A Totally 80's Prom!

If you're planning ahead and already thinking of this fall, then be sure to put this on the calendar! On October 7th, 2011, parents from the Kentwood schools are putting on a different kind of prom: it has an 80's theme and it's only open to people 21 years of age or older! The unique event is being held to raise money for schools that have been stifled by recent budget cuts. Held at the classy Westchester Elks Lodge in Playa del Rey, CA, on Manchester Ave., it's sure to be a hit! Legendary DJ and 80's-music extraordinaire, Richard Blade, will be playing the beats all night. If dancing isn't your thing, though, there will be plenty more to keep you busy, like a silent auction, raffle, costume contest, the crowning of prom king and queen, and a full bar. All proceeds benefit the Kentwood Elementary Education Fund. This is an attempt by great parents to save their kids education. Its a great way to help out and have a good time!

For tickets and more information visit 80sprom90045.com

(o.p. 5/21/11)

The Poor Was Not Meant To Succeed!

photo's by Tundae

by Melanie Shaw Today it is almost impossible to succeed in American society because only the wealthy remain educated and prosperous, whereas the poor continue to be impoverished. The education system is corrupt, debasing those that can barely afford a college education by increasing tuition fees and diminishing resources available to students. Not only are less fortunate college students facing obstacles in obtaining an education, but budget cuts are tremendously impacting high schools in low-income neighborhoods as well. In the CBS News article, "California Budget Cuts Hit Poor Schools Harder", the author mentions, “California public schools struggle to provide all students with a quality education amidst economic crisis and deep cuts to education spending.” How can any public educational facility provide their students with quality education if the state continues to remove after-school programs, shorten school days, take away performing arts programs, remove summer school, and increase tuition in California state universities? The majority of students that are residents in urbanized neighborhoods will have limited resources offered in public schools, and will either have to work even harder to stay in school, or be discouraged from even attending school at all.