Category Archives: Kids/Parenting

8th Annual Paul Revere Middle School Run/ Walk This Sunday

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Sue

  Did you eat too much candy before, during and after Halloween? Even your stretchy pants are groaning? And Thanksgiving and all the trimmings are still to come in the next few weeks? Here’s an idea, get some exercise at … Continue reading →

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In Seeking a Pride of the Palisades Honoree, Consider Ho!Ho!Ho!

Posted on October 24, 2023 by Sue

In mentioning the awards that the Pacific Palisades Community Council is currently seeking nominees, CTN left off “Pride of the Palisades.” The first award under that category was given to Roberta Donahue in 2013. Since then five other individuals Bill … Continue reading →

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“Best Day” Brings Refreshing Entries and Stories

Posted on October 22, 2023 by Sue

Palisades authors were celebrated for original and heartfelt stories and poems at a culmination event at the Palisades Library on October 12. For many, in first through 12th grade, it was their first attempt at creative storytelling. The stories were … Continue reading →

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Hands-on Engineering Courses Taught in Palisades

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Sue

Your teen is not into music, sports or books, and the question becomes how to engage them. Luckily, electrical engineer Jeran Bruce has an answer: Forge Makespace, an engineering workshop. “I work with young adults to show them real engineering, … Continue reading →

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Jacob Rock’s Symphony Premieres to Critical Acclaim

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Sue

By CHAZ PLAGER Diagnosed with severe autism when he was three, Jacob Rock only knows how to say two words – ”food” and “yes” –  he has also written a symphony, which debuted September 30 in Alex Theatre in Glendale. … Continue reading →

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Corpus Holds Open House for Prospective Families October 10

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Sue

  An open house for prospective families and students will be held at Corpus Christi School from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10. The school, a K-8, co-ed Catholic School, was founded in 1951, and is located at … Continue reading →

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Programs and Events of Interest: Mentoring, Painting and Happy Hour

Posted on August 14, 2023 by Sue

Mentoring and Befriending In March, CTN printed an emotional story about the bonding between Palisades High School students and local residents, 60+ (click here.) Sages and Seekers pairs a high school teen with a senior citizen. They listen and share … Continue reading →

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Pacific Palisades Optimists Help Kids in Foster

Posted on July 17, 2023 by Sue

Pacific Palisades Optimist Club members aid kids who are aging out of foster care. An L.A. Times 2019 Opinion piece (“Is L.A. County’s Foster System Raising the Next Generation of Homeless People?”) said “L.A. County officials have long known that … Continue reading →

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VIEWPOINT: Explosion and Burn Was Preventable

Posted on June 25, 2023 by Sue

The anguish of the family, and the pain a 14-year-old is suffering, is inexcusable and could have been prevented. Circling the News reported on a kid who was burned in an apparent fireworks accident in the lower picnic area on … Continue reading →

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Brent Madridejo: Courage in the Face of Cancer

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Sue

By CHAZ PLAGER High school is a time fraught with trials and tribulations for any aspiring young adult. Exams, extracurriculars, credits, community service and more, push high schoolers to their limits as they try to decide how they will pursue … Continue reading →

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