San Marino School Board Allows CLAS Opt Outs for Students
San Marino School District discussed reservations about the California Learning Assessment System test and approved parent opt outs while reaffirming commitment to a thinking-meaning curriculum and academic freedom. Board members cited concerns on writing and group work questions as potentially intrusive and inappropriate, though the district must administer the test by law.
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San Marino
Robert Gayl
Thomas Godley
Jack Rose
William D. Dawson
Department of Education
Gay
California School Boards Association
CSEA
State Department of Education
Marnie Dam
Gene Platz
A First Hand Look at Today's U S Navy
A civilian visit aboard the USS George Washington and other naval assets in Norfolk showcases naval downsizing after the Cold War. The author notes aircraft landings on carriers, submarine patrols, and cruiser operations while highlighting reduced fleet size and ongoing personnel recruitment, with emphasis on high standards among sailors and officers.
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Invitan
Henry H. Mauz
Atlantis
Paticipants
Navy
George Washington
Norfolk
Montpelier
Roger Seedorf
Anzio
Phillip M. Balisle
Central Control Intelligence Room
Admiral’s Office
Atlantic
Soviet Union
Mideast
North Korea
Nixon's 1946 San Marino meeting launched his political path
The San Marino Tribune recalls a 1946 gathering at Frank Jorgensen’s home that convinced Lt Commander Richard M. Nixon to run for Congress with Pat Nixon's joint decision. It names key locals who influenced the campaign, notes early rallies in Huntington and South Pasadena San Marino schools, and ties the event to Nixon’s rise to the presidency.
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San Marino
Richard Nixon
Presi
U.S
Julian Besel
The
Tribune
Nixon
Herbert McCormick
Besel
U.S. Congress
Congress
Pat Nixon
Richard M. Nixon
Jerry Voorhis
Frank Jorgensen
Palmas Drive
Jorgensen
Pat
Huntington School
San
United States
White House
Richard M
Whittier
Williard K. Larson
M. Roy Day
Pomona
Chris and
Stefan Dietrich
San Marino High School principal resigns amid concerns
San Marino residents and teachers react to the resignation of SMHS Principal Dr. Don Banderas. Letters from 157 parents and students urge reconsideration while 55 teachers praise his leadership and call the decision disruptive. Community worries about process and future school stability, noting his six-year record.
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San Marino
Don Banderas
Valerie Kates
San Marino Teacher's Association
Valentine School
SMHS
Cal Chamberlain
Chelsea Rd
Banderas
Kates
San Marino High School
Board of Education
Chamberlain
California
Remains Found During Pool Excavation in San Marino
Workers digging for a backyard pool in the 1900 block of Lorain Rd discovered a fiberglass box and plastic bags containing what appeared to be human remains buried about four feet deep. Police say the bones may belong to a former resident, with the 1985 Sohus missing persons case linked to the home. An autopsy identified the remains as male, but final ID awaits.
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Lorain Rd
Pasadena Star-News
San Marino
Bob
Martha Parada
Lily
Paradas
Ruth
la Puente
Star-News
Phoenix
Arizona
Hadsell
Ruth Sohus
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