Monrovia Days is starting off with a hometown parade this evening.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Days parade kicks off celebration
Monrovia Days is starting off with a hometown parade this evening.
Ethnic Studies to be made a requirement for high school graduation
At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia Board of Education will consider approving an Ethnic Studies as a requirement for high school graduation.
The agenda item says: "On October 8, 2021, Governor Newsom signed Bill AB-101 into law, making California the first state to require ethnic studies as a class for high school graduation. This legislation aims to help students understand the historical and ongoing struggles, as well as the contributions, of Black, Asian, Latinx, Native/Indigenous Americans, and other groups that have faced racism and marginalization in the United States." Course description here.
- Brad Haugaard
Graduation lists for Monrovia students
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Dinner at Cafe X20
Dinner at Cafe X20, on the north side of Foothill just west of Melrose. Got the Chicken Shawarma plate with hummus and baba ghanoush, for $17, and a bee for $7. Very good. I loved the smoky flavor of the baba ghanoush.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Days starts tomorrow (Thursday) with parade at 7 p.m.
For Monrovia Days the city has put together this informative information: schedule, map, information about wristbands for carnival rides, parking, dining and more. See here.
First up is the parade, which starts at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday.
- Brad Haugaard
Horchata latte at new coffee shop
Had a medium size Horchata Lover Latte for $7.50 at the new San Fernando Coffee Company in the Vons shopping center today (Myrtle and Foothill). The store is having a soft opening so there is not much in the way of pastries (I was told they will increase the number of pastries they carry shortly). They also have sandwiches, crepes and waffles.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia graduation and promotion ceremonies
Monrovia Community Adult School - Thursday, May 29; 6 p.m.
Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet School - Tuesday, June 3; 8:30 a.m.
Clifton Middle School - Tuesday, June 3; 9 a.m.
Canyon Oaks High School/Mountain Park School - Tuesday, June 3; 6 p.m.
Monrovia High School - Wednesday, June 4; 5 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Citrus College Promise program increases access for first-time students
by Randa B. Wahbe, Ed.D.
Citrus College Governing Board Member for Monrovia
At Citrus College, free tuition for a student’s first two years on campus is not just a possibility, it’s a promise.
Through the Citrus College Promise program, first-time students who enroll in at least 12 units in the fall and spring semesters will receive financial assistance, personalized academic advising and access to exclusive campus resources designed to support their success.
Promise program students will enroll in English or mathematics every semester until their required courses in each are completed. Students will also need to meet Early Decision program requirements or go through the onboarding process for a student support program, like athletics, CalWORKs or the Veterans Success Center. Along with completing a student educational plan and attending a new student orientation, Promise program participants will also submit a FAFSA or California Dream Act application each year; however, eligibility for financial aid is not required.
Promise students need to maintain a GPA of at least 2.0 and complete 30 academic units before the start of their second year. If students satisfy these requirements, they can reap all the benefits, which also includes priority registration.
Alvarez first heard about Citrus College when her sister began attending in 2018. While Alvarez was still attending Monrovia High School, she began taking dual enrollment courses that would satisfy her high school requirements and general education college courses.
When it came time for Alvarez to decide where to go to college, the choice was simple.
“I decided on Citrus College once I heard about the Promise program,” she said.
For Alvarez, the financial benefits were enormous. In addition to no-cost enrollment and waived fees, Alvarez received $100 vouchers for textbooks every semester and other items, like free Scantrons and snacks from the Promise program office.
“Financially, it helped me out so much,” she said.
Beyond the cost savings, Alvarez also appreciated how the Promise program was focused on helping students succeed. In the program, Alvarez worked with counselors to go over her student educational plan, a roadmap of courses that align with her major.
“If it wasn’t for the Promise program, I honestly don’t think I would be attending a community college,” she said.
While at Citrus College, Alvarez has also become involved with the Student Ambassadors, a select group of students who serve as official hosts of the college, leading campus tours and assisting with hospitality activities.
“What truly made me feel good about being a student ambassador was working college fairs and being able to share my experience with incoming college students,” Alvarez said.
After earning her associate degree, Alvarez plans to earn her certified nursing assistant (CNA) license and then apply for the Citrus College Registered Nursing program. Ultimately, she hopes to work in a hospital in the labor and delivery unit.
As the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees representative for Monrovia/Bradbury and portions of Duarte, I am grateful for the incredible work being done to ensure our first-generation students thrive.
For more information about the Promise program and how to enroll at Citrus College, visit www.citruscollege.edu/promise.
Laid back Peggy - low key dog with a lotta love
Peggy is a gentle sweetheart who has mastered the art of taking life at her own pace. While she may carry a few extra pounds, Peggy prefers to think of herself as plush—and who doesn’t want a little extra fluff in their cuddle buddy?
What makes four-year-old Peggy truly special is her laid-back, loving personality. She’s the kind of dog who doesn’t need constant action or stimulation—she’s content splashing around in her kiddie pool, soaking up the breeze under a shady tree, or curling up next to you for a quiet afternoon nap.
Peggy is great on a leash and enjoys walks, especially if they end in a shady spot where she can plop down and take in the view. She’s working on her fitness goals with some light activity and a balanced diet—and she would love to have a human cheerleader by her side.
If you’re looking for a mellow companion or a low-key dog with a lot of love to give, Peggy could be your perfect match.
From now until 5/25, all dogs over 40 pounds like Peggy have their adoption fee waived!
The normal adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 10:00 – 5:00. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: A 1905 panorama of Monrovia
A panorama of Monrovia from around 1905, from a Monrovia Board of Trade brochure showing the foothills and orange groves. From the Rehrman collection. See full details here.
For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.
- Brad Haugaard
New summer program begun for children
Starting this July Calvary Chapel Monrovia’s Solid Ground Academy will begin offering a summer program for second through sixth graders that runs from July 7 through August 21, Monday-Thursday, from 8:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m., with a break the week of July 21 for the church’s free Vacation Bible School.
Program includes…
- Worship sessions and Bible teachings, with a focus on spiritual growth.
- Theatre and music, fostering individual talent and teamwork in music and acting. Children will showcase their skills in a performance at the end of the summer program.
- Educational experiments and creative art projects with a focus on exploration and discovery.
- Learning healthy eating habits and simple meal preparation.
- Outdoor activities, including water games and team building.
Cost for the six-week program is $600 with a 10% discount for siblings. There is a $100 non-refundable deposit to reserve a spot. Registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
LEGO free play at Library May 22
LEGO Free Play in the Library Story Room on Thursday, May 22, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. For children 2-12. Parents and kids can drop in to build with library-supplied blocks, exercising creativity in an informal setting.
Brad Haugaard
Library Storytime for children to age 5 at Library, May 14
Storytime for children 2 to 5 in the Library Story Room on Wednesday, May 14, from 10 to 11 a.m. Children will enjoy interactive stories and songs, then complete a sensory craft that boosts vocabulary and motor skills.
Brad Haugaard
School board to finalize layoffs of staff
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Old Town Pizza loses its lease; plans to move
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