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Education Briefs
LG students make the grade
Los Gatos resident Lynsie Rae Tanguay graduated from Azusa Pacific University on May 4 with a bachelor's of science degree in physics and mathematics.
Two Los Gatans were also named to their respective dean's lists--Neil Vaishnav at Columbia University in New York City and Ryan Basham at Creighton University in Omaha, Neb.
Blossom Hill Jog-a-Thon
Blossom Hill Elementary School students will run for the gold on May 17 when the home and school club holds its Jog-a-Thon fundraiser. Those who organized the event designed it to have a real "race" feel, with a DJ, T-shirts, gold medals and running numbers. The goal is for each child to raise at least $100. The home and school club will give each child a raffle ticket for every $100 raised. On June 3, there will be a drawing for more than 50 prizes, including an iMac and a Dell computer.
The Jog-a-Thon will take place 10-11:15 a.m. on the grass behind the school. Proceeds will go to the home and school club.
LGHS students recycle 'eWaste'
After a successful drive to recycle computers, the Young Democrats club at Los Gatos High School has scheduled a follow-up effort. Members of the Los Gatos community may bring unused computer equipment, working or not, to the high school on June 1 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The students are recycling computers, monitors, TV sets and microwaves in response to "eWaste," or electronic waste, which is a toxic hazard.
Although it costs money to recycle computers, the students were able to obtain funding from the Steve and Anita Westly Foundation.
To obtain more information and schedule a drop-off time, e-mail Dolly Sandoval at dsandoval@lghs.net.
Student visits nation's capitol
Will Calhoun of Los Gatos High School attended the Presidential Classroom Scholars Program in Washington, D.C., where he got a behind-the-scenes look at federal government at work.
During the weeklong program, hundreds of students from around the nation and abroad observed Congress in action, took part in a mock presidential election with student candidates and learned about the CIA.
To participate in the program, students must be high school juniors or seniors with at least a B average or rank in the top 25 percent of their class. They must also be involved in school or community activities.
Calhoun, who says he loves politics, plans a career in government service.
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