Back-to-school shopping spree helps give kids self-confidence
By Daniel Wolowicz camarillo@theacorn.com
      Back-to-school shopping means the new school year is just around the corner. It's a chance for youngsters to find the latest fashions and a chance for parents to take advantage of sale prices. But for some local students, clothes shopping before the new school year isn't financially po...
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New mental health services aimed at helping preschoolers
By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com
      At 56, married and working a full-time job, Sue Tatangelo was comfortable in her additional role as a grandmother. Then one day last spring, her life changed abruptly when she became the legal guardian of her 3½yearold grandson after her son died.
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New occupation courses available
High school students and adults can take aviation, drafting classes
By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com
      For eons, students have complained that they can't find relevance in everyday life for science and math concepts taught in school. Two new classes offered this month through a countywide occupational program may help students bridge the gap.
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Stipend raises potential for child care professionals
By Michelle Knight knight@theacorn.com
      Debbie Blumenthal credits a little-known stipend program for child care professionals with helping her get through college. The preschool director of Temple Etz Chaim in Thousand Oaks earned a bachelor's degree in childhood development earlier this year.
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Checklist to keep college move smooth
      At this time of year, many parents are helping their college-bound children pack up and head off to university. Steve Yapp, owner/operator of PODS of Ventura County and Santa Maria, offers some tips to make the move easier.
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CSUCI choir holds auditions
      Auditions for the Cal State Channel Islands Choir will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Mon., Aug. 27 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 2304 Antonio Ave., Camarillo. The choir is open to students enrolled at the university, CSUCI staff and the community.
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Making the grade
      The following Camarillo residents made the academic dean's list at Azusa Pacific University. This honor goes to students with a grade point average of 3.5 or better. The students are listed with their majors: Melanie N. Akkerman, nursing; Nicole M. Silver, communication studies; Lau...
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