Link: http://www.LEGOLAND.com

LEGOLAND® California hosted the premiere of “LEGO®: The Adventures of Clutch Powers,” the first full-length LEGO DVD movie being released on Feb. 23. And as a special treat for guests, the Park held a surprise sneak preview of “Clutch Powers A 4-D Adventure,” a 10-minute 4-D movie opening at LEGOLAND Parks and Discovery Centers world-wide March 20. The red carpet premiere featured Ryan McPartlin (the voice of Clutch Powers) and Yvonne Strahovski (the voice of Peg Mooring), both from the NBC series “Chuck” along with other voice talent from the films.

“We at LEGOLAND California are honored to have the opportunity to host the premiere of this fantastic film,” said Peter Ronchetti, General Manager of LEGOLAND California Resort. “It was especially exciting to watch the movies surrounded by the creative team that made it all happen.”

Guests at the event included director Howard Baker, writer Tom Rogers, producers Joshua Wexler and Kristy Scanlon and executive producer Larry Kasanoff as well as actors Roger Rose (the voice of Brick Masterson) and Richard Doyle (Hogar the Troll).

Clutch Powers is a brand new character from LEGO and is the best builder and explorer in the LEGO universe. In “LEGO: The Adventures of Clutch Powers,” viewers join Clutch on his most dangerous mission yet as he and his team travel from LEGO City to the Space Police prison planet to the medieval world of Ashlar where they must help the rightful heir to the King's throne find the courage to regain the kingdom from the evil wizard Mallock the Malign.

In “A Clutch Powers 4-D Adventure,” Clutch and his team head out on another mission where they are forced to battle with an evil Rock Monster. The movie features amazing 3-D effects combined with wind, water and snow for an action packed and fun 4-D adventure.

LEGOLAND California also honored the Dave Thomas Foundation For Adoption today with a $10,000 donation to Wendy’s Wonderful Kids, a program responsible for dramatically increasing adoptions for the more than 150,000 children waiting in North America’s foster care systems. Louis Elguera, the Vice President of Operations for Wendy’s accepted the donation.

In the U.S. “A Clutch Powers 4-D Adventure” will be playing only at LEGOLAND California and at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago. The movie is included in the cost of admission. For more information, visit www.LEGOLAND.com.

Ryan McPartlin (the voice of Clutch Powers) and Yvonne Strahovski (the voice of Peg Mooring), both from the NBC series “Chuck”.

Link: http://www.lightthenight.org/ocie

Greg Trayer

Trayer’s Troop, a walk team led by blood cancer survivor Greg Trayer of Aliso Viejo, raised $10,470 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Orange County/Inland Empire’s 2009 Light the Night walk at Angel Stadium held August 22.

The amount raised was the 4th highest of the family and friends teams in Orange County. The team and other Light the Night fundraisers were honored at a special awards dinner at Anaheim Hills Golf Course on February 4.

Combined with the Inland Empire Walk held October 17, the 2009 walk has raised $926,000 to date. Planning is underway for the 2010 Light the Night walk to be held September 19 at Angel Stadium; visit www.lightthenight.org/ocie or call Grace Hinojoza at (714) 481-5608 for information.

Link: http://www.bigbrooc.org

Big Sister Carrie Damschroder of Aliso Viejo with Little Sister Darlene, age 12, and Rockne Brubaker

U.S. Champion pairs skater Rockne Brubaker led two dozen matches from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County on an Olympic-themed “5-Ring Challenge” at 24-Hour Fitness in Costa Mesa on Saturday, February 13. Brubaker himself serves as a Big Brother. Big Brothers Big Sisters matches adult mentors with children in need. Additional donors, as well as volunteers, are always needed. Please call (714) 544-7773 or visit www.bigbrooc.org for information.

Link: http://www.tribecahairsalon.com

Tim Telles

Tribeca a Destination Salon in Aliso Viejo just celebrated its third year of operation. Tim and Treeny Telles are the proud owners of Tribeca.

What is Tribeca's secret to success? "Making our clients our number one priority," says Tim. "Starting from the first step into our salon our guests are treated like royalty."

Tim comes from a family of hairdressers. His father was a barber for 47 years. Tim's four brothers all cut hair along with Treeny his wife and one of their daughters Lacy cuts hair in San Francisco.

Customer service is what sets Tribeca apart from other Salons. Three salons closed last year that were two minutes from Tribeca. Tim and Treeny are behind the chairs owner operators.

"I believe that you must be in the Salon to be a success," says Tim.

Tribeca has been nominated 3 years in a row as one of "Orange County's Best Salon."

Tribeca is a big fan of the Village of Hope Homeless Shelter in Tustin. www.rescuemission.org. The Shelter has a 4-chair salon to service the 200 men, women and children. "I love going to The Village of Hope. You make people feel good about themselves" says Tim. "You feel good about yourself." Time to give back -- Tribeca is also looking for hairstylists to volunteer one day a month at The Salon. Contact tim@tribecahairsalon.com for more info.

Link: http://www.ocean-institute.org

The Ocean Institute is pleased participate in the City of Dana Point’s annual Festival of Whales celebration (see www.festivalofwhales.org) the weekends of March 6 & 7 and 13 & 14, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day. The event celebrates the annual migration of the gray whale off our coast.

The Institute will offer learning labs which focus on new discoveries in marine mammal research and allow visitors to explore a variety of fascinating phenomena unique to the whale. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to underwater whale sounds, enjoy hands-on activities, listen to guest speakers and create fun children’s crafts. Guests can watch the popular Thar She Blows! living history demonstration aboard the tall ship Pilgrim each day. Speakers will be making special whale-themed presentations each day at 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $6.50 adults, $4.50 children (ages 4-12), Ocean Institute members free. For an additional charge, visitors can take a Whale’s Tale Sailing Adventure on the Institute’s tall ship Spirit of Dana Point or enjoy a Marine Mammal Cruise onboard the Institute’s R/V Sea Explorer. For schedules and costs of the cruises, please visit www.ocean-institute.org or call (949) 496-2274.

New activities for 2010 which are free to the public include:
Wyland Art Exhibition—The work of renowned marine life artist Wyland of Laguna Beach will be featured both weekends, dedicated to whales and dolphins of the Pacific. Works include original Wyland paintings, underwater photography, and a large bronze sculpture. If you’ve never experienced Wyland’s keen eye for wildlife, this is the perfect opportunity to get up and close and personal with the world’s largest mammals. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Ocean Institute.

Wyland Clean Water Mobile Learning Center—The Center, offered in partnership with the Ocean Institute, offers an exploration of watersheds, wildlife, and environmental conservation. It features a 40-person, on-board theater with special effects, a running river, computer model simulations of lake regions, video microscopes and an urban watershed model (that actually rains!)

Founded in 1977, the Ocean Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to ocean preservation through education, setting the standard for educational excellence and serving as a leading resource for universities, museums, teachers and all others seeking to increase their knowledge of the ocean. The Ocean Institute is open to the general public on weekends, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Unique maritime and ocean-themed items are available in the Chambers Gallery everyday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org. Phone number: (949) 496-2274.

Pictured from left: Mr. Bruce Brenizer, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, MEUH; Ms. Yuri Nakagawa, Vice President & Controller, MEUH; Ms. Allison Arnold, Market & Policy Analyst, MEUH; Mr. Douglas A. Bailey, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Cypress; Dr. Prakash Narain, M.D., Mayor, City of Cypress; Mr. Akira Tasaki, President & CEO, MEUH; Mr. Haruo Shinjo, Director of Strategic Planning, MEUH; Ms. Cayce Blanchard, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications, MEUH; Mr. Perry Pappous, General Counsel, MEUH

On Wednesday, February 24, 2010, Cypress Mayor Prakash Narain, M.D., and City officials visited with executives of Mitsubishi Electric & Electronics USA, Inc. located at 5665 Plaza Drive as part of the City’s efforts to reach out to its business community through the Business Retention, Attraction, Creation & Expansion (BRACE) program.

Mitsubishi Electric & Electronics USA, Inc. (MEUH) is a recognized leader in the research, marketing, sales, engineering and manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment used in consumer electronics, industrial technology, energy, transportation and construction. MEUH’s Cypress location specifically houses corporate level support functions, markets to consumer, commercial, and industrial electronic products including semiconductors, photovoltaic/solar modules, heating and air conditioning systems, and elevators and escalators.

MEUH is committed to social responsibility and has made an effort to improved production methods, increased product efficiency, less energy usage, smarter packaging and large-scale recycling. With approximately 3,500 employees in 30 locations throughout North America, the Cypress headquarters has approximately 120 employees and originally moved to Cypress in 1973.
For additional information regarding the BRACE program and other City services for the business community, or for information on how to relocate your business to the City of Cypress, please contact Redevelopment/Economic Development Manager, Bill Manis at (714) 229-6671.

Link: http://events.ocregister.com/rancho-santa-margarita-ca/events/show/104042085-my-style-fashion-show-for-teens

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, in Rancho Santa Margarita, is preparing to present, MY STYLE, Modest Fashions for 2010! This Fashion Show will be held Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 1:00 pm and will feature current, hip clothing and accessories from Retailers all over South Orange County. Retailers include, but are not limited to, Macys, Old Navy, Wet Seal, Valencia GIrls, The Closet, Windsor, and Angl.

Liz Forrest, the President of the Santa Margarita Stake Young Women organization said, "The goal of the Fashion Show is to teach that the way you dress is a reflection of what you are on the inside. The way you dress sends messages about you to others and often influences the way you and others act, which is why the church teaches modesty in dress." Jenny Evans from Coto de Caza is the stylist and coordinator for the Fashion Show. Jenny has personally selected a new outfit, complete with accessories, for each girl who will be walking the runway. Make-up for the show will be provided by Stila Cosmetics with hair will being done by Daniel Michael Salon.

Jordan Baker, of Mission Viejo, is one of 50 young women who will walk the 40-foot runway. Jordan said, "I am so excited to participate in a Fashion Show that promotes modest clothing. Sometimes dressing modest and cute can be hard, but it's not impossible. That's what we are trying to prove."

The MY STYLE, Modest Fashions for 2010 Fashion Show will be held at the Santa Margarita Stake Center at 30522 Via Con Dios in Rancho Santa Margarita and is open to all mothers and daughters, ages 12-18. It is definitely an event not to be missed!

Jenny Evans from Coto de Caza is the stylist and coordinator for the Fashion Show. Jenny has personally selected a new outfit, complete with accessories, for each girl who will be walking the runway.

Link: http://www.ocean-institute.org

Good will representatives Doug Wooley and Katherine Ramson watch San Juan Elementary students dissect a fish.

City of San Juan Capistrano Mayor Lon Uso welcomes San Juan Elementary students to the Ocean Institute.

The Ocean Institute welcomed 100 4th grade students from San Juan Elementary School, San Juan Capistrano, for an Environmental Watershed Lab & Cruise on March 1.

Funding for the trip was provided through the Institute’s Adopt-a-Class program; sponsors included the City of San Juan Capistrano, Digital Map Products, Ortega Rangers 4H Horse Project, Friess Company Builders, Goodwill Industries of Orange County, CR & R, Mercury Disposal Systems and the Rotary Club of San Juan Capistrano.

Special guests for the event included San Juan Capistrano Mayor Lon Uso and City of San Juan Capistrano representative Ziad Mazboudi and representatives from Goodwill Katherine Ransom and Doug Wooley.

The sponsors contributed $4,000 for the trip; additional sponsors are always welcome.

For information about becoming a sponsor or other questions about Adopt-a-Class, please contact Lara Hughes at (949) 496-2274, ext. 413 or lhughes@ocean-institute.org.

Dear 8th Grade Parents – Below is the schedule for the 8th Grade Expo to take place on Saturday, March 6th, at Capo Valley High School. This will assist you in finding the right topics for your students.

OPENING SESSION
For Students and Parents
Join us in the large gym, at 8:30am for “High School 101”
A short presentation covering the basics of high school graduation
and college entrance, requirements, course selection, and CVHS
special academic programs.
Rocky Murray, AP of Curriculum & Guidance

Following at 9:00 in the large gym will be an informational
meeting on ATMS / AP / IB programs.
John Kearsley, Lead Teacher, ATMS Program
Bill Redding, IB Coordinator

30 MINUTE WORKSHOPS
Please join us for the following informative workshops. In order that
you may attend each workshop, the following times are offered:
Guidance Questions 9:00 to 11:30 drop by anytime

The Academic Advisors & Counselor will be available outside
the Guidance Office to answer questions.
Questions and Answers for Private School Students and
Students New to the District 9:15 Faculty Lounge

Cassandra Ondryas, Academic Advisor
ATMS Program 9:45 or 10:15 Room M22
John Kearsley, Lead Teacher
AP World History for Freshmen 9:45 or 10:15 Room H7
Megan Carson, Teacher
CCP-College & Career Planning 9:15 or 10:45 Room J3
Christina Lee, Teacher
* * * * *
TOURS OF THE SCHOOL – Please meet at the Cougar Head.
Tours will start at 9:00am.
* * * * *
BE SURE TO VISIT:
Athletic Tables Area by the gym
Club Tables CVHS Mall and Career Center
Curriculum Tables CVHS Mall and Career Center

Submitted By;
Nancy Arakawa
Office Manager
Carl Hankey School
(949)234-5315

South Coast Families, What a great wrap up to the Winter Season with the Divisional Tournament this past Saturday at Saddleback Valley Christian Schools.

We want to take this time to not only congratulate all players on an excellent but to also invite and encourage all players to stick with working on their game by coming out to Spring Evals and Try-Outs tomorrow night at St. Margaret's Episcopal School.

See all the information below: Evals and Try-Outs K-3 Graders 6:30-7:00 Parent Meeting at 7:00 All-Net levels (all divisional and all-net players are invited) 4th-6th 7:00-8:00 Parent Meeting at 8:00 7th-8th Grades 8:00-9:00 Parent Meeting at 8:00 We hope to see everyone there! Brad Butterworth South Coast All-Net Coordinator

Capistrano Unified School District and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department invite you to attend:

Is Your Teen at Risk?
What Every Parent Needs to Know

• Thurs, March 4th: Violence Prevention/Bullying & Teen Relationships: Presented by OC Sheriff’s SMART team and an adolescent behavior specialist.

Where:
Mission Lutheran Church
24360 Yosemite Rd, Laguna Niguel, 92677
• Presentations are from 6:30 – 8pm

Reserve your seat: hpremac@cox.net
Free to the community!

Dear Capistrano Parents and Students,

In Fall 2009, the average score improvement of the hundreds of CUSD students who participated in a Revolution Prep group class or private tutoring was
258 points!!!


Are you doing everything you can to make sure that you get a great score on the SAT or ACT?

How you prepare makes all the difference!

Our district has teamed up with Revolution Prep to provide you with a high quality curriculum at an affordable price…and make that highly accessible to you by offering group classes on EVERY high school campus! Class schedules preparing for the MAY SAT and are listed below. Additional details and future schedules can be found at www.revolutionprep.com

REVOLUTION PREP WILL BE HOLDING COMPREHENSIVE SAT COURSES THIS SPRING AT EACH CAPO HIGH SCHOOL!

SAT Courses prepping for May 1st test date begins March 13th

San Juan Hills High School
Classes: Tuesdays, 3:30pm – 6:30pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

Dana Hills High School
Classes: Thursdays, 3:30pm – 6:30pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

Don Juan Avila Middle School
Classes: Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

Capistrano Valley High School
Classes: Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 6:30pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

San Clemente High School
Classes: Thursdays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

Tesoro High School
Classes: Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Exams: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm at San Clemente HS- Upper Campus

Revolution Prep’s group course includes:

• 200-point score improvement guarantee
• 6 three-hour classroom lectures and 5 full-length practice exams
• Engaging, knowledgeable instructors
• Personalized homework and feedback on essays

Financial aid is available for any student in need. Contact Revolution Prep for details.

To enroll, please call 877-REV-PREP or go online to www.revolutionprep.com.

In addition to group courses, Revolution also offers private tutoring as an option for students with extremely busy schedules and/or students who prefer 1-on-1 preparation.

If you have any questions about the testing timeline, Revolution Prep programs, or the SAT in general, please feel free to call Revolution Prep at 1-877-REV-PREP (738-7737).


Sincerely,

The Capistrano Unified School District

Niguel Hills Middle School - Shark Bytes
March 1st 2010

LAST YEARBOOK PRESALE THIS WEEK

The last presale of yearbooks for this year will be this Thursday, 3/4/10, at lunch. The cost is $55.00, and checks should be made out to NHMS.

TESTING ON TUESDAY, MARCH 2ND

This is just a reminder that this coming Tuesday, Niguel Hills will have a modified schedule, within the school day, to allow for a 75 minute block of testing. Each grade level will be assessed in a different manner, all are important. School start time and end time will remain: 8:45 - 3:25.

8th GRADE READING PLACEMENT TEST

All 8th grade students in Capistrano Unified School District will be given an assessment to determine placement in the 9th grade reading interventions programs. It is imperative that all 8th grade students take the test to provide correlation data for highs school placement.

7th GRADE STAR WRITING EXAM

This is the same day that the 7th grade students, statewide, will be taking the STAR writing assessment. This writing exam score will be combined with the English Language Arts portion of the STAR exam they will take in May.

6th GRADE PRACTICE WRITING EXAM

In preparation for the 7th grade STAR Writing Exam, our 6th grade students will take a practice exam that mirrors the format of the 7th grade exam. This is excellent practice for your child's skills in on-demand writing.
Please review with your child the importance of these standardized tests in terms of their impact for high school placement. We will be doing the same at school.

MICROSOFT FAMILY MATCH WINNERS!

Thank you to all who participated and contributed to our successful Microsoft Family Match. With donations and matching funds from a family and the Microsoft Corporation, we raised over $22,000 which is funding our state-of-the-art security system to protect our students and campus.

Congratulations to the following families who won prizes in our Microsoft Family Match program for the second semester:

Reserved Parking Space - SWANSON FAMILY (Andrew Swanson)
Reserved Lunch Table 6th grade - Elizabeth Sorenson
Reserved Lunch Table 7th/8th grade - Sharon Rodas
Powell's Sweet Shoppe Free Candy for a Semester- 6th Grade Camille Kerr; 7th Grade Callie Hardaway ; 8th Grade Lauren Mouacdie
Laguna Niguel Car Wash Free wash for a Semester - REDDEN FAMILY (Jack Redden)
Front of the Line Lunch Pass - 6th Angela Dawson; 7th Alex Diaz ; 8th Katie Schwarm

Prizes will be distributed this week

CUSD AND THE OC SHERIFF’S DEPT INVITE YOU TO ATTEND:

Is Your Teen at Risk? - What Every Parent Needs to Know
Thurs, March 4th: Violence Prevention/Bullying & Teen Relationships: Presented by OC Sheriff’s SMART team and an adolescent behavior specialist.

Where:
Mission Lutheran Church
24360 Yosemite Rd, Laguna Niguel, 92677
Presentations are from 6:30 – 8pm
Reserve your seat: hpremac@cox.net
Free to the community!

UPCOMING DATES

Monday, March 1, 2010 Drama Performance
Tuesday, March 2 Drama Performance
Thursday, March 4 Honor Choir Concert – Coast Hills Church, 7:00 p.m.
Monday, March 8 Honor Band Concert – Saddleback Church, 7:00 p.m.
Monday, March 15 Honor Orchestra Concert – Saddleback Church, 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 26 CUSD GATE Parent Meeting @ CUSD Board Room

TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOP

Recommended for parents of 1st time high school students…
Are you starting to panic that high school is around the corner? Relax…we have the workshop for you. Our Academic Advisors will be providing information on how to assist your child to reach his or her goal regarding high school graduation and post secondary choices. Information includes: high school graduation requirements, “A-G” requirements, how to develop a high school four-year plan; HMO/SOCSA/IB programs; understanding terms such as college-prep, honors, accelerated, and Advanced Placement (AP) classes; HMO/SOCSA/IB programs; important websites, the list goes on. The workshop will be held at Niguel Hills Middle School on Monday, March 8th, at 6:00 p.m., in the Blue Commons. Your 8th grade student is invited, too! This event is sponsored by the PTSA.

YMCA NEWS

The YMCA teens completed two full bags of cards for patients in the hospital and for the volunteers in Haiti. GREAT JOB Y TEENS!!!!
It is campaign time. Our three middle school YMCAs are teaming up to raise money for scholarships. The money goes straight to the cause and helps keeps our community together! We have two:
Powell’s Sweet Shoppe!! On 27th and 28th 20% of your purchase will be donated! (corner of Alicia and pacific park)

FLYERS IN THE OFFICE!!!! Please bring flyers with you!

Elizabeth Matt
Assistant Director
Don Juan Avila Middle School YMCA
949-360-9517
26278 Wood Canyon
Aliso Viejo CA
P7 (Elementary side)
Niguel Hills YMCA 949-244-1279

PTSA BOARD MEMBER NOMINATIONS FOR 2010 - 2012

Unit: Niguel Hills Middle Hills School
Date: February 10, 2010

Nominations:

Kara Ahman President
Judy Cohen Executive Vice President
Julie Reinhard Recording Secretary
Eileen Bradly Treasure
Sonya M.K. Bolt Auditor
Katherine Amoukhteh Historian




The report of the Nominating committee is submitted to the membership at least 30 days prior to the election and reported at the election meeting.
Please contact Nancy F. Fatourechi, Nominating Committee Chair for any questions

ADULT EDUCATION - PREPARING FOR COLLEGE PRESENTATION

What do I need to know to select the right college for me? Where should I apply? What do I need to know to be accepted?
Patrick Levens, Retired Executive Director of Secondary Education, CUSD,
will be sharing his knowledge and wisdom about the college selection process.
Parents and students are invited.

“College Planning with Pat Levens”
- A three-part series for $39
Tuesdays, March 2, 9, and 16, 6 to 9 pm
San Juan Hills High School Theater
Register Now! Capistrano Adult and Community Education

REGISTER ONLINE OR AT THE ADULT ED OFFICE

Capistrano Adult and Community Education, 31431 El Camino Real, SJC
(949)493-0658
http://community-ed-capousd-ca.schoolloop.com/
Don’t miss it!

SPRING FAMILY PORTRAITS

Jack Randall Photography Studio and the NHMS Video Production Program are offering on-location family portrait sessions during the months of February and March. Families can sign-up for a photo session at one of the following locations: Tablerock Beach, Casper's Park, SJC Mission, or Serrano Park. The entire session fee of only $50 goes to the NHMS Video Production Program.

Families will receive two FREE 8x10 satin prints or one FREE 11x14 satin print. In addition, the student who signs-up the most families will win a 32 GB iPod touch. Please email questions to Mike Schreiman at meschreiman@capousd.org or go to http://niguelhills.schoolloop.com/ to download the flyer for more details. Flyers are also available in the front office.

PAPER DONATIONS WELCOME!

This year with budget cuts and money being tight, our supply budget will most likely run out before the end of the year. Because of this, NHMS will most likely be short on copy paper. Any donations of copy paper (even just a ream) would be welcome and much appreciated! You can donate to your child’s teacher or to the office…it will all be put to good use. Thank you in advance for any assistance you can give us in this area.

MARQUEE BIRTHDAY WISH

Parents:
You now have the opportunity to place your child’s birthday message on the marquee for one day while helping our Associated Student Body raise funds for student needs and activities throughout the school year. The cost is only $20.00 to make your child’s birthday extra special. Space is limited – the message will read: “Happy Birthday (first name, last name)”, or simply the first name if preferred. You may download a Marquee Birthday Wish form to fill out from our school loop page, or pick one up in the front office. Please return the bottom portion of the form to the office with a $20.00 check (per child) payable to NHMS ASB.

Tim Reece
Principal

Council Agenda
March 2, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS 27841 LA PAZ ROAD

Regular meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 27841 La Paz Road and are televised live on Community
Cable Channels 30.

The March 2, 2010 regular meeting will be rebroadcast at noon on
Saturday, March 13, 2010.

Any person wishing to address the City Council on any matter, whether or not it appears on
this agenda, is required to complete a gold-colored, "Request to Speak" form available on the
tables near the door. Please submit the completed form to the City Clerk prior to being heard
by the City Council.

Each individual will be allowed three (3) minutes. No action will be taken
on any items not on the agenda, unless the City Council makes a determination that an
emergency exists or that there is a need for immediate action and the need to take action
came to the attention of the City subsequent to the agenda being posted.

Any documents that are provided to the City Council regarding items on this agenda less than
72 hours prior to this meeting will be available for public inspection at the public review table
that is located in the reception area at the main entrance to City Hall at 27801 La Paz Road,
Laguna Niguel. California 92677, until 5:00 p.m. on the date of the Council meeting.

After
5:00 p.m., the documents will be available at the counter that is located outside of the City
Council Chambers at 27841 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, California 92677.

Thank you for attending your City Council meeting.

City Hall
27801 La Paz Road
949/362-4300 Fax 949/362-4340
www.ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us

2010 Healthy Active Lifestyle Network Newsletter
Web: http://www.thebodymakeovercoach.com

Health Quote
"Quit worrying about your health. It’ll go away."
"To insure good health: eat lightly, breathe deeply, live moderately, cultivate cheerfulness, and maintain an interest in life."

Creature of Habit
What do you do every night before getting into bed? You brush your teeth. It doesn't take much thought since it is such an ingrained habit. Imagine if exercise was as much of an ingrained habit as brushing your teeth. You would quickly achieve your weight loss goal and improve your health.

Here's how to make exercise a habit: 1) Exercise at the same time each day; 2) Put it on your schedule as a must - not a maybe; 3) Log your workouts in a journal; and 4) The ultimate way to create the habit of exercise is to join one of my programs - talk about guaranteeing your success!

Getting Past Mental Roadblocks

As the second month of 2010 comes to a close, where do you stand with your resolutions?

Have you made progress or did your motivation sizzle out?

Most people wait around for motivation to strike them like a lightning bolt. Well, I've got news: motivation isn't something that happens to you - it's something that you create for yourself.

If you don't feel motivated to achieve your goals, it is likely due to mental roadblocks that hold you hostage. Read the following 21 Mindset Tips and prepare your mind for success.

1. Success comes first in the mind, so visualize yourself accomplishing your goals.
2. Remember, you are the only person who can hold you back.
3. Forgive yourself and love yourself despite past failures.
4. Decide what is important in your life, and focus on that.
5. Conquer each negative thought the moment it enters your mind, when it is weakest.
6. Give up the idea that things won't go right unless you worry about them.
7. If you bring the body of your dreams to the point of resolve, then you'll soon be living in it.
8. Look towards your future, if you believe the best is yet to come then it will be.
9. You become what you think about most.
10. The margin between success and failure is very small and easily bridged by determination.
11. Start your day by accomplishing your hardest task first.
12. Set small attainable goals, rather than one monumental goal.
13. Convince yourself that exercise is fun, and it will be.
14. Know your big reason why.
15. Create a motivating play list of songs to use as the sound track to your workout sessions.
16. Every decision you make leads you either closer toward achieving your goal, or farther from it.
17. If you think you're a fat person, then you'll stay fat. If you think you're fit, then you soon will be.
18. Once you've set your goal, your attitude either pushes you toward accomplishment or failure.
19. If you don't know exactly where you want to go, you will likely end up someplace else.
20. You can have the body of your dreams, but first you must give up the belief that you can't.
21. You can only have two things in life: excuses or results.
If you're sick and tired of making excuses, then contact me today to get started on a results-driven fitness program.

Quick Chicken and Veggie Bowl

This recipe serves up a refreshing new twist on chicken. Delicious veggies and chunks of tender chicken are coated in a savory sauce, and served over wild rice. It works great as a weekday meal, since it only takes about 20 minutes to make.
Servings: 6

Here's what you need...

• 2 cups wild rice, cooked
• 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 sweet potato, halved and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup mushroom, sliced
• 1 Tablespoon ginger root, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons mirin (rice cooking wine)
• 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 Tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon corn starch
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 cups green beans, chopped
• 4 cups chicken breast, cooked and cubed

1. In a large saucepan place the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the sweet potato, onion, mushroom, ginger and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes.
2. In a small bowl combine the mirin, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, cornstarch and red pepper. Set aside.
3. Add the green beans and chicken into the pan and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Pour the soy sauce mixture in and mix until fully incorporated. Cook for another 3 minutes.
4. Serve over wild rice.
Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 299 calories, 8g fat, 23g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, and 33g protein.

Pamela Rumi, Ph.D.
Chief Exerciser Officer
The Body Makeover Coach
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-554-5003

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Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 2, CVES 5th grade students will be given an assessment to determine placement in reading classes in middle school. All fifth grade students in CUSD will be taking this test through out the week. This assessment will help identify students who may need additional support to be successful. Previously, students were placed in reading classes based upon CORE test results. However, CUSD no longer administers the CORE test. The students will be administered a math placement test in the future. The tests are designed to take approximately one hour.
Please help your child by making sure your he/she arrives at school on time, is well-rested and has a nourishing breakfast.
Thank you.
CVES Fifth Grade Teachers.


Anthony Bogle
Principal
Crown Valley Elementary School