Passing the Torch: Former Pro Skater and Local Gym Teacher Mentor Youth at Santa Clara Skate Park

Two local educators have begun sharing their passion for skateboarding with the next generation. Brad Boardman and Khan Pham both work at Washington Open Elementary, 270 Washington St. in Santa Clara. Roughly a year ago, the men began hosting skateboarding sessions at the Santa Clara Skate Park, 2440 Cabrillo Ave. Skateboarding affords kids an opportunity … Read more

Washington Open Elementary Celebrates Its Golden Anniversary

Families and alumni gathered this spring to celebrate the 50th anniversary of parent-participation at Washington Open Elementary School.

The community at Washington Open Elementary School has been partying like it’s 1973 to celebrate the parent-participation school’s 50th anniversary. “Washington Open started in the 1973 to 1974 school year,” said Sherry Ernst, an alumni parent and a retired fourth grade teacher at the school. “Initially, the program was called Westwood Open. In 1996, the … Read more

Girl Scouts, DoorDash Team for Cookie Season

Girl Scouts of Northern California have teamed with DoorDash to have cookies delivered directly to your door during the 2022 cookie season.

Cookie deliveries will be a little different this year. The Girl Scouts have teamed with DoorDash to bring cookies direct to your door. You can order cookies through the app on select delivery dates between Feb. 14 and March 27. A DoorDash driver will pick the cookies up at a Girl Scout booth near your … Read more