Recent Event Highlights: PVSD board approves new middle school dean position - Camarillo Acorn, School district opens new doors for independent study program - Thousand Oaks Acorn, Classrooms reopen next week - Thousand Oaks Acorn, Prepare for the big one - Agoura Hills Acorn, Only two to challenge incumbents on CVUSD board - Thousand Oaks Acorn, Point Dume parents readying charter school application - Malibu Times, and 47 more...
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PVSD board approves new middle school dean positionCamarillo Acorn... assistant superintendent of business services for two years, left Pleasant Valley in July for a similar post with Conejo Valley Unified School District. ...
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School district opens new doors for independent study programThousand Oaks AcornHe'll put the three traditional high schools in Conejo Valley Unified School District up against any in the state when it comes to the education they ...
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Classrooms reopen next weekThousand Oaks AcornClasses reopen in Conejo Valley Unified School District Wed., Sept. 1, proving again that time flies. Many of us are wondering, “Where did summer go? ...
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Prepare for the big oneAgoura Hills AcornCompared to San Fernando Valley and the LA Basin, which are filled with soft sediments that amplify ground shaking, the Conejo Valley rests on more solid ...and more »
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Only two to challenge incumbents on CVUSD boardThousand Oaks AcornThe road to a seat on the Conejo Valley Unified School District Board of Education became a little less crowded earlier this month when ...
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Point Dume parents readying charter school applicationMalibu TimesMarlo Hartsuyker, an attorney who recently went through the charter process for an elementary school in the Conejo Valley Unified School District in ...
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Ventura County's schools rent out facilities to earn a little money during summerVentura County Star... between what schools are able to raise based on the neighborhood,” said Superintendent Jeffrey Baarstad of the Conejo Valley Unified School District. ...
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New Conejo Valley school offers 'hybrid learning'Ventura County StarConejo Valley Unified ran an independent studies program out of the adult school for years, but participants were still considered students at their regular ...
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Hemet school district's busing program earns 'A' in economicsPress-EnterpriseAlso, Hemet leased 34 buses to the Stockton district, and it provided transportation for the Conejo Valley district in Thousand Oaks because its drivers ...and more »
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So far, three to challenge for seats on school boardThousand Oaks AcornThere will be no walkovers when it comes to securing a seat on the Conejo Valley Unified School District Board of ...
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www.tekspertise.com John Preston has been in the computer high tech industry for 22 years. John has always had a knack for technical fundamentals and a great heart for helping people that goes back even in his childhood days, working on cars, motorcycles, and electronics. John took off in the computer industry when he was only 20 years old. thousandoaksbusinessclub.com This was the time when DOS was running on IBM Personal Computers. He started at a communication company who manufactured their on computers for telecommunications; there John learned his fundamentals of how computers and networks work. Continuing with his education and skills John ventured out on his own in 1995, the start of the Internet with Windows 95 and opened Computer Environments in Westlake Village. This started his career of being a top notch Computer Consultant. There John built computers, engineered networks for small businesses and home owners. John built many relationships with businesses and community groups. John went to work for the local school district, working with a team of professionals that what to give back to the community in offering education in retraining skills to people who need a new career. John spent his time their creating an education training program that taught people how to repair computers, setup network, and obtain Microsoft and Cisco certification and finding jobs for them. Today John has moved away from teaching full time and now focuses his attention as a computer ...
Elizabeth Topp has 17 years of experience working with individuals and organizations on personal and professional development and transformation. Her work includes executive coaching, consulting, and cross-cultural training for leaders, global work teams and expatriate families with clients such as 3M, Honeywell, Medtronic, General Electric, & Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne. She holds a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology and a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology & Holistic Human Development, and is the creator of the Presence-Based Coaching™ leadership development model. Tim is a co-founder of shiftalliance, a think tank, consultancy and community focused on 'meaningful business models. Before this Tim had a 28-year career first as an industrial designer, then as a leader helping companies build, fix, or re-set their internal design cultures. He led design in a variety of industries: computers (manager, industrial design studio, Apple), office products (vp, consumer products design ACCO), cell phones (corp vp consumer experience design, Motorola), toys and kid focused consumer products (vp consumer products design, Mattel), to digital entertainment (partner, director of user experience, entertainment and devices, Microsoft). The first TEDxConejo was held on March 27, 2010 at the Scherr Forum in Thousand Oaks, Ca. TEDxConejo is an independently organized TED eventproduced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District. About TEDx, x = independently organized ...
Jerry Tessendorf is a Principal Graphics Scientist at Rhythm and Hues Studios, where he is also the technical lead for FX and simulation software development. He shared with three other members of Rhythm and Hues in 2008 a Technical Achievement Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the custom fluid dynamics tools developed within the studio. In addition to general 3D fluid dynamics, Jerry also develops algorithms and software for water surface dynamics, volume enhancement techniques, volume rendering, geometry tracking and texturing, and coupling of dynamical systems. These tools are in production use everyday across all shows in the studio. Jerry works closely with the artists and Technical Directors in the studio daily, and periodically gives seminars on the use of and theory behind these tools. The first TEDxConejo was held on March 27, 2010 at the Scherr Forum in Thousand Oaks, Ca. TEDxConejo is an independently organized TED eventproduced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general ...
Drew Kugler is now in his fourth decade of helping people and organizations around the world make sustainable progress in developing their willingness to work together more productively. As Founder of the Kugler Company, he works with executives and professionals on the never-ending issues of communication, leadership, and collaboration. Clients from all walks of industry and non profit fields review and refer to his work as discomforting and, at the same time, refreshing, practical, and inspiring. With a deep academic and teaching background in Communication Studies, Drew also brings to his work extensive corporate sales and marketing experience from the hotel, retail, and textile sectors. He has appeared on ABC, CBS News and NPR and has lectured at the School of Jewish Communal Service at Hebrew Union College and the Business Schools of Stanford University and NYU. The first TEDxConejo was held on March 27, 2010 at the Scherr Forum in Thousand Oaks, Ca. TEDxConejo is an independently organized TED eventproduced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED ...
Thomas Goetz is the executive editor of WIRED Magazine, and author of the new book The Decision Tree: Taking Control of Your Health in the New Era of Personalized Medicine. At WIRED, Goetz writes frequently on the confluence of medicine, health and technology. His cover stories at WIRED have covered the early detection of cancer, the advent of personal genomics, and the controversial diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. His work has been selected for both the Best American Science Writing and the Best Technology Writing anthologies. Since Goetz joined WIRED in 2001, the magazine has been nominated for 18 National Magazine Awards and has won six times, including the top award for general excellence three times, including in 2009. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition ...
Karon Wright is the President and Co-founder of The Greater Contribution. Together with thousands of like-minded groups around the planet, The Greater Contribution is committed to ending poverty and building a better world, based on compassion in action and using micro loans that give a hand up, not a hand out and allow poor women and their families to work their way out of poverty. Founding The Greater Contribution in 2006, Karon and her colleagues were motivated by a desire to make a greater contribution to give back and make a difference in the world. The Greater Contribution is dedicated to not only raising funds to fight poverty but also to raising awareness of the issues around poverty and providing an avenue for others who are looking for a way to make a greater contribution. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers ...
Arkady escaped Russia in 1988 and sought political asylum in the United States. Having only one suitcase and about $100 in his pocket, he started building his life in the new country, living the American Dream. He became an American citizen in 1996. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer ...
Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like ...
Emily Zolfaghari is currently a senior at La Reina High School. Shes involved in numerous extra-curricular activities from volunteering at Los Robles Hospital to participating in student government. Emily is particularly interested in the debate team and the science fair, both of which she has competed and placed in at the State of California level. She enjoys performing experimental research on ovarian cancer and will be returning back to the University of Southern California Cancer Center to conduct her third year of research. Emily plans on studying pre-medicine next year and wishes to pursue a career as an Emergency-Room Surgeon in the future. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified ...
What if artists, scientists and engineers could work together creatively in a new computational framework? Dr. JoAnn Kuchera-Morin is a composer, Professor of Media Arts and Technology and Music, and a researcher in multi-modal media systems, content and facilities design. She created, built, and designed the Center for Research in Electronic Art Technology and she has served as the Centers Director since its inception in 1986. Her years of experience in digital media research led to the creation of a multi-million dollar sponsored research program for the University of California—the Digital Media Innovation Program. She was Chief Scientist of the Program from 1998 to 2003. In 1999 she, along with her colleagues, established the Graduate Program in Media Arts and Technology and served as Chair of the Program from 1999 to 2005. In 2000 she began the creation, design, and development of a Digital Media Center within the California Nanosystems Institute. The culmination of her design is the Allosphere Research Laboratory, a three-story metal sphere inside an echo-free cube, designed for immersive, interactive scientific and artistic investigation of multi-dimensional data sets. She serves as Director of the Allosphere Research Facility. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at ...
Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. This is a short compilation video offering a sample of the day's speakers and performers. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx ...
Opening remarks by Don Levy at TEDxConejo. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events ...
Richard Kick discusses the changes in higher math education as the study of computer science evolves. Kick teaches AP Math at Newbury Park High School and serves on several committees of the College Board. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology ...
Student and professional artist Hogan Fulton performs at TEDxConejo Hogan Fulton is a freshman at Thousand Oaks High School. He has been dancing since the age of five and has trained in styles of dance including jazz, tap, hip-hop, ballet, and contemporary. At the age of seven, he began competing as a member of the Expression Dance Company at Bobbies School of Performing Arts and continues to take dance classes there during the week. In the last four years, he has studied ballet at California Dance Theatre while performing in many of their productions through Pacific Festival Ballet including The Nutcracker, The Secret Garden, The Sea Princess, and the upcoming original production of Noahs Ark. Hogan also enjoys singing and is involved in theatre. He has performed in local shows such as The Music Man (Cabrillo), The Sound of Music, Pepitos Story (Debbie Allens Dance Academy), and 7th and Schwartz. Hogan had the unique opportunity of traveling to Sydney and London two summers ago to train for and perform as Billy in the London West End production of Billy Elliot the Musical for seven months. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual ...
Student leader Zak Kukoff offers a recipe for action and involvement in his talk at TEDxConejo. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading ...
Psychologist Ilana Kukoff discusses the cost of non-communication in relationships and offers insight into the solution. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit ...
Pianist Hans Gao performs at TEDxConejo Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that ...
World music artist Yuval Ron tells a mystical story and plays his oud in the closing session of TEDxConejo, held at the SherrForum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza on March 27. The first-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music ...
Recorded at TEDxConejo 2010, designer Steen Strand talks about a revolutionary rethinking of personal, recreational aviation. Thefirst-ever TEDxConejo Conference, a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, brought a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. The conference is built on the model and under license from the TED Conference, an annual gathering of some of the worlds most fascinating and influential people. This local edition, brings together some of the leading minds in the area to share ideas, insight and discussion. The program features talks, ranging in length from 3 to 18 minutes, and conversation breaks where audience members and speakers have the opportunity to talk and exchange ideas. In addition to the internationally recognized presenters, the organizers have identified several outstanding area students who will speak or perform. The daylong program was organized around the theme, Whats The Big Idea, and is divided into three sessions: Thinking, Doing, and Seeing. Topics covered included the neuroscience of beliefs, innovations and discoveries in medicine and healthcare, the principles of meaningful enterprise, new ideas in education, effective communication, computer science and art, microfinance, psychology, human perception and music. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the ...
Roseann Zhong and Ashely Lim play piano and violin during session 1 - Thinking - at TEDxConejo on March 27, 2010 AboutTEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Listed at: $1299000 775 Parmenter Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA Estate Agents: Karen Crystal ph:805.625.0304 email:800041.lead@cendant.leadrouter.com Nicki LaPorta ph:805.625.0304 email:800041.lead@cendant.leadrouter.com Ewing & Associates, Sotheby's International Realty Welcome Home. Fabulous single story sequestered behind security gates with dazzling views of the Conejo Valley. Situated on almost a half an acre, backing open space on a cul-de-sac, featuring 4 BD 3.5 BA and 3280 square feet of privacy. Terrific open floor plan, light and bright with high ceilings and wood floors. A complete entertainer's delight with magnificent backyard pool & spa. Extremely updated and shows true pride of ownership! Within acclaimed award wining school district.
Opening Remarks at TEDxConejo by Conejo Valley Unified School District Superintendent of Schools, Mario Contini About TEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Listed at: $975000 1791 Shawness Ct, Westlake Village, CA Estate Agents: Karen Crystal ph:805.625.0304 email:kjcrystal@hotmail.com Nicki LaPorta ph:805.625.0304 email:laportan@aol.com Ewing & Associates, Sotheby's International Realty Nestled in the heart of North Ranch at the end of a cul-de-sac, this 4 bed, 3 bath home offers the utmost in style and comfort! Living room with vaulted ceilings, travertine floors and formal elevated dining room. The family chef will love the spacious gourmet kitchen with large center island, granite counters, built in pantries, stainless steel appliances and sunny breakfast room. The light & bright family room with fireplace opens to the lovely kitchen. Desirable one full bedroom/bathroom which could function as an office or guest suite. Wide staircase leads upstairs to the elegant master suite with fireplace, sitting area and plenty of closet space. Private master bath with dual sinks, separate tub and enclosed shower. Retreat to the back patio to entertain guests or play in the spacious yard. Laundry Room, 3 car attached garage with direct access. Desirable neighborhood close to North Ranch Golf Course and Country Club and within the Conejo Valley award winning school district!
The first-ever TEDxConejo Conference, is a one-day locally organized gathering of renowned thinkers and doers produced in association with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, that will bring a diverse line-up of speakers to the Scherr Forum at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Center on March 27, 2010. A limited number of tickets are still available.
Listed at: $2295000 388 Lower Lake Rd, Westlake Village, CA Estate Agents: Nicki LaPorta ph:805.625.0304 email:nlaporta@ewingrealtygroup.net Karen Crystal ph:805.625.0304 email:kjcrystal@hotmail.com Ewing & Associates, Sotheby's International Realty Classic Lake Sherwood South Shore Beauty! Steps to the waterfront and your own private boat dock with direct Lake access. Enjoy tranquility & serenity in this peaceful private setting featuring 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and appox. 4000 square feet. Desirable circular driveway entrance welcomes you home to this absolutely charming Cape Cod styled home built in 1998. Breathtaking views of Lake Sherwood are enjoyed from the wrap around veranda. Entertain in the gourmet chef's kitchen and relax in the Family room. Original wood floors, high ceilings, and picture windows. Stunning Lake views from the master suite with fireplace. This is one of the BEST lots behind the gates, adjacent to a private park, minutes to the Sherwood Country Club, close to shopping, restaurants & entertainment. Acclaimed Award Winning Conejo Valley School District. Lake privileges such as boating and fishing are enjoyed all in a lifestyle defined by the serene waters of Lake Sherwood!
Supt. to retire this yearCoastline Pilot... School District, and later accepted the same role with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, the largest school system in Ventura County. ...and more »
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Immediate cuts for Chino school districtPrescott Daily CourierFour hundred and seventy-five students in the Chino Valley Unified School District had the services they are receiving at school cut Jan. 7. ...There's no place like homeThousand Oaks AcornDistrict may cut summer school programBeach Reporterall 5 news articles »
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• Briefly In EducationCoastline PilotHe has also been superintendent of the Conejo Valley Unified School District and the Hueneme Elementary School District. He has received many honors and ...Schools Chief to RetireLaguna Beach Independentall 3 news articles »
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Some local school districts will be on sidelines for Race to the TopVentura County StarConejo Valley Unified School District trustees decided Tuesday night to submit an amended MOU to the state — even though state officials have said those ...and more »
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Longtime TO school custodian vacates union leadership postVentura County StarWhen the Conejo Valley Unified School District was formed, he transferred to custodian. Soon, his attention to detail and bright collection of tie-dyed ...
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Schools are facing new round of cutsVentura County StarThe Conejo Valley Unified School District expects to have to cut about $7 million in its 2010-11 budget, said Deputy Superintendent Jeffrey Baarstad, ...and more »
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Park Oaks to become 'model' school instead of closingVentura County StarConejo Valley Unified School District officials said Park Oaks School will not be considered for closure and will instead become a ...
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School district looks at budget challengeThousand Oaks AcornConejo Valley Unified School District's budget committee has begun looking for the several million dollars they'll need to ...Park Oaks school closure is taken off the table in CVUSDThousand Oaks Acornall 2 news articles »
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Phelps is new board presidentThousand Oaks AcornThe Conejo Valley Unified School District Board of Education has named its new president: Pat Phelps. ...
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Ventura County StarCamarillo district to expand child-care programVentura County StarSince the Conejo Valley Unified School District started its child-care program 20-plus years ago, demand has ballooned and waiting lists and long lines have ...
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...Conejo Valley Unified School District will open its first middle school academy next year at a Newbury Park campus. The Discover Academy of Engineering & Applied Sciences will open in fall 2010 at Sequoia Middle School, offering sixth-graders an opportunity...
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...Contini, superintendent of the Conejo Valley Unified School District, announced Tuesday that he will retire at the end of the school year in June. Contini has held the top position in the district for the past four years, and has been an educator for 39 years....
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Family room. Picture windows offer stunning Lake views from the master suite with fireplace. This is one of the BEST lots behind the gates, adjacent to a private park, minutes to the Sherwood Country Club, close to shopping, restaurants & entertainment. Acclaimed Award Winning Conejo Valley School District. Lake privileges such as boating and fishing are enjoyed all in a lifestyle defined by the serene waters of Lake Sherwood! ... "westlake village homes" "lake sherwood homes" "thousand oaks ...
Classic Lake Sherwood South Shore Beauty! Steps to the waterfront and your own private boat dock with direct Lake access. Enjoy tranquility & serenity in this peaceful private setting featuring 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and appox. 4000 square feet. Desirable circular driveway entrance welcomes you home to this absolutely charming Cape Cod styled home built in 1998. Breathtaking views of Lake Sherwood are enjoyed from the wrap around veranda. Entertain in the gourmet chef's kitchen and relax in the Family room. Picture windows offer stunning Lake views from the master suite with fireplace. This is one of the BEST lots behind the gates, adjacent to a private park, minutes to the Sherwood Country Club, close to shopping, restaurants & entertainment. Acclaimed Award Winning Conejo Valley School District. Lake privileges such as boating and fishing are enjoyed all in a lifestyle defined by the serene waters of Lake Sherwood!
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