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“Best Day” Brings Refreshing Entries and Stories

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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Private and Rich Public High Schools Under Pay Soccer Referees

Some of the most expensive high schools in the United States, which charge up of $50,000 a year for tuition are now being told by the CIF – Southern Section Commissioner Chris West that they should start looking for soccer … Continue reading

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Hands-on Engineering Courses Taught in Palisades

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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Corpus Holds Open House for Prospective Families October 10

  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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“Mean Girls” Provides Terrific Fun and a Delightful Evening

Only at Pacific Palisades High School, could you experience a Broadway caliber musical, without having to leave town. Mean Girls opened tonight, October 5 at Mercer Hall. This show is exceptional on several levels, starting with the talent. Director Nancy … Continue reading

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Winners of the Youth Writing Contest Announced: Will Be Honored October 12

The annual summer youth writing contest winners have been announced. This year there will be two events to celebrate the winners: one for teens and one for students in first through sixth grade. The contest, with the theme “The Best … Continue reading

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Punk Band 2 Dust Will Perform September 29

By CHAZ PLAGER High school is a time of self-discovery, where students learn what they like and how to express themselves. Some do that through rebellion against established authority, while others express it through music and other creative endeavors. In … Continue reading

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High School Entries Sought for Community Jubilee

The Pacific Palisades Community Council is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a community jubilee from noon to 4 p.m. on September 30 in Simon Meadow. High school students (private and public) are invited to submit, art, photography, poetry … Continue reading

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Classes Are Underway at Palisades High School

  By CHAZ PLAGER Nearly 3,000 students returned to classes at Palisades Charter High School on August 16 for an 8:30 a.m. start. Most students returned to school with no small measure of unhappiness, naturally because summer vacation was over. … Continue reading

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1st Day of School Documented by Photographer Rich Schmitt

Photographer Rich Schmitt captured great photos of the first day of school at Palisades Charter Elementary School, a tradition carried by local newspapers since the school was built in 1922. Although this editor and Schmitt were both “let go” by … Continue reading

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