Graduation DVD available
The school district is selling DVDs of the 2006 Amador Valley and Foothill high school graduation ceremonies. Each DVD is $10. They can be purchased through the district office. Order forms are available at the district’s Web site, www.pleasanton.k12.ca.us.LPC Foundation appoints new director
The Las Positas College Foundation recently appointed Jeff Manchester to its board of directors. Manchester, a Pleasanton resident, has worked at Sandia National Laboratories for 25 years and currently manages public relations and strategic communication for the lab. He joins 19 other directors on the panel. The Foundation was established in 2003 to provide funding support for Las Positas, as well as educate the community about opportunities at the college. Funds generated by the Foundation go to scholarships, staff development, technology upgrades and performing arts.Retired teachers give awards
The Tri-Valley California Retired Teachers Association awarded five $100 stipends to Tri-Valley classroom teachers. The awardees are Donna Adkins of Vintage Hills Elementary School, Anne Warner of Village High School, Monica Berryhill of Dublin Elementary School, Patti Belleci of Emma C. Smith School in Livermore and Nancy Brazil of Sunol Glen School. Teachers submitted applications, and the committee based its decision on the school district, grade level, subject matter and individual needs.Donate for ‘Dignity’
Bob and Deb Cilk of United California Brokers in collaboration with Operation Dignity, an outreach organization serving veterans who are facing homelessness and addiction, are currently collecting donations. The organization is looking to receive men’s t-shirts, socks and underwear, and “gently used” bedding for twin beds. Donations can be delivered to the Cilk’s office, located at 351 St. Mary St., during business hours. Contact the Cilks at 417-7129 or pleasantonhomes@gmail.com for more information.
