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Back To School! Is it time for school already? Is it really? How did that happen? Did you feel like summer flew by, or are you waiting for the minute of freedom when your children are all off to school? The Fountain has put together an issue to help you get ready for the new school year. Some topic ideas you’ll find inside: Back to School Advice Backpack Review School Supply List Slice of Life - Lunch Box Ideas
Movie Under the Stars San Elijo Movie at the Park Ready to phone home? Come see Elliot defy authorities and help an alien find his way home. E.T. will be shown on Friday, August 17 at the lower softball field at 6pm. The movie will start around 8pm, but enjoy bounce houses, a sticky wall and more during the pre-show activities.
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Concert in the Town Square Put those dancing shoes on! Saturday, August 11 from 3-6pm, the Town Square will be filled with the music of The Mighty Untouchables. Bring lowback lawn chairs and blankets and some money to purchase food from the food trucks. Walk or carpool or park at the middle school.
Bravery and Courage in San Elijo Hills When Tom Farrar contacted us at The Fountain to share his story, he was very enigmatic in his email. All he told us was that he wanted to share the story of heroes, and that his son had a near-death experience that was very frightening. Well, as you can imagine, we got right back to him, our curiosity completely and utterly piqued. We are so glad that he contacted us and was willing to share his family’s story, because there are several life lessons that we can all gain from it.
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New Year, New Possibilities Education’s purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one. – Malcolm S. Forbes Yes, yes, I know. School is valuable. School is necessary. Someone important once said that education is not preparation for life, it is life itself. And I believe that, I really do, but is it time for school already? Is it really? How did that happen? Did you feel like summer flew by, or are you waiting for the minute of freedom when your children are all off to school? I’m not. I’m not quite ready for the routines to begin again, the early morning, the lunch-packing, the homework-completing, dinnerrushing, running, running, running that comes from September to December and January to June. The kids and I were walking around Carpinteria this summer and a lady stopped us and said, “You look like you really like your children, I mean, really like spending time with them.” I told her that I truly love the company of my husband and children and would rather be with them than anywhere else. And it’s true. I think I’ll miss my kids when they go to school. Now that may sound dramatic – but let me explain. I know I will see them in the mornings and from 3pm till bedtime. But do you really feel like you see your spouse or children at all during school days? Between after-school classes, homework, dinner, baths and bedtime, isn’t each weekday a blur, waiting for the respite that comes on the weekend? That’s how I feel. But, as Malcolm Forbes says, we need to replace those empty minds with open ones, so I am going to put on my best face, grab those cheerleader pom-poms and get ready to rah-rah my kids back to school. I’ll be energetic and supportive, calm and wise, all knowing and knowledgeable, ready with advice, new backpacks, lunch boxes, binders, reams of paper and #2 pencils. I’m ready, right? Not yet. But soon. As much as January 1 is the beginning of a new year, August 20 is the beginning of a new year. In my family, it literally is the beginning of a new year – for our middle daughter, who turns 10 this August 20. We have a fifth grader, a sixth grader and a preschooler, and with the help of all our friends in those grade levels, have come up with the best ideas for backpacks, ideal lunch boxes to purchase and what to then put in those lunch boxes. The children are going to come up with a list of musthaves for the school year, and if you haven’t started school shopping yet, well, this list is for you. For those of you who finished school shopping in July (I know you’re out there, you over-achievers, and I’m jealous), this will serve as a reminder of things you may have forgotten along the way. My recipe column might help with a few ideas for what to do for lunches for elementary and middle school (I hear the thermos is unacceptable in the middle school), and some snack suggestions as well. Speaking of suggestions, we at The Fountain would love your ideas and suggestions, as we always do. Over the next few months, we want you to keep us in your thoughts as your children complete the first month of school, the first trimester, the first day at kindergarten, middle school, high school. Of course we want to hear about your kids, but also, we want to know about you. Tell us what you are doing, what your new challenges pag e 6 : th e fo u nta i n
and accomplishments are, what is happening in your life. Never hesitate to call or email Tim or me, we love to hear from you. Our paper is truly written for you, and we hope, by you as well. You don’t have to be a writer, you just have to be able to pick up the phone and call, or shoot us a quick email. We’ll take it from there. Our goal each month is to shower you with news from our community as a whole, and to keep you informed of all the wonderful things that happen here in San Elijo Hills.
One of the stories we are sharing with you this month came to us because a parent sent us an email and chose to tell us about it. It is about the incredible bravery of a 12-year-old boy and a group of paramedics who together saved the life of another 12-yearold boy. If you have a pool, it will make you reconsider pool safety, if you have never been CPR trained, it might make you sign up for a class. It’s a lovely, heart-warming, nail-biting, and at times, an ulcer-causing story that has a happy ending. Because we do love our happy endings here at The Fountain, and are so grateful to the Farrar family for contacting us and allowing us to share it with you. The Farrar family’s story is a good reminder to us all to stop and be grateful. I know the school year is coming upon us, I know we will all be running like chickens with our heads cut off. Not a happy image, but a truthful one. But in the midst of all the chaos, remember that it’s another year. On August 20, follow a San Elijo tradition and stand at the San Elijo sign and take a picture of your child as they walk to school, and see where their heads reach. I guarantee you, they will grow a foot by the time we talk about summer next year. Some will get braces, others will have their braces removed. Some will start dating (not mine, thank God), and some will join a new sports team. They will make friends, grow up, use their cell phones, walk home from school by themselves, learn new and exciting concepts and deal with challenges this year. But don’t let it go too fast. Stop for a minute, hold on to your family and friends whenever you can. Try to slow down the passage of time. I know I will. I say I’m not ready for another year to begin, but I know with every new year comes a myriad of new and exciting changes and opportunities, and as we start another year of school, let’s try to do it together, as a community, remembering not to run, but to savor each day, no matter how crazy it may be.
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Women’s Wisdom This networking group for women meets on the 4th Monday of each month here in San Elijo Hills from 6-9pm. Contact: Judy Foster, judy@ womenswisdom.net
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San Elijo Hills’ Moms’ Club New group for moms in the San Elijo Hills, Old Creek Ranch and Venzano. A great time to meet and socialize. Park days, field trips, play dates, scrap booking and moms night out. The more the merrier! Contact: De Anne Crossman, (760) 529-3231
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Network San Elijo! Don’t miss the Wednesday morning networking group. Network San Elijo! meets at the Peppertree Hills Eatery here in San Elijo Hills every Wednesday from 7:308:30am. Contact: Lauren Lanni, info@lanniinsurance.com Remember to “Like” us on Facebook at facebook.com/ NetworkSanElijo
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Interested in connecting with other moms? Join the local LUNA Moms Club every Friday at 10am at the Lower Tot Lot (by water feature). Stroller Strides Class, Mon-WedFri from 9-10am. Contact: Bre Hamideh, bregetfit@gmail.com
Karishma’s favor Here at The Fountain, we like to keep our finger on the pulse of our community. We want to know what you like, where you like to go, your “it” spots, holesin-the-wall, and best kept secrets. In the month of October, we would like to share with the community all your favorite watering holes. Do you have a place that you love to go to for a drink, a beer, a glass of wine? Will you please email me and tell me where you go when you have the urge to wet your whistle? Thank you!
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Fun In San Elijo Hills... The Fountain would like to thank Community Director of San Elijo Hills, Christine Hurdle, for always keeping us informed of all the fun activities planned for the month. Here’s what August has in store for us here in San Elijo Hills.
Movie Under the Stars
SEHWC is a philanthropic and social group that includes women of all ages. Members live in San Elijo Hills and surrounding communities. For more club information, please contact Martha Kaloogian, SEHWC President, at sehwc@yahoo.com or visit www.sehwc.weebly.com.
Ready to phone home? Come see Elliot defy authorities and help an alien find his way home. E.T. will be shown on Friday, August 17 at the lower softball field at 6pm. The movie will start around 8pm, but enjoy bounce houses, a sticky wall and more during the pre-show activities.
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Put those dancing shoes on! Saturday, August 11 from 3-6pm, the Town Square will be filled with the music of The Mighty Untouchables. Bring low-back lawn chairs and blankets and some money to purchase food from the food trucks. Walk or carpool or park at the middle school.
San Elijo Running Club The San Elijo Running Club meets regularly for a variety of runs. Beginners to seasoned athletes are welcome. Times and locations are subject to change but you can find information about upcoming runs at http://www.meetup.com/ runningmeetup/ or contact Dax at the number below. Contact: Dax Ross, dax@larsenglobal.com, (760) 473-5621
San Elijo Matrix Wins Manchester Cup The San Elijo Matrix BU09 team had a busy weekend winning their first tournament of the season, The Manchester Cup. The team scored a combined 19 goals over the course of four games while holding all of their opponents to a combined 2 goals.
Down 0-1 at halftime in the final game, the boys never gave up and fought back scoring 3 unanswered goals before the final whistle blew. Coach Stephen Ure said he was very proud of the way the boys played and was looking forward to a very successful season.
Pictured (L to R) Bottom Row: Jimmy Ure, Ty Boysen, Matthew Zosa, Derek Triska, Dusan Pantich. Middle Row: Nicholas Rich, Andrew Zamora, Reef Borja, Zach McClellan. Back Row: Assistant Coach John Rich, Head Coach Stephen Ure, Team Manager Kathleen Borja. Not Pictured: Hieu Pham
San Elijo Hills Women’s Club Charity Fund Raiser - International Food Festival and Silent Auction Come on out for a great evening of good food, wines from various regions, a Silent Auction with items of incredible value from local businesses, lots of fun, and all for a great cause! The San Elijo Hills Women’s Club will host its Charity Fund Raiser on Saturday, September 15, at 6pm, at the beautiful home and gardens of Faye and Dennis Capp, 1568 Clifftop Avenue, San Elijo Hills. Proceeds from this year’s fundraiser will go to Women’s Empowerment, International, which provides business loans for the world’s neediest women. www.womenempowerment.org This exciting event is for everyone in the community. Grab your foodie friends, as well as those who love to taste wine. And even those of us who enjoy a good Silent Auction will find the tempting auction items to be the icing on the cake.
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The evening will feature an International Food Festival with authentic ethnic food from around the world. Dishes will represent the homeland regions of the women that have been helped by Women’s Empowerment, Intl. – Middle Eastern, Central American, African, and Asian. Feast on authentic sambusas handmade by Hassno from Somalia and Club members will be preparing many other international dishes for this delectable food fest! The food and wine will be flowing and the ticket price is only $25 per person. Come and join us. The kids will be back in school. It’s a Saturday night. Make it a date night and feel like you are at a Tapas Bar surrounded by all your neighbors! Please mark your calendar now and email sehwc@yahoo.com to reserve your tickets. For more information on the San Elijo Hills Women’s Club, please visit www.sehwc.weebly.com and Like us on Facebook!
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calendar August 1-September 5, Del Mar Races, www.dmtc.com August 1, 7:30-8:30am, Network San Elijo!, info@lanniinsurance.com August 12, Carlsbad Art in the Village, Grand Ave, 9am-5pm
August 10, The Reflexx, Woodland Park, 6pm, www.san-marcos.net
August 19, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 10am-2pm August 19, Encinitas Concerts by the Sea, Moonlight Beach, 3-5pm, (760) 633-2740
August 10, 10am, Lower Tot Lot, LUNA Moms Club, bregetfit@gmail.com
August 20, First Day of School!
August 11, Little Italy Mercato, 9am-1:30pm, www.littleitalysd.com/mercato/
August 22, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 3-7pm
August 1, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 3-7pm
August 12, Pacific Beach Concerts on the Green, 4-6:30pm, www.pbconcerts.org
August 22, Daddy and Me Storytime, 6pm, San Marcos Library
August 3, 10am, Lower Tot Lot, LUNA Moms Club, bregetfit@gmail.com
August 12, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 10am-2pm
August 22, 7:30-8:30am, Network San Elijo!, info@lanniinsurance.com
August 4, Little Italy Mercato, 9am-1:30pm, www.littleitalysd.com/mercato/ August 4, Pacific Beach Concerts on the Green, 4-6:30pm, www.pbconcerts.org August 5, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 10am-2pm August 5, Encinitas Concerts by the Sea, Moonlight Beach, 3-5pm, (760) 633-2740 August 8, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 3-7pm August 8, VIP Days at SEMS, www.sanelijomiddle.org August 8, 7:30-8:30am, Network San Elijo!, info@lanniinsurance.com August 8, Daddy and Me Storytime, 6pm, San Marcos Library
August 14, 7pm, San Elijo Hills Women’s Club (SEHWC), sehwc@yahoo.com August 15, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 3-7pm
August 24, 10am, Lower Tot Lot, LUNA Moms Club, bregetfit@gmail.com August 25, Little Italy Mercato, 9am-1:30pm, www.littleitalysd.com/mercato/
August 15, WISE Meeting, 6:30-9pm, shawna.psychic@roadrunner.com August 15, 7:30-8:30am, Network San Elijo!, info@lanniinsurance.com
August 25, Sue Palmer and Motel Swing Orchestra, Woodland Park, 6pm, www.san-marcos.net
August 17, 10am, Lower Tot Lot, LUNA Moms Club, bregetfit@gmail.com
August 26, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 10am-2pm
August 17, The Hollywood Beetles, Walnut Grove Park, 6pm, www.san-marcos.net August 18, Little Italy Mercato, 9am-1:30pm, www.littleitalysd.com/mercato/ August 18, Adventure Guides’ Opening Day, 10am-4pm, (760) 942-9622
August 29, 7:30-8:30am, Network San Elijo!, info@lanniinsurance.com August 29, Farmers’ Market, CSUSM, 3-7pm August 31, 10am, Lower Tot Lot, LUNA Moms Club, bregetfit@gmail.com
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on your doorstep Bravery and Courage in San Elijo Hills – One Family’s Extraordinary Story friends and the other boys who were still in the pool? When Tom Farrar contacted us at The Fountain to share The paramedics soon had Josh breathing and groggy, and his story, he was very enigmatic in his email. All he told us whisked him away on a gurney to Children’s Hospital. Lisa was that he wanted to share the story of heroes, and that rode with them in the ambulance, and Tom followed in his his son had a near-death experience that was very frightencar. As luck would have it, the 78 freeway was grid-locked, and ing. Well, as you can imagine, we got right back to him, our while Josh and Lisa were able to get to Children’s Hospital curiosity completely and utterly piqued. We are so glad that quickly, thanks to the paramedics, Tom was forced to follow at he contacted us and was willing to share his family’s story, a snail’s pace, almost an hour behind them, not knowing what because there are several life lessons that we can all gain Josh’s condition was. from it. Happily, this story ends well. After four hours of tests, Josh Thursday, June 7, was the last day of school, and as was allowed to go home. The Farrar family will probably still everyone in San Elijo was celebrating, the Farrars were as be contacting doctors to look into the reason why Josh passed well. Tom and Lisa’s son, Josh, had decided to have a small out in the pool, but for now, he is healthy and well. pool party at the Farrar residence for a few of his friends. For This story is important on so many levels – first of all, reasons unknown to him, Tom decided to leave work early Josh and Vincent kudos to our firefighters, paramedics and Vincent Boucher that day and take his calls at home instead. for being such heroes. Vincent will always know that he was In the middle of a conference call, one of the mothers of the boys ran instrumental in saving his friend’s life, and that he had the ability to think into the house screaming for help. Tom immediately hung up the phone and under pressure, and make sensible choices, which are sometimes difficult even ran out to the backyard, where his son Josh was lying on the pool’s edge, face for adults to do in a situation like this. blue, not breathing, with his eyes rolled back. As I write this story, my hands On another note, if you have a pool, or even if you don’t, please, please, are shaking and I am covered with goosebumps – as a parent, you can and please watch your children carefully. There was no reason for the Farrars to yet can’t really begin to comprehend what to do and how to react when it’s think that their 12-year-old son would have any issues in the pool, but thank your child who is in danger. God there were parents in the backyard, watching over the children. Keep Josh had fainted in the pool, for reasons that are still unknown. He is a those gates closed. Keep your children water safe. If you’re at someone else’s strong swimmer, and has been for many years now. He wasn’t injured, didn’t pool, don’t step away for too long, even if your children are accomplished fall or hit his head, but when Josh’s friend Vincent Boucher looked over swimmers. and saw Joshua face down floating in the pool, he acted like our first hero of Although Tom did not have to perform CPR in its entirety, having the the day. Vincent swam over, poked Josh a few times to get his attention and knowledge and training allowed him to do the correct things during the when he realized he wasn’t responding, grabbed Josh and carried him over to emergency moment, and perhaps that was part of the reason why Josh is well the side of the pool where his mother, Lisa, was sitting. Lisa and the other today. I know Josh’s story has inspired my family to sign up for CPR classes. kids helped to lift Josh out of the pool and knew right away that something In the case of an emergency, being prepared puts us at such an advantage. (The was wrong. Josh’s face was purple and he was unconscious, his body comMagdalena Ecke YMCA offers CPR classes for children and adults alike.) pletely limp. While Lisa began trying to revive Josh, another parent ran to The Farrar family would really like to acknowledge Vincent’s heroism, as get Tom and called the paramedics. A 12-year-old boy essentially saved the well as the fast action of the San Marcos paramedics. We were unable to get life of his friend in that moment. more information about those heroes who responded so quickly, but we are so Tom reacted instantly, used the CPR training that he has had and went grateful to them for their support and quick response time. through the checklist in his head. He did compressions first, and when he This story makes you want to hold on to your family just a little tighter, went to perform breathing on his son, he realized to his dismay that Joshua’s just a little closer. You never really know what tomorrow will bring. We at The teeth were locked shut. Tom rolled Josh onto his side to check for water Fountain are always thrilled to bring you a story that ends happily. In this case, in his lungs and kept talking to him trying to keep him from going into a we recognize just how this story could have easily had a different ending if it coma. In the meantime, Ruth Johnson, a parent, was on the phone with the wasn’t for the bravery of a 12-year-old boy and the San Marcos paramedics 911operator, and was yelling out directions to Tom. and firefighters. Along with the Farrar family, we thank them for being our It took perhaps just 5-7 minutes for the firefighters and paramedics to heroes. arrive, but can you imagine what a long time that was for Tom, Lisa, their
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in your backyard Café REN is now open! The charming town of San Elijo Hills is now home to Café REN, a tranquil neighborhood café offering a vast selection of coffee, smoothies, fast casual breakfast and lunch offerings, homemade treats, wine, beer and to-go items.
Café REN will be the sister store to RELM Wine & Beer Bistro, located one block down the street in San Elijo Hills and in Carlsbad Village. “The synergy of the two stores will complement one another as Café REN will be available for hosting large private events and meetings on nights and weekends, and will offer overflow seating when RELM is full,” said Rene Fleming, owner of RELM Wine & Beer Bistro and Café REN.
The Café features event space for up to 200 guests including the café, atrium and outdoor patio with fireplace. A special event menu will allow guests to customize the food and drink options to fit the needs of the party. Café REN will be open Tuesday to Sunday from 7am–4pm. Private party and event rentals will be available all day Mondays and after 4pm on Tuesday through Sunday. Complimentary WiFi will be available for guests.
For information on events call (760) 814-1198, or email events@thewinerelm.com.
Café REN is located at 1215 San Elijo Road. (760) 798-1722.
Visit www.thewinerelm to learn more about Café REN and RELM Wine and Beer Bistro. For more information, contact Pam Marticke, 760-434-3029, pmarticke@thewinerelm.com
Adventure Guides Season Kicks Off on August 18
Are you interested in organized camping trips with your children? The Magdalena Ecke YMCA is hosting Opening Day for the Adventure Guides. As one of the largest Guides’ programs in the U.S., the Ecke YMCA supports “Nations” of dads and their kids in local campouts. Starting in September, there are eight weekend trips a year and many opportunities to create lasting friendships and memories. Did you know many of your San Elijo neighbors participate in the Eagle Nation with their sons and the Bear Nation with their daughters? Ask around at school to see whom you know in the program. The Opening Day event happens on August 18 at the YMCA (200 Saxony Road, Encinitas). Look for the rock climbing tower in the Corral area. If you don’t see it, follow your nose, there are bound to be a few people cooking up tasty treats. With plenty of participating fathers and YMCA staff on hand, you can find out what the program is like and how to get involved. If you ask any teenager who has been through the program, they will tell you they had the time of their lives. Come visit and plan to spend an hour with us, you’ll be glad you did. Adventure Guides, for boys ages 5-10, will be there from 10am–12:30pm.
Indian Princesses, for girls age 5-10, will be in the same area from 1–3:30pm.
For more information, call the YMCA at (760) 942-9622 or visit their website at http://eckecamp.org/pub/adventure_guides/ The YMCA stands for Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
By the Sea - Fun Things to Do! Del Mar Horse Races August 1 - Sept 5, Del Mar Fairgrounds. In addition to the races, the Del Mar concert series will be on Friday evenings from August 1-August 31. Visit www.dmtc.com
Pacific Beach Concerts on the Green August 4 and 12, Kate Sessions Park, 4-6:30pm. Enjoy the fantastic views and music at this park that lies about Pacific Beach on the south slope of Mount Soledad. Visit www.pbconcerts.org for more information.
Encinitas Sunday Concerts by the Sea August 5 and 19, 3-5pm, Moonlight Beach. Bring your beach blankets and enjoy some music by the beach. For more information, call (760) 633-2740.
Green Flash Concert Series 2012 August-September, Tide Pool Plaza at Birch Aquarium. This 21+ summer concert series has passes that are now available. Shows from 6-9pm. Enjoy food from French Gourmet and beer from Gordon Biersch Brewery. Visit www.aquarium.ucsd.edu for more information.
Old Town Saturday Market Saturdays in August, 9am-3pm, San Diego Old Town This market includes handmade work from local artists, jewelers, photographers, potters and woodworkers. Also enjoy food and music at this weekly event. Visit www.oldtownsaturdaymarket.com
Carlsbad Art in the Village August 12, Grand Ave, 9am-5pm. Over 150 local and regional artists will be featured in the village of Carlsbad. pag e 10 : th e fo u nta i n
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in your backyard City Starts New Fiscal Year Chris Orlando: City Council The City
of San Marcos started a new fiscal year in July, having approved and adopted its annual budget in June. With a balanced budget, healthy reserves, and a robust capital improvement plan, the city’s financial foundation remains very strong. The strength of this year’s annual budget reflects the careful manner in which the city has approached its finances throughout the last several years as the country grappled with a very difficult economy. But while our local fiscal house remains in order, ongoing challenges at the state level continue to pose a significant threat. The state’s continuing budget gap and the state-mandated dismantling of local redevelopment agencies, which is growing increasingly problematic for cities throughout the state, could endanger the long-term financial stability of our city.
The Council approved the city’s $64 million budget in June. The fiscal plan forecasts three years of balanced budgets and a modest level of growth. Also approved was a $122 million Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP outlines the numerous funded infrastructure projects that will be completed in the City in the coming years. The City’s adopted budget maintains a reserve of $53 million, which represents approximately 81 percent of the annual operating budget. This very high level of reserves is a result of years of sound fiscal management and puts San Marcos in a strong position to weather future fiscal challenges. While this all represents very positive news for our local finances, the continuing budget gap at the state level, along with the aggressive manner
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in which the state is dismantling local redevelopment agencies, remain significant threats.
The Governor and the legislature have placed a tax measure on the November ballot in an attempt to close the $16 billion hole in the state budget. The outcome of that election could have very serious ramifications throughout the state, as the state government will be either forced to make deep cuts if the measure fails, or implement a new tax plan if it passes.
The dismantling of redevelopment agencies is another area of concern. The use of redevelopment is the primary reason San Marcos is the city it is today. The city’s redevelopment agency has been its single most important catalyst for growth. Last year California cities lost the battle over redevelopment. They lost in the legislature, they lost at the ballot box, and they lost in the courts. Redevelopment as a tool for growth is now gone. What’s made matters worse is the aggressive manner in which Sacramento is going about unraveling decades of redevelopment agency work. This process has been extremely challenging for local governments, including San Marcos, as the state seeks to scrape every penny from the redevelopment couch cushions. The end of redevelopment will hurt San Marcos. It is too early to know how badly it will hurt, or for how long, but it will hurt. What is clear is that despite very strong local finances, the city will continue to feel the fiscal pain of poor decisions made in Sacramento. So, it is a good news, bad news start to our fiscal year. However, despite the challenges, the future of San Marcos remains extremely bright as the city has a very strong financial foundation from which to build.
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back to school Back To School Advice from Parents, Teachers and the Children of San Elijo Hills arson Phillips (fifth grader) – Listen to your new teacher and be C excited to see all of your old friends, but be excited for new friends, too. odhi Lawes (sixth grader) – Even though school can be tough, it will B help you in your future. ebbie Lawes (mother of two) – School is the classroom of your D future, don’t ever be scared of challenges, face them head on, overcome them while always treating others as you would like to be treated.
Hi, I’m Carlin Spencer and I can’t wait for my first day of kindergarten at SEES! I hope to meet lots of great friends. My favorite lunch is noodles and strawberries.
arolyn Kalicki (Principal, San Elijo Elementary) – Remember that C smiling and saying “hi” is the best way to make new friends. eather Whelan (mother of three children and school supervisor) – H Always stand up to a bully and have as much fun as you possibly can!
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ean Faulkner (father of two and 4th grade teacher at San Elijo D Elementary) – Start each new year with a positive attitude. Each year brings new challenges, and bringing a positive outlook will really help you rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Try your best and enjoy each moment the year brings. elanie Kascoutas (eighth grader) – Sixth graders, when going from M class to class, don’t feel like you have to run. You can walk and still make it there with time to spare. arishma Sinnott (mother of three) – It’s not about the grades, it’s K about the effort you put into your work. If you work as hard as you can and get a “C”, your parents are not going to be mad. But if you put in no work at all and get a “B”, they are going to be disappointed because you are capable of so much more. Ava Sumner (age 3) – When you go to preschool, you have to listen to your teacher and follow the rules. and...You get what you get and you don’t have a fit! ara Sumner (mother of Ava and Noah and 4th grade teacher) – We S are part of what’s called the “No Excuses University”. Our goal is to inspire all of our kids who start in kindergarten to set the goal of going to college. With that in mind, I tell my kids to work hard, and always give their best. No excuses. If there’s a problem, we will work on it together. Some things will be challenging, but with hard work, we can do anything! Aanika Sinnott (fifth grader) – Best advice I can give you is to BEG for Mr. Faulkner as a teacher. Then you should be neat and on your best behavior. hoebe Bruno (sixth grader) – None of the teachers are mean, so P don’t be scared of the teacher you get. Jaxson Dorny (fourth grader) – Do well in Math. Be a good friend. Dylan Dorny (sixth grader) – Go with the flow. eather Dorny (mother of four) – Always be kind to your classmates H and take special opportunities to befriend and include those who look like they might need some cheering up. lle Dorny (second grader) – Have a fun year at school and reach the E highest level.
Every year, parents scramble to put together school supplies. This year, The Fountain asked Milaya, Melanie and Megan to give us their list of must-haves for each school. Hope this helps! Milaya’s List of Must-Haves for Elementary School First-Fifth Grade Lined paper #2 Pencils, Ticonderoga Big eraser Scissors harpener that can hold S shavings Notebooks Crayons
Melanie’s List of Must-Haves for Middle School Paper 1 -2 inch binder (depending on how organized you are) Pens – blue, black, red Flash drive encils – #2 pencils with P sharpener or mechanical pencils with lead Eraser Ruler Pencil pouch Hole punch Megan’s List of Must-Haves for High School
Lunchbox
1 and a half-inch binder (or less, or more, it’s all personal preference and how often you’re willing to clean it out)
Glue stick
College-ruled lined paper
Pencil pouch
Pencils
Post-its
Sharpeners
Folders
Erasers
Hole punch
Pens with black or blue ink
Color pencils Markers (skinny and fat)
Binder dividers Extras for Fourth and Fifth Grade Only
Running shoes or tennis shoes (for PE)
hite board Eraser/Markers W (an old sock works as an eraser as well)
Pens – red, blue, green 2-inch binder Dividers Jumbo Book covers (man4 datory for fifth grade only) Large backpack
It’s a relatively short list... but high school is pretty low demand, supplies-wise. And there you have it, straight from the mouth of babies (can we call them babies anymore?), a list of supplies that will help your kids stay organized through the school year.
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back to school Everything You Need to Know About Backpacks Before School Starts The Fountain asked a number of children here in San Elijo to tell us about their favorite backpack. Children these days carry so much in their backpacks that it is important to buy one that is well made, ergonomic, adjustable and of course, durable. In order to be part of our story, the backpack had to be able to sustain leaps, throws, crashes and slams. It had to survive the beating of every day school life, the heat of the sun, the endless books shoved into corners and crevices, the leaky water bottle, the stinky lunch box. The backpack also had to last the entire school year without falling apart at the seams, without torn mesh holders and handles, and had to have a working, intact zipper. Here are some tips when choosing backpacks. Did you know that LL Bean has free repair/part replacement if your backpack falls apart? Did you know that Land’s End sells lunch boxes that are toxin free? Jansport is a huge favorite for the older kids, and you can find them easily at Target or order them online with free shipping and never leave home! Here are some of the favorites: For preschoolers: Try Pottery Barn Kids (www.potterybarnkids.com). These backpacks are small, made to fit just what a preschooler needs, are water-resistant, dura-
ble and have reflective threads for safety. You can personalize them for $7, with monogrammed initials, first name or last name. For Elementary Schoolers: LL Bean has a fantastic selection of backpacks for elementary school children. LL Bean has the Junior bookpack for preschoolers, the Original bookpack which is geared towards children aged 7 and up, and the Deluxe bookpack for children aged 10 and up. With a variety of patterns and colors to choose from, these long-lasting, tried and true bags are a safe bet. Visit www.llbean.com to see all backpacks. For middle and high school children: Jansport seems to be the favorite. Available at Target, or Zappos.com, these “Big Student” backpacks have two main compartments, an ergonomic strap for those heavy Math books, multiple colors, patterns and shapes from which to choose, and many organizational features that may help your messy teenager as they navigate their busy school days. If you order them at Zappos.com, they ship for free, and you save yourself the headache of trying to locate, at a store, the exact color and print that your child wants. photo credits: potterybarn.com, llbean.com, zappos.com, jansport.com
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school news San Elijo Elementary School Receives High Rankings from the California Department of Education On June 14, the California Department of Education released a detailed performance report on California’s public schools using 2010-2011 data. This Academic Performance Index Report highlights three areas as measures of a school’s academic performance; the Academic Performance Index (API), the Statewide ranking and the Similar Schools ranking. The first area that schools often highlight is the school-wide Academic Performance Index (API) score. A school’s API score can range from 200-1000, and the California Department of Education strives to achieve a minimum score of 800 for all public schools. San Elijo Elementary has seen its API score continue to grow since its inception in 2006. Our current API score is 947. Two additional performance measures monitored on the API Report are the Statewide Ranking and the Similar Schools Ranking.
Mark Your Calendars: August 6: SEES Office Staff Returns August 13: New to SEES Families School Tour August 17: Class Lists Posted at 4pm August 20: First Day of School August 20: Kindergarten Orientation AM - 8:15am-9:15am PM - 1:50am-12:50pm August 20-27: Back to School Nights for All Grades – Look to school website for specific days and times August 31: First Flag Salute at 8:45am Coffee Chat Right After Flag Salute
SEES Fundraising Corner As the 2012/2013 school year is approaching, the PTO would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have generously contributed to the success of our school. Your participation in our fundraising events pays for the enrichment programs our students wouldn’t have otherwise. Art, Music, Science Lab, Computer Lab, Instructional Aides, Eagle Play, Accelerated Reader, SEES News, PE equipment, classroom supplies, and much more are all funded through your PTO. At this time we would like to tell you about our upcoming events planned for this next school year. We will do our best to follow these dates, but they are subject to change. See page 17 for what’s on the calendar already.
Based on a scale of 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest), a school’s Statewide Ranking is a comparison of its performance with that of ALL other schools of its type in the state. San Elijo Elementary’s score of 947 is compared to all California elementary schools for its Statewide ranking, which is currently a 10. For its Similar Schools Ranking, SEES is compared to 100 other schools with similar demographic characteristics, educational challenges and opportunities. In this area, San Elijo Elementary received a 10, the highest ranking, as well. We are extremely proud of our latest ranking received by the California Department of Education. It is a true reflection of the dedication and hard work of our staff, students and families. For further information on the Academic Performance Indicator Report, please refer to California Department of Education website at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ar/. Fundraising participation is completely voluntary. We appreciate any amount you are able to donate, as we understand people contribute at different levels. If you have any questions about any of these events, would like to participate as a volunteer, or have services or items to donate, please contact Rosie McAuliffe and Ilana Huff at seesfundraisingevent@gmail.com. Thank you for helping SEES students SOAR
Introducing the VP of Activities My name is Juli DeFilippis and I am this year’s VP of Activities. I am looking forward to bringing some new activities this month and some familiar favorites. This year starts out with a clothes exchange (and backpacks too). Every year it happens, the jeans you just bought Bobby are now too short, and Emily just announced that Justin Bieber is out and One Direction is in. What are you going to do with those four purple Justin shirts, three pairs of purple shoes and that white pullover thing? Instead of sending Justin off to the goodwill send him to SEES! We will be collecting all gently-used clothes (backpacks too) the first week of school. At our first Flag salute they will be laid out for exchange. For every piece of clothes that you bring in, we will give you a ticket to use for the same amount of clothes at the exchange. Any clothes left will be distributed out to anyone that may need something. I am looking forward to the new school year and hope that I can encourage anyone who wants to get involved with the school to come and be part of the Activities committee. Please feel free to email me at seesactivities@gmail.com if you are interested in helping out or just have a question. See you in the Fall!
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school news iPads are Coming to San Elijo Elementary Classrooms San Elijo Elementary’s motto is Seize Opportunities, Achieve Results. We have used this motto to guide our selection of programs that we offer all of our students and have enjoyed celebrating the successful results that have been achieved through these opportunities. This past June, the outgoing 2011-2012 PTO board seized the opportunity to purchase every classroom an iPad as a result of the PTO’s outstanding fundraising efforts over the past several years. The purchase of these iPads came at the recommendation of administration knowing that it would provide the best opportunities for professional development, which ultimately provide the best instructional impact on our students’ learning. Carrillo Elementary has also purchased an iPad for each classroom, while several other schools in our district, including La Costa Meadows, have gone to a one-to-one approach with technology. As many of you are aware, the district is working to adapt its curriculum to the meet the new national standards referred to as the Common Core Standards. The standards were designed to prepare students to be career and college ready through developing their creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking skills. The Common Core Standards are met, in part, through the use of technology, as we focus on developing technology savvy students who can use digital media strategically and capably. Recently, all SMUSD administrators attended a half-day training by Apple Learning, focusing on the instructional components of technology
applications. Many instructional applications appear game-like at first glance. However, quality, teacher-selected applications provide immediate and specific feedback and useful information to students based on the answers they select. In other words, if a student misses a question, they will be given a level of visual support to help support their understanding of the topic. If the student misses the question a second time, they might be given an additional level of support, which will provide them with further information to help the student select the correct answer. Along with the instructional game applications, there are several utility applications that can further support instruction. For example, in the Show Me application, students are given an electronic whiteboard that will record their work both through visual and audio components. This application could also be utilized by a teacher to record and save a lesson, which would be available for viewing by an absent student or a student who may need to revisit the lesson at a later date. Like all electronics in today’s world, it is the application of the device that is key. The teachers of San Elijo Elementary are committed and will be trained to maximize the educational impact of the iPads. Students are sure to have fun while learning necessary skills, meeting Common Core Standards, and being further prepared for the digital world in which we live today.
Events to Remember... August – October 19 - SEES Cash for Kids- A cash drive ben-
efiting our students. Prize incentives for participating and don’t forget to ask your employer about corporate matching! Online payment, monthly payments, credit cards, cash and checks will be accepted. For more information on donating to SEES Cash for Kids, please go to the PTO page at sanelijoelementary.org and also look for the brochure in the mail later this month.
October 6 - Parent Event “Oktoberfest!”- A fun event put on by the PTO for parents and teachers to enjoy an evening of German fare, music, and beer tasting from local breweries. Details to follow.
October 22-26 and March 4-8 - Book Fairs- Fall book fair and
Spring book fair in the MPR (Multi-Purpose Room). Purchase books and other items while supporting SEES.
Nov 14, 16, Dec 21 (early release days) and more dates TBD - Eagle Theatre Movies- After school movies in our own Eagle
Theatre (MPR). Includes pizza and snacks! Tickets are $8 per student and must be purchased in advance.
February 5-8 - Teacher Experiences- Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a fun-filled experience for your student and their friends with their teacher. Live drawing on February 8.
March 2 - Pancake Breakfast- Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday while
shopping at a special opening of the book fair and enjoying a yummy pancake breakfast cooked by our own San Marcos Firefighters! Proceeds benefiting SMFD and SEES.
March 11-22 - Otis Spunkmeyer Cookies- Purchase delicious cookies and other goodies that are easy to bake at home. 40 percent of the proceeds go back to SEES.
April 13 - Country Fair- A fun community event for everyone to
enjoy! Carnival games, amusement rides, the maze, crafts, fair food, auction room, and entertainment make this an annual event not to be missed!
May 16 - Art Auction- View and purchase unique and extraordinary art
projects created by the talented students of SEES. Held in the MPR during Open House.
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First Day: Advice for Incoming 6th Graders Two years ago I was going into 6th grade at San Elijo Middle School and I didn’t know what to expect. I was nervous about finding my classes, and making friends. Now I’m in 8th grade and I know what middle school is like. I have some tips for the incoming 6th graders to help them through their first day. On the first day of school everyone is a little frantic trying to find their classes. Avoid some of the hassle by arriving a little early. School starts at 8:00, so if you get there by 7:45 you should be ok. Don’t worry about being late to class because passing periods are each 5 minutes and that’s plenty of time as long as you don’t waste it.
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The only big transition from 5th grade to 6th grade is switching classes, but that isn’t such a big deal. In middle school there is no recess, so if you think you might get hungry before lunch at 10:45, then you can bring a snack to eat during passing period. Everybody gets a little scared before the first day of middle school, but the key is confidence. Walk onto campus with your head high and a smile on your face and you’ll have no trouble making new friends. Middle school will be an easy transition if you go in with confidence.
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Slice of Life – Lunch Box Ideas
We will soon have to make lunches five days a week for months on end. I know that some of us start the year off with the best intentions, and by mid-year, we are out of ideas, out of energy and just plain bored of making lunches. Last year I thought long and hard about lunch ideas during the summer before school started and made a plan that worked year-round for my family. This month, I’d love to share my plan with you in the hope that it works brilliantly for your family too. Along the way, I’m hoping you’ll share some fabulous ideas with me, so that I can add to my repertoire with your family favorites. First, some tips: Bacteria grows between 40-140 degrees Fahrenheit. This is especially true for dairy and meat, so the goal is to keep those foods away from that danger zone for as long as possible. If your mayonnaise-based sandwich is sitting out for 30 minutes in warm weather conditions, chances are it will be safe. But if it sits out for more than an hour during the summer days or two hours on cold days, it becomes an ideal breeding ground for bacteria. One of the things I’ve learned that works better than just an ice pack is a bottle of frozen/icy cold water in addition to the ice pack. This helps to keep the food in the lunch box at the desired temperature, especially if it has meat, mayonnaise or cheese in it. The ice melts just in time to become cold drinking water at recess/lunch. On Sunday afternoons, I sit down at the kitchen island and work on vegetables. I peel and cut carrots, celery and cucumber, jicama (if you haven’t tried jicama, it’s like a yummy, less-fibrous version of celery) and sugar snap peas. I wrap all my veggies in kitchen towels and store them in an air-tight
container. This way, I have them ready to go every morning. I usually pack whole fruit – nectarines, satsumas, grapes, raspberries, so prep-time for that is minimal. Cold Wraps and Sandwiches So you have your usual – ham and cheese, turkey and cheese, salami and mustard/mayo, peanut butter and jelly, Nutella and banana. My kids love egg salad and tuna salad sandwiches, but I don’t ever send those to school because I think that they are just too smelly. But, try these sandwiches on your kids before school starts and maybe they will have a new favorite. Any of these can be a wrap as well, with the addition of deli meat. Herbed cream cheese and cucumber – an English tea time favorite. You don’t have to make your own cream cheese, try a brand like Boursin instead to make your life just a little easier. Try adding roast beef to it when you make a wrap. Health-ables – You know how children love Lunchables? Well, here’s a much more healthy alternative, without sacrificing taste. Find a Japanese Bento Box (online), or a Tupperware container that is divided into sections. Take your favorite lunch meat and cheese (you can buy these pre-sliced at your deli, our favorite brand is Boar’s Head), and with a cookie cutter, cut out desired shape of meat and cheese. Choose a cracker that your kids will love (Social Snackers from Trader Joe’s, or Annie’s Organic Bunny Crackers) and make up your lunch box. Add grapes, a cookie (try Newman O’s) and you have a perfectly customized Health-able. Turkey with cranberry jelly, lettuce and mayo/mustard – this is my husband’s favorite, and he likes the jello-style cranberry jelly that you get in a tin. It sounds gross, but it is a sandwich that is happily reminiscent of Thanksgiving. Hummus and veggie – my kids love hummus. Our favorite brand is Sabra’s Supremely Spicy, paired with sliced cucumber, crisp Romaine lettuce and Boar’s Head sharp Cheddar. Change the veggies, add alfalfa sprouts, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, and test it on the kids. I’ve heard from friends who are gluten-free that the best way to make sandwiches is to use rolls/bread from Healthy Creations in Encinitas, or Mozzarella wraps from Sprouts. So for those of you who prefer to stay away from gluten, these might be viable options for you. Just a quick note – we have many families with peanut butter allergies that are life threatening, so if at all possible, try to eliminate peanut heavy lunches for school. It seems strange to imagine, but for a lot of these children, the tiniest smidgen of peanut is enough to cause anaphylaxis. Hope these tips and ideas help. I would love to hear your lunch box ideas as well! If you have family favorites, please share them with us, and save another mother from thinking of yet another lunch idea.
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2012 Fire Safety Checklist
Wildfire is a part of life in beautiful Southern California. The fire season is a natural cycle that runs from June to October every year. Some plants can only germinate in fire and others need the space cleared by fire to propagate. It is an integral part of the ecosystem here, and fire authorities say that we are looking at three times as many fires this year than in 2011. The dense brush that burned in 2007 has grown back; it is not a matter of if there are more fires but when. You can minimize your chances of being affected by fire, and prepare to evacuate safely and quickly if you follow these simple steps.
Fire Safety Checklist Home & Yard: lear brush around your home up to the C state-mandated one hundred feet or more if your insurance company requires. hen landscaping, choose fire-resistant plants W and trees. over your eaves with fire-resistant soffit C material, also called ‘boxing in’ the eaves, or paint them with intumescent paint. Integrate an indoor sprinkler system. According to the National Fire Protection Association, adding one of these cuts the risk of dying in a fire in your home by 80 percent. Make sure your smoke alarms are in working order with fresh batteries. I f you have a pool, consider investing in a manual fire pump. Power outages and water pressure loss to fire hydrants can accompany a natural disaster.
Family: repare and register kids. Many free programs P provide current photos and ID info to emergency services in case of separation. alk about evacuation with kids and go over T the family fire evacuation plan at least once per year. each older kids their emergency contact T information. reate a family emergency plan and disaster C kit. Familiarize all members of the family with it: identify exit routes, reunion locations, utility shut-offs, out-of-area contacts and the location of emergency supplies.
Community: F amiliarize yourself with how your community responds to emergencies. F amiliarize yourself with the emergency plans for your child’s school or daycare, and those of your workplace. ractice your emergency plan with family and P neighbors. I nclude your neighbors’ cell phone numbers in your important information binder.
(Cut this checklist out and post it on your fridge or bulletin board for easy reference.)
o you have senior or disabled relatives or D neighbors who may not have been alerted or be unable to leave their homes? See these links to Emergency Preparedness Guides for Seniors, Special Needs, and more from the State of California’s Take Charge California site: http://www.takechargeca.ca.gov/besafe/ emergency_prep.shtml
Pets: Register pets with a recovery program in case they become separated from you or lost. Make sure pets’ collars and ID chips are upto-date; and that during evacuation they are properly restrained in carriers, terrariums, or on leashes. Animals should be escorted from home to vehicle by Mom or Dad. Make sure pets’ vaccinations are current. Keep an extra leash and collar with pets’ carriers. If a pet panics and the leash breaks, you can still restrain them for their safety.
Vehicles: Make sure your family’s vehicles are maintained in good working order. ssess your vehicles. Are they large enough A to fit your family and your pets (in carriers) if needed? Could you fit emergency belongings in as well? ave a spare container of gasoline ready to H go. Practice keeping your vehicles’ gas tanks full at all times.
Coverage: Review your property, health, and life insurance coverage. Make sure you are up to date and have the appropriate amount of each.
Make sure your home insurance policy will pay for your hotel in case of a mandatory evacuation.
Supplies, Items & Documents: ave a binder with all household information H ready to grab. Include your social security cards, passports, and difficult-to-remember passwords. Keep a list of valuables like the Household Contents Inventory Record with your household information binder. ave another copy somewhere safe outside H your home: a safe deposit box, a relative’s home, or stored online. Maintain sales receipts and appraisal slips with the documents you take with you to help prove ownership of big-ticket items. ocument your possessions with photographs D or video. Update your records every two to three years, or with each especially valuable purchase.
on’t forget to take your photo albums or D memory drive. An even better way is to store all your photos online for easy reprinting. disaster kit should include a well-stocked A first aid kit, flashlights, a portable radio, and batteries, as well as a three-day supply of water and nonperishable food for humans and pets. Keep prescriptions and emergency asthma and allergy medication ready to go for people and companion animals.
Evacuation:
Make sure to review your current home insurance policy to ensure you have adequate reconstruction and replacement limits, and that any specialty items are properly insured.
ave a plan to go to another area or even H city if the air quality is too poor for family members with health conditions, children, or seniors.
Make sure you have earthquake or flood insurance if you live in an area where those can occur.
Make sure to follow the suggested disaster plan for your family and, above all, if you are ordered to evacuate, do so as soon as the order comes.
Make sure you are insured with a reputable company that is admitted in the state of California. This means the state insures your insurance provider.
For more information on fire safety and disaster planning, visit ReadySanDiego.org and sign up for Alert San Diego, San Diego County’s mass notification system. Once registered, Alert San Diego will provide emergency notifications to your cell phone, VOIP, and e-mail address.
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Maxwell Hi, my name is Maxwell. I am a 2-to-3 year old Rat Terrier mix. I was found wondering around the streets of Mexico, but luckily I was rescued and am in a foster home with six other dogs. My foster mom says I am such a sweet, smart, grateful dog. I am not a barker, am house trained and great with kids, other dogs and cats. I would love to find a family who will shower me with love, and take me on walks and hikes. I do jump like a Kangaroo, so its best not to leave me alone in the back yard for too long. I do fine alone in the house, as long as no yummy treats are left out on the counters to tempt me! I would love to meet you for a chance to win your heart over. Please call to arrange a play date with me soon. Contact Alandra Gomez at Amimal Rescuers Without Borders: (619) 977-3593, www.arwob.rescuegroups.org
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business highlight Carmel Valley Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics By: Karishma Sinnott There are several things we try to do before school starts. We try to get the kids to the pediatrician for their annual exams, to the optometrist for their eye exams, to the dermatologist to make sure that the summer sun didn’t do any permanent damage, and of course, to the dentist, to ensure that they don’t kill their fellow students and teachers with terrible breath that comes with cavities and bad dental hygiene. By the time you read this issue of The Fountain, we will still have three weeks of summer before school starts, and if you haven’t been to the dentist yet with your kids, this is probably the time to do just that. If you have a pediatric dentist that you love, that’s wonderful, but if you have one that you’re not thrilled with, or haven’t established a relationship with one yet, we have a fabulous suggestion for you. My family met Dr. Pham when our youngest daughter was in kindergarten. It was one of those dreaded days when you get a phone call from school asking you to pick your child up because they are unwell. By the time I got to my little girl, her mouth was swollen, she was crying, uncomfortable and in a lot of pain. I was unhappy with our Encinitas dentist, so I took her to Carmel Valley Pediatric Dentistry and saw Dr. Pham, and he took her under his wing instantly. The entire office staff is kind, thoughtful, caring, and puts the needs of the children and parents first. They are aggressive when they need to be, conservative with their treatment plans when they need to be, constantly upgrading their services, and don’t stop until everything is perfect.
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Now, six years later, we still go to Carmel Valley Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics – for teeth cleaning for all three children, and for braces for our middle girl. This office has two practices that work symbiotically – the pediatric dentist, Dr. Pham, and the orthodontist, Dr. Grant. They are two separate businesses that work together closely, with the doctors bouncing ideas off each other and consulting on patients’ issues. For us, as parents, we often get two consults for the price of one, and it’s your one-stop shop for all your children’s dental
I remember going to the dentist when I was a little girl. I dreaded my semi-yearly visits with a vengeance. I went kicking and screaming to Dr. Salaudin (he wore mismatched socks and thick glasses), and so many years later, it still gives me hives to think about my dental experiences as a child. I am so thrilled that my children love their dentist, and in fact, look forward to their visits with Dr. Pham and Dr. Grant – whether it’s for the gift card they receive, for the balloon, the packet of dental goodies, for the trip to the treasure box or for their interaction with Drs. Pham and Grant, I’ll never know, but as far as I’m concerned, when I walk in to the office, I know my children will leave with clean teeth, fresh breath, and happy smiles. Carmel Valley Pediatric Dentistry can be reached at (858) 755-1515.
Dr. Pham took care of our daughter with such gentleness that she refused to go anywhere else. After that meeting, he was her hero. She drew pictures for him, she talked about him, and funnily enough, what she loved most was that he talked to her and didn’t plug her in to an overhead movie. It is clear that all the staff really love children; they remember not just their names, but their likes and dislikes, even down to their preferences for tooth paste flavor.
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