia Institute presents the launch at 2 p.m. Tickets may be pur- zens (LULAC) of the Inland Em- of Growing Up Aleluya by local chased on line at www.redlands- pire Council 3163 in partnership writer and community leader, Dr. footlighters.org/buy-tickets or with the LULAC Community Ernest Garcia at the Colton Area call 909.793.2909 Foundation of the Inland Empire Museum, 380 N. Cadena, Colton is hosting the Youth Health Am- at 2 p.m. At this free event Dr. Save the Date: bassadors Banquet at 7 p.m. at Garcia will read and discuss his Arrowhead Country Club, 3433 memoir and a book signing and Thursday, June 9 - the San Parkside, San Bernardino. Pro- reception will follow. Bernardino Area Chamber of ceeds will fund the Youth Health Commerce presents the Fortieth Ambassador program (YHA) Annual Law Enforcement Recog- made up of students from the San nition Dinner at 5:30 p.m. at the Bernardino and Colton schools Favorite Quote: National Orange Show, 689 districts which is dedicated to South E Street. This 40th annual teaching the importance of "There are those that look at celebration honors the courage healthcare access, understanding things the way they are, and and dedication of men and the U.S. healthcare system and ask why? I dream of things that women in all branches of law en- the career opportunities in the never were, and ask why not? forcement as well as the first re- healthcare industry. For sponsorsponders involved in the events ship information and tickets call -Robert Francis of December 2nd, 2015. For Gurri at 909.648.9379 or visit "Bobby" Kennedy sponsorship and ticket informa- www.lulacie.org -November 20, 1925 tion call 909.885.7515 - email June 6, 1968 sba.chamber@verizon.net or Saturday, June 12 to Sunday, visit www.sbachamber.org June 13 - Prophet Elias Greek
Words to Think About: Intelligent Design
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By G. W. Abersold Ph.D.
eople, places and things. I have an insatiable appetite to learn as much as I can about all three. This is especially true about animals which are in the category of things. While I cannot subscribe to outright creationism, that denies Darwin’s views; neither can I accept the contentions of blanket evolution. I do subscribe to the idea of
Intelligent Design (ID). Whenever I see a beautiful home, I presume there was an architect. When I see a watch, I know that it did not accidentally put itself together. There had to be a designer or watch maker. The supposition of this article is to give examples of unique animals that reflect Intelligent Design. It is essential to consider time as basic to the development of each animal. On a recent cruise to Alaska, I finished the lecture and asked if the audience had any questions. I had just told them of the absence of snakes in Alaska, but there were billions of mosquitoes. A young boy raised his hand and asked me if there were frogs in Alaska. I asked several citizens and they answered with an “I don’t know.” After much research I have the answer. There is one type of frog called the “WOOD FROG.” It is different from any other frog. As Winter approaches the wood frog burrows under decaying leaves and all physical attributes shut down. They stop breathing, eat nothing, circulation stops and their eyeballs
freeze. Blood flow and heart beat cease. They are dead for all intents and purposes. When Spring approaches, they start thawing out and are resurrected. They hop around like before they froze. They use “cryoprotectant” chemicals to survive freezing temperatures. The wood frog ranges in size from 1.5 to 3.0 inches in length. They love to eat spiders, beetles, slugs and snails. Intelligent Designer at work. The Arctic Tern is an amazing bird. It is lightweight, weighing only 10 to 12 ounces. A recent Discovery episode declared it to be the most durable of all animals. The tern makes the longest migration of any bird. They annually make a 21,000 round-trip migration from Antarctic to Alaska. They spend their summer in Tracy Arms, close to Sawyer glaciers. They are all white with a black skull cap, red legs and a red beak. They eat small fish and insects and live up to 20 years. Wikipedia describes them, “They are lighter and more streamlined than gulls, and look
elegant in flight with long tails and long narrow wings.” Intelligent Designer at work. What an amazing creature is the caterpillar. Of course, the most amazing attribute is that it turns into a butterfly. It is earthly, ugly, creepy, destructive and it becomes a thing of beauty. They each have 4,000 muscles, with 248 in their head alone. We humans have only 629 muscles. Caterpillars have a tubular body with at least 36 legs. For defensive purposes they secrete fowl odors and a poison. The metamorphism from caterpillar to butterfly begins with an egg. The larva hatches into the caterpillar and then it turns into a pupa. A beautiful butterfly emerges. Nature does its thing. I heard of a scientist who tried to help the butterfly by slicing the pupa. He killed the butterfly. It was created by Intelligent Design. Inky the Octopus is one of my favorite small animals. Recently it was reported from New Zealand that Inky escaped from the National Aquarium. He or she is a global folk hero. “The size of a basketball, Inky
the mollusk squeezed through a narrow gap in its tank, flopped to the floor, slithered to a drainpipe and dropped down the 164 foot long pipe into the sea.” Marine biologists describe octopi as extremely intelligent; they learn quickly and solve problems. Each one has its own distinct personality. The pressing question? Do they have feelings? Are they self-aware? And, should we humans accord them moral status? I have one basic problem with Intelligent Design. As noted Scientist, Owen Gingerich says. “It (Intelligent Design) doesn’t take into consideration the concept of evolution and natural mutations.” I believe that any understanding of Intelligent Design must include the possibility of both of them. Amen. Selah. So be it.
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Cookies and Ice Cream galore : CREAM opens in Ontario
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ookies Rule Everything Around Me — CREAM. I couldn’t be more literal. The cookie gods finally heard my prayers of opening up a cookie/ice cream shop in the area that would allow me to eat like my inner teenager should and create my own ice cream cookie sandwich masterpiece. Viola — CREAM opens in Ontario. Let me explain for those that don’t know about CREAM. It’s a northern California based premium dessert shop that lets you pick your cookie (any cookie) and ice cream and turns it into a sandwich, waffle, milkshake, taco or pretty much anything. Basically the shop just lets you live. And now it’s here. In the good ol’ IE! See, I’ve been to CREAM in Berkeley, which is the first location to open, maybe a dozen times now. Maybe more. It’s just good. I have no fancy words to use for it and no other way to describe it. The concept is simple and it works. For a sandwich you pick your cookies of choice: •creamfetti (birthday cake w/confetti • butter sugar •carnival, •chocolate chip •double chocolate chip •oatmeal raisin •peanut butter
Then you choose from more than a dozen super-premium ice creams: • banana walnut fudge •caramel cinnamon chill •chocoholic •chocolate chip cookie dough •coconut •cookies and cream •cup of joe •french vanilla •green tea •mint chocolate chip •peanut butter twist •pistachio delight •rocky road •royal caramel swirl •salted caramel •strawberry cheesecake •toasted almonds •very berry strawberry soy options: mint chocolate chip and vanilla.
Then, uou can top it off with cereal, more cookies, sauces, gummy bears, Nutella, sprinkles, whipped cream or whatever you’re in to. And indulge! Their website says it all: “One taste of CREAM’s incredible ice cream sandwiches prepared to perfection, and you’ll be at a loss for words. Which is fine, because it’s rude to speak with your mouth full. Even if it’s filled with the most delicious ice cream sandwich you’ll ever have.” Photos of their treats are on their Facebook page —drool to your heart’s desire. www.facebook.com/CREAMOntario or creamnation.com. You’re welcome. The creamcountdown is over! CREAM is now open in Ontario.
The dessert shop is at 960 Ontario Mills Dr. Unit C. Info:909-466-8686
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Eyes Through an 80 Year Old
Now in the Winter of my years, I look back at my life and youth with pride, knowing that I have always strived to be politically informed and active in politics and governmental affairs. Sports, music, young love and other pursuits are the icing on the cake of life. I remember like it was yesterday so much of our national fabric coming together and tearing apart through so many years, wars and events. I recall the national celebration of victory at the end of World War II, and the subsequent prescient warning by a retired General and then President at the time warning us to beware of the "military-industrial complex". I remember the struggle and pain and the blood shed in the l950's and '60s in the struggle for civil rights and equal economic opportunities for Americans of darker skin. And how can I forget our nation torn asunder when we waged a war against a tiny nation of 13
million people and left them with a legacy of a country destroyed by napalm and agent orange. Let us not forget the "war on poverty'' to be followed by an equally ambitious war--the "war on drugs", the latter resulting in millions of Americans handicapped by a criminal record and leading to this great nation earning the distinction of having a greater ratio of it's citizens behind bars than any other nation on earth. There will be those who are reading this and consider even a most recent event-our pre-emptive war against a country alleged to possess weapons of mass destruction (Iraq}--as another historical example of our well-intentioned but misguided attempt to create a safer world. It is the body politic and the policies and practices created by those we send to represent us in the centers of government that determine not only our fate but the welfare and destiny not only of those we love but our fellow
citizens in an increasingly shrinking world. Looking back, I see that I have almost always voted too often for the lesser of two evils or in the Obamacare moved us in the right direction, but those in charge of profit in medical care are still in charge. Banlcs are still too big to fail. So long as there persists an incestuous union between corporate wealth and those who pursue careers in government, government will continue to represent the interests of the rich and powerful few and continue the sham of a government representative of the people as well. As I approach my 80th year on this earth, for the first time in my life I intend to vote wholeheartedly for a candidate who is ready to re-arrange the deck from it's flawed fundamentals. I will vote for Bernie Sanders. Bob Morales San Bernardino
Friendly skies? No longer
at security, removing shoes or anything that may set the system off. You go to the gate alone because loved ones or friends are not allowed beyond security. Boarding takes time because you can now put luggage in the overhead bins. The small seats have no leg room. Soda, coffee, water or juices are free, but if you are Today you must arrive one to hungry, you’d better have a credit two hours early and stand in line card to buy an overpriced snack. I was a stewardess in the 1960s and a flight attendant during and after 9/11. The changes are dramatic. In the ’60s: professional dress; seats not too close; wonderful beverage service and complete meal service, and you could walk your friends or family to the gate. A wonderful experience.
We fly for personal reasons or vacation, and it is sad we can’t enjoy the pleasures of flying as we did in the ’60s. I only fly for necessity these days to avoid the stress. Joyce Zuvich, San Pedro
Lawmakers must invest in public higher education
For more than a decade, public higher education has been the underfunded stepchild in California’s budget process, and this inadequate funding has disproportionately impacted students from diverse, low-income communities.
budget for our community college, California State University and University of California systems.
institutions the funding they need to ensure that every eligible person has access to educational opportunities.
The numbers are startling. Due Our lawmakers must invest in to inadequate funding over the our public higher education syspast five years, California public tems now for the betterment of all higher education has denied ac- Californians. I urge Gov. Jerry Brown and the cess to 2.5 million students who Legislature to provide a fix by in- were otherwise eligible to attend cluding full funding in the state college. Robert Garcia, Victorville The letter writer is president Public higher education is the of CSU employees union most effective and socially valuChapter 320, CSU San able driver for our state’s ecoBernardino nomic vitality. We must not postpone providing these public Mailing Address: P.O. Box 110, Colton, CA 92324 • Office Location: 1809 Commercenter West, San Bernardino, CA 92408 Letters are printed in the order they are received and are subject to editing for clarity.
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Operation New Hope: Creating Pathways for Youth
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High school dropouts, juvenile delinquents and the homeless are a small sampling of the at-risk youth population that Operation New Hope in Rancho Cucamonga takes into its fold and provides education, life skills and job readiness training. The youth program that provides assistance to 16- to 25-year-olds was established in 1982 to initially offer life skills training to juvenile delinquents. Operation New Hope Academic Coach Ivan Lumba (middle) is pictured with students Marty (left) and Shane Huffman.
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By MJ Duncan
hane Huffman, a student at New Hope, couldn’t write at the age of 18. Now 23 years old, he is a month shy of earning his high school diploma. He has received vocational credits and life skills training through Operation New Hope, a youth service provider. “I never thought I could get my high school diploma, and
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because of my academic coaches I’m going to achieve it,” Shane remarked enthusiastically. He is currently enrolled in a pre-veterinarian tech program, engaged to be married, owns a car and lives in a house with his fiancé. High school dropouts, juvenile delinquents and the homeless are a small sampling of the at-risk youth population that Operation New Hope takes into its fold and provides education, life skills and job readiness
training. The youth program that provides assistance to 16to 25-year-olds was established in 1982 to initially offer life skills training to juvenile delinquents. In 2011, the educational component was launched through a partnership with John Muir Charter School. Hundreds of students have since earned their high school diplomas, students who never dreamed they would achieve such an accomplishment due to social and eco-
nomic barriers. Located in Rancho Cucamonga, Operation New Hope offers an unconventional and accelerated means for students to graduate. The goal of Operation New Hope is tri-fold: Provide the educational component; assist with lifestyle changes by providing structure, avoiding negative influences and developing a holistic mind frame to better the individual; and to mold youth into productive citizens who can better
serve their communities. According to Operation New Hope Academic Coach Ivan Lumba, the attendance rate has risen steadily each year. There are currently 60 students enrolled and the average daily attendance rate is 55. “This is a remarkable rate coming from a population that people think don’t want to pursue their education,” Lumba said. “It’s not about them not wanting to attend school because I see these students showing up everyday, juggling their jobs and young children in commitment to this program.” Students have a desire to achieve, but those who face challenges and barriers such as homelessness, abuse, or becoming young parents fail to survive in the traditional school system where they get lost in the cracks. This is where Operation New Hope steps in. It acts as a safety net for those who drop out and provides them with necessary skills and education to put them on a path to achieve success and self-sufficiency. “We work with a group of youth that society has discarded as failures,” said Martinez Sellers, Operation New Hope CEO. “It’s very rewarding and inspiring to witness how they blossom in our program and become respectable, educated young adults.” According to Lumba many young people are grateful to earn their high school diplomas because they never thought they would ever achieve that milestone. Many of these graduates are the first generation in their families to graduate, Lumba said, and it means the next generation will strive to do better. Of the 30 students who graduated last year, 10 have opted to pursue higher education. For more information on Operation New Hope visit www.onhcares.org or call (909) 527-3894.
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San Bernardino is Healing from the CSUSB Dreamers Tragic Event by Inspiring Hope at Resource and Success an Upcoming Free Youth Training Center Presents Summit on Trauma & Luncheon ‘Undocu-Health Fair’ called SB Strong/SB Fuerte
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By Sandy Bonilla
f you didn't know San Bernardino, before, you undoubtedly do now. San Bernardino dominated the headlines on December 2, 2015 after a terrorist shooting that took the lives of 14 people. Since then, it’s been the subject on major media outlets and the topic of gun control during the 2016 Presidential Candidate Debates. Our hearts are broken for the families of those that were taken from them and as a City we grieved. But, in the aftermath of this tragedy, so many people are now weighing in on our City. Some accuse San Bernardino of being a bad place to live and no one cares. But that San Bernardino---the one that others assume us to be---isn’t our San Bernardino. In our San Bernardino, like any other place, we’ve seen bad things happen, sure. But, unlike most places, there is enough kindness and compassion to last a lifetime. In fact, the City of San Bernardino Mayor R. Carey Davis and San Bernardino Coun-
cilwoman Virginia Marquez, along with other partners such as SCMF Urban Conservation Corps (co-founded by the late Bobby Vega), Maria Murillo-EMQ Families First, Hugo Castellanos--San Bernardino County Children and Family Services, Lawrence V. Fitz--John Muir Charter School San Bernardino, along with neighboring experts Dr. Denise Herz & Dr. Carly Dierkhising, Cal State Los Angeles School of Criminal Justice & Criminalistics do care and have been putting their minds together to organize a Youth Training Summit on Trauma. When people experience or witness a horrible event, they often do not have words to help make sense of what is happening and do not realize the potential for long lasting effects. The aim of the Youth Training Summit (SB Strong/ SB Fuerte) is to educate young people on trauma and its impact, as well as to identify skills that help build resiliency. The professional trainers for this event are Dr. Corey Timberlake, Clinical Program Manager for EMQ Families First and Dr. Isaiah B. Pickens, Assistant Director of Service Systems National Cen-
ter for Child Traumatic Stress and Founder of iOpening Enterprises. San Bernardino Mayor R. Carey Davis, Assembly member Cheryl Brown and San Bernardino Council member Virginia Marquez will welcome the youth and families attending. Along with the Youth Summit Training, there will also be a free continental breakfast and luncheon. The Youth Training Summit and Luncheon (SB Strong/SB Fuerte) is Friday morning June 10, 2016 from 9am to 12noon at San Bernardino City Hall at 300 N D St, San Bernardino, CA 92418. This event is free and open to youth and young adults, as well as their families. There is limited seating at San Bernardino City Hall. To get a free ticket, please contact, Mr. Jorge Sierra, Support Services Manager--Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire Southern California Mountains Foundation (909) 2585463 or email him atjsierra@mountainsfoundation.o rg. A major sponsor for this event is the California Endowment, a Los Angles based Foundation that promotes health and justice for all.
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he Cal State San Bernardino DREAMers Resource and Success Center will host its first “Undocu-Health Fair” on Saturday, June 4. The free event, which is open to the public, will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Visual Arts Center patio area. Activities for children will be provided. The weekend daily parking rate (Friday at 5:01 p.m.- Sunday) is $3. Informational sessions on health care resources and initiatives in California for undocumented families as well as other on-site resources will be offered during the fair. Medi-Cal counselors also will be on site to assist those who wish to enroll. Interested participants should bring: · Proof of identity (driver’s license or photo ID); · Proof of income (paycheck stub or bank statement); Birth certificate of the · child (regardless of country of origin); · Proof of address (utility bill or phone bill); and Medi-Cal card for other · family members (if available). “Many of our undocumented families are unaware of the health services available to
them,” said Maria Barragan-Arreguin, administrative support coordinator for the DREAMer’s center. “For that reason, our DRSC will be hosting its very first Undocu-Health Fair.” The center focuses on bringing awareness to the California Dream Act about financial aid, employment opportunities, scholarships, internships, immigration services, information about graduate school and other resources that will help achieve student success. For more information on the fair or to request disability accommodations, contact the DREAMer’s center at (909) 537-5937. Set in the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, CSUSB is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in inland Southern California. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015-2016, CSUSB serves more than 20,000 students each year and graduates about 4,000 students annually. For more information about Cal State San Bernardino, contact the university’s Office of Strategic Communication at (909) 537-5007 and visit news.csusb.edu.
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COLTON HIGH SCHOOL 2016 GIRLS STATE DELEGATE NAMED
San Bernardino City Schools Celebrate Historic Graduation Rate
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Natalie Perez has been selected to represent Colton American Legion Unit 155 this year. Girls State is a Leadership Program sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. It will be held June 27th to July 2nd, 2016 at Claremont McKenna College. This program is designed to increase awareness and knowledge of governmental processes and citizenship. One delegate is selected from each high school. Candidates are recommended by their Junior Class Counselor to be interviewed. Seven intelligent young ladies were interviewed at Colton High. Natalie is the daughter of Moses and Maria Perez.
ith high school graduation season right around the corner, the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is celebrating its historically high graduation rate for the Class of 2015, which exceeded both county and state rates. Data released by the California Department of Education on Tuesday, May 17 shows 85 percent of San Bernardino City Unified School District students in the Class of 2015 earned a high school diploma, compared to 79.9 for the previous class. The remarkable 5.1 percentage point increase marks the fourth consecutive year that the District’s graduation rate has jumped. The overall graduation rate for California is 82.3 percent and the county rate is 80.7 percent. The District’s historically high graduation rate is encouraging news for the entire community,
said Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden, because it’s evidence that the variety of interventions the District offers to help students graduate are working. “I want to recognize and compliment our Board of Education and cabinet team for their leadership, and I want to extend a round of applause to all of our site leaders for their work in leading this effort,” Marsden said. “To our students, parents, and the San Bernardino community, our District is taking great strides to Make Hope Happen for every student in this District. Through your on-going commitment to achieve educational success, you are partnering with us to make this a reality.” The graduation data release Tuesday had even more great new for SBCUSD. Middle College High School, one of the top performing high schools in the Inland Empire and
the state, saw 100 percent of its students graduate in 2015, including many who simultaneously earned an associate of arts degree from San Bernardino Valley College. Also noteworthy is the striking increase in the percentage of English learners who graduated, 82.8 percent, leading to an 11.2 percentage point jump over the previous year. The District’s overall A–G rate of completion rose from 18.5 percent to 28.3 percent, an increase of 9.8 percentage points between 2014 and 2015, meaning more high school graduates are meeting college-entrance requirements. Other District highlights include Arroyo Valley High School, which surpassed the District’s overall graduation rate by awarding a high school diploma to 96 percent of students in the Class of 2015. That’s an 8 percentage point growth over the previous
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The Children’s Fund: Backpacks, school supplies needed to assist foster youth
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Volunteers help organize school supply donations made to the children’s fund annual summer backpack and school supply drive. the items are stuffed in backpacks and distributed to foster youth in san Bernardino county.
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By Yazmin Alvarez
he Children’s Fund is turning to the community to help youth in San Bernardino County start the new school year ready to learn with new school supplies in hand. Donations of new backpacks and school supplies for county foster and other vulnerable youth are being accepted through the organi-
zation’s annual school supply drive now through June 24. Supplies donated will benefit youth served through the county’s Children and Family Services department. “The first day of school is important. Something as simple as new school supplies and a cool backpack gives our county’s youth pride and confidence,” said Betty Chambers, program manager of
Children’s Fund, in a news release. Since the organization began the drive more than 10 years ago, thousands of backpacks have been distributed to children, said Shari Hunke, spokeswoman for the Children’s Fund. Each year, about 1,500 backpacks are collected through the drive, Hunke said with additional backpacks purchased through the organization. The collection occurs in the sum-
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Businesses, churches and other organizations can host a backpack collection in support of the children’s fund now through June 24.
mer to allow plenty of time to deliver to Children and Family Services for distribution to youth by the first day of school in August. “That’s why theses drives are so important,” she said. “Sometimes we have a surplus and sometimes
we don’t have enough.” When there is a surplus, backpacks and supplies are then distributed to other nonprofits and agencies before the school year begins, Hunke said.
Redlands Community Hospital ER offers tips on handling hot weather workouts
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even houck, medical director of emergency services at redlands community hospital suggests staying hydrated during training outdoors.
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medical director of Emergency Services at Redlands Community Hospital, in a news release. “If you look at local building sites, workers have finished by 11 a.m. They wear light colored, long sleeved cotton T-shirts. They also have a bottle of water or a sports beverage with them at all times.” During summer months, dehydration is the main health concern, according to the release. The body can sweat up to two quarts an hour, and matching the loss by intaking water and sports drinks is necessary. “Failing to do this or overexertion can cause your thermostat to short-circuit, slowing circulation and perspiration. The shutdown triggers a rapid ascent in body temperature. Your body now suffers
from heat exhaustion and may be on the way to heatstroke,” the release says. Drinking plenty of liquids before going out into hot weather and replenishing the body every 15 minutes can help avoid overheating, Houck said. “Hydration is crucial. Sports drinks are especially beneficial because they have added salt, electrolytes and potassium. Drinking just plain water is not sufficient; you need to replace the salt you lose from your body." This especially goes for athletes training outside. In hot weather, a well-conditioned athlete can overdo their exercise regimen, which can lead to heat cramps, fatigue, and heat ex-
By Yazmin Alvarez
he first day of summer may still be about a week away, but Inland Empire residents have been feeling the heat lately. With temperatures hitting triple digits last weekend and highs expected in the upper 90s this week, health officials are asking residents, especially athletes and those exercising outdoors, to take extra precautions while working or exercising outdoors in the scorching heat and to “listen to your body’s signals.” “Take a hint from construction workers,” says Even Houck D.O.,
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With recent triple-digit temperatures and summer months approaching, health officials are asking residents to take precautions and stay hydrated while exercising outdoors.
haustion or maybe even heat stroke. Houck suggests the following tips to help maintain health and physique this summer: · Exercise early or late, try not to exercise outdoors in the middle of the day, when the sun is the highest and hottest. · Be sure to increase your water intake. Excessive sweating causes your body to lose fluids that need to be replaced. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to drink water. · Wear breathable (cotton), lightcolored clothing to reflect the heat · Exercise on cooler surfaces like grass instead of asphalt
· Gradually build up your exercise routine over a couple of weeks. This will give your body time to acclimate to the warmer weather · Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher · Avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages · Don’t overdo it. Pay attention to your body and any distress signals it may be sending. To learn more about how to prevent heat exhaustion during summer months visit the hospital’s website at www.redlandshospital.org.
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REV can't hold off top ranked South Hills for Southern Section baseball championship
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Redlands East Valley centerfielder Paul Rojas helped lead team into CIF title game.
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By Harvey M. Kahn
est Covina South Hills scored two runs in the seventh inning for a come-from-behind 4-3 over Redlands East Valley on Saturday to win the Southern Section Division 2 baseball championship at San Bernardino Stadium. REV was held to two hits by Brandon Dieter and trailed 2-0 after five innings. REV finishes at 23-8. REV came alive in the sixth inning after Paul Rojas' leadoff triple traveled to the left field fence. Rojas scored on a sacrifice fly from Christian Kirtley. Robert Gonzalez followed with a pinch hit single, Brett Vansant walked, and Joseph Rodriguez' bunt scored Gonzalez. Justin Wear followed with a bunt to score Vansant for a 3-2 lead. REV then needed three outs for the championship. REV coach James Cordes brought in Ryan Silva in an a attempt to close out the win. Silva had not allowed an earned run during two playoff wins covering 13 innings. South Hills went right
to work in the seventh with singles from Quinn Cotter, Jacob Dominquez, Nick DeLa Cruz and sac fly by Christian Moya for its 4-3 lead. The Wildcats got an outstanding performance from reliever Noah Moya who replaced starter Andrew Miner in the top of the fourth. Trailing 2-0, Moya kept REV in the game by throwing three innings of scoreless middle relief without allowing a hit. "I was very comfortable with bringing in Ryan (Silva) as a closer. He closed for us earlier in the year," said Cordes, who felt Moya was stretched as far as possible in the one hundred degree temperature. It was Moya's longest outing of the season. "The seventh inning is a tough inning. We needed to get the leading lady and we could not do that," said Cordes, referring to Cotter's leadoff single in the seventh. "We knew that it was a long way to go when we led 3-2 into the seventh. South Hills was No. 1 for a reason." REV managed to get the tying run on third base with one out in the seventh on singles from Keller Raborn and Rojas. But winning pitcher Ryan Mauch got a double play to end the game. Kirtley made seven defensive plays at second base and shortstop Rodriguez made three difficult plays, not including a great tag on a first inning pickoff. Centefielder Rojas added to REV's good showing by running down two long fly balls. REV's starter Miner finished his amazing senior season at 9-0 with a 1.15 ERA. He escaped the loss on Saturday after giving up three hits and two runs (one earned) in three innings. "I just couldn't get my feet under me today," said Miner, who said he will no longer play baseball, instead concentrating on his studies next year at BYU. He admitted that his impressive season came as a surprise. "I never won many games before I started throwing over the top. Last season I threw sidearm."
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At top: Redlands East Valley Baseball team gets ready to co gratulate West Covina South Hills HS after it defeated the Wildcats, 4-3 on Saturday for CIF-Championship. Bottom: REV coach James Cordes talks to team after title game. He was 1-1 with a 1.56 ERA last year. Losing pitcher Silva entered the game with a 7-4, 0.90 ERA. The junior was on the JV's last season. Rojas, a senior was another who blossomed into a All-Citrus Belt League 1st team star. He totaled 11 hits last season but had 45 this year. His .468 batting average and 18 steals led the CBL. To the very end of the game Cordes said he reminded his players about "our type of baseball." Opposing manager Darren Murphy described REV as a tough team who was good at "small ball." Murphy was concerned about REV having a home field advantage. "In the seventh inning I told the team to take a strike. I reminded them about how great it will feel when we come back and win it. I wanted to stay positive. The drama of the game added to the story."
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Redlands East Valley centerfielder Paul Rojas helped lead team into CIF title game.
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Golf program teaches life skills to young children Schedule of Camp Sessions for Colton Golf Club
First Session: June 13 to June 17; Second Session: June 20 to June 24; Third Session: July 18 to July 22.
Children are expected to meet at the Colton Golf Club, located at 1901 W. Valley Boulevard. Class times are from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The regular camp session fee is $80 and registration is $10. The low income session fee is $35 and registration is $10.
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Enhancing Forward Action incorporated Executive Director tammie Lozolla, second from right, with participants of last year’s Golf camp. By Anthony Victoria
T Visbal saw a transformed and impoverished Inland Empire when he moved back from Orange County a few years ago. It motivated Visbal and his colleagues at Brighton Hill Academy Sport and Learning Center to partner with community stakeholders to provide children in the Inland Empire with golf and life skills. For Visbal and Brighton Hill Executive Director Pamela Tyler, it is vital boys and girls across the In-
land region learn the core values of life. “The future of this area is based on the well being of our kids,” said Visbal. “I’m not sure kids are getting the guidance that we did.” With the help of Enhancing Forward Action Incorporated, Brighton Hill is putting on three Summer Youth Golf Camp sessions this month at the Colton Golf Club, San Bernardino Golf Club, and Yucaipa Valley Golf Club. The first session begins on June 13. The camps are part of the wider Develops Rewarding Inspiring
Values for Everyone (DRIVE) initiative that was created by youth developmental organization First Tee to teach children nine core values: respect, integrity honesty, sportsmanship, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy, and judgement. In addition to learning how to hit a golf ball, children will learn how to manage their emotions, set goals, resolve conflicts, and communicate. “We want to raise up good parents and people who will give back to others,” explained Visbal. “These kids need the values that
For more information, call (909) 297-6262.
will help them succeed in life.” Visbal explained that Brighton Hill is in accordance with First Tee to create a Inland Empire Chapter in the fall. They are in discussions with local school administrators in hopes of implementing First Tee at over 50 schools, where an estimated 100,000 students will have access to golf lessons and nutritional tips during physical education courses. Moreover, children will learn the physics of golf beginning with golf experiments -connecting the sport with the concept of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). When it is established, First Tee Inland Empire it will be the seventh chapter in Southern California. The six others are in Orange
County, San Diego, Los Angeles, South Los Angeles, Pasadena, and in the Coachella Valley.
Enhancing Forward Action Executive Director Tammie Lozolla, who will be leading the Summer Camp at the Colton Golf Club, encourages the community to participate by sponsoring a child. “It’s important we make sure these children are receiving the nutrition and health they need to lead good lives,” said Lozolla. “The values they learn at this camp will help them for the rest of their lives.” The regular camp session fee is $80 and registration is $10. The low income session fee is $35 and registration is $10. For more information, call (909) 297-6262.
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