The Kiwanis Club of La Cañada reached into the local schools to select young people considered “TERRIFIC (Thoughtful Enthusiastic Respectful Responsible Inclusive Friendly Inquisitive Capable) Kids.” Seven young people from Palm Crest Elementary School were honored at a recent meeting of the club at Van de Kamp Hall at Descanso Gardens. Proud parents accompanied most […]
On Oct. 23, thousands of youth participating in Woodcraft Rangers’ NVISION programs shared in the celebration of Lights On After School joining millions across the country to come together for the nation’s largest rally for after school programs. There were dance and music performances, youth led STEM (Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics) workshops, and art […]
Nolan Kuszyk, a third grader at Palm Crest Elementary School, recently won first place in the Southern California Professional Golf Association (SCPGA) tournament at the Casta Del Sol Golf Course in Mission Viejo. Nolan scored a three over par for nine holes, his best showing in a tournament, competing against junior golfers from all over […]
By Joyce LEE The evolution of technology creates a perpetual increase in the number of social media sites. Though the internet is readily available for people of all ages, teenagers constitute an overwhelming high percent of traffic on social media sites. Although there is ongoing controversy about the consequences social media results for teens, it […]
Goblins, ghosts, princesses and Creepers were found on local playgrounds and fields during the annual Halloween parades held on elementary school campuses. As in years past, parents were on hand to cheer on their costumed students while snapping pictures and taking video. Rainy weather wouldn’t come until later in the evening when most of the […]
Youth in Business Entrepreneurs Day The YMCA is hosting workshops on Nov. 21 and Nov. 22 for young entrepreneurs. Participants will learn how to prepare their business ideas for possible funding and practice presentations to actual investors from the Pasadena Angels. These workshops are for teen in grades six through 12. Enter as a three […]
By Samantha SLAYBACK Citizens of Pasadena and surrounding areas, including La Crescenta, take pride in one of the world’s annual traditions: the Tournament of Roses Parade. Situated close to famous Colorado Boulevard, members of the foothills community can often be found each year decorating floats or perched along the boulevard to cheer parade participants. This […]
The Crescenta Valley Youth Town Council (CVYTC) continues to run like a well-oiled machine. Its seven members remain dedicated to their roles, despite the distractions of college applications, AP classes, and busy high school lives. The team is quickly filling up its schedule with a myriad of fun activities for the community. In recent news, […]
By Samantha SLAYBACK Last year, Monte Vista Elementary School implemented a book club for students. Since its beginning, the book club has taken off. Currently, students of the book club are reading the Brixton Brothers series, a children’s mystery series by bestselling author Mac Barnett. Barnett, 32, currently resides in Oakland, California. Along with his […]