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School Bond Construction Work Updates
Submitted by arcadiaadmin on Thu, 10/30/2008 - 11:32pm.No doubt you've seen the construction work being done on multiple schools around town, the portable buildings, the chain link construction fences, and the Measure I banners.
Arcadia Schools Superintendent Dr. Joel Shawn Introduction
Submitted by Dr. Joel Shawn on Sun, 09/28/2008 - 8:43pm.Editors Note: We are pleased that Dr. Shawn will share his thoughts with readers of ArcadiasBest.com in periodic blogs here.<
Superintendent Dr. Mimi Hennessy Retires
Submitted by Scott Hettrick on Thu, 05/08/2008 - 3:40pm.After a stellar nine-year tenure as superintendent of the Arcadia Unified School District, Dr. Mimi Hennessy officially announced during the school board on Tuesday evening, May 6, that she is retiring effective in August at the end of this school year.
Superintendent's Office: Super Size Me
Submitted by Dr. Mimi Hennessy on Mon, 04/21/2008 - 1:01am.In 1990 no state had a prevalence of obesity greater than 15%; in 2006, all but four states were over 20%, many much higher! The over-weight (and under-nutrition) problem is not confined to adults, but is frighteningly on the rise for children. Increased seat-time (TV, video games, being driven instead of walking) and decreased eat-time (less time to prepare and enjoy “real” food due to work hours, activity schedules, and eating on-the-go) are among the culprits. As with many social conditions, we turn to schools for solutions, in this case with increased legislative expectations for physical education and nutrition.
Superintendent's Office: When Will We Ever Learn?
Submitted by Dr. Mimi Hennessy on Sat, 04/12/2008 - 1:53pm.Once again California’s budget woes are impacting local schools. The Governor’s proposed cut to education of $4.4 billion would amount to a reduction in education funding of approximately $800 per student, equivalent to laying off tens of thousands of teachers or increasing class size by 30% or more statewide, as well as a further eroding the support system for students provided by counselors, classified and paraprofessional staff. If it comes to pass it will further undermine education in California, a state that Education Week gave a D+ on a national report card of school funding.