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Mountain Views-News Saturday, July 9, 2016 EDUCATION & YOUTH 9 Mountain Views-News Saturday, July 9, 2016 EDUCATION & YOUTH 9 
LA SALLE RETIRES NUMBER 11 


SCHOOL DIRECTORY 


Pasadena, CA – Bowdien “Bubba” Derby, who is a 2012 graduate ofLa Salle High School in Pasadena, had his baseball jersey and numberretired during a ceremony at the baseball diamond at Arcadia CountyPark, the Lancers’ home field. 

Derby’s high school career began by being called up to varsityas a freshman then helping win La Salle’s first ever Del Rey Leaguechampionship. He then capped his career by pitching threeoutstanding playoff games in the tough CIF Division III bracketincluding two no hitters against Bishop Montgomery and St. Paul,
two great hitting teams.

His stellar baseball career continued at San Diego Stateafter Derby was personally recruited to pitch for the Aztecsby the late baseball great and head coach Tony Gwinn. 

Derby started his Aztec career by striking out college greatKris Bryant (now with the Chicago Cubs) with the bases loaded,
and then ended his collegiate career going head-to-head withDillon Tate (first round draft pick for The Texas Rangers) in thefirst game of the NCAA Baseball Regionals. The Aztecs wonthree conference championships in a row riding on Derby’s arm.

In June 2015, Bubba was drafted in the 6th round of the MLB 
Draft to play professionally for the Oakland Athletics. Darby wasrecently traded to the Milwaukee Brewers.

Former Lancer Baseball Head Coach, Harry Agajanian, said,
“Bubba, you have brought attention and class to La Salle and to 


Lancer Baseball. I can speak for the entire baseball program and theathletic department when I say that it has been a joy and a privilegeto watch you perform and mature through your high school yearsand beyond. To commemorate your accomplishments as a studentof the game, your jersey and number 11 will be retired and displayedon our outfield fence knowing that you will forever be regarded as agreat Lancer.” 

ALVERNO HIGH SCHOOL WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR OF 
COLLEGE GUIDANCE 

Alverno is pleased to announce the hire of Megan Hoover as the New Director of College Guidance 

Alverno High School is pleased to 


and friends. On weekends, she enjoys 
announce the hire of Megan Hoover, M.Ed. 

swimming, hiking, kayaking, and 
as its new Director of College Guidance. 

attending sporting events of all kinds. 
Megan will fill the vacancy created by the 

Megan will arrive at Alverno High School 
retirement of Alverno’s former Director of 

after a week-long trip exploring college 
College Guidance, Eileen Garabedian, who 

campuses and BBQ establishments as she 
retired in June after 29 years at Alverno. 

drives across the country from her family 
“We are very excited to announce the 

vacation home in Virginia Beach, VA. 
hire of Megan Hoover as the new Director 

She will be writing a blog about her visits 
of College Guidance at Alverno High 

and experiences that she looks forward 
School,” said Julia V. Fanara, Head of 

to sharing with the Alverno community 
School. “Megan brings with her a diverse 

upon her arrival in the fall. 
background in college counseling, which 

“I look forward to becoming a memberincludes experience with both domestic 

of the Alverno High School communityand international students in an all-girls 

in my new role as the Director ofsetting. In addition to working with other 

College Guidance,” remarks Megan. “I 
independent schools across the country, 

am especially looking forward to theMegan brings extensive knowledge of 

opportunity to get to know all of the uniqueeast and west colleges, as well as others 

young women that make up the Alvernothroughout the United States. She believes 

community. After interviewing for the

Alverno High School200 N. Michillinda Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 
(626) 355-3463 Head of School: Ann M. GillickE-mail address: agillick@alverno-hs.org 
Arcadia High School180 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007Phone: (626) 821-8370, Principal: Brent Forseebforsee@ausd.net 
Arroyo Pacific Academy41 W. Santa Clara St. Arcadia, Ca, 
(626) 294-0661 Principal: Phil ClarkeE-mail address: pclarke@arroyopacific.org 
Barnhart School 
240 W. Colorado Blvd Arcadia, Ca. 91007 
(626) 446-5588 Head of School: Ethan WilliamsonKindergarten - 8th gradewebsite: www.barnhartschool.org 
Bethany Christian School93 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024(626) 355-3527Principal: Dr. William Walnerwebsite: www. bcslions.org 
Clairbourn School 
8400 Huntington DriveSan Gabriel, CA 91775 
Phone: 626-286-3108 ext. 172 
FAX: 626-286-1528 
E-mail: jhawes@clairbourn.org 
Foothill Oaks Academy822 Bradbourne Ave., Duarte, CA 91010(626) 301-9809Co-Principals Nancy Lopez and Diane Kieffaberinfo@foothilloaksacademy.orgpreschool@foothilloaksacademy.org 
Frostig School971 N. Altadena Drive Pasadena, CA 91107 
(626) 791-1255Head of School: Jenny Janetzke 
Email: jenny@frostig.org 
The Gooden School 
192 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024(626) 355-2410Interim Head of School, Merrily Dunlap 
website: www.goodenschool.org 
High Point Academy1720 Kinneloa Canyon Road Pasadena, Ca. 91107 
Headmaster John Higgins 626-798-8989 
website: www.highpointacademy.org 
La Salle High School3880 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca. 
(626) 351-8951 website: www.lasallehs.orgPrincipal Bro. Christopher Brady, FSC 
Monrovia High School325 East Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016(626) 471-2800 Principal Darvin JacksonEmail: schools@monrovia.k12.ca.us 
Odyssey Charter School725 W. Altadena Dr. Altadena, Ca. 91001(626) 229-0993 Head of School: Lauren O’Neillwebsite: www.odysseycharterschool.org 
Pasadena High School2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca.
(626) 396-5880 Principal: Roberto Hernandezwebsite: http://phs.pusd.us 
St. Rita Catholic School 
322 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024Principal Joan Harabedian (626) 355-9028website: www.st-rita.org 
Sierra Madre Elementary School141 W. Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024(626) 355-1428 Principal: Esther SalinasE-mail address: salinas.esther@pusd.us 
Sierra Madre Middle School 
160 N. Canon Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024(626) 836-2947 Principal: Garrett NewsomE-mail address: newsom.garrett@pusd.us 
Walden School 
74 S San Gabriel Blvd 
Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 792-6166www.waldenschool.net 
Weizmann Day School1434 N. Altadena Dr. Pasadena, Ca. 91107(626) 797-0204Lisa Feldman: Head of School 
Wilson Middle School 
300 S. Madre St. Pasadena, Ca. 91107(626) 449-7390 Principal: Ruth EsselnE-mail address: resseln@pusd.us 
Pasadena Unified School District 
351 S. Hudson Ave., Pasadena, Ca. 91109(626) 396-3600 Website: www.pusd@pusd.usrcadia 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 
in the value of taking college tours and 
works with students to create individual college plans aligned 
with their goals and interests. Megan’s broad experience with 21st 
century technology and collegiate opportunities make her a great 
fit for our campus and we look forward to the new insight and 
perspective she will bring to our community.” 

Megan originally hails from Bethesda, Maryland. As a graduate 
of Georgetown Visitation in Washington, D.C., she has first-hand 
knowledge and great respect for the benefits of educating young 
women in an all-girls school setting. She is thrilled to be able to 
take on her new role as Director of College Guidance at Alverno 
High School. Megan has a bachelor’s degree in Human Services 
from Elon University and master of education degree from The 
Catholic University of America in School Counseling. 

Most recently, Megan served as the Director of College 
Counseling at Oldfiels School, an all-girls private boarding school 
in Glencoe, Maryland. Prior to that, she worked as the Assistant 
Director of College Counseling at Sandy Spring Friends School in 
Sandy Springs, Maryland. 

When not working, Megan enjoys spending time with family 

position and learning more about Alverno,
I am confident that my experience and Alverno’s commitment toacademic excellence and individual experiences will work togetherto continue to produce exceptional young women.” 

About Alverno High SchoolAlverno High School is an independent, progressive, Catholic, 
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 4,200 women to meet that goal. 
For more information about Alverno High School, please call 626355-
3463 or visit www.alverno-hs.org. 

PASADENA UNIFIED ANNOUNCES THE SELECTION 
OF SIERRA MADRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL 

Pasadena, CA – The Pasadena 
Unified School District (PUSD) ispleased to announce the selectionof Lindsay Lewis as Principal ofSierra Madre Elementary School.
“We are fortunate to have strongleaders who are experienced andcan transition into principal roles,
as exemplified by newly appointedSierra Madre Elementary SchoolPrincipal Lindsay Lewis,” said 
Superintendent Brian McDonald. 
“She brings a strong vision, a proventrack record and a collaborative 
approach to creating opportunitiesfor all children to become authentic 
learners.” 

Ms. Lewis is already an integralpart of the Sierra Madre Elementarycommunity, having served as theschool’s Curriculum Resource 
Teacher since 2011. She worked 
closely with former Principal EstherSalinas, faculty, and the communityin transitioning instruction to 

the new state learning standards.
During her time of service, SierraMadre was named a California 
Gold Ribbon School and earned 

the California Exemplary Arts 
Education Award in 2016. 
“I am so excited to serve 

and support the Sierra Madre 
Elementary School community aswe embark on this new journey!”
said Ms. Lewis. “Together, we willcontinue to nurture learners as 
they grow into brilliant, creative,
strong and true-hearted leaderswithin a safe and supportivecommunity. I am proud to carry onthat ‘gold ribbon’ spirit alongsidethis exemplary staff, families 
and community to continue 
Sierra Madre School’s legacy ofexcellence.” 

In addition to being a resourceteacher, Ms. Lewis has taught everygrade level from kindergartenthrough eighth grades. She began 

her educational career in San 
Diego Unified School District as afirst grade teacher. Ms. Lewis alsotaught in Lemon Grove, Poway, andEl Cajon Unified School Districtsbefore joining the Pasadena UnifiedSchool District in 2001. 

A product of Pasadena UnifiedSchools, Ms. Lewis attended 
Burbank Elementary School andgraduated from John Muir High 
School. 

She received a Bachelor of 
Arts degree with a double majorin Psychology and Teacher 
Education from the University ofCalifornia, San Diego; a teachingcredential from San Diego State 
University; a Master of Arts degreein Counseling Psychology from

National University; and holds 
an administrative preliminary 
credential. 

Ms. Lewis was selected after a 
competitive process that included 

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Ms. Lewis’ appointment was 
effective July 1, 2016. Former 
principal Dr. Esther C. Salinashas been selected as the district 
Ombuds Officer. 

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LOCAL RESIDENT 
GRADUATES 
FROM VIRGINIA 
MILITARY 
INSTITUTE 

LEXINGTON, Va., July 7, 2016 

- more than 300 cadets received 
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of 
Science degrees from Virginia 
Military Institute during its 
commencement ceremony May 16. 
Commencement speaker U.S. Sen. 
Timothy M. Kaine addressed the 
Class of 2016 in VMI’s Cameron 
Hall. Graduating cadets included 
the following:
Connor W. Chow of Sierra 
Madre, Calif., received a Bachelor 
of Arts degree in International 
Studies with a Military History 
Minor. Graduating honors include 
Army Commission. Cadet Chow’s 
parents are Mr. and Mrs. Vincent C 
Chow. 

Founded in 1839, Virginia 
Military Institute is the nation’s 
oldest state-supported militarycollege. Consistently ranked among 
the top public liberal arts colleges 
in the nation by both U.S. News and 
World Report and Money magazine, 
VMI offers Bachelor of Arts and 
Bachelor of Science degrees in 14 
majors. It is the mission of VMI to 
prepare honorable and dedicated 
leaders ready for the challenges of 
21st-century citizenship. 

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