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SAN CLEMENTE GIRLS SOCCER RANKED #1

The awards keep rolling in for San Clemente girls’ soccer team.

Ranked as the top high school girls’ soccer team by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, they have definitely been the team to watch. With season stats of 29 wins and only 1 loss, the Triton soccer team is the first in state history to win the CIF-SS Division I and CIF Southern California Division I Regional titles.

Coach Stacey Finnerty attributes the team’s success to hard work, sacrifice, and teamwork. She believes in an old-fashioned work ethic and perseverance, and strives to make her players great, both on and off the field. Named the OC Register “Co-Coach of the Year,” her own passion for the sport has most certainly been passed on to her players.

The Triton team is composed of: Kristine Atkinson, Camille Berg, Barret Bestard, Chelsea Card, Mikaela Carrillo, Shelby Chambers-Garcia, Jennifer Chrislip, Tiffany Corder, Janae Cousineau, Francesca Coxe, Lauren Fryer, Lindsey Grant, Sheridan Hapsic, Danielle Hines, Zoe Jeffers, Madison Kaminski, McKenzie Kipe, Chelsea Loh, Alexis Mahoney, Renee Mcdermont, Kaylin Mellem, Dani Weatherholt, Kelsey Wilson, Samantha Yackley, and Greer Zerboni. For more information about the SCHS Girls’ Soccer Team please visit http://www.schssoccer.com/

Submitted By;
Julie Hatchel
Chief Communications Officer
(949) 234-9427
jhatchel@capousd.org

Mission Hospital Honored For Hiring People With Special Needs

CUSD PROJECT SEARCH PROGRAM HONORED
Award Recognizes Hospital’s Commitment to Diversity
Through Project SEARCH Program

The California Department of Rehabilitation has named Mission Hospital a recipient of its 2009 Employer of the Year award. This prestigious award honors outstanding employers in south Orange and San Diego counties who have demonstrated a commitment to hiring people with special needs.

Mission Hospital’s partnership with Capistrano Unified School District (CSUD) for Project SEARCH, a vocational training program for individuals with special needs, led to their recognition as one of six exemplary employers in the region. Through a two-semester internship period, students learn skills for employment by working at various jobs within the hospital, from clerical tasks to nutrition services. Along the way, they attain marketable skills for any industry through problem solving and communication. Staff members at the hospital volunteer to support and assist the students as they learn to transition from school to the workplace.

“Employers are our most important resource in the ongoing struggle to achieve equality and employment for people with disabilities,” said Chaz Compton, district administrator for the California Department of Rehabilitation’s San Diego District. “Organizations like Mission Hospital are wonderful examples of how creativity, collaboration and a commitment to excellence can benefit both employer and employee.”

Now in its second year, Project SEARCH currently has five students completing internships at Mission Hospital. Inspiring this year’s class are two 2008 program graduates who now work at the hospital.

“Mission Hospital has shown that through caring and a desire to help others, students with special needs can be successfully prepared for employment and employed with a high level of expertise through various settings,” said Gerry Strickland, Director of Transition of the CUSD Adult Transition Program.

“Though we are deeply honored by the Employer of the Year Award, the students enrolled in Project SEARCH are really the ones who should be celebrated,” said Peter F. Bastone, Mission Hospital President and Chief Executive Officer. “Their unwavering work ethic and positive spirits are an inspiration to the entire hospital, and we have no doubt that they will continue to prosper and flourish in our community for years to come.”

Submitted By;
Phiphi Tran

Valencia Students Donate Hair May 1st – 18 Heads of Beautiful Hair!!!!

Hello Valencia Friends.

This Friday, May 1st, at our flag-raising ceremony, 18 of our students will be cutting and donating their hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths. Pantene Beautiful Lengths leads a campaign to make and donate wigs for women with cancer. This is a wonderful deed and we are very proud of these students. In addition to these 18 students, this project has inspired additional students to grow their hair to donate at a later date. In addition, Star is Born will be there to help cut these students hair, as well as some of their teachers will help cut.

Submitted By;
Laura Gramling

SEA LIFE™ Hosts Electronic Waste Recycling Event – May 16th ( Free Ticket, read on…)

SEA LIFE™ Hosts Electronic Waste Recycling Event

Calendar Listing

SEA LIFE™ Aquarium partners with Recycle San Diego and I Love A Clean San Diego for a free electronic waste collection event on May 16, 2009 from 8 a.m. to noon. SEA LIFE Aquarium, which is located next door to LEGOLAND California, is opening a special gate on the south east side of the Resort for this event (visit sealifeus.com for special driving directions). Items accepted include computers, monitors, televisions, cell phones, CD players and other electronics. For a complete list of accepted items, visit www.recyclesandiego.org. Every car bringing e-waste to recycle receives one free ticket to SEA LIFE Aquarium.

OCTA Announces 2009 YouTube Video Contest / Youth Summer Bus Pass Holders

CITY OF CYPRESS
PRESS RELEASE

April 30, 2009

OCTA Announces 2009 YouTube Video Contest for Youths

OCTA announced its 2009 YouTube Video Contest for youths between the ages of 7 to 18. To enter the contest, participants must have a valid 2009 OCTA Youth Summer Bus Pass, receive a parent or guardian’s permission to enter, and complete and submit an entry form. It is okay for a parent or guardian to help make the video.

The object of the contest is for participants to make a video about what they did with their OCTA Youth Summer Bus Pass. The video can be about where they were able to go, do, or how the pass made their summer better. Videos can be in testimonial format and can be shot in a specific location. Be sure to obtain permission to film if filming at a specific location.

Participants can begin posting videos on June 2, 2009 at 12:00 a.m. The deadline to post a video is August 31, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. Only one entry per youth may be submitted. The grand prize includes four round trip tickets to Catalina, four tickets to the Aquarium of the Pacific, six hours of unlimited attractions at Boomers! for the winner and up to seven friends, and four tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm.

For contest rules and information, visit the OCTA’s website at www.octa.net/contest.

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Submitted By;
Andrew J. Tse
Administrative Services Manager
City of Cypress
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630
(714) 229-6686
(714) 229-6682 (Fax)

Want to Win a Day Of Beauty For Your Wonderful Mother? – Tribeca Salon Sponsoring Writing Contest

Tribeca Hair Salon Announces ALNews Writing Contest For Mother’s Day Makeover

Write to the editors at ALNews and tell them why you love your mom… the best letter

writer will win a day of pampering for their Mother at Tribeca Salon… this offer

includes;

Hair, Makeup and a soothing massage…

write us today…

Send your love letters to ideas@alisolagunanews.com or

susan@alisolagunanews.com

winner will be announced by Mother’s Day

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Hairstyles for spring and summer.

Tim from Tribeca Answers questions about hair.

Question# 1 – Do shampoos and conditioners make a difference? Kim from Laguna.

Tim – Always use shampoo and conditioner that your stylists recommends to you. They know your Hair. You could be using a heavy shampoo or conditioner that weighs your hair down. Talk to your professional.

Question # 2 – How do I get the Taylor Swift look? Deb from Aliso.

Tim – First use a professional shampoo and conditioner. Next use a leave in conditioner . Add mousse or a gel to wet hair. Scrunch the products with a towel and then proceed to dry hair with a diffuser. Or if you do not have a diffuser let it air dry. When dry spray with a workable hairspray and grab a large curling iron or your straight iron. Take large sections and curl at the root first then the ends.When all down spray again and try to keep your hands out of it. The more you touch your hair the quicker it will fall.

Question # 3 – I want bangs,how do I know I can wear a bang? Jen from MV.

Tim – Talk to your stylist. They are the professionals. Do not ask your family or friends. Are they a professionals? No. If you hair,skin or makeup questions contact Tribeca A Destination Salon in Aliso Viejo. info@tribecahairsalon.com or www.tribecahairsalon.com.

8 Weeks Of Track and Field – Us Too Gym; Helping Children With Disabilities

Us Too Gymnastics

Track and Field

When: May 1st – June 26th
Fridays at 5:30-6:30

Cost: $100. Current members
And a one time insurance fee of $40 for new members
Ages 6-16

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
PLEASE ASK FOR DETAILS

Program includes:
8 weeks of Track and Field w/
Track meet held at the end of the 8 weeks

Location:
Pittsford Park
In Lake Forest

Space is limited call to reserve your
949-716-1970

Free event helps children with high functioning disabilities explore potential

CHILDREN WITH HIGH FUNCTIONING DISABILITIES BREAK BARRIERS

Free event helps children with high functioning disabilities explore potential

Lake Forest, CA —Children with high functioning disabilities are faced with the consequences of being different – from isolation to being labeled or bullied; these kids learn daily that they are not “normal.” However, on Saturday April 25, Us Too Gymnastics took the courageous step of showing hundreds of these children how to explore their abilities and potential.

From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25 at Pittsford Park in Lake Forest, over 200 children with high functioning disabilities participated in drum circles, dance classes, track & field classes and games, while being entertained by a live band and the Us Too Tappers, all at the largest Universally Accessible Playground (UAP) in Orange County. At the same time, they witnessed the continuation of an effort that aims to prompt a sea change in the treatment of people with disabilities including autism, Aspergers syndrome, ADD/ADHD, Down syndrome, deafness and hearing impairment.

At the event, a group of children with high functioning disabilities ran through a paper barrier, symbolizing the societal walls encountered daily by disabled people, while the founder’s son Dominic Lusardi sang “Were not going to take it!” More than just a free event, Breaking Barriers is also a social movement that promotes the humanity, abilities and success of disabled people. Breaking Barriers aims to impact people throughout Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.

Us Too Gymnastics is a recreational non profit organization where caring, specially trained instructors provide individualized athletic instruction for children; building a sense of self-worth, success and athletic skills toward the goal of transitioning each student into mainstream sports programs. Us Too Gymnastics was proud to present Breaking Barriers with Art and Motion in partnership with the Orange County Imagination Celebration and the City of Lake Forest.

Contact: Vicky Simpson

Email: ustoogymnastics@yahoo.com

GOVERNOR DECLARES SWINE FLU EMERGENCY – NO OC CASES REPORTED

CITY OF CYPRESS
PRESS RELEASE

April 28, 2009 For Immediate Release

Contact: Administration (714) 229-6686

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SUBJECT: GOVERNOR DECLARES SWINE FLU EMERGENCY – NO OC CASES REPORTED

Governor Schwarzenegger has declared a state of emergency in response to the swine flu. His action allows state agencies to enter into contracts to address the outbreak and to increase laboratory testing. Currently, there are no reported cases in Orange County. Orange County officials continue to be on the watch. California has 13 reported and confirmed cases.

There is no vaccine available at this time to protect against swine flu; however, it is never too early to take action to protect against typical flu infections. The Orange County Health Care Agency offers flu shots at its office in Santa Ana located at 1725 W. 17th Street from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and until 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. The Buena Park office located at 6301 Beach Boulevard, Suite 103 offers shots on Mondays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Be proactive to protect yourself and your family by taking the following practical actions:

· Cover your mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

· Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

· Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

· If you get sick with the flu, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from spreading infection.

For more information, visit the Center for Disease Control’s website at http://www.cdc.gov/flu/swine/key_facts.htm or the Orange County Health Care Agency at http://ochealthinfo.com/epi/swine/index.htm. The OCHCA can also be reached at (714) 834-8180.

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Andrew J. Tse

Administrative Services Manager

City of Cypress

5275 Orange Avenue

Cypress, CA 90630

(714) 229-6686

(714) 229-6682 (Fax)

May 2nd – Kids Corner Sensational Six Will Host A 'FREE' Carnival

May 2nd – Kids Corner Sensational Six Will Host A ‘FREE’ Carnival
The Sensational Six –

Business Owners sponsoring an exciting and FREE neighborhood carnival are;

Tony and Tracey DiMiceli; Center Stage Studio, Jenny Mason; Jenny Mason Photography,

Grace Lee; Dancers Choice, Jenia Saenz; Alpha Tutoring, Yasmin Fletcher; Impulse Dance,

Jennifer Ritchie and Jennifer Kusmier Smith; Milkalicious.

For parents and families who want the best and the safest places for their kids, Kids Corner has it all. These kids -friendly business owners are sponsoring a FREE carnival on Saturday May 2 from 10am – 1pm. This “Old Fashioned Carnival” will be held in the Pacific Park Plaza on the corner of Journey and Aliso Creek Road.

The sensational six are providing hot dogs, cotton candy and popcorn. There will be games and other giveaways. Some of the games will ring a familiar tune with the seasoned citizens; remember Balloon Darts and the Milk Bottle Knock Down? There’s more, how about face painting, a picture booth, balloon hats and animals – wouldn’t you love to take part in all of these great activities?

Many other businesses are jumping on the bandwagon and getting involved – contributing a bounce house, gift cards for a raffle and much more. We hear that a favorite local “Sweet Shoppe” Woody will roll in bearing candy delights. More raffles coming your way, … the sensational six will be raffling summer camp giveaways and no one will want to miss that opportunity.

H e l p i n g C h i l d re n T h r i v e F ro m B i r t h t h ro u g h C o l l e g e is the motto of these proprietors.

They do this by the services and products they offer. So we are happy to introduce them more fully.

Jenny Mason Photography is a boutique portrait studio specializing in custom fine art maternity, baby, children and family photography. Known for specialty heirloom albums and elegant canvas wall portraits, Jenny’s goal is to provide clients with fine art pieces for their home that capture the essence of who they are through her artistic vision.

Jenny Mason
jenny@jennymasonphotography.com;
27101 Aliso Creek Rd. Suite 104
Aliso Viejo, Ca. 92656

– If you have never visited Grace Lee’s beautifully overflowing “Dancers Choice” you are in for a visual treat. Grace’s store is one of the best stocked stores for all dancing and performing needs.

Her store accentuates her great taste and eye for the best products and the best look available. She carries a wide range of high quality dance products from the leading manufactures in the market today. She also assures you that her products are the best quality and the best price.

Grace is always available to give you that one on one customer service that is lacking today in our big store world.

Grace Lee
dancerschoice@gmail.com
27131 Aliso Creek Rd. Ste#160
Aliso Viejo, Ca. 92656
305-7230

Yasmin Fletcher
Impulse Dance Productions
ImpulseDanceProductions.com
yasmin_idp@yahoo.com

– Tap Dancer extraordinaire, and owner of Impulse Dance, offers classes

in most areas of dance including Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap and Lyrical.

This ambitious young lady has just expanded her studio area to include another beautiful dance studio.

Be a part of Impulse Dance Productions this summer! Call now for details. Many programs offered.

from across the country. Yasmin’s love of dance is contagious so watch out!

Yasmin’s Motto is:

Great dancers are not great because of their technique – they are great because of their passion.

– Martha Graham

Tracey and Tony Dimiceli – have been teaching theatre for over 10 years. They saw their lifetime dream come true when they opened The Center Stage Studio here in Aliso Viejo!
They feel that there is something magical about acting and singing on stage before an audience. “To watch a student go from a timid actor to a brilliant performer is beyond words and the best part of our program” says Tracey. CSS has classes for both the beginning and advanced actor. Through rehearsals and performance, actors learn about the magical world of Musical Theater including stage direction, acting, blocking, and sound queues to name a few. All rehearsals lead up to a big show performed at their own newly built theater.

Tracey and Tony DiMiceli
thecenterstagestudio@earthlink.net;
27101 Aliso Creek Rd # 116
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-9758

Milkalicious was founded by Jennifer Ritchie and Jennifer Kusmier, 2 business women, in early 2008 whom were interested in making their passion for breastfeeding a community based business. The Jennifer’s work tirelessly to increase long-term breastfeeding rates in Orange County by offering breastfeeding support to new mothers. Both founders are CLE certified through the UCSD program and Jennifer Ritchie is currently the 2009 Vice President of the Orange County Breastfeeding Coalition.

Milkalicious offers one on one Lactation appointments to breastfeeding mothers in the privacy of their own home or in-store. Milkalicious also offers classes, free workshops, and has a retail area where you can find everything from cloth diapers to stylish nursing bras. Milkalicious is open 7 days a week, and offers after hours support.

www.milkalicious.org
27111 Aliso Creek Rd
Suite 195
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
ph# 831-6455

Wondering where to send your kids to preschool? Alpha Tutoring has a wonderful all encompassing program. Jenia talks about the preschool program she offers.

Preschool….

The journey to a successful academic career begins in early childhood. Statistics have proven over and over that preschool and early childhood education really makes all the difference in a child’s school success.

We focus on basic skills in language arts, phonics, letter, number and sight word recognition, math, writing, listening skills and school readiness.

We make learning fun with hands-on experiences, as well as structured time for building their attention spans and preparing them for kindergarten.

Our thematic curriculum provides weekly topics that are relevant and interesting to preschoolers. They help children understand and retain information that they discover for themselves. The curriculum provides a framework for children to build new ideas and generalizations.

Our goal is to prepare these young children for school in a fun, nurturing, safe environment. Academically, we will be introducing Letter and Number recognition and Phonics, as well as other Pre-reading and Math curriculum. Colors, Shapes, Safety and School Rules are other topics we cover to get them “school-ready”. After completing our preschool program, children will be fully prepared for kindergarten, and they will have a positive sense of themselves, their community and the environment around them.

Full Day Preschool open 7:30 m-6:00 pm
Potty Training available
Open enrolment

Jenia@alphatutoring.com
27101 Aliso Creek Rd # 100
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-8700

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Submitted By
Susan Espenschied AV