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MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Marin college presidents' shuffle
This week College of Marin President Frances White announced her retirement at the end of the current school year--a year before her contract is scheduled to end. Read the f... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Nov 18, 2009 at 1:46 pm
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent 4 hours ago.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Don’t be a backseat baby boomer!
An 8-year-old seeks experience. Yours. Experience Corps Marin engages individuals “55 plus” in one-on-one tutoring situations, designed to boost student aca... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by stellaroo, a resident of the Mill Valley neighborhood, on Nov 2, 2009 at 3:03 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Tutors Needed In San Rafael Elementary Schools
Are you 55 or over and looking to make a meaningful contribution to your community? Want to make a real difference by using your unique experience and skill set? If so, Exp... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by stellaroo, a resident of the Mill Valley neighborhood, on Sep 24, 2009 at 11:39 am

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Students 'left behind' in Novato, San Rafael
Schools in Novato and San Rafael are facing penalties for failing to achieve federal standards as set by the 2001 No Child Left Behind Act. Read the full story here http://ww... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Sep 15, 2009 at 4:27 pm
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Sep 17, 2009 at 5:39 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
It's Never Too Late To Return To School!
What are you doing the rest of your life? Whether you are a retired baby boomer or someone over 55 who has been prematurely retired due to current economic downsizing, Experie... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by stellaroo, a resident of the Mill Valley neighborhood, on Sep 8, 2009 at 1:47 pm
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Sep 9, 2009 at 2:12 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Lottery yields $2.85M for Ross School
Ross School is the beneficiary of a $2.85 million school construction bond tax credit--won in a lottery between more than 230 school districts and county offices of education ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Sep 1, 2009 at 4:18 pm
There have been 10 comments on this topic, the most recent on Sep 20, 2009 at 10:49 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Denominaror III: Revolt Against the Kept Intellectuals
I thought the letters by Gary Steiger (August 21) and Edward Clapp (August 28) did a good job of pointing out that the conclusions in "Higher Miseducation" (August 14) ha... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Eina Dale, a resident of the San Rafael neighborhood, on Aug 30, 2009 at 1:25 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch at Greenwood School on September 19
Coming this September 18 and 19, Greenwood School will host an all-glass pumpkin patch show and sale. The show will feature over 1000 handmade blown glass pumpkins, all crafte... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Robin Fash-Boyle, a resident of the Mill Valley neighborhood, on Aug 25, 2009 at 7:10 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Letter of the Week:
Just read Samantha Campos's Back to School issue story about failing schools in high-priced neighborhoods ("Higher Miseducation," Aug. 14)... Read the full story here http:/... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Aug 25, 2009 at 5:30 pm
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Aug 25, 2009 at 5:30 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Community Ed Classes Begin Sept. 8
Try something you’ve always wanted to do this fall with Tam District Community Education. Fall classes in art, fitness, foreign languages, personal growth, business and sports... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by marinlearn@tamdistrict.org, a member of the Tamalpais High School community, on Aug 21, 2009 at 11:02 am

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Back to School: Career inopportunities
With economic pressure mounting during this recession, from a financial standpoint—it's good to be a grad. Recent college graduates who hail from Marin are not immediate... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Aug 20, 2009 at 2:03 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 26, 2009 at 8:33 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Back to school: On your mark...get cut...go!
"It's a nightmare!" Read the full story here http://www.pacificsun.com/story.php?story_id=3295 posted Friday, August 14, 2009, 12:00 AM READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Aug 14, 2009 at 8:38 am
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Aug 14, 2009 at 8:38 am.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Manners in Motion - 6th & 7th Graders - at Marin JCC
Osher Marin Jewish Community Center in San Rafael now accepting registration now for new social dance and etiquette program for 6th & 7th graders SAN RAFAEL, CA — ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Kim Taylor, a resident of the Novato neighborhood, on Aug 11, 2009 at 12:49 am

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Experience Corps Marin adds 4th school: Volunteers Needed
Experience Corps begins working at its fourth San Rafael elementary school this fall and is currently recruiting 20 new volunteers (age 55 and up) to work as tutors and mentor... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Deborah Phelan, a resident of another community, on Aug 10, 2009 at 1:37 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Free paddling trips for kids in Marin
Upcoming free canoeing and kayaking trips for kids age 9-15: Thur 8/13, 5:00pm-7:00pm: Corte Madera Creek. Meet at College of Marin and paddle into downtown Corte M... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Bill Robbins, a resident of the Kentfield neighborhood, on Aug 3, 2009 at 3:29 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Novato students off the bus
The Novato Unified School District Board voted this week to slash $550,000 from its transportation budget. Read the full story here http://www.pacificsun.com/news/show_story... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Jun 22, 2009 at 4:19 pm
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 23, 2009 at 11:03 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Walker Creek Outdoor School Meeting Tonight
Hello! As you know I have been the "principal" or formally the Outdoor School Manager for the Marin County Outdoor School at Walker Creek ranch for the last two years. Th... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Jason Morris, a resident of another community, on Jun 8, 2009 at 3:52 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 26, 2009 at 9:09 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
No new taxes!
It's time to vote.  That means the newspaper headlines are giving us the Doom and Gloom reports from the schools/firemen/homeless and everyone else on the government payroll u... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Marcia Blackman, a resident of the Santa Venetia neighborhood, on May 13, 2009 at 5:47 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on May 19, 2009 at 1:44 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Life Path Alignment Meditation
Here is a quick and simple way to look at your life path and see if you are in alignment: 1. Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes. 2. Bring your attention to... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Creative Fire School, a resident of the Sausalito neighborhood, on Apr 28, 2009 at 12:59 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Life Path Questions?
What does it mean when we are asked if we are on our life path? To me the question means, "Am I following my passions both physical and spiritual?" This question in clairvoy... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Creative Fire School, a resident of the Sausalito neighborhood, on Apr 28, 2009 at 12:57 pm

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Private thoughts about private schools
Now that the recession is hitting Marin hard I think it's time to voice my opinions about private school education. The costs are absorbitant and the return is not much better... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Sandy K., a resident of the Mill Valley neighborhood, on Apr 17, 2009 at 7:38 pm
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Apr 25, 2009 at 11:29 am.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Five high school student competing in Poetry Out Loud
Five local high school student will compete in a regional competition as part of the national "Poetry Out Loud" program at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at 142 Throckmorton Theatr... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Kim Taylor, a resident of the Novato neighborhood, on Feb 27, 2009 at 1:01 am

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Novato delays layoffs, clean energy decision
Novato school officials opted to not approve a plan that would lay off up to 59 teachers and school librarians, and eliminate athletic programs, in an effort to cut $5.8 milli... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Feb 14, 2009 at 7:21 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Feb 16, 2009 at 9:40 am.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Drastic drought measures for Bolinas
The Bolinas Community Public Utility District authorized measures last week that restricts its customers--not including schools and some businesses--to using no more than 150 ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Feb 11, 2009 at 10:52 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Feb 11, 2009 at 12:13 pm.

MARIN SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION
Kids' health and education tied to economy
According to the 2009 California Report Card, a new study released this week by the nonpartisan nonprofit organization Children Now, the current deficiencies in children's hea... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pacific Sun Online, on Jan 8, 2009 at 10:21 pm
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jan 9, 2009 at 8:59 am.

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