Medal of Honor recipient shares PTSD journey at USC symposium
Staff Sgt. T Michael Carter, a 2009 Nuristan Afghanistan veteran and Medal of Honor honoree, spoke at USC on coping with post trauma stress after a 13 hour battle in which eight Americans died. He described flashbacks, perceived failure, and using sunglasses to mask his struggles.
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Veterans Asked to Step Forward for VIP Recognition
A San Marino citizen project invites all local veterans to participate in open houses at the Thunder House in Lacy Park on September 14, October 11, and November 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Veterans will fill out a form, have a photo taken, and give an oral history. A final group photograph will be taken on Veteran's Day at the San Marino War Memorial in the park.
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Hathaway-Sycamores Fundraiser At Dodger Stadium
Hathaway-Sycamores plans its Celebrating Children fundraiser at Dodger Stadium on September 24. Proceeds support mental health and family services for over 9,000 children and families annually. Events include a Stadium Club party, suite food, a photo session with a former Dodger, DodgerVision, live auction, and a VIP stadium tour for premium tickets. John and Linda Seiter receive this year’s Celebrating Children Award. contact Andi Sica to buy tickets or sponsor.
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Urth Caffé designers blend with Playhouse District
Urth Co-founder Jilla Berkman aimed the Pasadena cafe to fit the Playhouse District’s historic atmosphere. She cites Pasadena City Hall and the Playhouse as major inspirations, shaping every square foot of the space. See URTH, page A-12.
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Pasadena
SMUSD Tops California for Eleventh Consecutive Year
San Marino Unified School District repeats as state leader in API with a score of 953 out of 1000, six points ahead of La Canada. Superintendent Loren Kleinrock credits a time tested formula of motivated students, high expectations, talented teachers, a strong staff, and community partnership. The API measures district performance across statewide tests. See API, page A-13.
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Chamber to Host 6th Police & Fire Luncheon
The San Marino Chamber of Commerce invites the public to its sixth annual Police and Fire Appreciation luncheon on Thursday September 26 at the San Marino Center from 11 30 a m to 1 30 p m honoring Police Corporal Danny Roberto Gutierrez and Firefighter Paramedic Dwayne Carlton. The event marks six years since the first luncheon recognizing outstanding service.
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San Marino Schools Foundation kicks off 2013-14 drive
The San Marino Schools Foundation starts its annual campaign to fund 10 percent of the San Marino Unified School District budget. It currently finances 32 teaching positions across San Marino High Huntington Middle and elementary levels. The goal is 3 million by year end, with 750000 already raised.
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San Marino Unified
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Julie Boucher
SMUSD
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Nine Colleges Started U S Education System
The piece traces the origins of American higher education noting nine colonial colleges—Harvard plus eight others—founded across New England and the mid-Atlantic, with one in the South. It suggests the system’s enduring appeal despite rising costs and access challenges, and hints at historical explanations.
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