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Award goes to Cascadia CC
Cascadia Community College was recently named as one of 12 recipients of the 2003 PBS-O’Banion Prize.
This award recognizes Cascadia’s commitment to education that is focused on learners and their success, officials said.
An international feast at EvCC
Everett Community College will be hosting a celebration of international cuisine from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, June 2 on the Parks Student Union Plaza. Paella, a traditional Spanish dish, will be served from noon to 1 p.m. and Flamenco dancing performances will start at 1 p.m. Paella preparation begins at 10 a.m.
Tickets are $10 per person and must be purchased in advance by May 29. To purchase tickets, contact Tim Madison at 425-388-9553, or Sharla Stritzke at 425-388-9201, or sstritzk@evcc.ctc.edu. For more information, contact Vidal Martin at 425-388-9375.
Computer classes at Everett CC
Everett Community College is offering free computer classes designed for “absolute beginners” to interested adults to learn the basics of home computing. The program will cover setup, the basics in Microsoft Word, word processing, basics of the Internet, and simple spreadsheets.
Classes are held at the Everett Station, 3201 Smith Avenue, Room 411, in downtown Everett.
Classes will be from 10 a.m. to noon June 14 and 28.
For more information and registration, call the EvCC adult education department at 425-388-9291.
HS grad party donations needed
To raise money to support the Jackson High School Class of 2006 All-Night Graduation Party, the JHS Parent Class of 2006 Committee is asking for donations.
The graduation party is an adult-supervised function for Jackson High School seniors only, and ensures a safe, substance-free celebration after graduation.
Business and individual donations can be sent to: Jackson High School, c/o JHS Parent Class of 2006, 1508 136th St. SE, Mill Creek, Wash. 98012. For more information, e-mail Parents2006@hotmail.com.
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