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County of Orange Social Services Agency

Orange County's Foster Children Need You

Foster children are not someone else’s problem to take care of. These are Orange County’s children, and we all share responsibility to help them succeed by providing permanency and love. It takes a commitment from all of us to achieve this. There are 3,000 children in our community who need your help right now. Resource families are needed to provide love and support to foster children until their journey ends, whether through reunification with birth parents or adoption into a forever home.

Published June, 2016

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County of Orange Social Services Agency

Los niños en cuidado de crianza los necesitan

Foster children are not someone else’s problem to take care of. These are Orange County’s children, and we all share responsibility to help them succeed by providing permanency and love. It takes a commitment from all of us to achieve this. There are 3,000 children in our community who need your help right now. Resource families are needed to provide love and support to foster children until their journey ends, whether through reunification with birth parents or adoption into a forever home.

Published June, 2016

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Oil Recycling in Butte and Tehama Counties

Keep Oil Where it Belongs

In 2010, approximately 120 million gallons of lubricating oil were sold in California. That oil is a necessary component of operating our cars, boats and agricultural machinery. But once it’s done its job, where does the oil go? Some of it (24 million gallons) is burned off or leaked out by engines. But the majority (83 million gallons) is recycled. The remaining 13 million gallons? It likely ends up improperly disposed of down storm drains, into lakes or streams, or thrown in the garbage. Learn why it's important to recycle and reduce the consumption of oil.

Published June, 2016

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California State Fair

It's the Best!

Why settle for good? Go for the BEST at the California State Fair! The Fair continues to be THE destination to experience the best in food, entertainment, agriculture, arts and fun!

Published June, 2016

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King-Chávez Neighborhood of Schools

An Education Built on Love

King-Chávez Neighborhood of Schools is a remarkable choice in public education for students residing in the Historic Barrio District and Downtown San Diego. With seven academies spanning preschool through high school, and a program to support alumni through college, King-Chávez charter schools provide a uniquely love-centered approach to educating children. The schools' success record proves this approach could serve as a national model and change agent for transforming underserved neighborhoods.

Published June, 2016

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King-Chávez Neighborhood of Schools

Una educación basada en el amor

King-Chávez Neighborhood of Schools is a remarkable choice in public education for students residing in the Historic Barrio District and Downtown San Diego. With seven academies spanning preschool through high school, and a program to support alumni through college, King-Chávez charter schools provide a uniquely love-centered approach to educating children. The schools' success record proves this approach could serve as a national model and change agent for transforming underserved neighborhoods.

Published June, 2016

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Tahoe SAFE Alliance

The Path to Peace

For more than 30 years, the nonprofit Tahoe SAFE Alliance has been serving the community with programs, services, education and outreach united around the goal of stopping abuse for everyone. Discover the broad program reach and proven successes of Tahoe SAFE Alliance and learn how you can support TSA through donations, volunteerism and engagement.

Published June, 2016

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San Benito Household Hazardous Waste

The Usual Suspects

Out of concern for the environment, California requires that all hazardous materials, such as pesticides, paints and batteries, be kept out of landfills. But what is a resident supposed to do with all that stuff? The answer is Household Hazardous Waste (HHW). San Benito County residents can bring their HHW to the disposal facility or visit any number of retail disposal locations. Lack of knowledge of how and where to dispose of certain items is leading to materials going into the landfill, where they could pose environmental problems. Many times, HHW involves reusing the material, closing the loop in the recycling process. Gain a better understanding of how and why they should dispose of their HHW properly.

Published June, 2016

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County of Santa Cruz Veteran's Services Office

A Mission to Serve Veterans

Veterans often don’t claim benefits because they are too proud or think they’ll deprive more needy veterans from financial assistance. But the truth is benefits never run out and often veterans fall on hard times and need this assistance. It is best to apply for benefits before a veteran reaches crisis, and Santa Cruz Veterans Services Office is here to help.

Published June, 2016

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County of Santa Cruz Veteran's Services Office

La misión de Servir a los Veterans

Veterans often don’t claim benefits because they are too proud or think they’ll deprive more needy veterans from financial assistance. But the truth is benefits never run out and often veterans fall on hard times and need this assistance. It is best to apply for benefits before a veteran reaches crisis, and Santa Cruz Veterans Services Office is here to help.

Published June, 2016

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Restorative Schools Vision Project

Keeping Our Kids in School

Inequitable and punitive school discipline policies are creating a “school-to-prison” pipeline, where students are being prevented from achieving their full potential. The Restorative Schools Vision Project helps schools address this crisis by introducing restorative justice and social-emotional learning practices. Restorative justice favors problem solving over punishment by addressing the underlying reason why an injustice was committed and “restoring” people to their true selves and community. It emphasizes that everyone counts, not just those in power (teachers/administrators) but the students, too. It also incorporates awareness of different cultures and perspectives as reasons why someone may behave a certain way.

Published June, 2016

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San Joaquin County Veterans Service Office

We Know VA Benefits

If you are a veteran in San Joaquin County and haven’t connected with San Joaquin County Veterans Services, you may be missing out on a valuable resource in our community. San Joaquin County Veterans Services is able to advocate for veterans and help them navigate the Veterans Affairs system to help them get the benefits they have earned. Unfortunately, many veterans don’t connect with the department until they are in crisis. Even if they are unsure if they qualify, veterans should contact the department as soon as possible to find out what they are entitled to.

Published June, 2016

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Sierra College

Here for Everyone

Sierra College is a vital part of Placer County and our region. If you don’t happen to be a student at the community college (there are currently 20,000), you probably know somebody who is or was at one time. The college is celebrating its 80th anniversary! Discover the school's history and what makes the college innovative, as well as its vision for the future. Whether it’s an adult who needs to brush up on Excel skills, a senior who wants to take a yoga class, or a returning veteran in need of career planning, Sierra College is here for us all.

Published May, 2016

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Twin Rivers Unified School District

Graduation 2016

Twin Rivers Unified School District is a learning organization — an organization that uses knowledge to improve itself. This installment of Twin Rivers' “We are TR!” will focus on the cover story of celebrating the successes and graduation & promotion ceremonies in 2016!

Published May, 2016

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County of San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Back at Home, We Have Your Back

San Diego County is a great place to be a veteran. With 15 locations, San Diego Office of Military & Veterans Affairs serves a vast community of America's service members: 40% of the population of San Diego county (1.2 million people) are veterans or family of a vet. Many know that benefits are available, but they don’t know what they are or where to begin. Others think they don’t qualify or don’t deserve these benefits. The San Diego County Office of Military & Veterans Affairs is here to help, with knowledgeable staff that can help veterans claim all the benefits they are eligible for. This publication will educate veterans and family members on the benefits available to them and encourage them to not go it alone.

Published May, 2016

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Nevada County Libraries

Books Are Just the Beginning

Celebrate the Nevada County Libraries and discover all they have to offer. So many people in the community say: “I didn't know the library does that!” Connect with your local branch and take advantage of all the available programs and services today!

Published May, 2016

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