Mid Valley News 10 25 17 Vol#54 Issue#19

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Vol. 54, No. 19

Serving the San Gabriel Valley Since 1966

October 25, 2017

City of El Monte Hosted “2nd Annual Walk to End Domestic Violence”

by Staff, Contributing Writer El Monte

The month of October is “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” and last Thursday, survivors of domestic violence and their supporters demonstrated strength in numbers during the City of El Monte’s Walk to End Domestic Violence on Thursday, October 19, hosted the City of El Monte hosted an event to Stop The Violence.

In support of Domestic Violence Awareness month, Councilwoman Victoria Martinez, Chief of Police David Reynosa, and members of SPIRITT Family Services hosted a 1 mile walk around the perimeter of City Hall calling attention to victims of Domestic Violence.

Councilwoman Martinez shared with the crowd resources available for the women, men and children who need and support fighting domestic violence. She also explained how important State of House of Representatives Concurrent Resolution 72 is for

Left to Right Ana Estevez and Councilwoman Victoria “ Vicky “ Martinez. Courtesy Photo by D. Johnson / MVMC.

the safety of our children.

Serving as Special Guest Speaker

was Ana Estevez, whose 5 – year old son, Aramazd affectionately known

John Dea to Retire from LAFCU

by Staff Writer El Monte

John T. Dea, President/CEO of Los Angeles Federal Credit Union (LAFCU), recently announced his retirement. After 25 years with LAFCU and 43 total years in the credit union industry, Dea will retire in February 2018. Dea is a graduate of the Western CUNA Management School (WCMS), served as the President of the San Gabriel Chapter of Credit Unions, has taught credit union classes to Los Angeles Unified School District high school students, and taught classes through the Credit Union Nation Association Staff Training and Recognition (STAR) program to credit union employees and volunteers. He also served on the WCMS Board of Directors.

During Dea’s tenure at LAFCU, the credit union tripled in size to almost $1 billion in assets and is one of the largest and best-capitalized credit unions open to all Southern California residents. LAFCU, one of the largest credit unions in the nation, was founded in 1936 and now has over 60,000 members. LAFCU has received several recent awards including “Best Credit Union” and “Best Places to Work” in Southern California, and the “Best Credit Union to Work For” in the USA.

by the nickname “Piqui”, was killed Domestic Violence continued on page 8

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Visit Us Online: John T. Dea, President/CEO of Los Angeles Federal Credit Union (LAFCU), will retire in February 2018 after 25 years with LAFCU and 43 total years in the industry.

He leaves behind many accomplishments during his tenure and looks forward to spending quality time with his family. Photo courtesy

LAFCU is known for low-rate consumer loans and business loans, competitive savings rates, online and mobile account access, and many free financial services. They have branches in Los Angeles, Cerritos, Culver City, El Monte, Gardena, Glendale, and Van Nuys, and their members can

access 5,600 credit union branches and 30,000 ATMs locally and nationwide.

Succeeding Dea as President/CEO will be Richard Lie, the current Executive VP/Chief Financial Officer at LAFCU.

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EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Students Explore Higher Education at District College Night

by Staff El Monte

Hundreds of El Monte Union High School District students on Oct. 9 attended the District’s annual College Night and Career Resource Fair at Arroyo High School, which hosted more than 50 colleges and universities that provided information on programs, activities, entrance requirements and degrees offered.

Among the schools that participated in the fair were UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State Los Angeles, University of La Verne, Otis College of Art and Design, USC, University of Albany, Pasadena City College and Rio Hondo College.

Representatives from U.S. military branches were also on site.

“As a member of Key Club and Leo Club, I am interested to find out what kind of public service organizations the colleges support,” Arroyo High senior Shuyi Yu said. “Volunteering is very important to me.”

Yu, along with Jessica Tran, were among the students who filled out registration cards and spoke with college representatives about tuition and financial aid. Yu and Tran, who are both members of Arroyo’s school choir, said they were interested in schools that offered art programs and extracurricular activities.

“My two main subjects are math

El Monte Union High School District held its annual College Night and Career Resource Fair on Oct. 9 at Arroyo High School, where hundreds of students and their parents spoke with representatives from more than 50 colleges and universities to learn more about what steps to take to enter a two- or four-year university. The event included workshops on how to navigate the higher education system. Courtesy photo

and biology, but I also want to continue singing, so the school I attend will need to have strong arts programs as well,” Tran said. “The college fair is a great help to me in planning my future.”

In addition to the college fair, the event featured representatives from various student support services and college access programs, including Cal-SOAP, El Monte Promise Foundation, Pasadena City College Path-

Cash for College Workshops

by Staff El Monte

El Monte Union High School District is launching a series of Cash for College workshops to help students and families fill out financial aid applications and access other resources to ensure a smooth transition toward higher education.

As part of the District’s existing efforts to increase college access and financial aid awareness, the free Cash for College workshops will take place throughout financial aid application season, which runs from Oct. 1 to March 2.

All students are invited to participate in the workshops, which are aimed at helping college-goers complete FAFSA and California Dream Act applications. The workshops also offer access to financial aid resources such as Pell and Cal Grants to help pay for educational opportunities and career training beyond high school.

Students who attend a workshop and complete an exit survey will be entered into a drawing to win a $1,000 scholarship.

ways Program, Upward Bound, Work Source, El Monte/Rosemead Adult School and career technical education programs.

Students and parents also had the opportunity to attend workshops discussing the Cal State University (CSU) Early Assessment Program, higher education for undocumented students and how to navigate the higher education system.

“Choosing the right college is the

Parent Letter on School Safety

The 2017-18 Cash for College Workshops will take place as follows: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19 Mountain View High School Media Center 2900 Parkway Drive, El Monte, CA 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 Rosemead High School Cafeteria 9063 Mission Drive, Rosemead, CA 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2 South El Monte High School Library 1001 Durfee Ave., South El Monte, CA 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 Arroyo High School Career Center 4921 Cedar Ave., El Monte, CA 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 El Monte High School 3048 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25 Fernando Ledesma High School 12347 Ramona Blvd., El Monte, CA

most important decision El Monte Union families will make, and we are committed to providing every student the support and resources they will need to make an informed choice,” EMUHSD Superintendent Dr. Edward Zuniga said. “We could not do this without the tremendous work of our college and career coordinators, who put this event together for the benefit of our students and their futures.”

Dr. Edward A. Zuniga the Superintendent of the El Monte Union School District.

Dear Parents / Guardians: I am very fortunate to serve as the superintendent of this great district, and we are all very proud of the incredible progress we have made in recent years. Providing a safe school environment for our students is our first priority.

The El Monte Union High School District has safety measures currently in place designed to safeguard

students and to affect positive learning in the classroom. We believe that schools in our district are the safest place in the community for our students. Unfortunately, we have experienced recent activity in the rise of illegal substances and the distribution of prescription drugs on campus.

We continue to work with our local authorities to address this problem and we rely on students, as well as parents, to inform us when they are made aware of such unlawful activity on campus.

To assist us in addressing this problem, we have requested from our local authorities the use of drug detection dogs on our campuses during the 2017-18 school year. The District would like to provide parents and students information about the use of detection dogs. To help assist you and your child with a better understanding of the laws and regulations regarding detection dogs on campus, a copy of the District’s Board Policy on this subject is enclosed with this letter. The District’s Board Policy (“BP”) 5145.12 entitled “Search and Parent Letter continued on page 3

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EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Julissa Sauceda is the voice of over 6,000 students in the El Monte High School District. She listens to the questions and concerns of the students and brings it to the Board of Trustees during their monthly meetings.

As a senior at Arroyo High School, Julissa was chosen to be the student representative because of her incredible involvement in extra-curricular activities and sports. She presented a speech in front of the board and they voted for her to be the next student representative. Preparing to graduate Julissa is looking at pursuing a degree in criminal justice and forensic psychology at a university that best fits her personality.

“I feel honored to represent my school and the city of El Monte by bringing the questions of students to the board. So far we have spoken about the safety of campuses, attendance policies, food, and extra-curricular activities.”

At the moment there have only been two meetings and the board

Student Representative Julissa Sauceda Speaks for the entire El Monte Student Body

by Staff Writer El Monte

has decided to address the concerns of the students by sending out a survey to the entire student population.

Some of the survey questions include what the students expect to see more around campus if students are late to school what is the reason, what can the district do better when providing meals for students. All of the following concerns have been discussed by Julissa and has caught the attention of the board.

Since there had only been two meetings thus far there haven’t been many changes that students have seen. However, since the survey was just recently released Julissa and the rest of the board is hopeful that the feedback from the students will help them make some decisions on how they can address certain issues to make the students feel more comfortable in the environment they are

studying in.

One additional concern that has definitely caught the attention of Julissa and the rest of the board is the money they are receiving to fund extra-curricular activities. The main concern is that there is a significant amount of money but nowhere to put it. Julissa and the rest of the board are concern that the money will go to waste since they don’t know where to place the money they are receiving. Julissa and the board are working together to talk to the student body to see what extracurricular activities they can add that will motivate the students to join.

As of now, the results are pending on the student’s survey Julissa and the rest of the board are hopeful that the results will come out positive and changes can be made within the upcoming months.

Halloween Horror Nights

As the fall season rolls around, one thing teenagers and young adults look forward to is Halloween Horror Nights.

Halloween Horror Nights is an annual event that takes place at all Universal Studios locations. The once rather small event started in 1991 under the name Fright Nights at Universal Studios Florida, admission starting at $12.95. It began as a three-night event, October 25, 26 and 31. However, a year later they changed the name to Halloween Horror Nights. As time progressed, the event became more successful every year. This allowed for HHN to expand to other locations, add in nights, construct more haunted houses, introduce the idea of “scare-actors” as

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Seizure” states: In an effort to keep the schools free of dangerous contraband, the district may use specially trained nonaggressive dogs to sniff out and alert staff to the presence of substances prohibited by law or Board policy.

In an specially trained nonaggressive dogs to sniff out and alert staff to the presence of substances prohibited by law or Board policy. The dogs may sniff the air around lockers, desks, or vehicles on district property or at district-sponsored events. Dogs shall not sniff within the close proximity of students or other persons and may not sniff any personal items on those persons without their consent.

Further, District Administrative Regulation (“AR”) 5145.12 comports with the legal requirements for per-

by Staff Writer El Monte

well as increase in ticket prices.

This year, HHN at Universal Studios is featuring lots of mazes with 8 spooky experiences based on the most terrifying films and tv shows.

“My favorite thing are the mazes because they’re different and actually scary, so it makes them entertaining,” said Veronica Castro, 11.

The event consists of FX’s American Horror Story: Roanoke, Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, SAW: The Games of Jigsaw, Ash vs Evil Dead, Insidious: Beyond the Further, Titans of Terror, The Horrors of Blumhouse, and AMC’s The Walking Dead.

A favorite from the list is Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. Teens enjoyed the accurate portrayal of the movie, making the experience seem

realistic.

“I totally fell in love with this maze because it completely captured the whole theme of The Shining,” states Kamille Reyes, 12.

The frightful nightfall continues with Titans of Terror Tram hosted by Chucky, a Jabbawockeez live show and three new scare zones awaiting you around every corner.

Something to beware of when attending HHN for the first time is the more scared you look, the more likely the scare-actors will come for you.

However, it is comforting to go with a group of friends.

“Going with a group of friends is more fun because you get to see a

missible uses of detection dogs. AR 5145.12 states, in relevant part: Contraband-detection dogs shall not be used in rooms occupied by persons except for demonstration purposes, with the handler present.

When used for demonstration purposes, the dog shall be separated from the students and not allowed to directly sniff any individual. Prior to conducting an inspection, students shall be asked to leave the room that will be subject to the canine sniff.

Contraband detection dogs shall not be used in classrooms or other district facilities when the rooms are occupied, except for demonstration purposes with the handler present. When used for demonstration purposes, the dog shall be separated from the students and not allowed to sniff any individual.

Prior to conducting an inspection, students shall be asked to leave the room that will be subject to the ca-

nine sniff. No student shall be forced to leave personal items behind for inspection, unless school officials have reasonable suspicion to search the item.

Only the dog’s official handler shall determine what constitutes an alert by the dog. If the dog alerts on a particular item or place, the student having the use of that item or place, or responsibility for it, shall be called to witness the search. If a dog alerts on a locked vehicle, the student who brought the vehicle onto district property shall be asked to unlock it for inspection.

As noted above, the requirement that the student be present for any search of his/her personal property subsequent to a positive response by the detection dog strikes the appropriate balance between the student’s privacy rights and the District’s interest in locating contraband on campus. If you have any questions regarding the

Celebrate Visual Arts at Annual District Art Showcase

by Staff Writer El Monte

Since 1999, El Monte Union has recognized student excellence in visual arts through the District Art Show. On Wednesday, October 25, in the South El Monte High School Cafeteria, the El Monte Union High School District hosted the 18th annual student art show and reception, recognizing more than 300 students who earned special honors for entries in the Los Angeles County Fair Art Competition.

The exhibition displayed 314 pieces from the District’s seven schools, including 235 submissions that received awards at the recent Los Angeles County Fair. Students received certificates of recognition for their outstanding work in drawing, painting, ceramics, graphic design, creative writing and more.

An Arts for All District, El Monte Union has worked diligently to expand a dynamic arts program by expanding courses, developing summer workshops and cultivating an arts culture at each of the schools, introducing in students a passion for the arts.

The El Monte Union High School District aims to make certain each student’s success in his or her highest academic and personal goals and ambition using creativity and innovation. The LA County Fair honors help to recognize each student’s contribution to the District’s artistic achievements.

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District’s Board Policies on the use of detection dogs, please do not hesitate to contact your school principal.

In closing, I consider the matter of school safety everyone’s responsibility, and I ask for your support in reporting any unsafe condition or suspicious activity to your child’s principal or to me. Always call 9-11 if an immediate emergency exists.

Together, we can create a strong and effective network to ensure the safety of the District’s students and staff. As always, I welcome your comments and would be delighted to discuss any ideas or concerns you may have regarding the matter of school safety.

Sincerely, Edward A. Zuniga, Ed. D. Superintendent

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Mid Valley Sports

Dodgers Heading Back to the World Series since 1988

by Liz Charre, Staff Writer National

After a 29-year drought, the Los Angeles Dodgers are finally heading back to the World Series after defeating the Chicago Cubs 11-1 last Thursday. The Chicago Cubs were the reigning World Series champs but were not able to top the Dodgers this season as their offense and pitching staff lacked the entire series. The Dodgers, on the other hand, showed why they were the best team in baseball because their pitching staff was lights out, the defense was solid, and their offense was absolutely outstanding.

After sweeping the Arizona Diamondbacks in the National League Division Series the Dodgers were faced against the Chicago Cubs who just barely beat the Washington Nationals in five games. Last year, the Dodgers began the NLCS in Chicago but this year the Dodgers were fortunate enough to start the series at home with their home crowd cheering for them.

The Dodgers wasted no time taking the early lead as they took game one of the series by a score of 5-2. The following day was a pitching match-

up between Jon Lester and Rich Hill.

Both teams were neck and neck until the Dodgers rallied in the ninth inning to beat the Cubs 4-1 on a walkoff home run hit by Justin Turner.

Up two games to none, the Dodgers traveled to Wrigley field to hopefully close out the series. The starters for game three were Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks. Once again, the Dodgers offense outscored the Cubs and with outstanding pitching, by Darvish, the Dodgers took game three by a score of 6-1. The Dodgers were up 3-0 in the series needing one win away from sweeping the Cubs and making their first World Series appearance in 29 years.

Alex Wood was going to get the start for the Dodgers in game four.

Wood who had not pitched in over two weeks needed a strong outing in order to send the Dodgers to the World Series. After a well-fought game between both teams, the Cubs were able to win game four by a score of 3-2.

Clayton Kershaw received the ball in game five for the Dodgers and Dave Roberts made a few defensive changes. Charlie Culberson was in at shortstop since Corey Seager was

Tommy Lasorda: LA’s favorite Skipper

over 3,000 games and had a .528 winning percentage. In 1977 and 1978 the Dodgers made it to the World SeTommy Lasorda was honored by ries and lost both times to the New the LA City Council on October 13th.

York Yankees. In 1981 the team finalThe two-time World Series Chamly won the World Series with Lasorda pion as a manager for the Dodgers defeating the Yankees in 6 games. was presented with a plaque during The team didn’t make again to the the City Council meeting. Lasorda Fall Classic until 1988 where they despoke about his time in LA as a manfeated Oakland Athletics in 5 games ager, “I’ve had great, great days and in a season that nobody saw them helped develop a lot of players and winning the championship. It was the had rookies of the year, most valuyear that Kirk Gibson hit that famous able players, and I was proud to rephome run in Game 1 in the bottom of resent the greatest city in the United the 9th to win the game 5-4.

States of America, Los Angeles.”

Lasorda has done everything for the Councilmember Paul Koretz spoke Dodgers, he has been a part of this orabout Tommy Lasorda, “He hasn’t ganization since 1948. He started out just been a champion for the Dodgas a pitcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers ers in L.A, but he has been baseball’s organization where he played in the ambassador to the rest of the country minor leagues for a long time until and to the rest of the world.” he was called up to the big leagues Lasorda turned into an LA sports in 1954 where lasted for two seasons, icon after his twenty years as man1954-1955. Lasorda didn’t play in the ager with team from 1976-1996. Dur1955 World Series when the Dodgers ing his time as a manager he managed finally captured their first ever championship but he still received a ring, he was loved by his teammates and coaches even at a young age. He was then a scout and later a minor league manager for the Dodgers.

He became a third-base coach under Walter Alston and got a promotion to manage in 1976. Lasorda spoke about the 2017 Los Angeles Dodgers team and their postseason run, “And if the Dodgers don’t win this time, I think I’m gonna Courtesy Photo by www.facebook.com/Dodgers kill myself.”

by Mike Nelson, Contributing Sports Writer National

Dodgers after winning the NLCS in Chicago. Courtesy photo by www.facebook.com/Dodgers

not placed on the NLCS roster due to a back injury. Starting in left field was Kiké Hernandez who was replacing Curtis Granderson who has been struggling at the plate. For the most part, all other positions were the same with Chris Taylor in center field, Yasiel Puig in right, Justin Turner at third, Logan Forsythe in second, Cody Bellinger at first, Austin Barnes behind the plate and Kershaw on the mound.

The Dodgers offense wasted no time scoring runs against Jose Quintana. Before Kershaw took the mound the Dodgers had already given him the 1-0 cushion. After a quick 1,2,3 inning, the Dodgers continued their

offense when Kiké Hernandez hit a solo shot in the second inning. As the runs continued to pile in Hernandez was definitely the MVP of game five as he hit three home runs and drove in seven of the Dodgers eleven runs. Regardless, the Dodgers offense came to life in game five and that is why they are headed to the World Series.

After they clinched the NL Pennant awards were given to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Justin Turner, and Chris Taylor. Turner, and Taylor both were given co-MVPs for their role in the NLCS. The World Series is set to begin on Tuesday at Dodger stadium.

The Dodgers and the Astros will face off in the 2017 World Series.

by Mike Nelson, Contributing Sports Writer El Monte

strong team effort, everything pointed to a U.S Qualification to the World Cup in that final game against Trinidad & Tobago.

All you need to know about this game is U.S defender Omar Gonzalez accidently deflected the ball into his own net and T&T was leading after the 17th minute. Gonzalez said to the press after the game, “It’s the worst day of my career. We let an entire nation down today.”

In the 37th minute, Alvin Jones of T&T shot the ball from midfield and scored an amazing goal that was pure skill. Sometimes you just tip your hat to the other player and say, “good job”. The halftime score was 2-0, and with Honduras and Panama both losing the USMT still qualified for the World Cup. Christian Pulisic scored in the 47th minute and hope was born. In a dramatic moment Clint Dempsey came off the bench and hit the post in the 60th minute but the USMT would never get a better shot and the game ended 2-1.

Slowly and painfully disaster showed on the scoreboard. Honduras came to beat Mexico 3-2 and Panama came and beat Costa Rica 2-1. The United States would not be playing in the World Cup. The U.S didn’t qualify and Arena put it best, “We should not be staying home from this World Cup. And I take full responsibility for this. We failed.”

This team will go through a serious rebuild and it should be interesting to see what the future holds for U.S Soccer.

US Men’s Soccer: No World Cup in 2018

The U.S Men’s National Team failed to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup after losing 2-1 against Trinidad & Tobago.

Yes, you read that correctly - the stars and stripes will not be in the World Cup for the first time since 1986! According to ESPN, The USMT a 93% chance to qualify for the World Cup going into the match – and somehow failed to qualify. Against a team that only won 2 matches out of the 10 in world cup qualifying. Think about that for a second.

The Concacaf Fifth Round of World Cup Qualifying nicknamed “The Hex”, is a grueling 10 match campaign that takes 11 months to complete. The U.S team did not start well, losing at home against Mexico 2-1 for the first time since 1972 in World Cup Qualifying and then losing at Costa Rica 4-0. The team fired head coach Jürgen Klinsmann, hired Bruce Arenas, and tried to be the first team in Concacaf history to lose the first two games of qualifying and still make the World Cup. Bruce Arena returned as head coach after 10 years, and the USMNT split the next 4 games with 2 winds and 2 draws. The team was poised to qualify going into the final 4 games before losing 2-0 at home against Costa Rica and salvaged a 1-1 draw playing Honduras after an 85th minute goal

by Bobby Wood.

All the U.S had to do was win the final two games and they were in.

After defeating Panama 4- behind a

October 25, 2017

Webb's Rules

A FAMILY DISEASE

by Eugene R. Webb

Every addiction is a family disease; Makes anyone around them feel unease. And usually it’s started by our own choice; We don’t always listen to the right voice.

won’t even try; For it means prison time, that is if you don’t die. But all family diseases will kill you in time; And to get out of that dark hole, is a hard climb.

Alcoholism can start by taking one drink; And this is something that nobody would think. But if a compulsive person is what you might be; At least I believe this is what happen to me.

I found the secret with a brand new path to trod; Owe it to a few angels and my own loving God. I wouldn’t drink alcohol again, even if I could; I have been given more that I believe I should.

If it’s something I really like, I can’t get enough; Because of some reason I just love the stuff. Addiction makes will power sound like a joke; These are some bad things that happen to good folk.

Alcohol & other drugs, the number one killer today; I don’t believe that social drinking should be okay.

MADD doesn’t care if you drink, don’t drink and drive; After some drinks, they know they can drive & survive.

Common sense says illegal drugs I

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California Gold Ribbon Schools Now Open for Enrollment

by Staff Writer El Monte

Top academic scoring schools Dean L. Shively Middle School and New Temple Elementary School, in the Valle Lindo School District, are now open for enrollment under the SCHOOL OF CHOICE PROGRAM for the 2018-2019 school year. This program allows students to attend these schools without obtaining interdistrict permits from their school of residence. Applications for enrollment are available and must be received by January 1, 2018 in the Valle Lindo School District Office located at 1431 N. Central Avenue, South El Monte. Applications are also available online at www.vallelindo.k12. ca.us.

Both Dean L. Shively Middle School and New Temple Elementary School have received coveted California Gold Ribbon School Awards and both schools score above the State of California and Los Angeles County. These award-winning schools have excellent, caring, dedicated teachers and small class sizes.

The schools are modernized, clean, and safe. Students wear uniforms and teachers have a dress code.

The education that students receive in the Valle Lindo School District provides them with a solid base of knowledge and skills that ensures success in high school and beyond. In addition to academics, students learn study skills including how to study, how to be organized and how to plan.

In addition to a strong academic program, students are provided many opportunities in visual and performing arts, robotics, science exploration, technology skills, including coding,

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“Day of the Dead and City Elections” No Pun Intended By: Mike McClure El Monte

…so the other day I was at our booth watching the Annual Downtown El Monte Business Association (DEMBA)’s Day of the Dead Festival in the Historical Downtown District on Valley Mall. DEMBA’s President Blanca Gonzales and her team did a great job, with help from members of the Historical Society and the El Monte Woman’s Club in organizing this festive event. I had a chance to talk to El Monte’s City Treasurer, Richard Thomas, about the upcoming election November 7,2017. The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) has two incumbents running in a field of six candidates for three slots on the Board Trustee and South El Monte has an open field in your City Council races. El Monte voters will decide whether or not to extend 1/2 % Sales Tax (Measure GG) which is set to expire March

31, 2019 or pass Measure EM which would extend it until March 31, 2029.

I ask Richard when they were going to consolidate the elections to make it easier to understand and increase turn-out and he felt that the City was on schedule to do that next year. For more information about the upcoming elections please go to the City that you live in web site and find out more about the issues and where to vote.

I received a reminder from Congresswoman Napolitano about her annual workshop for the students in her District that are interested in applying to one of the Military Academies. The workshop is Saturday October 28 ,2017. With so many students qualifying, this event grows every year so I would suggest that any student interested should call the Congresswoman’s office for more information.

U.S. CONGRESSWOMAN GRACE F. NAPOLITANO

SAVE THE DATE MILITARY ACADEMY DAY STUDENTS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PURSUING A NOMINATION TO ONE OF THE FOUR SERVICE ACADEMIES WILL RECEIVE THE GUIDANCE NECESSARY TO BEGIN THE NOMINATION PROCESS AND RECEIVE ANSWERS TO ANY QUESTIONS STUDENTS MAY HAVE.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2017

8:00

A.M.

REGISTRATION - 8:30 A.M. PROGRAM BEGINS WEST COVINA SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 2501 EAST CORTEZ STREET, WEST COVINA. CA 91791 Questions? Call Hector Elizalde at 626-350-0150

“Working Overtime”

Valle Lindo Board of Education and Superintendent. Back Row Left to Right Pres. Rudy Martinez, Member Richard Angel and Vice Pres. Veronica. Superintendent Labrucherie, Member Rey Soto and Clerk Veronica Castillo.

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and sport activities.

Come visit our schools. The Valle Lindo School District is an enchanting place where Shively Saints and New Temple Tigers thrive in the exciting world of learning! The Valle Lindo School District began in 1863 and has maintained its proud, rich and long history. Today the old school bell, brought around the Horn in 1878, rings early in the morning summoning the students to awardwinning schools. Dean L. Shively Middle School is in the top 2% of the nation and is recognized as a highly certified school site of distinction.

New Temple School is one of 46 schools out of 10,000 schools in the nation to be designated as a national model for the Capturing Kids’ Hearts program. The District has received four Golden Bell Awards from the California School Boards Association and both schools have received the Title I Academic Award from the federal government.

If you wish to visit our schools, or have any questions please call Elena at (626) 228-8440.

“A tough but Charming Bunch of Irishmen”

by Dick James El Monte President Trump will decide in the next few days if he will allow the rest of the documents pertaining to the Kennedy Assassination to be released. Speculation is that he will release most if not all of the remaining files, although there are some that will be heavily redacted.

Readers of this column will remember me writing about meeting the then Senator, John Kennedy, early in my career in the hotel business when I was working the Front Desk at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. My mentor, John Sheenan, was an Irish fellow from Boston who

wasn’t a fan of the Kennedys.

He told the story about the first restaurant he managed in Boston when he discovered that instead of baking their own bread they were buying it from a bakery and paying a heavy price for it so young Mr. Sheenan cancelled the contract and instructed the staff to bake the bread themselves.

Soon a gentleman arrived from the bakery, angrily demanded to know why his order had been canceled.

As John was explaining that he prefer that they make their own, the gentleman interrupted him and said,” You can’t cancel that order, don’t you know that our bread is Joseph Kennedy (JFK’s father)’s favorite bread?” Well not to be intimidated, John Sheenan answered,” Ambassador Kennedy doesn’t eat here, he has never eaten here, but if he ever does come in I will personally come over to your bakery and buy a loaf from you but until that happens get the “blank” out of my restaurant and take your crappy bread with you!”

JFK was a charming man and everyone at the hotel liked him, but we weren’t so sure about his brother Bobby.

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FAMOUS DUOS ACROSS 1. Pocket bread, pl.

6. Mele Kalikimaka wreath 9. Hoofbeat 13. Not dead 14. Freddy Krueger’s street 15. Sacagawea to Lewis and Clark 16. Wrinkle-prone fabric 17. Rap sheet abbreviation 18. Tanks and such 19. *Spongebob’s pal 21. *Sullivan’s theatrical partner 23. Fa, ____, la, ti, doh 24. Daniel Defoe’s ____ Flanders 25. ____sum, mineral used in plaster and as fertilizer 28. Ready for picking 30. Right before “camera” 35. Fish eggs, pl.

37. Straight whiskey, e.g.

39. Capital of Egypt 40. Grand Theft object 41. Per ____, or yearly 43. Hidden valley 44. *Bonnie and Clyde, partners in this 46. Australian palm 47. Distinctive elegance 48. One’s net worth 50. Companion of Pinta and Santa Maria 52. Slovenly abode 53. Use a noose 55. Any doctrine 57. *Rogers’ tapping partner 61. Mohammed, alt. sp.

65. Having three dimensions 66. Chapter in history 68. Jeweler’s glass 69. Moves closer 70. Brownish gray horse 71. Ruhr’s industrial center 72. Does something wrong 73. Japanese capital 74. Affirmatives

DOWN 1. Explore with one’s hand 2. Pelvic parts 3. Typically on limo window 4. Affirms 5. Junior’s predecessor 6. Plumbing problem 7. Member of the Benevolent Order 8. Idealized image 9. “____ Your Enthusiasm” 10. Tart garnish 11. Smell 12. Chipper 15. Pertaining to Gaul 20. People’s Republic 22. Down with the flu 24. ____ of life 25. *Will’s roommate 26. Predecessor to “truly” in a letter 27. Petite, masculine 29. *____ and Teller 31. Measuring instrument 32. Higher ground, pl.

33. Yummy reward 34. *Cher’s “I Got You Babe” partner 36. “Brave New World” drug 38. South American Indian 42. Opposite of depression 45. Socrates’ concern 49. Musical gift 51. *Mary-Kate’s twin 54. Clingy one 56. *Rocky and Bullwinkle, or flying squirrel and ____ 57. Teenager’s woe 58. Plaintiff 59. Type of ski lift 60. What snob puts on 61. “Buddenbrooks” author 62. Rumple 63. “All for one, one for all” sword 64. Change for a twenty 67. *”The Murders in the ___ Morgue”

Aries

tivities that no longer hold much appeal.

March 21st – April 19th

Libra

There’s a lot going on in one of the more mysterious areas of your chart, where the current lineup could enhance intimacy and perhaps encourage you to explore unusual and exciting ways to please your sweetheart. Being open and vulnerable could be very good for you. It’s also an opportunity to let go of buried resentment and so experience feelings of lightness and peace.

Taurus April 20th – May 20th

This week’s focus is very much geared toward productivity and plain old hard work. The difference is that you seem quite passionate about your involvement and eager to see results. A romance could unexpectedly spring up with someone who shares your enjoyment of a certain subject or craft. You might need to make a radical decision that brings about a positive change in your life.

Gemini May 21st – June 20th

The week ahead could make a few demands on you even though you’re already eager to make progress. Thoughts of the approaching holiday season could coincide with a decision to get organized and perhaps make your gifts. At work, the current situation might need revamping, especially if old methods no longer cut the mustard. A few changes could transform things for the better.

Cancer June 21st – July 22nd

Your desire to have fun could snowball, giving you a lot more to do. If you can come up with a strategy to help you both work and enjoy life, you might get even more done. The chance of a lucrative deal might be too good to miss even if it is an informal offer. Despite all the hard work, don’t neglect the chance to enjoy yourself.

Leo July 23rd – Aug 22nd

One desire could be so strong that it fills your mind and senses, particularly early in the week when you may wonder what hit you. Perhaps you should follow it up, because you might get more than you expect. The focus on your home zone could lead you to wonder about the motives of certain family members.

Virgo Aug 23rd – Sept 22nd

It may seem like you could miss out on a golden opportunity if you don’t hurry. However, if you’re excited about the many possibilities open to you, as the current alignment suggests, perhaps you should consider eliminating projects or ac-

Sept 23rd – Oct 22nd

The continued focus on your home sector suggests that if you’re tired and wired, you should cut back on activities so you can relax and recharge. You might also find it both nurturing and healing to pay attention to your creative muse. If you want to learn a new craft or musical instrument, this is the time to go for it.

Scorpio Oct 23rd – Nov 21st

Chatty Mercury’s presence in your sign encourages you to look a little deeper into the situations and circumstances around you. Indeed, over the week ahead you may be puzzled or outright confused by a relationship that at once fascinates and slightly frightens you.

Sagittarius Nov 22nd – Dec 21st

You’re in a phase when you’d benefit from unwinding and recharging. After eleven months of activity, the twelfth should be dedicated to meditating on your progress and your goals for the coming twelve months. It’s also an opportunity to release feelings and situations that drain your energy. If you can do this now, you’ll make the best possible use of your recuperation period.

Capricorn Dec 22nd – Jan 19th

With Saturn in your spiritual sector, this is a chance to clear out any baggage you’ve accumulated in recent years. We’re talking about a deep clean rather than a superficial dust and vacuum. While you’ve likely been at this on and off over the past couple years, there’s no time like the present to continue. It’s the perfect time to make amends, clear away emotional clutter, and enhance vitality.

Aquarius Jan 20th – Feb 18th

The dynamic that’s responsible for all the hard work you’ve done lately is still very much in focus. There’s a chance that a golden opportunity could come your way that adds to your workload but is too good to miss.

Pisces Feb 19th – March 20th

It may come as no surprise that one association is red hot right now, particularly early in the week, when a Scorpio connection hints at fire between the sheets. You’ll also find you learn a lot from others, especially when it comes to monitoring your reactions to key situations. The people around you can teach you much about what’s important to you and where you might need to change your attitude.

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Domestic Violence

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in a violent and brutal beating while visiting his father during a custody battle.

Estevez shared her story of pain and redemption while providing hope by announcing a new foundation named after her son that will offer family services and scholarships. There were many slack jaws and no dry eyes in the crowd.

The chant of “Love Shouldn’t Hurt!” and signs reminded victims to “Never Never Never Give Up. Lady Liberty was colored purple the City of El Monte and El Monte residents are reminded that victims have a voice and they have support.

Participants who donated $10 or a gifted card received a t-shirt and all proceeds benefitted SPIRITT Family Services, a non-profit organization providing a range of programs and services advancing the mental and emotional well-being of children and families throughout the El Monte Community.

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Have fun and support your airport at this familyfriendly event! The San Gabriel Valley Airport provides pilot training, police and fire support, critical medical transports, and STEM education for your community.

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This Publication Lady Liberty lit in Purple for Domestic Violence month. Courtesy Photo by D.Johnson / MVMC

join in saluting our military veterans of all wars and periods this November 11 - and every day. Thank you for serving America with honor, courage and commitment.

are a victim – of Domestic Violence, we encourage you in the strongest terms possible to say something and get help. You have support – you probably just don’t know it.

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Community – it’s a powerful thing.

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During the Democratic National Convention in Los Angeles all the top Democrats stayed at the Ambassador Hotel. I worked the front desk and there were always a lot of reporters hanging around. Senator Kennedy was too well known to come down to the lobby, so he would send guys like Shorty Powers and some of the others who would become household names in a few months after the election.

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side of each other that you’ve never seen before. Just being scared together made the experience interesting,” explains Maggie Trieu, 12.

While some HHN attendees do

Veterans Day 2017 They were all polite except for the first time Robert Kennedy came to the front desk demanding,” Where is my brother?”. He was younger than the rest and wasn’t well known yet so I answered, “Who is your brother?” I thought he was going to have a heart attack he was so mad, he stormed away.

A couple of minutes later he came back and politely asked, “excuse me, I am Robert Kennedy could you please tell me what room my brother Senator John Kennedy is staying in?”

and from what I remember Bobby Kennedy was never rude to the staff again.

The Democrats continued to use the Ambassador Hotel as their headquarter hotel in Los Angeles until that fate full night in 1968 when just after learning that he had won the California Primary, Robert Kennedy was shot and killed walking through the pantry on his way back to his room to watch the results come in.

The Kennedys were a tough but charming bunch of Irishmen.

recommend you only visit if you are sure you can handle the terror, others believe the event isn’t as scary as it seems.

“People should definitely go if they haven’t. It’s not as bad as other people say it is, it’s only the jump scares that really get you,” warns Chris Loreno, 12.

General admission tickets start at

$69 on selected days, so grab your friends and act fast!

Happy Halloween Knights!

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Ed note: This article originally appeared in Knight’s Banner: The Student News Site of Arroyo High School and is reprinted with permission from Arroyo High School and the El Monte Union High School District

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