Craig Young, a science teacher at Wilcox High School, knows that learning science is more than just memorizing facts and applying formulas. “The most important aspect of learning about science is in understanding how the process works,” says Young, who mentored eight of his students to participate in the Synopsys Silicon Valley Science and Technology … Read more
Susan Monahan lives and works by the modified lyrics of one of her favorite Jimmy Buffet songs: “It’s my job to be the best I can be, and that makes the day for me.” As the career/transfer advisor at Mission College, Monahan meets with dozens of students each week, coordinates the annual college fair, plans … Read more
Elisa Perez is an afterschool site director at Scott Lane Elementary School through YMCA of Silicon Valley. One day a boy came to her complaining of a stomachache. “I spoke to the boy and found out that he wouldn’t get to eat until Friday when his mother got paid,” Perez says. “And it was Tuesday. … Read more
At lunchtime, the Lawrence Plaza at 3561 El Camino Real is packed. Some people wait in line for a hot roasted sweet potato at the sweet potato stall outside the plaza’s supermarket. Others grab a quick bite to eat at the cheery Asian-themed food court. In recent years, the Lawrence Plaza has transformed from being … Read more
Growing up, Angie Chau was not satisfied with the cinematic images depicting Vietnamese people. “In the media, the people I saw [depicting the Vietnamese] were girls dancing on poles and people getting tortured in Rambo,” says Chau. “I didn’t see the kinds of people I knew in the media. So I started writing this book.” … Read more
You hear it all the time- eat healthy, get your greens, cut down on sugars and fats. To help others actually see the messages that encourage healthy food consumption, the Santa Clara County Public Health Department teamed up with the San Jose Art Academy to host the National Nutrition Month Poster Contest. Open to students … Read more
The Triton Museum was abuzz with activity on the evening of April 30. Artists painted with zest. Up-and-coming florists gave swift flower arranging demonstrations. Student chefs prepared tasty finger foods. Dancers and musicians brightened up the space with their lively music and movement. Mission College’s “Best of the Best” fundraiser gala featured the finest talents … Read more
The first week of May is Children’s Book Week and what better way to celebrate than to recognize Tim Myers, a local children’s book author who has written popular books, such as “Basho and the Fox” and “If You Give a T-Rex a Bone.” Two experiences prompted Myers to pursue a career in children’s book … Read more
At The Rhythm Attic, each Zumba class is a party with vibrant music, energetic dancing, and lots of smiles to go around. Located on the second floor of the Airborne Gymnastics studio on 1515 Walsh Avenue, The Rhythm Attic offers its students a chance to dance, get some cardiovascular exercise, burn calories, and develop self-confidence … Read more
On Saturday, April 9, about 150 people showed up at David’s Restaurant to attend A Cure for Jansie’s Angels, a benefit gala for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Through admission ticket and raffle ticket sales, auction bids, and donations, the event helped raise $10,000. “The event was touching because we [recognized people who had cancer],” … Read more