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EDUCATION & YOUTH
Mountain Views-News Saturday, January 30, 2016
SCHOOL DIRECTORY
LASALLE WINS 1-0 OVER BISHOP MONTGOMERY
Alverno High School
200 N. Michillinda Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
(626) 355-3463 Head of School: Ann M. Gillick
E-mail address: agillick@alverno-hs.org
Arcadia High School
180 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007
Phone: (626) 821-8370, Principal: Brent Forsee
bforsee@ausd.net
Arroyo Pacific Academy
41 W. Santa Clara St. Arcadia, Ca,
(626) 294-0661 Principal: Phil Clarke
E-mail address: pclarke@arroyopacific.org
Barnhart School
240 W. Colorado Blvd Arcadia, Ca. 91007
(626) 446-5588 Head of School: Ethan Williamson
Kindergarten - 8th grade
website: www.barnhartschool.org
Bethany Christian School
93 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
(626) 355-3527
Principal: Dr. William Walner
website: www. bcslions.org
Clairbourn School
8400 Huntington Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91775
Phone: 626-286-3108 ext. 172
FAX: 626-286-1528
E-mail: jhawes@clairbourn.org
Foothill Oaks Academy
822 Bradbourne Ave., Duarte, CA 91010
(626) 301-9809
Co-Principals Nancy Lopez and Diane Kieffaber
info@foothilloaksacademy.org
preschool@foothilloaksacademy.org
Frostig School
971 N. Altadena Drive Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 791-1255
Head of School: Jenny Janetzke
Email: jenny@frostig.org
The Gooden School
192 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
(626) 355-2410 Head of School: Patty Patano
website: www.goodenschool.org
High Point Academy
1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road Pasadena, Ca. 91107
Headmaster John Higgins 626-798-8989
website: www.highpointacademy.org
LaSalle High School
3880 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca.
(626) 351-8951 website: www.lasallehs.org
Principal Bro. Christopher Brady, FSC
Monrovia High School
325 East Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 471-2800 Principal Darvin Jackson
Email: schools@monrovia.k12.ca.us
Odyssey Charter School
725 W. Altadena Dr. Altadena, Ca. 91001
(626) 229-0993 Head of School: Lauren O’Neill
website: www.odysseycharterschool.org
Pasadena High School
2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca.
(626) 396-5880 Principal: Gilbert Barraza
website: http://phs.pusd.us
St. Rita Catholic School
322 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
Principal Joan Harabedian (626) 355-9028
website: www.st-rita.org
Sierra Madre Elementary School
141 W. Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
(626) 355-1428 Principal: Esther Salinas
E-mail address: salinas.esther@pusd.us
Sierra Madre Middle School
160 N. Canon Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024
(626) 836-2947 Principal: Garrett Newsom
E-mail address: newsom.garrett@pusd.us
Walden School
74 S San Gabriel Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 792-6166
www.waldenschool.net
Weizmann Day School
1434 N. Altadena Dr. Pasadena, Ca. 91107
(626) 797-0204
Lisa Feldman: Head of School
Wilson Middle School
300 S. Madre St. Pasadena, Ca. 91107
(626) 449-7390 Principal: Ruth Esseln
E-mail address: resseln@pusd.us
Pasadena Unified School District
351 S. Hudson Ave., Pasadena, Ca. 91109
(626) 396-3600 Website: www.pusd@pusd.us
rcadia Unified School District
234 Campus Dr., Arcadia, Ca. 91007
(626) 821-8300 Website: www.ausd.net
Monrovia Unified School District
325 E. Huntington Dr., Monrovia, Ca. 91016
(626) 471-2000 Website: www.monroviaschools.net
Duarte Unified School District
1620 Huntington Dr., Duarte, Ca. 91010
(626)599-5000 Website: www.duarte.k12.ca.us
ALVERNO HIGH SCHOOL CELEBRATES AP ART STUDENTS AT
CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS
Student artwork was put on display for Robert Graham Memorial Student Art Exhibit
Steven Graham, Julia Fanara, Tim Lewis, Isabella Dominguez, Gayle Roski, Emma Andres, Cynthia Lee, and Msgr. Kevin Kostlenik
Sierra Madre, CA (January 28, 2016) – On Sunday, January 24 four Alverno High
School students had their artwork blessed and unveiled at the Cathedral of Our
Lady of the Angels as a part of the Robert Graham Memorial Student Art Exhibit.
The exhibit features artwork from students at different high schools throughout
the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Members of the community are invited to view
the artwork at the Cathedral, which will be on display through Lent.
“Honoring art through the spiritual and artistic expressions of every student
artist is one of the goals of the Cathedral Fine Arts Committee,” explained
Committee Chair Gayle Garner Roski.
The exhibit is named in honor of the noted sculptor Robert Graham, who
designed the Cathedral’s Great Bronze Doors. Steven Graham, son of the
late sculptor who died in 2008, said, “I think it’s fantastic that the Cathedral is
promoting student artwork. It’s something that would make my father very
happy.”
Seniors Emma Andres, Isabella Dominguez, Cynthia Lee, and Ciara Madigan
were all chosen to participate in the exhibit as members of Alverno’s Advanced
Placement Studio Art course as well as members of the National Art Honor
Society. Each of the students was asked to create a piece of art which reflected her
own spirituality.
Emma Andres’ work “Purple Serenity” was completed with watercolor and
pencil. “When thinking of my own spirituality, I imagine peacefulness and a calm
atmosphere,” said Emma. “To delve into these feelings, I explored the works of
Georgia O’Keefe. With O’Keefe as a guide, I experimented with the peacefulness
of succulent photography. Once I found the shot I wanted, I inverted its original
green color, giving it a sort of purple serenity.”
For her piece, Cynthia Lee chose to use pencil to create a piece called “Nature in
Tromp-l’oeil.” “I find spirituality in looking closely at nature,” Cynthia said. “My
art is influenced by human and animal anatomy, biology, and the natural sciences.
By looking at the world through a scientific lens, I feel a greater connection to
a spiritual center. This drawing is an attempt to bring my love of drawing and
science together.”
“Dandelion” by Isabella Dominguez was drawn with conté crayons and
colored pencils. While creating her piece Isabella shared the thought behind it,
“I believe that an important part of spirituality is the presence of hope and the
desire for better things for ourselves and those around us. Not only is it part of our
culture, but part of our own personal need for comfort. The dandelion, for me and
for others, is a primary symbol of a wish or a dream. Similar to a person’s dream,
they may not mean anything to anyone else, but they do have meaning to some.”
Finally, “Your Hands” by Ciara Madigan was a cepia photo taken using a
digital camera. Ciara reflected on her piece and said, “I believe spirituality comes
from within as well as from the people around you who have a positive impact
on your life. This work is spiritual to me because it emphasizes the relationship
between me and my siblings. Both of my siblings have special needs but they have
always been one of my greatest support systems. My younger sister recently died,
but my older brother and I still keep a strong relationship with each other and
her.”
“We are proud to support the tremendous talent of our Catholic high school
students,” said Msgr. Kevin Kostelnik, Cathedral Pastor. “Visitors to the Cathedral
have enjoyed and celebrated these wonderful works of art and self-expression by
our featured young artists over the last few years. We look forward to welcoming
more visitors to enjoy these student’s inspirational works.”
“The thoughtfulness, talent, and passion that these young women put into
creating their art for this exhibit is a testament to their commitment and love
of the arts. Alverno High School is incredibly proud of these young women for
the beautiful works they have created,” said Julia V. Fanara, Head of School.
“Emma, Isabella, Cynthia and Ciara are not only talented artists but incredible
scholars whose academic excellence and artistic endeavors have been recognized
as members of the National Art Honor Society. Alverno is thrilled to have their
art on display in the Cathedral and thanks the Cathedral Fine Arts Committee for
this opportunity.”
About Alverno High School
Alverno High School is a progressive Catholic, independent, college preparatory
school for young women dedicated to preparing them to function in a society
as informed, knowledgeable persons, who have the requisite skills to make and
implement mature decisions about complex problems. Enlivened by the spirit
of its Immaculate Heart Community sponsors, and mindful of the Franciscan
roots of its founders, Alverno’s program—academic, spiritual, aesthetic, social,
and physical—is shaped by the staff, trustees, and students in light of the world
for which the students are being educated. Alverno’s mission is to empower each
young woman to be exactly the person she wants to be and since 1960, Alverno
has empowered more than 4,500 women to meet that goal. For more information
about Alverno High School, please call 626-355-3463 or visit www.alverno-hs.
org.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER NOMINATIONS
Do you know an outstanding preschool teacher that deserves to be
recognized for the meaningful work they do with children every day?
Do you have a story of a preschool teacher who is creating an impact on
a young child’s life? Nominate an outstanding preschool teacher to be
a contender for LAUP’s 9th LA County Preschool Teacher of the Year
Awards.
For nine years, LAUP has honored the achievements of preschool
teachers who are making a difference in Los Angeles. As an organization
that is dedicated to moving the needle in quality early care and education,
LAUP strives to recognize quality programs that are giving our young
learners the developmental skills they need to succeed in school and in life.
Nomination forms are due February 19, 2016. Click here for the
nomination form.
Each winning teacher is awarded a $2,000 cash stipend through
the Elizabeth Lowe / Bob Weekley Award for Excellence in
Preschool Teaching endowment, as well as classroom supplies
generously donated by Lakeshore Learning Materials. In addition,
they will be honored with a celebration
luncheon in May at the Kenneth
Hahn Hall of Administration and
presented with an official scroll from
the LA County Board of Supervisors.
For more information, please visit
LAUP.net.
CIVIC CLUB OFFERS
EDUCATIONAL AWARDS
Each year the Sierra Madre Civic Club grants thousands of dollars in educational awards. High
school seniors who live or work in Sierra Madre or who are related to a member of Civic Club are
eligible to apply. Application forms are available in your school’s guidance office or they may be
picked up at the Sierra Madre Library or the Sierra Madre Town Office. Completed forms and
recommendations are due by March 15, 2016. Meeting the scholarship recipients is one of our
favorite activities so we look forward to hearing from you.
The Sierra Madre Civic Club is a civic and philanthropic organization. We meet the second
Thursday of every month at 7:30 PM in the Hart Park House.
Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: editor@mtnviewsnews.com Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com
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