The continual progression towards a socially just curriculum within Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) was recently examined at a meeting of the SMMUSD Board of Education, giving time for board members to reflect on school successes and continued challenges moving forward.
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Last week’s City Council meeting was dominated by the Israel-Gaza resolution drawing over two and a half hours of public comment
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I feel strongly that we have to live within our means.” Premium Santa Monica news in your inbox. It's free, cancel anytime. However, the fine print of Newsom’s budget contains several indirect tax increases on businesses – mostly by reducing offsets ...
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The second victim in the brutal Venice Canal attacks was declared brain dead on Monday afternoon, according to close family friends. The out-of-state mother of two adult children had recently been transferred from Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center to a facility in Van Nuys after spending nearly six weeks at the hospital’s Neurocritical Care Center.
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Locals took advantage of a sunny Sunday on Main Street by traversing the neighborhood’s vast collection of eateries and bars. At the ninth annual “MAINopoly: The Taste of Main Street” event, over 20 Main Street locations hosted samplings of their best food and drinks,
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Kids across Santa Monica will soon be out of the classroom and jump into a summer of infinite possibilities. For a few select months, these children can turn from mere students to avid adventurers, amateur scientists and advanced athletes.
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LET’S START OFF EASY With something that demonstrates a couple of truths. Uncountable wealth, used… unwisely. To become a better columnist, or anyone presenting their opinions or story out in public,
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Businesses: The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed a new business to Ocean Avenue and embraced another location’s rebranding on Lincoln Blvd. On May 15, the Chamber and other local guests were serenaded with a live band and imbibed in an outdoor bar setting for the rebranding of the Santa Monica Hotel at 2102
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Financial support for the nearly 6 million students in California’s public schools is not only the largest chunk of the state budget, but for the past half-century it has been its most contentious element.
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The Vikings run towards a CIF championship came up three runs short, ending the team’s most successful season in over a decade.
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EVENTS: It was a busy weekend in Santa Monica with a wealth of events for locals including the Kidical Mass bike ride, the preservation awards presented by the Santa Monica Conservancy and the always popular sidewalk sale on Montana Ave.
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More than 1,500 graduate students, teaching assistants and researchers are expected to walk off the job at UC Santa Cruz today, launching the first labor strike over the University of California’s response to pro-Palestinian protests in the past month.
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The Santa Monica Education Foundation Board of Directors has completed a nationwide search for the organization’s next Executive Director with the appointment of longtime nonprofit professional and education leader Raymur Flinn to the role.
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California’s budget crunch is forcing the Legislature to scale back its agenda this session, with bills to legalize psychedelic therapy, offer reparations to the descendants of enslaved people, and require more transparency around who is paying for lawmakers’ sponsored travel among the early carnage.
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New products and services aren’t enough to build a successful small business. Today, every business needs a digital presence to survive
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Promoting inclusivity means crafting an environment where every Samohi student can adequately prepare for prom, one of the pivotal nights in their social lives. The boutique gatherings held during lunch and after-school hours also enhance social connections between lifelong pals and new acquaintances alike.
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Faces old and new in Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) will be taking on several district administrative roles going forward, including a familiar name being chosen as the new principal at Edison Language Academy.
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Pier: Though it was the final edition of Locals’ Night on the Santa Monica Pier until September, the evening packed in enough activities to fill residents with Santa Monica spirit through the summer.
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A high-speed chase through West Los Angeles involving a homeless woman driving a van ended dramatically Friday when she crashed into multiple vehicles on the San Diego (405) Freeway after driving in the wrong direction,
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A high-speed chase through West Los Angeles involving a homeless woman driving a van ended dramatically Friday when she crashed into multiple vehicles on the San Diego (405) Freeway after driving in the wrong direction,
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Community college football makes its long-awaited return to the field Saturday when Moorpark College hosts Ventura College in the 53rd Citrus Cup game.People and Places:Moorpark ~ Ventura College ~ Moorpark College
There is no place like home,” said Stafon Johnson just before his first game as head football coach for the Dorsey High Dons vs. the Santa Monica Vikings.
- Relo Metrics, the AI-powered sponsorship analytics platform formerly known as GumGum Sports, today announces that Marc Reeves, former Head of Brand for Football at Nike, has joined its Board. Reeves’ addition follows the spin-off of Relo Metrics’ business from its parent company GumGum Sports in May,
- Alessandra Ambrosio is looking incredible at 40. The former Victoria’s Secret supermodel showed off her incredibly fit figure in a neon green bikini while playing beach volleyball in Santa Monica, California with her boyfriend,People and Places:Alessandra Ambrosio ~ Supermodel ~ Bikini in popular culture
Camila Giorgi won the National Bank Open, Canada’s most prestigious tennis tournament, and it was a milestone for two reasons. First, it was the first major title win in the 29-year-old’s career, and a huge upset — she was ranked 71st in the world before beating No.
Yesterday was Kobe’s birthday and today is Kobe Day. The 20-year Lakers Legend made a name for himself in not one, but two jersey numbers: 8 & 24, on this day Kobe fans celebrate all he brought to the game of basketball and beyond.
Greenfly’s software is used to support branding efforts at over 30 sports leagues. The company’s client list includes the National Basketball Association (NBA), Major League Baseball (MLB), World Surf League and leading sports channel ESPN.
- The big game in week one involves Santa Ana Mater Dei heading to Duncanville to experience Friday Night Lights in Texas.
The U.S. lost to Japan, 4-3, in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Saturday, despite a goal by former UC San Diego alum Alessandro Canale.
Rickwood Field was the ballpark of Willie Mays’ dreams. Start with Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth among those who played there, continue on with Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson, then turn to Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams.People and Places:Willie Mays ~ Rickwood Field ~ Field of Dreams
This week has been chaotic for many City Section football coaches as they have had to rearrange game schedules on the fly.
Shaq is a doting father to Me’arah, Shaqir, Amirah, Shareef, Myles, and Taahirah. Here’s everything to know about the former basketball player’s six children.
Schifino, a 6-5, 210-pound combo guard from Montverde Academy in Florida, is scheduled to announce his decision Aug. 24.
Some big games are on the docket in and near Santa Monica. Football athletes are among the local stars excited to play and compete before their families, friends and community fans. Check with schools for the latest information on possible capacity restrictions and admission policies.People and Places:Santa Monica ~ CA Sports ~ Patch Media
His mom, Denise Crosby, is an actor with credits that include recurring roles on “Star Trek: Next Generation,” (as Tasha Yar and, later, Commander Sela), and “Mad Men,’’ and whacking Eddie Murphy with a baseball bat in the 1982 film “48 Hours.
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