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Santa Ana’s Jonathan Espinoza profiled in Hispanic Business Magazine

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Just when you thought that Santa Ana’s Jonathan Espinoza could not possibly get more press…he has been profiled in Hispanic Business Magazine.  Kudos to Jonathan – his story is just incredible and it definitely is worth repeating.  Here are a few excerpts from the article:

Jonathan Espinoza, a senior at Segerstrom High School student in Santa Ana, Calif., thanks to Simon Scholars, has received a full scholarship to attend Georgetown University beginning in the fall of 2012.

Espinoza joined the New Port, Calif., based Simon Scholars program during his junior year. Founded by Ron Simon in 2003, the program emphasizes both strong academic performance and personal interaction with students to help them develop the self-confidence, self-esteem and academic advancement to succeed as the next generation of leaders. Continue reading→

Updated: Our readers came through for Jonathan Espinoza!

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UPDATED: Our readers did it!  Jonathan Espinoza received over $300 in donations and then my friend David Boyd, who is an Orange County Board of Education Trustee (and who is also the Chancellor of the Taft University System, which includes the Taft Law School) offered to cover the balance of Espinoza’s Georgetown University application fee, which came to $600.  A big thank you to our readers and to Mr. Boyd!  Congratulations Jonathan and good luck at Georgetown!

Segerstrom High School senior Jonathan Espinoza found out a few weeks ago that he is going to be able to attend Georgetown University on a full scholarship – but he recently received a letter, from Georgetown University, advising him that he has to come up with $900, for a registration fee, by May 1.  His family just doesn’t have that money available. Continue reading→

Loretta Sanchez offering free workshops on federal aid for college students

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This January, U.S. Representative Loretta Sanchez is offering  a series of free workshops on federal aid for students.

Academic advisors will meet with parents and students to provide assistance in filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form and will discuss scholarship opportunities.

A college degree is critical for young people entering the competitive job market, and its value is worth more today than it has ever been. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the various resources available to help you finance your education! Continue reading→

Project SELF/Crowell & Moring intern gets a full ride to Georgetown Univ.

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Past Intern of Project SELF Mentoring Internship for Low-Income Minority Teens Receives Full Ride to Georgetown University; Internship at White House

Crowell & Moring Intern Jonathan Espinoza sets example for future Project SELF participants

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Media Contact: Jess Block, 909-706-8525 or jessblockpr@gmail.com

SANTA ANA, CA- Segerstrom High School senior Jonathan Espinoza was introduced to the legal professional field through the Project SELF (Summer Employment in Law Firm) program as a summer 2011 intern, an experience that has guided him toward the ultimate goal of earning a Juris Doctor. Jonathan has been awarded a summer 2012 internship at the White House and full ride offer to Georgetown University for fall of 2012. Continue reading→

Segerstrom High School Marching Band gourmet food truck fundraiser on 11.30

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Do you like to eat? Would you like to eat gourmet food? Come out and support the Segerstrom Band Program by simply coming and eating with your family! Profits will go to the Segerstrom Band Program! Come out and support and spread the word!

There will be a basketball game on Wednesday, November 30th so spread the word, many parents as well as players will be very hungry after and what better than supporting the Band Program (which plays at all the Football and Basketball Games) while eating GOUMET FOOD conveniently located on the school parking lot, from 4:30pm until 9:30pm. Continue reading→

“For the Sake of Music” benefit concert at Segerstrom High School tonight

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SAUSD Teachers and Students Perform For the Sake of Music

SANTA ANA, CA – May 20, 2011 — Santa Ana Unified School District’s (SAUSD) talented teachers, staff, students and community members will perform at a benefit concert to support the K-12 music program. “For the Sake of Music” benefit concert will be held on Saturday, May 21, at 7 p.m. in the Segerstrom High School Theater. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased at the door. A few of the acts include:

Los Santaneros, a 10-piece band with a horn section, performs a mix of dance rhythms and genres from Latin America. The band consists of students, alumni and staff from Valley High, Saddleback High, Segerstrom High, Villa Intermediate and Carr Intermediate schools.

Hopsing, formed in the 80s, has toured the nation and Europe extensively and brings its blend of Ska Rock to willing listeners. Band members include drummer Keri Bello, teacher at Walker Elementary School; percussionist David Guerrero, a teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School; bassist and vocalist Mark Bello, principal at Mitchell Child Development Center; and Matt Dorame, guitars.

Vocalists Gabriel Pena, a Valley High School junior, and Jocelyn Perez, a 3rd grader at Davis Elementary School.
SAUSD educates approximately 58,000 students at 61 dynamic school sites throughout the Santa Ana community. The K-12 school district is the largest in Orange County and the second largest employer in Santa Ana, with approximately 4,500 educators and staff members. Contact us at 714-558-5555, or pioinfo@sausd.us. For more information about our schools, visit http://www.sausd.us/.

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Two Segerstrom High football players awarded college football scholarships

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Segerstrom High Football Players Sign National Letters of Intent

SANTA ANA, CA — February 2, 2011 — Today two members of the Segerstrom High School football program, Atlas Smith and Gary Ferman, signed National Letters of Intent to play football at four-year universities. By signing these letters they have been awarded scholarships which include tuition, room, board and books for their college careers.

Atlas Smith, a 6’4, 235 pound tight end/defensive end, has signed with the University of California at Davis. UC Davis is a member of the Big Sky Conference and plays in the Football Championship Division. Smith chose the Aggies over the University of Massachusetts, Delaware, Georgetown, San Jose State and New Mexico State. He was awarded the Golden West League Lineman of the Year and earned All CIF honors for his play during the 2010 football season. He also is a National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete.

Gary Ferman, a 5’10, 215 pound runningback, has signed with Sacramento State University. Sacramento State is also a member of the Big Sky Conference and plays in the Football Championship Division. Gary earned Golden West League Offensive Player of the Year, All CIF and Orange County Register 3rd Team All County for his play during the 2010 football season. He rushed for 1796 yards and 27 touchdowns as a senior this year.

Smith and Ferman are the third and fourth Segerstrom High Football players to earn scholarships in the past four years. To learn more about Segerstrom High School, log on to www.sausd.us/segerstrom.

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Mike Maceranka, Head Football Coach, Segerstromfootball@yahoo.com, 714-241-5081

My son James has joined the new Navy Junior ROTC program at Godinez High School!

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My son James, who is 14 years old, just joined the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) at Godinez High School today!  I am so proud of him!

Click here to see the SAUSD’s NJROTC page on their website.

The NJROTC’s mission is to instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment.

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Free Spring Concert at Segerstrom High School on Friday, May 22

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Don’t miss the Spring Concert at Segerstrom High School, this Friday, May 21, from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm, at the Segerstrom Theater.

This will be an awesome concert by Band, Orchestra, & Percussion. It’s free and it’s best to arrive a little before 6:20 p.m.

O.C. High School of the Arts presents a Ballet Folklorico Concert on May 1

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The Orange County High School of the Arts presents a Ballet Folklorico Conservatory Concert, called Recuerdos de Mexico, on May 1, at 7:30 p.m., at Segerstrom High School, located at 2301 W. MacArthur Boulevard, in Santa Ana.

Tickets are available at this link.  The cost is $16 for an adult ticket and $12 for a children’s ticket. Continue reading→