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At our monthly meeting this week, the Las Lomas PTSA unanimously endorsed Measure A. We thank those parents, students and teachers who attended the meeting. Please vote Yes on Measure A: The state's continuing financial crisis is forcing our district to make severe budget cuts. (See "Explaining Our High School District's Budget Crisis" for a clear and concise explanation.) Measure A, the emergency mail-in parcel tax, would raise $4M to avoid these cuts. Visit www.AboutMeasureA.org for more information.

At Monday's PTSA meeting, the Nominating Committee presented the following proposed slate of Las Lomas PTSA Officers for the 2010-11 term:

Co-Presidents: Sherri McGoff and Jill Buschini

1st VP, Programs: Liz Bettis

2nd VP, Ways and Means: Theresa Stetson Burke

3rd VP, Services: Allison Ridenhour

4th VP, Communications: Carolyn Boord

5th VP, Articulation: Mary Holzheimer

Recording Secretary: OPEN

Treasurer: Joanne Hernandez

Auditor: Loraine McDonald

Elections will be held at the April 12th PTSA meeting. Questions can be directed to Dana Carrigan, Nominating Committee Chair at dlcarrigan@sbcglobal.net.

Mary Holzheimer, PTSA President
942-0102 / mary@gsacorp.com

PTSA website...

Measure A

Vote Yes on Measure A

Emergency measure to raise nearly $4M needed to avoid severe cuts at Las Lomas High School

Our award-winning high school district has managed to remain #1 in the state despite three years of significant cuts. As high school parents, it's difficult to watch firsthand the consequences of the latest wave of budget cuts as our children struggle to get the class schedules they need and possibly say goodbye to beloved teachers.

Here's what you can do to help:

Advocate for our excellent schools by getting to know the facts and spreading the word.
Encourage your student to get involved (find out how on the student-run Facebook group).
Endorse Measure A online to avoid the phone bank call.
Get involved in the campaign. Contact Sharon Taplin at sgtaplin@comcast.net or Mary Holzheimer at mary@gsacorp.com for more info.
Vote Yes on Measure A (ballots to arrive early April and must be mailed by April 28th).

Everyone needs to do all they can. Be sure to read Superintendent John Stockton's message on how our teachers have contributed to cost-saving measures.

At $112 per parcel (less than 31 cents per day), Measure A is a temporary and reasonable response to this immediate funding crisis. It will sunset in five years, and offers an exemption for residents age 65 and older. 100% of Measure A funds go directly to classrooms and the support kids get from librarians and counselors.

For more information, visit www.AboutMeasureA.org.

LL Blood Drive

Blood Drive is Tomorrow, Thursday March 11th!

If you have signed up to donate, please remember to do the following:

1. Get plenty of rest tonight.

2. Eat a large and healthy breakfast on Thursday morning.

3. Drink plenty of fluids in the morning and before you donate.

4. Enjoy the fresh baked goods and drinks at the canteen after you donate.

5. Plan on taking it easy in the afternoon after you donate.

6. Be happy that you will have made a difference in the life of a person in need.

LL Theater

You're a Good Man Charlie Brown
The Las Lomas High School Theatre Arts Department proudly presents, Your a Good Man Charlie Brown, March 11-13 and 18-20. All performances are at 7:30 pm in the theater. Regular admission $12, Student/Senior Citizen $8. You can buy a ticket in the main office at lunch, at the door or online ($13 and $9) through the webstore.

Support the WC Library

Attention Las Lomas! Do you want cheap lift tickets to ski or snowboard? Come to Sports Basement March 11th from 6-9pm and March 13th from 9am-12noon to purchase tickets, some as low as $43. Make sure to come to the Las Lomas booth. 100% of the proceeds go to benefit the new Walnut Creek Library.

All-Knighter Fundraisng Opportunity

Help support the All-Knighter and have a great meal as well! California Pizza Kitchen at Broadway Plaza is supporting the Las Lomas All-Knighter by donating 20% of the proceeds on three days:

March 16th
April 21st
May 4th

March 16th is just a week away, come get a great meal and support the All-Knighter! CLICK HERE for the flyer and be sure to bring it in when you eat at CPK any time on the 16th!

LTCC PTA Scholarship Deadline

Last chance to apply for the LTCC PTA Scholarship!

The Las Trampas Creek Council of PTA's will be awarding up to four $500 scholarships at their May 12th Founder's Day luncheon. This is your last chance to apply as the deadline is next Friday March 19th. All applicants must be Las Lomas PTSA members. Applications are available on-line or in the College Career Center. Any questions - please contact Liz Bettis, LTCC Historian rebettis@sbcglobal.net

WCEF

Shop Whole Foods and Support WCEF

Mark your calendar! Don't forget to shop at Whole Foods Market in Walnut Creek on Tuesday, March 23rd between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Whole Foods Market is donating 5% of their sales to WCEF. There is no need to show a card or mention WCEF - just buy as much as possible; WCEF will automatically receive 5% of your purchase.

Thank you for supporting our students through WCEF.

Parent Survey

Just a reminder to parents: Please complete the online Parent Survey by March 26th. The purpose of this survey is to provide data for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation process. Your answers will be used to identify the many areas of strength, as well as specific areas for improvement at Las Lomas. The results will be in our WASC report, which will be available to the Las Lomas community.

LL Performing Arts Foundation Board Nominations 2010/2011

If you enjoy music concerts and plays at the Las Lomas theater and want to ensure that our students can continue to study the performing arts at Las Lomas, then we want to hear from you! The Las Lomas Performing Arts Foundation is looking for parents be part of next year's board. We need parents of all skills and abilities to fill a variety of roles that support the Las Lomas performing arts programs. Visit the Performing Arts web page to learn more about the Foundation. To find out more about available board positions and to express your interest, please contact Carolyn Cool, Vice President, Nominating Committee at thecools@pacbell.net by March 31.

DriversEd.com

DriversEd.com will donate 5% of your DriversEd.com tuition to Las Lomas through eScrip. The course gives you everything you need to prepare for your learners permit and drivers license exams.

Your credit card you use to purchase the course must be registered with eScrip.com. If you need help registering you credit card please contact Dana Carrigan dlcarrigan@sbcglobal.net

Las Lomas will receive an additional $1000 if we refer the most people to DriversEd.com between now and April 30th. Sign up today!

Spring Athletics Refund

If your student will not be participating in a spring sport, and you would like to request a refund, please email Michele Bellamy at mbellamy@acalances.k12.ca.us. Please include your students name and the sport.

Thank You From Class of 2012

Thank You from the Sophomore Class!

We would like to thank the Las Lomas community for all the support given through the donations and attendance at this past week's Rummage Sale. We were able to exceed our financial goal due to many wonderful treasures donated and purchased. We know many of you found lots of bargains at this year's sale! We are so grateful for your support. THANK YOU!

Class News

Seniors - Class of 2010

Deadline to submit senior baby ads has been extended to this Friday, March 12th. Cost is $55. Turn in photo, check and form to the Main Office.

2010 All-Knighter web page...

Senior Class of 2010 web page...

Juniors - Class of 2011

Junior Prom is Saturday, April 24th. Purchase tickets through LL Web Store or in the Theatre Lobby at lunch on the following six days only: March 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 & April 1. Please visit our web page for details about the prom.

Junior Class of 2011 web page...

Sophomores - Class of 2012

Rummage Sale a HUGE Success! Thanks to everyone who contributed to this year's Rummage Sale. With the help of over 200 volunteer parents and students we raised in excess of $15,000 and exceeded our financial goal for this project. We could not have exceeded our goal if it weren't for hard-working, dedicated volunteers who took their time to make it happen. We are so grateful for your support. THANK YOU!

Sophomore Class of 2012 web page...

Freshman - Class of 2013

Visit our web page for class news and information.

Freshman Class of 2013 web page...

Las Lomas Calendar

Date	Event	Location	Time
Mar 1-22	AP Exam Registration	Sign up in College/Career Center or LL Web Store
Mar 10	WCEF/LL Site Committee Meeting	College/Career Center Conference Room	6:30pm
Mar 10	Early Assessment Test (EAP) for CSU Placement (for Juniors)	College/Career Center	7:30am
Mar 11	Las Lomas Blood Drive	LL Small Gym Make an Appointment	8:30am-3:00pm
Mar 11	All-Knighter Committee Chair Meeting	Room 201	7:00pm
Mar 11-13	Spring Play: "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown"	Theatre	7:30pm
Mar 11-13	2010 CMEA California All-State Honor Orchestra and Honor Choir	Sacramento, CA
Mar 13	SAT I (Reasoning Test Only)	Las Lomas 500 Wing www.collegeboard.com	Students arrive by 7:45am
Mar 13	All-Knighter Work Party	All-Knighter Shed (back end of football field)	9:00am-1:00pm
Mar 16	All-Knighter Fundraiser with California Pizza Kitchen		All day
Mar 16	California High School Exit Exam Make-Ups	Library	8:00am
Mar 16 & 18	Junior Prom Ticket Sales	Theatre Lobby	Lunch
Mar 17	California High School Exit Exam Make-Ups	Library	8:35am
Mar 17	AUHSD Governing Board Meeting	AUHSD Office map	7:30pm
Mar 18	Las Trampas Creek Council Leg Team Meeting	Joaquin Moraga Intermediate map	9:00am
Mar 18-20	Spring Play: "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown"	Theatre	7:30pm
Mar 19	Las Trampas Creek Council of PTAs Scholarship Deadline	College/Career Center or application
Mar 20	All-Knighter Work Party	All-Knighter Shed (back end of football field)	9am-1pm
Mar 22-26	ASB Election Week
Mar 22	AUHSD Coordinating Council	AUHSD Office map	7:00pm-8:30pm
Mar 23	Whole Foods Fundraiser Benefiting WCEF	Whole Foods Market, WC	8:00am-10:00pm
Mar 23 & 25	Junior Prom Ticket Sales	Theatre Lobby	Lunch
Mar 24	Senior Picnic	Softball Field	11:35am-12:30pm
Mar 24	ASB Speeches	Gym	Extended Lunch
Mar 24	Band Concert: LLHS Wind Ensemble with WCI Symphonic Band	Theatre	7:00pm
Mar 25-28	Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble Southern CA Tour
Mar 25	WCEF Executive Committee Meeting	WCSD Offices map	7:00pm
Mar 26	DVC/Los Medanos Information Session & Application Workshop (College Rep Visit) (same presentation both seesions)	Computer Lab	10:00am & 10:55am
Mar 27	All-Knighter Work Party	All-Knighter Shed (back end of football field)	9:00am-1:00pm
Mar 29- Apr 2	Class Election Week
Mar 30 & Apr 1	Junior Prom Ticket Sales	Theatre Lobby	Lunch
Mar 30	DVC Assessment Testing for Seniors	Cafeteria	3:15pm-5:45pm
Mar 30	Site Council Meeting	College/Career Center Conference Room	3:30pm

Link to 2 Month Calendar

eCommunications at Las Lomas

The Las Lomas PTSA publishes the eBoletin as a communications service to the Las Lomas community each Wednesday. If you have an article to contribute to the e-newsletter please email it to: laslomasptsa@yahoo.com. The deadline for submission is each Sunday at 6 PM.

Communications at Las Lomas and through the PTSA is a "TEAM APPROACH". If you have any questions about the eBoletin or how to add/update your email address, a live person is just a phone call or email away:

Las Lomas PTSA Communications Team
Email co-Editor	Carolyn Boord	944-9688	csboord@aol.com
Email co-Editor	Sherri McGoff	944-9688	sherrism@sbcglobal.net
Email Subscription Coordinator	Carolyn Boord	944-9688	csboord@aol.com
PTSA Website	Toni Steil-Bozym	930-8807	toni_bozym@prodigy.net
PTSA Website	Carolyn Cool	933-4103	thecools@pacbell.net

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