Nanavati and her husband, Jay Tuli, are among many Arlington elementary school parents raising concerns about the time allotted for lunch, saying it is leaving children hungry and cutting short an important social time with their friends. Arlington’s elementary schools allot a combined 40 minutes for lunch and recess, though schools can extend that time for kindergarteners. Complaints about inadequate lunch time are not new, but — together with gripes about too little recess time — they are getting a fresh airing on social media chat rooms and in conversations among parents. Nanavati can tell by her daughter’s moods after school that she has not eaten enough during the day. “I see her face and I know what’s going to happen — she’s going to melt down. She’s not quite right,” said Nanavati. Emily Holler said she fears her son, a kindergartener at Thompson School, is not eating much during his 20-minute lunch period … [Read more...] about Arlington parents say short lunchtimes leave their kids hungry
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Foundation awards $47,000 in grants to 13 nonprofits
Ramona Community Foundation (RCF), an affiliate of The San Diego Foundation, awarded $47,000 in funding at its 8th Annual Grants Celebration on Oct. 3 to 13 nonprofit programs designed to enhance quality of life and inspire community pride in Ramona.“For eight years, community members in Ramona have come together to support a variety of programs that enhance the quality of life in the region,” said RCF Board Chair Kristin Zook. “By giving together, Ramona Community Foundation members are taking a firsthand approach to building a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone who lives, works and plays in Ramona.”The nonprofits funded include: American Academy of Pediatricians, ArtReach, City Hope, Feeding San Diego, Heart and Hooves Therapy, Pacific Education Facilities, Ramona Junior Fair, Ramona Parks and Recreation Association, San Diego Opera, Spirit of Joy, Trauma Intervention Programs, Voices for Children, and Write Out Loud.RCF is dedicated to improving … [Read more...] about Foundation awards $47,000 in grants to 13 nonprofits
What’s on: National City hosts Family Tennis Day
National City: Want to try tennis for the first time? Or are you an experienced player looking for some fun with the tennis community? Come to Family Tennis Day from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, 10/12 at EL Toyon Park, 2005 E. 4th St. All ages and experience levels welcome. No registration required and equipment will be provided. Do some fun drills and hit for prizes! A free follow-up drop-in tennis class will be offered for beginner adults wanting to learn more. Call (619) 299-8647. Hosted by the city of National City and the San Diego District Tennis Association.City Councils: (Oct. 10-16)Chula Vista, 276 Fourth Ave.: 5 p.m. TuesdayImperial Beach, 825 Imperial Beach Blvd.: 6 p.m. Wednesday Lemon Grove, 3146 School Lane: 6 p.m. Tuesday National City, 1243 National City Blvd.: 6 p.m. Tuesday School Boards:Chula Vista Elementary School District, Education Service and Support Center, 84 East J St.: 6 p.m. National School District (National City), 1500 N Ave.: 6 p.m. Wednesday Santee School … [Read more...] about What’s on: National City hosts Family Tennis Day
Croatian teachers go on strike over wages
Teachers and other employees in Croatia’s schools have launched a strike demanding higher wages.Unions say the strike is planned Thursday in all elementary and high schools in Croatia and will continue in certain municipalities in the coming days in a “circular manner.”Teachers want a 6% wage hike, saying they are underpaid compared to other public sector employees. The government has offered an immediate 2% hike, and additional 2% in June, but the unions have rejected this.Organizers say they will maintain the strike until their demands are met. There are about 1,000 schools in Croatia with tens of thousands of employees. … [Read more...] about Croatian teachers go on strike over wages
AFCA Division II Coaches Poll
Records Through Oct. 5 Record Pts Pvs 1. Valdosta State (30) 5-0 797 1 2. Ferris State (1) 5-0 761 2 3. Minnesota State 5-0 733 3 4. Tarleton State (1) 5-0 708 4 5. Notre Dame (Ohio) 5-0 633 5 5. Ouachita Baptist 5-0 633 6 7. Northwest Missouri State 5-0 610 7 8. Lenoir-Rhyne 5-0 587 8 9. Slippery Rock 5-0 524 10 10. Indianapolis 5-0 523 11 11. Colorado School of Mines 5-0 486 13 12. West Chester 5-0 411 14 13. Pittsburg State 5-0 406 15 14. Wingate 5-0 362 16 15. Central Missouri 5-0 352 17 16. Indiana 5-0 288 19 17. Colorado State-Pueblo 4-1 262 18 18. Bowie State 5-0 236 20 19. Grand Valley State 4-1 211 9 20. Texas A&M-Commerce 3-1 174 21 21. Kutztown 5-0 161 24 22. Harding 4-1 158 22 23. Minnesota-Duluth 4-1 127 12 24. Truman State 5-0 101 NR 25. West Florida 4-1 53 NR Others Receiving Votes: Angelo State 44, Virginia Union 19, East Stroudsburg 13, West Texas A&M 8, Carson-Newman 7, Ashland 5, Eastern New Mexico 2, … [Read more...] about AFCA Division II Coaches Poll