by The Editors on November 4, 2011
As much as we’d like to think that the taxes we pay to the State of California could support a reasonable public school system, here in Carlsbad that just isn’t the case. In fact, the Carlsbad Unified School District is headed into an $11 million deficit for the 2012-13 school year. That’s why the work of the Carlsbad Education Foundation is so important to the students in Carlsbad. On November 1, 2011 the CEF kicked off their annual fund drive.
Here’s what they did with the money this year:
Carlsbad Educational Foundation announces the release of $350,000 in funds to assist 15 key initiatives that support students within the Carlsbad Unified School District during the 2011-2012 school year. Among the initiatives are essential music, science and special programs that impact 11,000 students throughout the district.
For more information on what the CEF is doing in Carlsbad and how you can help, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on June 28, 2011
The week of August 1, 2011 Carlsbad’s national dance competition award winning Lancer Dancers will be sharing some of their deep dance skills with young dancers grades K-7 during Jr. Lancer Dancer Summer Camp.
Team Co-Captain, Camille Posard shares her theory on success, “Last year we were the Cinderella Story winning the National Championship with 8 rookies on the team and 5 freshmen, but it was hard work and determination not experience that made it possible. We will be sharing what we learned with the dancers at camp this summer”. . . . The Lancer Dancers are excited to be able to share their dance skills, choreography, and teamwork with other young dancers during this week of camp. Their goal for the camp is to inspire others with their love of dance, but more importantly, how teamwork, dedication, and hard work can take you just about anywhere that you set your sights on! Lancer Dancer, Katie Park, describes how camp is about more than dance, “Young dancers will not only learn dances, but leadership qualities and discipline that help you succeed in other aspects of life.”
All the five-day camp requires the will to dance and a $100 donation to the Lancer Dancers. For more information click here and/or follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on May 31, 2011
Want your child to learn about American Red Cross water safety at the Legoland Waterpark this June? Then the Whale Tales program might be for you. Like all things at Legoland, however, you’ll need a whale sized wallet. First of all the child must get in to the park. If you have a $99 pass for your child and a $129 pass for yourself, then the four-day, eight-hour program will only cost you $40. Without the passes it will only cost $240 for one child, and that’s with Legoland’s.
The four-day WHALE Tales course is taught by LEGOLAND certified lifeguards and covers basic water safety and more. Sessions are Monday-Thursday, 4-6 p.m. June 6-9; June 13-16; June 20-23. Call 760-918-5347 for more information.
Or, you could just pay $50 and get the same thing at the Monroe Street Pool without all the Lego brand indoctrination The choice is yours.
by The Editors on May 19, 2011
Club CEO and Coach Brad Holland teaches Tyler Hill the finer points of shooting.
The Boys & Girls Club of Carlsbad’s new Bressi Ranch clubhouse will get some use this summer with a series of sports camps.
“We just completed Phase 1 of our beautiful new state-of-the-art facility in Bressi Ranch,” said Athletic Director Aaron Brown. “It will be exciting to throw open our doors, and welcome youngsters in the community to their new Clubhouse.”. . . Kicking off the summer will be the Brad Holland Basketball Camp. Featuring instruction from current Club CEO and former Lakers player/USD head coach Brad Holland, four one-week sessions will be offered beginning June 13 and is open to boys and girls of all skill levels. . . In addition, a sports lovers camp is being offered for those kids who just love to have fun and compete. This camp will focus on a different sport each day leading up to a sports-themed field trip on Friday.
For more information on the sports camps and how to sign-up, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on May 12, 2011
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2011 the City of Carlsbad Parks & Recreation department is hosting the Wild West Fest at the famous Leo Carrillo Ranch. The community event is a “re-creation of the days of the “wild west,” when cowboys ruled.” Here’s a little of what is planned for the day.
Shop at the trading post, ride the bucking bronco in the Fun Zone, and create a cowboy hat to take home. Real cowboys will demonstrate shoot outs, rope tricks and much more. Plus – pony rides! . . Enter the salsa-making contest to win prizes, or just come to taste the entries. There is no entry fee; however, pre-registration is required. Salsa tasting cards can be purchased at the event for $3 and includes a bowl of house chili.
Activity cards are required for some activities and can be purchased for $5 each. For more information follow the jump, or click here. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on May 12, 2011
Carlsbad’s Valley Middle School was on lockdown this morning (May 12, 2011) from 10:50 AM to 11:17 AM after one student reportedly mentioned a bomb on the campus. Parents of students at Valley received the following text after the school was cleared and reopned.
Students are safe. VMS was on lockdown from 10:50 until 11:17 as a preventative measure after an unconfirmed report by a student of the possibility of a bomb.
According to the Carlsbad Police Department one student was in custody for “making a threat” following the lockdown. This is the second bomb scare in Carlsbad in a little over a week. The first was on May 4, 2011 when a “suspicious device” was found at the Cole Library.
Hopefully this one was simply a misguided middle school prank, as 10News is now reporting.
by The Editors on April 21, 2011
by The Editors on January 26, 2011
Teams from two Carlsbadistan middle schools finished 1st and 2nd for the second time this season at the Scholastic Surf Series contest last Saturday, January 22, 2011 at the Oceanside Pier.
The Aviara Oaks Middle School finished in first place, as they have in each of the three contests so far this season. The Vikings Surf Team from Valley Middle School finished in 2nd, for the second time this season. That finish along with a fourth place in another contest keeps the Vikings in second place overall.
Students from all three Carlsbad middle schools placed in the finals of each division. The next contest will be February 5, 2011 at D Street/Moonlight Beach in Encinitas.
by The Editors on January 13, 2011
On Saturday, January 22, 2011 over a 1,000 people will gather at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park for the second annual Mitchell Thorp Foundation Walkathon in support of families whose children are suffering from life-threatening illnesses.
Funds generated from this event will go to the Foundation; a nonprofit, public benefit 501 (c) (3) organization founded by the Thorp family whose son, Mitchell, battled an undiagnosed illness and lost his fight at the age of 18. The family started the foundation in their son’s name to give back to the community, and to support the many other families in need of assistance. . . “The specific purpose of the foundation is to help as many children and families in the community as possible,” said Brad Thorp, president, and father of Mitchell. “The sudden onset of a child’s life-threatening illness is devastating to a family; 24/7 care and hardship become a way of life, our goal is to create as much normalcy in the family unit as possible.”
Sign-in begins at 9 AM and the walk starts at 10 AM at Poinsettia Park at 6600 Hidden Valley Road in Carlsbad. Follow the jump for all the details.
[click to continue…]
by The Editors on December 22, 2010
We’re usually pretty hard on Legoland California for what we think are their normally outrageous ticket prices, but from now until Christmas Day tickets to Legoland are only $9.99 per person.
That’s right. Not $59, but $9.99 That is reason enough to go. In fact, we’re thinking we’ll probably visit the theme park for our third time ever.
The deal was announced today on Twitter (@legoland_ca) and as might be imaged rocketed through the social web. Click the graphic for all the details or visit the Legoland facebook page.
[Link: Legoland facebook]
As much as we’d like to think that the taxes we pay to the State of California could support a reasonable public school system, here in Carlsbad that just isn’t the case. In fact, the Carlsbad Unified School District is headed into an $11 million deficit for the 2012-13 school year. That’s why the work of the Carlsbad Education Foundation is so important to the students in Carlsbad. On November 1, 2011 the CEF kicked off their annual fund drive.
RSS Feed-Posts