Mountain Views News, Combined Edition Saturday, June 12, 2021

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Mountain View News Saturday, June 12, 2021 

MONROVIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 
CELEBRATES GRADUATES WITH IN-PERSON 
COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES 

SCHOOL DIRECTORY 

Nearly 430 graduates from Monrovia Unified School 
District cheered as they walked across the graduation 
stage to receive their diplomas during in-person and 
drive-thru commencement ceremonies, held June 8 
and 9. 
Canyon Oaks High School and Mountain Park 
School celebrated the success of 45 graduates on June 
8 during a drive-thru ceremony, where administrators 
and teachers delivered emotional speeches that 
detailed each student’s hardships and successes that 
led to graduation day. 
“We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2021 and 
are thrilled to have celebrated their achievements in-
person, acknowledging their dedication during a year 
that challenged us all,” Board President Maritza Travanti 
said. “On behalf of the Board of Education, we 
wish all of the graduates continued success as they go 
on to college and career.” 
During the Canyon Oaks and Mountain Park graduation, 
students received thousands of dollars in scholarships 
from local organizations, including Rotary,
Kiwanis, Monrovia Reads, Citrus Bright Futures, Terrance 
Hall Memorial and more. Many Class of 2021 
graduates from Canyon Oaks and Mountain Park 
will continue their education at four-year universities 
such as California State University, Los Angeles, Utah 
State University and the University of La Verne. 
“Congratulations to all of our graduates, who have Monrovia High School celebrated the graduagone 
above and beyond to get to where they are totion 
of 378 seniors during an in-person com-
day,” Director of Alternative Schools Flint Fertig said. mencement ceremony on June 9. 
“Our graduating Class of 2021 is made up of devoted 
students who have a great capacity to love and 
to serve, and that is our motto at Canyon Oaks and 
Mountain Park – to go forth and serve.” 
On June 9, Wildcat Stadium roared as administrators, 
teachers, and families celebrated 378 seniors who persevered 
during an unprecedented school year. 
This year, Monrovia High School honored Zoe Gathers, 
Charlie Heatherly, James DeLisio, Zachary Szymkowski, 
Haily Sarmiento, Cory Spaeth, Allen Santos,
Brooke Gould, and Anthony Nava as valedictorians 
for receiving a cumulative unweighted GPA of 4.0 or 
higher. 
During the ceremony, the high-achieving scholars 
were recognized by Principal Kirk McGinnis as he 
celebrated the entire graduating class for their exceptional 
educational journey while at Monrovia High 
School. 
“Congratulations to the Class of 2021 – you are all exceptional 
and have reached this milestone in your life 
during a year filled with many adversities,” McGinnis 
said. “Your dedication to your studies is admirable 
and we cannot wait to see where life after high school 
takes you. We know that with the skills and knowledge 
you have gained while being at Monrovia High, Canyon Oaks High School and Mountain 
there is truly nothing you cannot achieve.” Park School held a drive-thru graduation 
Valedictorian Heatherly, who has helped build the ceremony on June 8, when 45 seniors were 
school’s prestigious game development team Forge In-celebrated for their achievements. 
teractive and will attend USC in the fall to study game 

design, addressed his classmates during a heartfelt speech which recounted their time at Monrovia 
High and the challenges of the last year.

 “I don’t talk about all of these magical moments simply to reminisce, I do it to define. They are 
the meaning and value of our high school experience,” Heatherly said. “This class has been made 
stronger because of that struggle – not in spite of it – and now, whenever you encounter those same 
feelings of fear and isolation in your future, know that you have a network of friends to support and 
care for you. We will always be connected by the moments that defined us, and I am certain that the 
Class of 2021 will not leave this ceremony as graduates saying goodbye; we will leave it as Wildcats 
greeting the future hand-in-hand.”

 Monrovia Unified School District implemented health guidelines as outlined by the Los Angeles 
County Department of Public Health, such as the use of face coverings and social distancing 
throughout both events, to ensure the safety of its students, families, and entire school community.

 “Congratulations to the Class of 2021! You have achieved this milestone under the most difficult 
of circumstances,” Superintendent Dr. Katherine Thorossian said. “As you commence your journey 
outside our school walls, continue to work hard and be nice. We are proud of your resilience and 
resolve; and we look forward to celebrating your future successes.” 

SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS COLLEGE 
STUDENT FOR PAID INTERNSHIP 

Thanks to a grant from Los Angeles County Arts and Culture, Sierra Madre Playhouse is 
able to offer a PAID internship to a current college student. 

Description

Seeking an intern with a love of theater and an interest in education (or vice versa) to 
work directly with our Educational Programming Coordinator and Marketing Manager 
in planning and marketing our education programs and audience engagement events. 
This position will work approximately 20 hours a week from July to mid-November.

Qualifications 

Strong writing and organizational skills required. Social media savvy, experience working 
with kids and teens a plus. Ideally, the intern will be proficient in the use of spreadsheets 
and/or online databases.

Background

The Sierra Madre Playhouse is an award-winning, intimate theater situated in the heart 
of the San Gabriel Valley. We provide a programming mix of diverse American theater 
productions, youth education programs, audience engagement, and community outreach. 
Other offerings include films and music performances.

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter to education@sierramadreplayhouse.org no later than 
June 21st, Attn: Christa Backstrom, Educational Programming Coordinator. 

Sierra Madre Playhouse is a 501c3 non-profit organization. The Playhouse is located at 87 

W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024. Website: http://sierramadreplayhouse.orgFor more information about the internship program, go to https://www.
lacountyarts.org/opportunities/arts-internship-program-students/
about-arts-internship-program-students 
Alverno Heights Academy

200 N. Michillinda Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024

(626) 355-3463 Head of School: Julia V. FanaraE-mail address: jfanara@alvernoheights.org 
Arcadia Christian School 

1900 S. Santa Anita Avenue Arcadia, CA 91006Preschool - and TK - 8th Grade 
626-574-8229/626-574-0805Email: inquiry@acslions.comPrincipal: Cindy Harmonwebsite: www.acslions.com 

Arcadia High School

180 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007Phone: (626) 821-8370, Principal: Brent Forseebforsee@ausd.net 

Arroyo Pacific Academy

41 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) 446-5588Head of School: Tonya BeilsteinKindergarten - 8th gradewebsite: www.barnhartschool.org 

Bethany Christian School

93 N. Baldwin Ave. Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 
(626) 355-3527Preschool-TK-8th Grade 
Principal: Dr. William Walnerwebsite: www. bcslions.org 

Clairbourn School 

8400 Huntington DriveSan Gabriel, CA 91775Phone: 626-286-3108 ext. 172 
FAX: 626-286-1528 
E-mail: jhawes@clairbourn.org 

Holy Family Catholic School

1301 Rollin Street South Pasadena Ca 91030 
(626) 799-4354 •
Transitional Kindergarten - 8th GradePrincipal: Mrs. Darcie GirmusWebsite: www.school.holyfamily.orgEmail: info@holyfamily.orgFacebook & Instagram @HFSKnights 

Foothill Oaks Academy

822 E. Bradbourne Ave., Duarte, CA 91010(626) 301-9809Principal: Nancy Lopezwww.foothilloaksacademy.orgoffice@foothilloaksacademy.org 

Frostig School

971 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) 355-2410

Head of School, Jo-Anne Woolner 

website: www.goodenschool.org 

High Point Academy

1720 Kinneloa Canyon RoadPasadena, Ca. 91107 
Head of School: Gary Stern 626-798-8989 
website: www.highpointacademy.org 

La Salle College Preparatory

3880 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, Ca. 

(626) 351-8951 website: www.lasallehs.orgPrincipal Mrs. Courtney Kassakhian 
Monrovia High School

325 East Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA 91016

(626) 471-2800 Principal Darvin JacksonEmail: schools@monrovia.k12.ca.us 
Odyssey Charter School

725 W. Altadena Dr. Altadena, Ca. 91001

(626) 229-0993 Head of School: Lauren O’Neillwebsite: www.odysseycharterschool.org 
Pasadena High School

2925 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: Adela Solis (626) 355-6114solis@st-ritaschool.orgWebsite: www.st-ritaschool.org 

Sierra Madre Elementary School

141 W. Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024

(626) 355-1428 Principal: Lindsay LUISE-mail address: LUIS.lindsay@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 School

1434 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.us 
Arcadia 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) 471-2000Website: www.monroviaschools.net 

Duarte Unified School District 

1620 Huntington Dr., Duarte, Ca. 91010 
(626)599-5000Website: www.duarte.k12.ca.us 


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