Taft’s programs build community among students, parents and the neighborhood
Haciendo Música Juntos
Los Programas de Taft construyen comunidad entre los estudiantes, padres y los vecinos
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Taft Community School 4Taft has focused on developing community and improve the learning environment for its students with a variety of programs and activities.
A Community of Support 8The Redwood City Education Foundation extends its thanks to all the RCEF sponsors this year.
North Star Academy Named Nominee for National Blue Ribbon Schools Program 9North Star Academy was one of just 35 schools in California to be nominated for the prestigious 2012 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program.
Read, Learn and Study at the Library 5Visit Redwood City libraries for fun activities for kids and parents
Calendar 6Check out the latest fun activities at your school, your library and around town
Stay in Touch 6Want to stay up to date with school district and city news and activities? Here’s information to keep in the loop
On the cover:Taft students participate in the Boys and Girls Club-CNG Violin Program, along with Taft Principal Patricia Pelino (top left), Taft Community School Coordinator Esmer-alda Martin and CNG Assistant Director Jose Gonzalez.
Cover photograph courtesy of Cheryl Shepard Photography
La Escuela Comunitaria Taft 4Taft se ha enfocado en el desarrollo comunitario y mejorar el ambiente de apren-dizaje para sus estudiantes con una variedad de programas y actividades
Una Comunidad de apoyo 8La Fundación para la Educación de Redwood City extiende su agradecimiento a to-dos los patrocinadores de FERC este año
La Academia de la Estrella del Norte nombró el Nominado para el Programa Nacional de Escuelas de Cinta Azul 9La Academia de la Estrella del Norte fue una de las solo 35 escuelas en California a ser nominadas para el prestigioso Programa Nacional de Escuelas de Cinta Azul
Lea, aprenda y Estudie en la Biblioteca 5Visite las bibliotecas de Redwood City para actividades divertidas para sus niños
Calendario 6Mire las ultimas actividades divertidas en su escuela, su biblioteca y en la ciudad.
Mantengase en Contacto 6Quiere estar actualizado con el distrito escolar y las noticias y actividades de la ciudad? Aquí esta la información para mantenerse en la mira
En la Portada:Los estudiantes de Taft participan en el Programa de Violín del Club de Niños y Ni-ñas (CNN), junto con la Rectora de Taft Patricia Pelino (a la izquierda), la Coordina-dora de la Escuela Comunitaria Taft Esmeralda Martin y el Asistente del Director del CNN José Gonzalez
Fotografía de la portada cortesía de Fotografía Cheryl Shepard
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Police Activities League (PAL) announces new youth and adult programs at the PAL Community Center at 3399 Bay Road
PAL has developed a full range of programs for all ages and interests.
After School Youth Programs:Program Days Time Ages HIP Health Academy
M,W, F 4 – 6 6th, 7th , 8th Grades
Karate M, W, F 2:45 – 3:45 K – 5th Grade Salsa, Swing
Dancing Tu 2:45 – 3:45 K- 5th Grade
Zumba for Kids Th 1:45 – 2:45 K- 5th Grade Boxing Tu, Th 5 - 7 8 to 18 years
Video, Music and Photography
classes
Coming soon
Adult ProgramsProgram Days Time
Morning Zumba Mon – Sat 8:30am - 9:30am
Karate Mon and Wed 6pm - 7pm Evening Zumba Mon and Wed
Tues and Thurs Friday
7pm - 8pm 8pm- 9pm 6pm – 7pm
Boot Camp Mon, Wed, Fri 5:30pm – 6:30pm
To register or find out more about these programs, stop by the Center or contact: Tom Cronin (650) 556‐1650 Ext 11 or [email protected] PAL Community Center: 3399 Bay Rd
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Escuela Comunitaria TaftLa Escuela Comunitaria Taft, una de las 16 escuelas del Distrito de Escuelas de Redwood City, promueve el éxito de los estudiantes enfocándose en un contexto amplio de comunidad en el cual ocurren la educación y el aprendizaje� La creencia fundamental que guía este enfoque es una convicción de que esas escuelas, familias y comunidades puedan trabajar juntas por el bien común�
Perfil de la EscuelaHay aproximadamente 556 estudiantes asistiendo durante el año escolar 2011-12� La Escuela Comunitaria Taft consta de un programa (bilingüe) alternativo de Español y salones de clase Inglés Solamente en las clases de Kindergarden, primero, segundo y tercer grado, cuarto y quinto EO (SEI), una Clase Día Especial grado k-1°, y una Clase Día Especial grados 2° y 4°La Escuela Comunitaria Taft continúa enfocándose en el desarrollo de personal ejemplar, expectativas de altos logros, y guiando las necesidades de cada estudiante� Podemos proporcionar los recursos necesarios a nuestros profesores y estudiantes
a través del esfuerzo colaborativo de la administración, personal de enseñanza, personal auxiliar, Centro de Fa-milia, la Oficina del Distrito de Redwood City, la Ofi-cina de Educación del Condado de San Mateo, y los Trabajos en Clase�“Estamos trabajando muy duro para continuar apoyando a nuestros estudiantes académica, social, y emociona-lmente”, dice la rectora Patricia Pelino, “Somos afor-tunados de ser una escuela comunitaria para que nues-tra comunidad pueda recibir apoyo en diferentes áreas� Nuestras familias esperan una educación de alta calidad para todos nuestros estudiantes, y estamos comprometi-dos a trabajar muy duro para apoyar a nuestros estudi-antes para que alcancen o superen las metas académicas del nivel del grado�”
Programas AcadémicosLa comunidad Taft cree que cada estudiante individual puede desempeñarse en el nivel del grado o por encima de este y progresará académicamente a través del año� Todas las instrucciones y valoraciones están alineadas con los Estándares del Estado de California y a cada niño se le suministra el apoyo necesario para ayudarlo a que acceda a nuestro currículo basado en estándares�El personal de Taft está dedicado a proporcionar un ambiente de aprendizaje fuerte, de apoyo y enriquecido diseñado para darles a los estudiantes la mejor opor-tunidad para el éxito, tanto en la escuela como para su futuro� Podemos complementar el plan de estudios con
enriquecimiento en ciencias, arte, canto, baile, jardinería y estudios del medio am-biente, viajes de campo, Patrulla de Paz, programa de música k-5, un Programa Después de Clase (Club de Niños y Niñas-CNN), un programa de tutoría por las noches, Consejo Estudiantil y varias otras oportunidades de enriquecimiento�
Participación de los PadresEl personal de la Escuela Comunitaria Taft está dedicada a trabajar cercanamente con los padres para asegurarse que sus hijos cumplan con el éxito tanto académico como social� Con el apoyo de nuestro Centro de Familia en el sitio, Taft ofrece diversos servicios tales como consejería individual y familiar así como también te-rapias de apoyo� Promovemos la participación activa de los padres a través de las
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Taft Community SchoolTaft Community School, one of 16 schools in the Redwood City School District, promotes student success by focusing on the broad community context in which education and learning happen� The fundamental belief guiding this approach is a conviction that schools, families, and communities can work together for their com-mon good�
School ProfileThere are approximately 556 students in attendance during the 2011-12 school year� Taft Community School consists of a Spanish alternative (bilingual) program and English Only (SEI) classrooms at the kindergarten, first, second and third grade classes, fourth and fifth EO (SEI), one K-1st grade Special Day Class, and one 2nd-4th grade Special Day Class�Taft Community School continues to focus on exemplary staff development, high achievement expectations, and addressing each student’s needs� We are able to pro-vide the necessary resources to our teachers and students through the collaboration effort of the administration, teaching staff, auxiliary staff, Family Center, the Redwood City District Office, San Mateo County Of-fice of Education, and ClassWorks. “We are working really hard to continue sup-porting our students academically, socially and emotionally,” says Principal Patricia Pelino� “We are very fortunate to be a com-munity school so that our community can receive support in different areas� Our fami-lies expect high-quality education for all our students, and we are committed to work very hard to support our students to achieve or ex-ceed grade-level academic goals�”
Academic ProgramsThe Taft community believes that each in-dividual student can perform at grade level or above and will progress academically throughout the year� All instruction and as-sessments are aligned with the California State Standards and each child is provided with the necessary support to help them ac-cess our standards-based curriculum� The Taft staff is dedicated to providing a strong, supportive, enriching learning envi-ronment that is designed to give students the best opportunity for success, both in school and in their futures� We are able to supple-ment the core curriculum with science enrichment, art, singing, dance, gardening and environmental studies, field trips, Peace Patrol, K-5 music program, one After School Program (Boys and Girls Club-CNG), an evening tutoring program, Student Council and various other enrichment opportunities�
Parent InvolvementThe Taft Community School staff is dedicated to working closely with parents to ensure that their children meet both academic and social success� With the support of our on-site Family Center, Taft offers different services such as individual and fam-ily counseling as well as therapy support� We encourage active parent participation through monthly informational meetings, Coffee with the Principal, English Lan-
The Taft Parent Group sold Tamales, Pozole and Elotes to raise money at the annual Community Fair in October.
El Grupo de Padres Taft vendió Tamales, Pozole y Elotes para recaudar dinero en la Feria Comunitaria anual de Octubre.
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2 ThursdayFamily Author Night with Illustrator Elizabeth Gomez6 pmAdelante School(650) 482-5999redwoodcity.org/library
Henry Ford PTA Meeting7 pm(650)368-2981rcsd.k12.ca.us/henryford
3 FridayGive Kids a Smile Day(650) 616-2002
Coffee with Roosevelt Principal Patricia Girardi8-9 amRoosevelt School(650) 369-5597rcsd.k12.ca.us/roosevelt
Roosevelt’s 6th Grade TheatreWorks Production - Plate Tectonics6-7 pmRoosevelt School
9 ThursdayYoga Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders & Other Special Needs presented by Wings Learning Center12-2 pmRalston Mansion1500 Ralston Ave., Belmont(650) 365-3250wingslearningcenter.org
Bilingual Family Author Night with Mathew Gollub6 pmHoover School(650) 366-8415redwoodcity.org/library
10 FridayFamily Art Night5 :30-8 pmJohn Gill School(650) 365-6772rcsd.k12.ca.us/johngill
Henry Ford Father Daughter Dance7-9 pmHenry Ford School
Bring your child to meet their favorite authors & illustrator!There will be book signings and author presentations throughout the day.
All presentations will have Spanish and sign language translation.An extensive selection of the author’ and illustrations’ books will be available for purchase.
Food and beverages will be sold. Admission to the fair is FREE!
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22 WednesdayFree Income Tax Preparation9 am-3 pmVeterans Memorial Senior Center
PTO Meeting6:30 pmRoy Cloud School
RCSD School Board Meeting7 pmRCSD District Office
24 FridayHenry Ford Mother Son PE Night6 :30-8 :30 pmHenry Ford School
Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer Live! Dora’s Pirate Adventure Fox Theatre7 pm ($19.75-$35 in advance)2215 Broadway St., Redwood City(650) FOX-7770www.foxrwc.com
“Southern Hospitality” Comedy7 pmCarrington HallSequoia High School1201 Brewster, Redwood City
25 SaturdaySeaside Stories with Marine Science Institute11 amDowntown Public Library
Seaside Stories with Marine Science Institute1:30 pmRedwood Shores Library
Beauty & The Beast Jr.1 pm and 7 pmMcKinley Institute of Technology
Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer Live! Dora’s Pirate Adventure Fox Theatre11am & 2pm ($19.75-$35 in advance)2215 Broadway St., Redwood City(650) FOX-7770www.foxrwc.com
“Southern Hospitality” Comedy7 pmCarrington HallSequoia High School1201 Brewster, Redwood City
26 SundayBeauty & The Beast Jr.1 pmMcKinley Institute of Technology
“Southern Hospitality” Comedy3 pmCarrington HallSequoia High School1201 Brewster, Redwood City
28 TuesdayRoosevelt PTA Meeting6 pmRoosevelt School
SEPTAR Parent Support Group7-9:30 pmSage Therapy
29 WednesdayFree Income Tax Preparation9 am-3 pmVeterans Memorial Senior Center
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Redwood Shores Library399 Marine Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94065(650) 780-5740
San Mateo County Office of Education101 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065www.smcoe.k12.ca.us(650) 802-5300
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Una Comunidad que ApoyaTodos los años le damos las gracias a nuestros patroci-nadores locales que nos ayudan a darle a nuestros estu-diantes la educación que se merecen� Por favor vea la lista entera de estos, en nuestra revista Nuestras Escuelas Nuestra Ciudad� También les pedimos que visiten y apoy-en a estos fabulosos negocios y organizaciones�
Beneficio Para Un Futuro BrillanteNuestro mas importante evento para recaudar fondos se aproxima. Tomará lugar el 4 de mayo en el Pacific Shores Center� Nuestro comité organizador lo necesita a Usted para ayudar! Necesitamos voluntarios y patrocinadores para hacer de este evento el mejor que hemos tenido hasta ahora� Para ayudar hablen con Zeke Mead al (415) 793-5760 o zeke�mead@gmail�com� Nuestros niños se lo agradecerán�
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A Community of SupportEvery year we take time to thank the many local busi-nesses who help us give our students the education they need� Please take a moment and check out our thank you ad in this month’s Our Schools Our Town to see the full list� And in the upcoming weeks and months, please show your thanks by supporting these wonderful companies and organizations�
Benefit for a Brighter FutureOur most important fund-raising event happens on May 4, 2012 at Pacific Shores Center. Our organizing com-mittee needs YOU to help! We need volunteers and spon-sors to make this evening a bigger success than ever� To help out, please contact Zeke Mead at (415) 793-5760 or zeke�mead@gmail�com� Our kids thank you!
Redwood City School District alumni thank sponsors at last year’s Benefit for a Brighter Future.
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North Star Academy Named Nominee for National Blue Ribbon Schools ProgramState Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson has selected North Star Academy, a 3rd through 8th grade school in the Redwood City School District, to be one of just 35 schools in California to be nominated for the prestigious 2012 National Blue Ribbon Schools Program� This program recognizes schools exhibit-ing student achievement at the highest levels or that have made exemplary progress toward bridging the achievement gap� North Star serves 540 students and was designated a California Distinguished School in 2010� Its curricula and enrichment offerings are designed to meet the unique needs of students identified as gifted and high achieving through specific instruction-al strategies� In the 2010-11 school year, the school earned an API (Academic Per-formance Index) score of 992 (out of a pos-sible 1,000) making it the highest-perform-ing school in San Ma-teo County�To be eligible for the Blue Ribbon nomi-nation, schools must meet or exceed the 85th percentile on statewide tests or number among the top 10 percent of schools serving a socioeco-nomically disadvan-taged student body showing consistent improvement over the past five years. “These schools all share a deep commit-ment to the education and well-being of their students,” said Torlakson, in a statement� “We’ve recognized them on the state level, and now I hope their outstanding work and remarkable prog-ress will be further spotlighted nationally�”Contingent upon its students meeting all prescribed targets on the 2012 statewide standardized tests, and also meeting or exceeding its target overall Academic Perfor-mance Index (API), North Star will be eligible to receive the coveted distinction in September of this year� “We are thrilled that North Star has been recognized by Superintendent Torlakson and are so proud of everything our students and staff have accomplished through hard work and collaboration,” said Superintendent Jan Christensen�
North Star Academy Nominada Para el Programa Nacional “Blue Ribbon Schools”EL Superintendente Estatal de Instrucción Pública Tom Torlakson ha seleccionado a North Star Academy, una escuela de 3ro a 8avo grado del Distrito Escolar de Redwood City, como una de solo 35 escuelas de California nominadas para el prestigioso pro-grama nacional “Blue Ribbon Schools” de 2012� Este programa reconoce a las es-cuelas que exhiben niveles superiores de logro académico estudiantil o las cuales han hecho un progreso ejemplar hacia la disminución de la brecha del logro académico�
North Star sirve 540 estudiantes y fue designada una Escuela Distinguida de California en 2010� Su currículo y programas de enriquecimiento están designados para satisfacer las necesi-dades únicas de los estudiantes iden-tificados como estudiantes talentosos y con alto rendimiento académico por medio de estrategias específicas de instrucción� En el año escolar 2010-11, la escuela obtuvo un resul-tado del Índice de Rendimiento Aca-démico (API por sus siglas en inglés) de 992 de un máximo de 1,000, con-virtiéndola en la escuela de mayor desempaño académico del Condado de San Mateo� Para ser elegibles para la nomi-nación de “Blue Ribbon”, las es-cuelas deberán alcanzar o exceder el octogésimo quinto (85) percentil en los exámenes a nivel estatal o estar dentro del diez por ciento de las es-cuelas que atienden a alumnos que tienen desventajas socio-económicas y los cuales demuestran una mejoría consistente durante los últimos cinco años� “Estas escuelas comparten un pro-fundo compromiso a la educación y
el bienestar de los estudiantes” dijo Torlakson “ Las hemos reconocido a nivel estatal y ahora espero que su destacada labor y progreso extraordinario se destaquen nacio-nalmente”�Dependiente de que sus estudiantes cumplan con todos los objetivos prescritos en el 2012 en las pruebas estandarizadas a nivel estatal y también cumplan o excedan el objetivo global del Índice de Logro Académico (API, por sus siglas en inglés), North Star será elegible para recibir la codiciada distinción en septiembre de este año� “Estamos encantados de que North Star haya sido reconocida por el Superintendente Torlakson y estamos orgullosos de todo lo que nuestros estudiantes y el personal han logrado por medio de una ardua labor y cooperación”, dijo la Superintendente Jan Christensen�
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reuniones mensuales informativas, Café con el Rector, Comité de Asesoría para el Idioma Inglés, proyectos comunitarios (i�e� Feria Comunitaria, Festival de Invierno), un salón exclusivo para los voluntarios, y participación diaria en el salón de clases� Creemos que con una enseñanza efectiva, buen comportamiento y expectativas aca-démicas, personal y estudiantes motivados, familias colaboradoras y de apoyo, y el apoyo de nuestro centro de familia, cada estudiante puede ser exitoso�
Feria ComunitariaTaft celebró su Feria Comunitaria en Octubre 22, 2011� La feria es un evento comu-nitario con comidas, juegos, y agencias locales, y se lleva a cabo para reunir a nues-tra comunidad para apoyar los Viajes de Campo de Taft y los materiales del salón de clases� La celebración cuenta con estudiantes de la Escuela Taft y artistas locales, deliciosas comidas caseras, diversos juegos inflables, rifas, y buena y sana diversión para toda la familia� Cada año, el evento está abierto al público, pero se promueve la asistencia de los amigos, la familia, alumnos y vecinos de las aéreas vecinas� El año
pasado recaudamos cerca de $8,000�
Festival de InviernoEl festival de invierno es una celebración de la noche donde las familias, niños, personal y socios comuni-tarios disfrutan una cena, artes y oficios, historias, foto con Santa Claus, y muchas más actividades� El festival reúne a la comunidad para compartir una tarde muy especial�
Aprendizaje Día ExtendidoTaft tiene un programa después de la escuela dis-ponible a todos los estudiantes que califican para in-scribirse� Este programa se proporciona a los Clubes de Chicos y Chicas de la Península y se llama Cen-tro Para Una Nueva Generación (CNG)� Las activi-dades del programa incluyen instrucción académica, apoyo con tareas, clase de enriquecimiento, clases de habilidades para la vida y recreación�
Liderazgo del estudianteCon el apoyo de un asesor, los estudiantes de los gra-dos 3° a 5° se reúnen una vez a la semana para ejer-citar el espíritu, recaudar fondos y otras actividades de toda la escuela�“En el mes de Enero y Febrero, los estudiantes de
Taft estarán trabajando con la Sociedad de Leucemia y Linfoma para apoyar a los niños con cáncer,” dice Pelino� “Estaremos haciendo nuestra actividad anual Pen-nies para Pacientes para apoyar a los investigadores en 15 países diferentes� El año pasado los estudiantes Taft recaudaron $4,300! Estoy orgulloso de decir que los estudiantes en Taft tienen voz en la toma de decisiones escolares�”
Enriquecimiento en Ciencias y Jardín EscolarGracias a su sociedad con la Villa Escondida, Taft ofrece enriquecimiento en cien-cias para apoyar a los estudiantes y profesores de 4° y 5° grado� Los estudiantes de 5° grado reciben prácticas en los laboratorios de ciencias que cumplen con los Estándares de Ciencias del Estado de California� Los estudiantes también van a un viaje de campo a la Villa Escondida� A través del Jardín Escolar, los estudiantes en grados 5° participaran en los estándares de ciencias basados en lecciones y experi-mentos� El jardín también es usado para salones de clases individuales�
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(continuación de la página 4)guage Advisory Committee, Community School Task Force/School Site Council, community projects (i�e� Community Fair, Winter Festival), a dedicated volunteer room, and everyday classroom involvement� We believe that with effective teaching, high behavior and academic expectations, motivated staff and students, cooperative and supportive families, and the support from our family center, every student can be successful�
Community FairTaft celebrated its Community Fair on October 22, 2011� The fair is a community event with food, games and local agencies, and is held to bring the community to-gether to support Taft Field Trips and classroom materials� The celebration features Taft School students and local performers, delicious home-cooked meals, differ-ent inflatable games, raffles, and good, clean fun for the entire family. Each year, the event is open to the public, but friends, family, alumni, and neighbors from the surrounding area are particularly encouraged to attend� Last year, it raised almost $8,000�
Winter FestivalThe Winter Festival is an evening for a cel-ebration where families, children, staff, and community partners enjoy dinner, arts and crafts, stories, picture with Santa Claus and many more activities� The festival brings the community together to share a very spe-cial evening�
Extended Day Learning Taft has an after-school program available to students who qualify for enrollment� This program is provided by the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula and is called Center for a New Generation (CNG)� Program ac-tivities include academic instruction, home-work support, enrichment classes, life-skills classes and recreation�
Students’ LeadershipWith the support of an advisor, 3rd- through 5th-grade students meet once a week to run spirit days, fundraising and other school-wide activities� “In the month of January and February, Taft students will be working with the Leu-kemia & Lymphoma Society to support children with cancer,” says Pelino� “We will be doing our annual Pennies for Patients drive to support researchers in 15 different countries� Last year Taft students raised $4,300! I am proud to say that students at Taft provide do have a voice in school decision-making�”
Science Enrichment and School GardenThanks to its partnership with Hidden Villa, Taft offers science enrichment to sup-port the 4th- and 5th-grade students and teachers� The 5th-grade students receive hands-on science labs that follow the California State Science Standards� Students also go on a field trip to Hidden Villa. Through the School Garden, students in grades K-5th will participate in science standards based lessons and experiments� The garden is also used by individual classrooms�
Taft Community School students and families, City Trees and Friendly Acres Neighborhood Association planted 20 trees in September.
Los estudiantes y las familias de la Escuela Comunitaria Taft, Arboles de la Ciudad y la Asociación de Vecinos de Hectáreas Amigables sembraron 20 árboles en Octubre.
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Local Business SupportersAirgasBrick MonkeyDavid Amann of Edward JonesFastsignsGraniterockJim Somers of Alain PinelLinda Thomas PROur Schools Our Town MagazineREIRedwood City Woman's ClubSpectrum MagazineValari Coins and JewelryWhole Foods Markets
Give As You Shop SupportersKepler's BooksKey MarketHoneyBear TreesMilagros CantinaRay's AutoSam's Handyman ServiceYang Orthodontics
BBF SponsorsPresenting Sponsor: Wells FargoPacific Shores CenterHellbent MarketingPort of Redwood CityGooglePalo Alto Medical FoundationFastsigns of Redwood CityJohn Sieling of Today/Sotheby'sGelb MusicStanford UniversityLaurie Reynolds of Fagen, Friedman
& FulfrostErika Pretell Market ResearchLyngso Garden MaterialsSalesforce.comA-1 RentalsDMB/Redwood City SaltworkdsFirst National BankGuckenheimerJulie Brodie PhotographyProvident Credit UnionVantage Wealth ManagementSpectrum Magazine
Parade Run PartnersCity of Redwood CityDips Run Club
Parade Run SponsorsCenter for Health & Weight ManagementLucille Packard Children's HospitalRoad Runner SportsSouth Bay Sports and Preventive Medicine
AssociatesSports BasementStanford Hospital & ClinicsWhole Foods MarketsFable Inc.
OctobeRun SponsorsPresenting Sponsor: My Credit UnionFleet Feet SportsBullfrog MediaRedwood CityRedwood General TireZamzeePersonal CapitalZazzleCenter for Health and Weight ManagementTransPak, Inc.Mad Dawg School of FitnessPacific Pneumatic ToolsDMB Associates, Inc.South Bay Sports and Preventive MedicineGoetz BrothersHealthy Bare FeetHayes Group ArchitectsHobee's California Restaurants
Special Thanks Sony EricssonSigona's Farmers MarketKrefeld's AwardsSequoia High School Cross Country teamSequoia High School Leadership ClassRedwood Shores Community Assoc.Mz Shirliz Transitional Living
Major SupportersSilicon Valley Community FoundationWells FargoSequoia Healthcare DistrictOracleGoogle
Program SupportersCity of Redwood City
Civic Cultural CommissionKen and Judith Joy Family Foundation Milagros CantinaPlus 3 NetworkPort of Redwood City
2011 Investor Award RecipientPort of Redwood City
Please give your support to these fine businesses and organizations who share our commitment to the students of the Redwood City School District.
