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In Trump era, San Diego districts declare themselves sanctuary schools
"We will protect all of our children."
Local educators say they'll challenge the President's immigration orders. As sanctuary schools they promise to protect all children.
By: City News Service
By PAUL LEVIKOW
SAN DIEGO (CNS) - Educational leaders from throughout San Diego County today declared local school campuses as sanctuaries against any efforts by federal officials to deport students who are in the country illegally.
They also announced that they have signed on as a friend of the court supporting Santa Clara County's challenge to President Donald Trump's executive order targeting sanctuary jurisdictions.
"The federal government is attempting to force local governments, including local education institutions, to become an arm in their attempt to round up, detain and deport people in our communities and we have made it very clear to the federal government that we refuse to participate in that type of action," said Richard Barrera, president of the San Diego Unified School District's Board of Education. "In our schools, every day, we hear about young people, children, our students who are afraid that when they get home, their parents are not going to be there. We have parents, who fear that when they send their kids to school, they might not see their kids at the end of the day."
Barrera was joined at a news conference by officials from the Sweetwater Union High School District, the San Diego Community College District, the Southwestern Community College Board of Trustees, the Chula Vista Elementary School District Board of Education, the San Ysidro School District Board, the San Diego County Office of Education Board of Trustees and the San Diego office of the American Civil Liberties Union.
"This executive order is already causing fear and anxiety on our campuses and a decline in attendance of undocumented students or students of families that may be undocumented," said Paula Hall, vice president of the Sweetwater Union High School District Board of Trustees. "Sweetwater is putting students first."
The Southwestern Community College board passed a resolution that their police will not detain, question, or arrest any student based on their personal characteristics, according to Trustee Roberto Alcantar.
"Many Dreamers are moving back into the shadows for fear of this administration," Alcantar said. "Statewide in the community college system, we have seen a 40 percent reduction in the number of Dreamers applying for financial aid. That's 40 percent of students giving up on their dreams and hopes to get an education because of fear of this administration." The San Ysidro School District, located along the U.S./Mexico border, has an obligation to support its students, according to Antonio Martinez, a trustee on the board.
"No kid should come to school with fear of being deported or their parents being deported," Martinez said. "We will protect all of our children. Every child has a right for quality education."
Chula Vista Elementary School Board of Education member Eduardo Reyes said his district passed a resolution that provides protection to all students regardless of their religion, their origin, how they look, what language they speak, where they come from, their sexual orientation, or their immigration status.
"We will fight and take whatever measures necessary ... to ensure that our kids are protected, that our kids' rights are protected as well and that we make sure that what we provide for our kids and their families is a place where they know they are going to be safe and they are going to be secure," Reyes said.
Trump signed an executive order in January that would allow the federal government to cut funding to cities or other so-called sanctuary jurisdictions that refuse to help enforce immigration laws. Santa Clara and San Francisco counties filed a lawsuit to block implementation of the executive order. The judge in that case invited other jurisdictions to file friends of the court briefs. Dozens of educational institutions and school districts from throughout California have done so.
"It would be unconscionable and, we believe, unconstitutional for the federal government to attempt to punish school districts for refusing to participate in their attempt to attack our community by withholding funds designed to support students in need," Barrera said.
While the news conference focused on Hispanic students and their families, there is also fear and anxiety among African-American students, SDUSD Trustee Sharon Whitehurst-Payne told City News Service.
"They look around and are afraid of what might happen to their friends," she said.


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Darya Pur Kalan (1329) is a village in North West district in the Indian territory of Delhi.

Demography
In the 2011 census, Darya Pur Kalan had 1,143 houses with a population of 6,310, consisting of 3,342 males and 2,968 females. The population of children aged 0–6 was 825, making up 13.07% of the total population of the village. The average sex ratio was 888 out of 1000, which is higher than the state average of 868 out of 1000. The child sex ratio in the village was 759 out of 1000, which is lower than the average of 871 out of 1000 in the territory of Delhi. The total Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes population in the town was 1,443 people and all were Scheduled Castes. There are no people of the Scheduled Tribe in the town.

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Cities and towns in North West Delhi district

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Awards wll go to the top 3 in each 5 year age group and a 1st place trophy for each walk and run for both male and female competitors.
Race takes place rain or shine. First race is at 8:00am.
Large selection of chocolate edibles and drinks will be available.


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No, Athletes Will Not 'Shut Up And Dribble' — And They Never Have
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Article by Linda Holmes, via NPR
The new documentary series Shut Up and Dribble, which premiered the first of its three parts this weekend on Showtime, is a response to commentator Laura Ingraham's dismissive February 2018 sneer in the direction of LeBron James, one of the series' executive producers. Don't take my word for it that it's a direct response: watch the opening sequence in which Ingraham, disgusted by James and other black athletes speaking out against President Donald Trump, says that nobody elected them, nobody wants to hear from them, and they should, yes, just "shut up and dribble."
The idea that athletes — or actors, or writers — shouldn't be politically active in the public sphere is surprisingly widely held. The point of the series is to demonstrate that in the case of black athletes, holding the game at a distance from the society in which it's played is not only contrary to history but impossible. And, perhaps, that it would be irresponsible.
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Making a life change does take some careful consideration — from researching programs, to deciding which career path you want to pursue — but if the only thing holding you back is the worry that you won't succeed, don't let that stop you. At a certain point, you need to take the plunge if you want to move forward toward your goals.
Enrolling in an online program takes self-discipline and determination. You are in charge of making time to study and complete coursework. The upside is that you have greater flexibility to get things done, but when possible, try to find a regular study time that works for you so you can stay on track.
Life will throw a few curveballs on your way to completing your program, and sometimes, no matter how disciplined you are, frustration can get in the way of progress. Take a break when you need it. Then, when the time is right, get back to work.
Working toward a goal is easier when you are surrounded by people to cheer you on. Have honest conversations with your friends and family about what you need from them to be successful, and reach out to your advisor and instructors when you need help as much as possible.


This year's Excellence in Action award winners, spanning 11 Career Clusters® from 10 states, represent some of the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs in the country. These high-quality programs serve a combined 1,500 students in communities ranging from rural Mississippi to the bustling metro area of Dallas, Texas, providing all learners– no matter their race or income – with a world-class education. While each of the programs is unique, they all offer a rigorous sequence of courses beginning with foundational skills to subject-matter mastery; real-world, hands-on experiences in the classroom led by dedicated educators; and meaningful work-based experiences facilitated by industry partners. The programs boast not only stellar industry partnerships but also with other educational institutions that support seamless transitions from secondary into postsecondary.
All programs are backed up by compelling data demonstrating impressive graduation rates, credential attainment, dual enrollment completion and work-based learning participation and glowing letters of recommendation. These programs are preparing their students for a lifetime of career success.
The Graphic Arts program prepares all of its students for postsecondary and career success by providing rigorous in-school instruction and extensive opportunities for experience in commercial work environments and advanced laboratories. All students enrolled in the Graphic Arts program may earn college credit through dual enrollment, and over 90 percent of students earn an industry recognized credential. In an ever-evolving field, students benefit from instructors who stay connected to practice and integrate the latest technologies to keep graduates on the industry's cutting edge when they enter postsecondary and the workforce.
The Culinology Program, developed through a partnership with Bergen County Technical Schools, Rutgers University and the Research Chefs Association, blends agriculture, food science, culinary arts and STEM to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and a career in an industry that's booming in New Jersey. What began as a culinary arts program years ago has evolved into a program serving students with aspirations to continue their education in food science at a four-year institution. Given 100 percent of students graduate, earn postsecondary credit and enroll in college, this program is serving its students well.
The Education Career Academy allows students to explore the field of education and prepare for college while still in high school. Students complete a sequence of demanding academic courses and an internship to earn 30 college credits at Metropolitan Community College and University of Nebraska – Omaha. Through strong partnerships with postsecondary education and industry, this program places students directly in schools and classrooms in need of talented professionals, and is a unique model of a "grow your own" strategy for building a pipeline of future educators.
Serving majority low-income, minority and English-language learners, the Shea Government and Public Administration Academy offers rigorous coursework in combination with an extensive internship program, as well as hands-on learning experiences from registering voters to working in federal, state and local government offices. The Academy serves an area with a large population that speaks Portuguese-based Cape Verdean Creole – a dialect into which very few governmental resources are translated. Students have worked on a variety of projects developed specifically for this population to better connect them with services available in the community. Last year, all students participated in work-based learning, graduated high school and earned an industry-recognized credential.
The School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality delivers specialized curricula, real-life experiences and dual credit opportunities through partnerships with industry partners and local colleges. Housed in the epicenter of the Dallas, Texas, metro area, students participate in job shadows, internships and work in unique work-based learning environments from five-star hotels to local restaurants. Students are mentored by some of the leading hospitality and tourism professionals in the country.
The Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) program trains EMTs and paramedics to become knowledgeable health care providers through strong relationship with secondary education schools and industry, which ensures a seamless pathway across systems. Located in a rural community, the program is critical to providing pipeline of qualified healthcare professionals, and has emerged as one of the top programs in the south, boasting a 90 percent first-time pass rate on the National Registry of EMTs, compared to a national average of 60 percent.
What originated more than 15 years ago as a computer repair class has transformed into a state-of-the-art cybersecurity program. The Network Engineering Program at Summit Technology Academy brings together students from 24 urban, rural and suburban high schools to engage in a specialized program only available through a shared campus. Students who complete the program in their junior year can choose to participate in the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC), which allows them to begin to earn a bachelor's degree while still in high school, while also participating in extensive paid internship opportunities.
Based in the Milton Hershey School, a private, cost-free, co-residential school and home for children from lower-income families, the Law, Public Safety, and Security Career Pathway teaches students about law and law enforcement careers throughout their four years of high school. Real-life experience in a courtroom and forensics lab enhance classroom instruction, and industry partners regularly teach lessons and serve as mentors. Last year, all students graduated high school, earned an industry-recognized credential, earned dual enrollment credits, and 95 percent continued on to college.
Launched in 2013 and located in suburban Tennessee, the Mechatronics program prepares students for high-demand careers through hands-on experiences, rigorous academic coursework, nationally recognized certifications and dual enrollment opportunities. Beginning through a partnership with Oakland High School, Bridgestone and the Manufacturing Leadership Council, industry led the charge to build a talent pipeline of qualified employees in a highly in-demand sector. Upon completion of this program, students are armed with credits and certifications and poised to enter postsecondary education and the workforce.
The Academy of Engineering, which serves predominantly low-income and minority students in a rural setting, pairs rigorous coursework with meaningful work-based learning experiences in the engineering sector. Last year, all students graduated high school, participated in work-based learning and earned an industry-recognized credential. Ninety-five percent enrolled in postsecondary education through a supported pathway to California schools.
The Automotive Technology program, spearheaded by industry leaders to grow a talent pipeline in a critical industry in the area, features a unique project, ON TRACK STEM, which brings together students across career clusters to rebuild and eventually race an elite race car. Not only do students gain incredible hands-on experience –such as managing the budget, leading teams of their peers and applying the technical aspects of rebuilding an entire car – they also work closely with industry partners throughout the project, giving them a professional network and a leg up on their career.


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Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans is an American illustrated picture book for young adult readers, originally published by HarperCollins in 2011. Kadir Nelson, both the author and illustrator, writes from the perspective of an unnamed narrator and reviews significant events in African-American history. The book received a 2012 Coretta Scott King Author Award.

Synopsis

Nelson begins the story with an emotional introduction that talks about the many triumphs and hardships African Americans have overcome in America. Nelson then writes individual mini chapters about significant events such as slavery, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, Jim Crow laws, emancipation, the Civil Rights Movement, and the vote for women. Each section discusses significant members of the African American community and their contributions.

Reception
The book received positive critical reviews. Common Sense Media wrote that the book's "epic narrative" was "compelling, complex, and deeply personal." The New York Times wrote that the book "cries out for a teacher or parent to expand and deepen the experience."

The book won a 2012 Coretta Scott King Author Award.

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2011 non-fiction books
2011 children's books
21st-century history books
Coretta Scott King Award-winning works
Books about African-American history
American picture books
HarperCollins books


KWIC's Winter Volunteer Recruitment is Now Open! Interested folks are encouraged to drop by the office at Trent University, Environmental Science Building room B101, or contact Anuj Arora at volunteer@kwic.info. You may also complete an online form or contact our office at 705-748-1680 for more information.
KWIC's work in the community depends on the skills and enthusiasm of a dedicated group of volunteers.
KWIC recognizes that volunteers are a vital human resource and will commit to the appropriate infrastructure to support volunteers. KWIC's practices ensure effective volunteer involvement. KWIC commits to providing an accountable and supportive environment for volunteers.
Volunteers make a commitment to act with integrity in accordance to the Volunteer & Human Rights Codes, to participate in an orientation and training, as required of their position, and to demonstrate respect for all staff, volunteers and program participants, including user of the resource centre.
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When you think about Varna what's the first thing that comes to mind? An affordable getaway in a beautiful, modern resort? You're right – Varna is no doubt one of the most beautiful resort cities on the Black Sea coast. It's the perfect place for a vacation with its beautiful nature, amazing beaches, delicious cuisine, bars, culture and people love it! But did you know that the history of Varna goes all the way back to the prehistoric ages?
Varna is a very ancient city and people have lived within its borders from prehistoric times. They say this is the birthplace of the first European civilization, starting in the 5th millennium BC. Thracians inhabited Varna region, Greeks (6th century BC), Romans (1st-3rd century AD) and the early Byzantine Empire (4th-6th century) too, before the birth of the First Bulgarian Kingdom, the coming of Christianity and the introduction of the Cyrillic alphabet.
Some 4,600 years before the Common Era, a mysterious civilization emerged on the shores of lakes near the Black Sea, not far from the modern day city of Varna.
4200-4600 BC: Long before Mesopotamia or Egypt and the pyramids, goldsmithing first began on the shores of the Black Sea. For its time, the culture of Varna was amazingly advanced, both culturally and technologically.
The Necropolis gold treasure is the oldest processed gold in the world dating back to the time of the Chalcolithic (Copper Age) in ancient Varna culture.
Archaeologists refer to the Varna Necropolis as the "Prehistoric find of the century" and the "Varna phenomenon".
During an archaeological excavation in 1972, they accidentally discovered an ancient burial site about 4 km from Varna's centre. The graves were estimated to be from 4200-4600 BC and were proof of a highly structured society here during the Copper Age.
600 BC – 501 BC: During the great period of colonization of ancient shores by the Greeks, men from the city-state of Miletus in Asia Minor, set out for the land of the Thracians. There they founded the city of Odessos, which is where modern-day Varna is positioned. Odessos means ''town on water''.
13th century BC – 7th century AD: The oldest Bulgarian people are the Thracians, who lived in the Varna region from at least the 13th century BC until the 7th century AD. Then, they came together to lay the foundations of the young Bulgarian state.
1st century AD: As the Roman Empire extended all the way to the shores of the Black Sea, in the year 15 AD Odessos became part of the Roman province of Moesia, just above the province of Thrace. The conquerors built many new fortifications around the city which includes the unique thermal baths that can still be seen in Varna today.
The ancient Bath Complex once belonged to the Roman city of Odessus and is one of the largest remaining Roman Bath ruins today (4th in Europe and 1st on the Balkans).
4th century AD: In 313 AD, the Roman emperor Constantine the Great converted to Christianity, making it the official religion of the whole Empire. The first Bulgarians, however, didn't really agree with abandoning their pagan gods. By 395 the Empire had become ungovernable and was divided between West and East, with the Byzantine Empire centred in Constantinople.
7th century AD: In 681, at a time when the Slavs had already settled in the lands west of the Black Sea, a wave of tribes called Proto-Bulgarians crossed the Danube and founded the first Bulgarian state.
681-893 AD: Pliska was the capital of the First Bulgarian Empire. Khan Asparuh, the founder of Bulgaria, chose Pliska as capital because of its strategic geographical location. The long valleys surrounded by hills and rivers were a favoured place. He pledged "Here Bulgaria will stand". After the great battle with the Byzantine Empire in 681, the Bulgarians won their right to settle on these lands.
You can still see the remains of Pliska in the great Basilica complex just 70 km from Varna.
852 AD: The coronation of Boris. By the time of the coronation of Khan Boris I in 852, Preslav had turned into an important strategic military centre.
886 AD: Cyril and Methodius – Founders of the Cyrillic alphabet. Boris gave asylum to some of Cyril and Methodius' disciples who were fleeing from Moravia. With Boris's help and material support, the disciples founded centres of Slavic learning at Pliska, Preslav, and Ohrid. Because of their work, the Slavic language replaced Greek in church services and in literary life and became the country's official language.
889 AD: Boris I left the throne to become a monk, but he retained the right to take an active part in the government of the state. Boris's eldest son and heir, Vladimir (889–893), abandoned his father's policy and tried to bring back paganism. For that Boris drove Vladimir from the throne, blinding him and rendering him unfit for rule. He was then replaced by Boris's third son, who ruled as Simeon the Great.
893-970 AD: The reign of Tsar Simeon and the Golden Century of Bulgaria in Veliki (Great) Preslav. The architectural development of Preslav, as well as all the literary work that developed during the reign of Tsar Simeon (893-927), are the Golden Century in Bulgarian history.
He proclaimed Orthodox Christianity an official religion because he saw it as the only way to unite all the tribes in Bulgaria. Though every tribe had its own way of writing, some didn't have any script at all. The introduction of the Cyrillic alphabet was an excellent unifier.
The conversion of the Bulgarians (Paganism to Christianity) during the time of King Boris I is one of the two most significant events in the history of Bulgaria. The second was the creation of the Cyrillic alphabet. Simeon turned the new Bulgarian capital Preslav into a magnificent religious and cultural centre.
814 AD: After Krum died in 814, his son Omurtag negotiated a thirty-year peace treaty.
893 AD: In 893, during the next major war, Simeon I, the Bulgarian emperor, defeated the Byzantines while attempting to form a large Eastern European Empire.
971 AD: In 971 the Byzantine emperor defeated Boris II and captured Preslav, the Bulgarian capital.
1018 AD: By 1018 all of Bulgaria was under Byzantine control. For nearly two centuries, the Byzantines ruled harshly, using taxes and the political power of the church to crush opposition.
1300-1400: By the late 13th century, Varna became a thriving commercial port. The Crusaders fought one of their last losing battles outside the city walls of Varna.
1393:The Ottoman empire captured Varna in 1393 and turned into a northern bastion of their empire. British troops used it as a port during the Crimean War (1853–56), after which Turkey allowed its allies Britain and France to sell their products throughout the Ottoman Empire, making Varna a great trading centre once more.
The Battle of Varna took place on 10 November 1444. It's also called the "Battle of Nations", as different European Nations took part in it. It was the last attempt of Christian Europe to push the Ottomans out of the Balkans. The result of the battle was an Ottoman victory.
1866: In 1866, a railway between Ruse and Varna was built, providing a direct route from the Danube to the Black Sea coast, and Varna became a major shipbuilding centre and port.
1878: Varna was liberated on 27 July 1878 after the Russo-Turkish war of 1877-1878.
1886: Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral in Varna opened officially on 30 August 1886.
1920: The University of Economics in Varna was founded. It's one of the oldest higher education institutions in the economic branch of social sciences on the Balkan Peninsula.
1921: Varna became Bulgaria's first seaside holiday resort.
1961: The Medical University of Varna was established in 1961 and now is a leading institution for quality medical education.
1962: In 1962, the 15th Chess Olympiad (the World Team Championship), was held in Varna.
1968: The Palace of Culture and Sports was built in Varna in 1968.
1969 – 1987: In 1969 and 1987, Varna was the host of the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships.
1973: From 30 September to 4 October 1973, the 10th Olympic Congress took place in the Palace of Culture and Sports.
1984: The Festa Dolphinarium (the only one of its kind on the Balkans) opened in Varna on August 19, 1984.
1960-2000: Varna's Sea Garden was reconstructed, becoming the largest landscaped park on the Balkans and a symbol of Varna.
2016: Varna won the vote of Darik Radio listeners as ''Best city to live in'' and ''Protector of History''.
Modern-day Varna is a lively, vibrant place full of entertainment, bars, restaurants, parks, amazing beaches and many cultural activities. Every year, Varna is growing more as a popular holiday destination both for locals and tourists.
Convinced yet just how unique and amazing Varna is? Not only is it the perfect holiday resort city but the rich historical past of the region offers so much to see! Ancient Roman baths, burial sites, fortresses, cave monasteries, medieval churches… and the list goes on! Much of the history of Varna and the region can be seen in the Archeological museum in Varna and the Ethnographic museum. So if you're looking to combine your next summer holiday with the exploration of a really ancient city, Varna is the place!


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Iraqi soldiers reached the northern city of Mosul on Sunday for an operation against al Qaeda in Iraq, days after some 40 people were killed in a house explosion followed by a suicide attack against a senior police official.
The United States has said Iraqi security forces will take the lead in Mosul as a major test of Washington's long-range plans, which seek to keep a smaller American force in Iraq as backup for local soldiers and police.
Defense Ministry spokesman Mohammed al-Askari said most army reinforcements have reached the city, 225 miles northwest of Baghdad, although he declined to give a number.
"The operations against al Qaeda in Mosul will start soon," al-Askari said, adding that the operation would include armored vehicles, tanks and helicopters.
An Iraqi military officer in Mosul, speaking on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to discuss the operation, confirmed that some Iraqi units had arrived on the city's outskirts.
A spokesman for the Interior Ministry, Abdul-Karim Khalaf, said separately that 3,000 residents in Mosul will be recruited to augment the city's police force.
The U.S. military did not indicate it had any plans to send additional forces to the city, which is believed to be the last urban safehaven for al Qaeda-led insurgents.
"Regarding Mosul, an area where we recognize is of strategic importance to al Qaeda, our operations will continue in that area again not in a new way but in a continued way," said Rear Adm. Gregory Smith, a military spokesman.
Smith said "tens of thousands of pounds of explosive material" were in the abandoned building that exploded Wednesday, devastating nearby houses and killing at least 34 people. But he declined to assign blame.
"We're still working with the Iraqi security forces to determine exactly what happened in terms of why it exploded or how it exploded," Smith said Sunday at a news conference.
The military has said al Qaeda was believed to be behind a suicide attack the next day that killed the Ninevah provincial police chief and two other officers as they toured the site of the blast.
The slaughter occurred in Talbiyah, a middle-class neighborhood on the fringes of the Shiite militia stronghold of Sadr City.
Neighbors told AP Television News that Hashim, a Shiite engineer from Karbala, had been the director-general of the Baghdad municipality office until he retired about four months ago.


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Listening to music can boost your productivity, inspire you to think creatively and motivate you on a Monday morning. Spotify has no shortage of playlists that can help you though a tough day in the office or power through your tasks while working at home!
Music is also said to improve your morale, as you're invariably going to listen to music you like, create a personal space enabling you to work with less interruptions, and affect the speed at which you work.
An example of music influencing your efficiency and speed is the different types of tunes brands use in their outlets. Fast food chains often play upbeat and quick tempo tunes to increase the turnover of customers, whereas shops that want you to browse play more relaxing 'lift' type music.
There are many studies and articles available that detail the benefits that music has on your focus, health, concentration and productivity.
One such study by Teresa Lesiuk found that IT workers who listened to music completed tasks quicker and were more creative than those who didn't. Another study found that 9 out of 10 workers perform better when listening to (the right) music.