Barnes and Noble Storytelling and Book Fair

June 3, 2009

7pm

Barnes and Noble at

Tyler Galleria

Come and enjoy a story with CSDR parent

Michelina Fisher

Proceeds from book fair will be contributed to CSDR

(Friends of CSDR). Be sure to arrive early for your

raffle ticket for a Barnes and Noble gift certificate.

Storytelling begins promptly at 7pm.

Sponsored by Friends of CSDR

F.E.A.S.T cranks up the burners and the stakes, in this highly anticipated, first annual Iron Deaf Cook competition

Excited spectators flocked to the Kitchen stadium built by Mike Anderson and his team of students.  CSDR staff, students and families of the competitors entered the already crowded room.

Enthusiasm, camaraderie, and collaboration amongst the teams was amazing as they crafted the meals entirely on their own. Ian’s cooks were well trained and applied what had been taught in class. Members of each team were paired up. The pairs worked on a different course of the meal all while the eyes of an engaged audience observed.

By the third hour, intensity heightened, the teams frantically were racing to complete their masterpieces while Ian Goldstien, Chef Teacher, maintained  self- composure and calmness until the end of the competition. . .. Then judgment time!

The student competitors held their breath while anxiously watching the panel of judges.

Red Team or White team? Verdict was in. Regardless the outcome all of the student competitor’s sportsmanship was fabulous!

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CSDR’s first annual IRON DEAF COOK was a delicious success!

Elysian Park:  June 06, 2009

10am-3pm; Picnic Site, 1B

 

 

 

 

PSWT and CSDR invites you to participate the Los Angeles area picnic gathering!

There will be information, games, presentations, and lots of FUN!

Last Name bring:

A-I  Cold Salads

J-Q      Drinks

R-Z      Desserts

 

Meat will be provide by CSDR

 

Additional Information; Contact Ileana Doña:

Spanish 951-782-4323

Rachel or Claudia: 951-782-6579

Mike Anderson: Manderson@csdr-cde.ca.gov

Lruiz@csdr-cde.ca.gov

“We are pleased with the new Web site and have committed numerous projects for ASL EXPO to expand training sessions and unique adventures for the deaf,” said James Kittell, ASL MEDIA CEO. “This new site showcases sophisticated event information and provides visitors information about the show, a place to reserve advance free-admission passes, photos, travel information and more.”

Useful features of the site are available for attendees, exhibitors, and subscribers as follows.
• Attendees: Reserve free-admission passes, check out photos, and learn about special events and show exhibitors.
• Exhibitors: Fill out exhibitor forms, request booth information package.
• Subscribers: Read about what’s happening with ASL EXPO.

The ASL EXPO schedule is as follows:

September 19 — Worcester, MA
October 10 — Costa Mesa, CA
October 17 — Pittsburgh, PA
October 24 — Rochester, MN
November 7 — Landover, MD
December 5 — Lansing, MI
December 12 — Mesa, AZ

If you are interested in exhibiting at the show, you may reserve a booth space ASAP at http://www.aslexpo.com/index.php/exhibitors.html.

About ASL EXPO
ASL EXPO, short for American Sign Language Exposition, is an entertainment venue celebrating the language and culture of the deaf. It is a showcase consisting of various craft, community service, and high technology booths and provides an opportunity for members of the deaf and hard of hearing community to gather and learn about exciting new technology in a fun-filled atmosphere.

Once inside the ASL EXPO, check your program for a listing of all training seminars, game shows, Kiddie ASL EXPO, and presentation shows. Also, take time to visit all the booths and let the language and culture of the deaf experience unfold before you. Watch a demonstration of Web development or fine cooking. Pick up the latest gossip from the neighborhood. Thrill to the DARE OR NO DARE games, and then browse the wares at one of several fine craft booths. There’s too much to do in a single ASL EXPO!

For more information, visit www.aslexpo.com.

About ASL MEDIA LLC
Founded in 2002, ASL MEDIA LLC is a business development company focusing on five key areas: entertainment, education, technology, operations, and marketing. Headquartered in southern California, the privately held company is owned by a deaf business developer.

For more information, visit www.aslmedia.com.

Where: Huntington Beach, CA

http://www.ci.huntington-beach.ca.us/

Time: 2:15-8:00 p.m.

(Rubidoux 3 decided to use the money from the Valentine’s Gram fundraising project to spend a great day at the beach! The girls are really looking foward to this event.)

State Farm selected 100 candidates from a pool of thousands across the nation to sponsor Global Youth Service Day. California School for the Deaf, Riverside (CSDR) was one of those groups selected.

Global Youth Service Day is a three-day event that engaged millions of youth in more than 100 countries, in addressing unmet needs in their communities. Young people worked on the world’s most pressing problems, such as climate change, poverty, disease, disaster relief and prevention, violence, and more. The ulitmate goal for Global Yough Service Day is to increase the youth service movement throughout the whole year, not just the three-day event.

CSDR’s project was to select two Deaf senior citizens and do repairs and improvements on their homes. Six students who have been taking the construction technology class participated in this project which occurred on April 24^th – 26^th, 2009.

The following students were involved:
Main participants: Hector Cano, Joaquin Vides, Quincy Pitts, Richard Iancululi, Daniel Hernandez and Joshue Andrade. See the picture below.

 

When it was all over, everyone was tired, but very proud of the work we had done. And we were never hungry thanks to our wonderful food sponsors: Del Taco, Farmer Boy’s, Subway, DeMatteo’s Pizza, Panera Bread, In-N-Out Burgers, SuperMex, Starbuck’s, Chipotle, Cold Stone, Dairy Queen and California Pizza Kitchen.

 

Just in case you didn’t see the Riverside Press Enterprise’s article: click 

 http://www.pe.com/localnews/inland/stories/PE_News_Local_S_deaf25.3eb614c.html

 

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Leslie Oskins as Puck and Macro Duarte as Oberon

 

The heart of Shakespeare’s words came alive as the English-Language Arts High School Department hosted the first-ever Shakespeare Scene Festival (SSF) at CSDR. Selected classes studied at least one play written by William Shakespeare, and then they selected at least one scene from a play to be performed for an audience.

Tim Foley, Cathy Ayala, Shani Ambrester, Taylor Doty, Chris Vega and Anthony McDonald

After reading and understanding a scene, students in Mrs. Pate’s class revised their scenes by writing their own adaptations, incorporating newly acquired vocabulary and improvised stage directions. Some students worked in groups to create comic strips to make sure they understood that particular scene.

Kevin Wnek as Duke, Leslie Bosch as Queen, Zimena Beccera as Hermia, Mark Garcia as Lysander, Angel Cobos as Demetrius and Julie Love as Egeus

Many students had to act out the scene as they read. One freshman student remarked, “Wow. It makes more sense when we get up and act it out! I understand it better!” Students in Mrs. Valencia’s and Mrs. Rybock’s classes studied their scenes in depth and worked on reading comprehension skills through performance. Mrs. Hausman made a wonderful playbill that was included during SSF – and without it, we would have been lost. Mrs. Thompson coordinated the stage to make sure everything ran smoothly

Each 1st place winner was awarded $25.00 gift cards from Best Buy and Toys R Us and all participants received a certificate of participation.

Thanks to everyone who submitted their artwork. Your creative work was very much appreciated.

Gena Fischer
Deaf Visual Arts Gallery Coordinator

Here’s the winners:

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Visual Arts
1 Christina Vu, Riverside - “ASL Butterfly”
2 Aspen Goldstein, Riverside - “My Eyes See Everything”
3 Libinia Munzo, Marlton - “The Gorilla Marches”

Literature
1 Nathaniel Humpal, Riverside - “The Scary Trick”
2 Jacob Weiss, Riverside - “WSBC Basketball”

MIDDLE SCHOOL
Visual Arts
1 Ka Youa Xiong, Fremont - “Ka Youa”
2 Ramy Bustamante, Riverside - “Deaf Robot”
3 Mayra Rios, Fremont - “Mayra”

HIGH SCHOOL
Visual Arts
1 Adrian Medina, Riverside - “Blue & Orange Fishes”
2 Joshua Collins, Riverside - “Lonely Flower”
3 Jeremy Warshaw, Riverside - “Self-Portrait”

Photography
1 Marco Durate, Riverside - “Reflections”
2 Angela Ferguson, Riverside - “Well Wishes”
3 Luis Estrella, Riverside - “Autumn Designs”

Literature
1 Cody Dike, Fremont - “Beauty Thru Deaf Eyes”
2 Janel Schmidt, Fremont - “Raining Pencils”
3 Micah Morris, Fremont - “Forbidden Eyes”

May 7 & 8, 2009

7 PM - 8:30 PM

Social Hall

Thursday, the 7th - Free Admission

Friday, the 8th - Adults - $7,  Students - $5, Under 3 - Free

This will be part of the Mother, Father Deaf Day* which is the 15th annual Potluck Picnic in honor of Deaf parents nationwide! We are inviting EVERYONE: partners, spouses, children, friends, even if parents cannot attend.

When: Sunday, April 26, 2009

Where: Washington Park

(Located 2 blocks west of CSDR, off Mary Street between Lincoln and Victoria Avenues)

Time:  11:00 am ~ 2:00 pm

Last names beginning with

A ~ L: Please bring a side dish or salad M ~ Z: Please bring a main dish Desserts will be provided!

Also BRING: cameras, blankets, folding chairs, drinks and plates/forks for the potluck. Don’t forget sun block, and we ask for a donation for the Lizard Wizard event.

*Deaf parents are a special type of mother and father. In 1994, this organization, Children of Deaf Adults (CODAs) decided to designate one day each year for hearing children (young & old) everywhere to honor their Deaf parents: Mother, Father Deaf Day, held each year on the last Sunday in April. The day is usually marked with events like picnics, beach outings, etc.

This film is about the Earth in danger of losing its power to communicate (imagine a life without videophones!?!). We will have two showings of this film, one at 4:30 p.m. and another at 7:30 p.m. in the Digital Library Auditorium at Riverside Community College, 4800 Magnolia Avenue. To get a glimpse of this movie click on the link  http://vpmanfilm.com

The link to the flyer is below in blue. Ticket are ten dollars per person.

IMPACT 

Independently Merging Parent Associations of California Together

Together for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

IMPACT

April 2009

Special Announcement

IMPACT is pleased to announce that we will hold our Spring Symposium on May 9th in Modesto, California and we also will be participating in two other events in April. To ensure you know about these events, we wanted to send out a quick announcement so that you can “Save the Date” on your calendar.

IMPACT is an all-volunteer organization.

Would you like to support the efforts of IMPACT Statewide and in your local area? Board members are elected each year at the symposium.

Please email us at info@impactfamilies.org if you would like more information.

IMPACT Vision:

Empowered parents raising happy and successful children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

IMPACT Mission Statement:

We are united in providing support for parents of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing through education and outreach activities in the spirit of respect for all.   

Thank you for your support and we appreciate you forwarding this message to any other families you know with Deaf or Hard of Hearing children. 

IMPACT 2009 Spring Symposium

Making It Clear:

Improving Behavior and Communication

For parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children.  All families welcome regardless of language/communication choice

Saturday, May 9

8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Martin Petersen Event Center

750 12th Street

Modesto, CA 95354

Spanish and ASL interpreters will be provided.

Childcare is not provided.

Keynote Speaker: Daniel Langholtz, LCSW Interactive panel discussion with parents and professionals from signing and oral backgrounds.

Breakout Workshops:

Parent Communication Toolbox: Signing

Parent Communication Toolbox: Speaking and Listening

Parent Behavior Toolbox

Parent Behavior Toolbox (Spanish-Speaking)

Thank you Stanislaus County Office of Education and NORCAL for your generous support.

Professionals, please email info@impactfamilies.org to receive this information in English and Spanish via email attachment.

IMPACT will participate in…

Sign n’ Run

IMPACT will have a booth at the Sign n’ Run on Sunday, April 19, 2009 from 8:30am - 2:00pm.

The 5k and ASL Festival will have Entertainment, Info Booths, and Shows.

EVERYONE is welcome! Students, staff, faculty, alumni, families, friends, signers, and non-signers.  Come to celebrate American Sign Language, Deaf culture, community, and connections at the campus of California State University, Northridge

For more inforamtion or to register as a runner/walker with sponsors please visit www.csun.edu/ncod or email ncod@csun.edu

Children under 13 free.  

TREC Conference

IMPACT will also have a booth at the TREC Conference on  April 25th,

2009 from 10:00am - 3:00pm.

The Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness Presents Transitional Resources and Educational Choices for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students 

The Conference is for parents of children with a hearing loss to provide options and assistance with educational and transitional plans.

Location: Greater Los Angeles Agency on Deafness (GLAD)

2222 Laverna Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90041

 

Hearing Families with Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Survey

Participants must be 18 years of age and a hearing parent of a Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing child between the ages of 3-8. The goal of this study is to provide an understanding of how influences more removed from a deaf child’s immediate environment affects the child’s development.

Families interested in participating in a research project investigating the relationship between parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing, and hearing health professionals, and how that may impact their child’s well-being are invited to paste the link below. Survey is being conducted by the Clinical Psychology Department at Gallaudet University.

https://www .psychdata.com/s.asp?SID=127993

 

It’s Easy to Update your Contact Information with us today.

Have you recently moved, changed your phone number or email address? 

Don’t forget to update your contact information with IMPACT.

Keeping your contact information updated in our database is easy and fast!

Email your current contact information to membership@impactfamilies.org.

How to Subscribe to IMPACT E-News

Would your spouse or your child’s grandparents, baby sitter, teacher or even your neighbor like to receive

E-News from IMPACT?

Please email to newsletter@impactfamilies.org

Include name and email address, including any other contact information is optional.

For as little as $30 a year you can join or renew and support the state’s largest and oldest family resource coalition solely focused on advocating for the parents and guardians of deaf and hard-of-hearing children. The one commonality of raising children who are deaf and hard-of-hearing brings us together and gives this issue greater visibility. 

Join or Renew your membership online at http://www.impactfamilies.org/membership.htm

 

Riverside Sorenson VRS Interpreting Center Open House
You are invited to the Riverside Sorenson Video Relay Service (SVRS) Interpreting Center Open House. Please join us for an opportunity to meet Ron Burdett, Vice President of Community Relations, for Sorenson Communications. Tours of the interpreting center and light refreshments will also be available.

Date:
Thursday, April 30th, 2009
Time:
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location:
Riverside SVRS Interpreting Center
1835 Chicago Ave #B
Riverside, CA 92507

RSVP:
Nancy Jass at njass@sorenson.com

Sorenson Open House flyer

Karen started the exciting activity of making ice cream!

 

Rayzele was busy making, making ice cream!

 

Karen asked the class "how much" milk they had to use.

 

The class remained fascinated, fascinated, fascinated!

 

This machine kept students wondering and wondering!

THE RESULT!!!!!!!!!!

AFA is committed to:
1. human and linguistic rights of Deaf people
2. unmasking audism and media misrepresentation
3. advocating for future generations

Link, www.audismfreeamerica.blogspot.com

Here’s an awesome update AFA encouraging Alexander Graham Bell (AGB) to work with us and support ASL-English Bilingual Education for all Deaf and Hard of Hearing infants and students! (Waving Hands!) What a historical moment.

The following was “paged” about the progress in meeting with representatives from AGB

AFA’s Patti Durr, Ruthie Jordan, and Karen Christie sat w/ AGB CEO Alexander T. Graham, their lawyer, and their PR person (Catherine Murphy).  At first AGB refused to agree to AFA’s 3 demands, then AFA held a “sit-in.”  Police came, then AGB changed their mind and now that we have their signatures to our 3 demands- this is monumental! 

AGB has agreed to present our demands to the board and follow up with a meeting. We have their signatures on the following 3 demands.

1) stop excluding natural languages
2) stop media misrepresentation of Deaf people- they never retracted their Pepsi letter, and
3) support impartial research on Choclear Implants

Amy E. Hile, Ph.D.
M.A. Program Director
Department of Education
Gallaudet University
amy.hile@gallaudet.edu

Friday, May 1, 2009
Door Opens 6:00PM; Show Starts7:00PM SHARP
California School for the Deaf
The Cave (Gym)
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506

$5.00 Adult
$3.00 Children Age 12-Under
FREE Children Age 5-Under on parents lap

100% Proceeds go to CCG CSDR
Community Group
Contact: gvisco@csdr-cde.ca.gov

**Tickets will be sold only at the door
Game hosted by John Maucere
Watch the Game Show LIVE on the internet
www.deafnation.com

The University of Redlands Theatre Arts Department presents Mike Ervin’s irreverent, romantic comedy The History of Bowling, April 2-5, 2009 in the Glenn Wallichs Theatre.   Ervin’s play, which has been produced in regional theatres across America and up to Alaska, punctures both the lowly and the mighty as two mismatched lovers take on an alternative PE assignment.   The quick-paced comedy challenges the dehumanization of people with disabilities and argues for social and personal acceptance.  “You don’t have to be a part of the disability community to find this play entertaining and worth while,” says the production’s Community Liaison and disability advocate, Cody Unser.  Cody continues: “The History of Bowling brings to the stage challenges we all face. . .  life lessons in hilarious moments.  I am so excited to be a part of something so real and eye opening.”

This production marks the first time that the Department of Theatre Arts of the University of Redlands will be offering two performances interpreted in American Sign Language for deaf and hard-of-hearing audience members (Thursday, April 2^nd at 8:00 PM and Sunday, April 5^th at 2:00 PM).  The interpreted performances are made possible through the support of the University of Redlands Office of Students with Disabilities.  Additional support provided by the California Arts Council and the National Arts and Disability Center.

 

 

Performance Times:                          April 2, 3, 4 - 8:00 PM April 5 –2:00 PM

Thursday evening, April 2, and Sunday Matinee, April 5, will be interpreted in American Sign Language.

Wheelchair accessible.

 

Location:                                            University of Redlands Glenn Wallichs Theatre (Between Colton and Citrus Avenues)

 

Ticket Prices:                                     General admission- $10.00
University of Redlands Students and Staff - $6.00; Seniors - $6.00

                                                           

To Reserve Tickets:                          The Glenn Wallichs Theatre accepts reservations by phone. Call the Theatre Arts office at (909) 748-8028 to reserve your tickets. Or email victoria_lewis@redlands.edu.

                                                                       

To Purchase Tickets:                         The box office window accepts cash, check, and credit card payments and opens 30 minutes prior to show time. Those who have made reservations by phone should be at the Theatre no later than 15 minutes before show time.

 

For General Information:                  For further information please contact the Theatre Arts Department at (909) 748-8028 or at www.redlands.edu/theatrearts.asp

 

Who: CSDR, CSD-Fremont, and Marlton

When: Friday-Saturday, April 3-4, 2009

Time: 4-8 pm on 4/3; All day on 4/4

Where: The Cave (CSDR Gym)

Admission: Friday $3/ Saturday $5

Under 5 FREE

 

Contact Person: Jeremias Valencia

E-mail: JEValencia@csdr-cde.ca.gov

 

On the 12th of March 2009, we hosted the Vehicle Day/Career Awareness Day for ECE/Elementary/Middle School and Special Needs students. They indeed had a lot fun! We would love to do it again next year.

We wanted to thank the following service providers and local businessmen for their contribution.

Walter’s Mercedes Benz displayed a Smart Car.

CSDR Warehouse showed a Toyota Fork Lift.

Riverside Fire Department #3 provided a long ladder Fire Engine.

Riverside Police Department had three units present:  Our Superintendent was flown down in an RPD helicopter, A K9 unit showed up briefly, and members from RPD SWAT showed a full armor truck, gear and equipment.

Awesome Limousine provided a luxury stretch limo.

Around the Clock Pest Control showed off all their work gear.

Malcolm Smith brought fantastic toys: Diahatus Midget- a fully loaded music blasting toy; Sea-Doo; Bombardier quad and the Can –AM Spyder (You may request a demo ride at Malcolm Smith Motor sports, simply mention CSDR’s event.)

All the participants made this such a wonderful experience for the children as well as the grown-ups! The participants were especially gracious as all of them encouraged the students to get in or on the vehicles!

All the vehicles were parked by the CSDR football field so our students could easily explore and learn. Teachers and staff enjoyed watching the students interact as they sat and played in the vehicles and just let their imaginations run wild!

Please click on the pictures!

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Para Quienes? Para todos!

Cuando?? 21de abril de 2009 @6:30PM

Traigo Que? Covijas, almoadas, y ropa comoda

PSWT vendera palomitas 50¢, dulces 50¢, agua o soda $1

Si tienen preguntas comuniquese con Georgette Visco at gevisco@csdr-cde.ca.gov

Where: Social Hall at CSDR

For who? Everyone

When? April 21st at 6:30PM

What to bring? Sleeping bag, pillow, and comfortable clothes

PSWT will sell popcorn for 50 cents, candies for 50 cents, and water or coke for $1.

Any questions: Contact Georgette Visco at gevisco@csdr-cde.ca.gov

Spread the Word to End the Word is a National Awareness Day to raise the public consciousness about the dehumanizing  and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word.

For more information, visit www.r-word.org

Check out our previous vLogs

When: TODAY
Time: 6:15 PM
Where: Student Center Room
          across the Library
*The location has been changed.�
The purpose is to discuss:
• How we can improve our educational program
• ASL Enrichment

Childcare: Available from 6:10PM to 8PM for $2 per child
*Drop your kid(s) off at ECE playground first.

ASL interpreters will be provided.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Carol Bella-Adams, CAC Chair at CACmembers@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you TONIGHT!

Check out our previous vLogs

April 2, 2009

6:30 to 8:30PM

Social Hall

Free admission

We will be selling refreshments.

If you are a parent and/or staff of csdr – you are more than welcome to attend!

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
Agenda

1) We NEED parent volunteers for our staff/teacher appreciation week (May 4th  – 8th)
2) New Business/By Laws
3) Upcoming Events
4) Comments/Concerns
General  meeting
March 30, 2008
6:30 pm

Elementary drop/pick up room
Childcare provided in #111

Reviews and Synopsis

 

 

“A NEARLY PERFECT MUSICAL!
Youthful gusto and a generous heart. Outstanding production values and top-notch cast.
An infectious score… three-and-a-half stars!”
- The Washington Times   

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“PRE-ADOLESCENT ANGST, WITH HARMONY…
Nobody’s Perfect delights with comic numbers and an excellent young cast.Â�
The songs are not only catchy but also infectiously performed. Bright ‘n’ lively!”
- The Washington Post   

Show Synopsis
Fourth grade is not easy and after spending a year planning her “positively purple” birthday party, Megan finds herself at odds with new student Alexis. To Megan, Alexis has it all: beauty, brains, and athletics–she’s practically perfect in every way. Though Megan tries to be nice to her, Alexis is anything but friendly, making Megan wonder, “Does she not like me because I’m deaf?” When they’re forced to collaborate on a science project, Megan discovers Alexis’s secret. Based on the children’s book by Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin (Best Actress, Children of a Lesser God) and Doug Cooney, this touching new musical–simultaneously performed in spoken English and American Sign Language–with Open Captions, is a poignant reminder that despite first impressions, nobody’s perfect. For ages 9 and up.  The show will be performed at the Norris Theater, 27570 Crossfield Dr., Rolling Hills Estates, 90274 on May 22 at 7:00, May 23 at 2:00 and 7:00, and May 24 at 7:00.  The show will also be performed at the Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion, 501 Indian Peak Rd., Rolling Hills Estates 90274, on June 4, 5 & 7 at 7:00 and at 2:00 on Sunday, June 7^th. Alana Smith will be playing the part of Megan, the Marlee Matlin role, in the show and Gillian Bozajian will be Megan’s voice.  The entire cast of 22 young actors will be using American Sign Language in addition to the spoken word.

 

 More Information!

 

You can get good directions to these addresses on Mapquest or with a GPS.  Ticket prices are $15 for adults and $10 for children up through middle school age.  The Box Office phone number is (316) 544-0403; then please ask for “the Box Office.” 

 

The drive is about 60 miles; 1 hour and 20 minutes from C.S.D.R. in good traffic conditions.  Carpooling is encouraged—carpool lanes are available for most of the drive, with Express Lanes on the 91 freeway for part of the drive.  You will need to allow more time during peak hours.  Parking is available in the shopping center lot, which is behind the Norris Theater, and across from the Norris Pavillion on Indian Peak Road.

 

 

This is a really great show for all ages, with a message that is very relevant to our times, with emphasis on friendship, understanding and the importance of communication.  The director, Coy Middlebrook, directed the Kennedy Center premiere of “Nobody’s Perfect” last year, and works often with Deaf West Theatre.  He was Associate Director of the highly acclaimed production of “Big River” that won a 2004 Tony Award for Excellence in the Theatre.  He was also the Associate Director of “Pippen” that recently ran at the Mark Taper Forum.  Coy Middlebrook brings hearing and deaf cast together in the Deaf West Theatre tradition in this west coast premiere of “Nobody’s Perfect.”

You’re going to love it!

“Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye” premiering Monday, April 6, with a two-hour opener (8:00 – 10:00 p.m., ET/PT) on ANIMAL PLANET, is inspired by the true story of Sue Thomas, who although profoundly deaf from the age of 18 months, overcame significant obstacles to work surveillance for the F.B.I., with the help of her loyal hearing dog, Levi.  This 9:00 p.m. Monday night series is a coming-of-age, suspenseful drama starring Deanne Bray, a severely deaf actress who like Sue Thomas, was strongly encouraged by her parents to speak and read lips as well as sign.  “Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye” is entertainment aimed not just at hearing audiences but at the more than 28 million deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States (10% of the population). As portrayed in the series, Thomas (Bray) is a somewhat sheltered young deaf woman who has recently graduated from college and who, along with her brand new hearing dog, Levi, is about to start her first real job – which happens to be with the F.B.I.  Disappointed when she is relegated to the tedious task of analyzing fingerprints, Sue doesn’t remain there for long.  A new acquaintance, F.B.I. agent Jack Hudson (Yannick Bisson) discovers her unique lip reading ability and enlists Sue and Levi to join the bureau’s elite surveillance team.  Suddenly Sue and Levi are “G-men,” caught up in a good deal more action than they ever bargained for.  But what they lack in experience, they make up for in spirit and enthusiasm.

There will be 26 episodes airing on every Monday.  You will see some episodes of Deaf guest stars on Sue Thomas: Fbeye.  Troy Kotsur, Phyllis Frelich, Jennifer Jackson, Vanessa Vaughn, Vida, and more!

Community Advisory Committee (CAC) will have an OPEN FORUM with our superintendent, Mr. Mal Grossinger, Director of Instruction, Ms. Alyce Berard and Curriculum Supervisor, Mrs. Erika Thompson. 

When: Tuesday, March 31
Time: 6:15 PM
Where: Conference Room 1

The purpose is to discuss:
• How we can improve our educational program
• ASL Enrichment

Childcare: Available from 6:10PM to 8PM for $2 per child

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Carol Bella-Adams, CAC Chair at CACmembers@gmail.com.
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We look forward to seeing you on March 31st

Buy Tickets Here!

May 14th (Thursday) at 6:30pm, $5
15th ( Friday) at 6:30pm, $5
May 16th (Saturday) at 6:30pm, $7

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Download the flyer here

Warning! These movies are for 13 years old and above.

Tickets are on sale in Yoon Lee¹s TV classroom, located in the Seeley building next to the library. Please be advised that tickets were sold out quickly last year, so make sure that you purchase your tickets early.

This year, we will have three other high schools participating: California School for the Deaf, Fremont; Madison High School in San Diego, and Maryland School for the Deaf.  Our five judges are: Ed Waterstreet, Linda Bove, Antoinette Abbamonte, Bob Hiltermann, and Michelina Fisher.

We are excited about our Annual CSDR Movie Night, and we can¹t wait to see all of the entries.

If you have any questions, please email me.

Thank you,
Yoon Lee
CTE TV Teacher
California School for the Deaf, Riverside
3044 Horace Street
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 782-6549 (Phone)
(951) 782-4161 (FAX)
ylee@csdr-cde.ca.gov

Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Time: 3:15 – 5 p.m.

Speaker: Tom Bull, known as Mr. Coda, come all the way from the East coast!
Author of “On the Edge of Deaf Culture: Hearing Children/Deaf Parents”
Thomas Bull, M.Div., M.A., CSC, CI, CT

Workshop includes movie, Power Point presentation, and thick handouts with lists of resources for CODAs and parents of KODAs

$5 donation would be much appreciated!

Contact persons: Erika Thompson and Mike Anderson

 

Thank you for your understanding.