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California Department of EducationNews Release California Department of EducationNews Release Release: #22-51 October 31, 2022 SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced that 27 schools and school districts were selected through a competitive grant process to receive up to $400,000 each to expand a current dual language immersion program or establish a new one. “I applaud these schools for taking the initiative to invest in their dual language immersion programs,” Thurmond said. “Schools with strong dual language immersion programs are proven to promote strong academic performance among students from all backgrounds and, in the end, prepare our…

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Support local journalism. Unlock unlimited digital access to floridatoday.com Click here and subscribe today.In spite of political resistance and an atmosphere of threats targeting Central Florida drag queens, Space Coast Pride organizers said their street festival and parade last month were a success in downtown Melbourne — and they’ll do it again next year.But Melbourne City Council Member Tim Thomas has led public criticism since the Sept. 24 gay-pride events, sparking hours of City Hall discussion. He particularly opposes the festival’s “drag queen story hour,” calling it “sexualized storytelling” that’s harmful to children.Thomas has called for protests at future Space Coast Pride events and boycotts of event sponsors.…

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At that stage SA were 109 for 4 with 25 runs needing from 18 balls. It was not a desperate situation for South Africa but they needed a decisive moment to breakaway from India. David Miller brought that smashing Ashwin’s first two balls for sixes to bring down the equation to 13 runs from 17 balls. And from there, there could have been only winner even when the match stretched to the last over. “Yes, I think naturally that’s our game would sort of pan out when the seamers are all that difficult to get away. We expected them to…

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Comment on this storyCommentThe world’s infrastructure to pump crude out of the ground is creaking, and nowhere is that more apparent than off the west coast of Africa. Years of under-investment, theft, sabotage and civil strife have combined with harsh operating conditions to undermine the region’s oil production, sending it into a slump from which it may never recover.In 2010, west African countries were pumping close to 5.5 million barrels a day of crude and condensate, about 7% of global production. By 2021, that had fallen to little more than 3.5 million barrels a day, and the region’s share of…

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Bats, elephants and rhinos will take over the screen on Wednesday, Nov. 2, when Bud Werner Memorial Library presents three 28-minute episodes of an East Africa documentary series “Wildlife Warriors.” The film, which won Best Series at the 2022 International Wildlife Film Festival, puts the heart of the Serengeti on display, where hippos bathe and hyenas snatch food from hungry lions. The animals and environment are brought to life by Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year Paula Kahumbu in an effort to document East Africa’s conservation heritage and its heroes. “Wildlife Warriors” will screen for free at 6:30 p.m.…

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PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) – One in 12 children in Pennsylvania will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18, according to the Childhood Bereavement Estimation Model (Judi’s House, 2022). While life seems to continue like normal for others, these “forgotten mourners” have had their lives forever changed. The Healing Patch Children’s Grief Program is inviting the public to join in showing support for these grieving children throughout the month of November for Children’s Grief Awareness Month. The Healing Patch invites the community to get involved by wearing blue on Children’s Grief Awareness Day, Nov. 17. “Death of a…

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🌱 Happy Halloween, everyone! Bettyann Pernice here with your fresh copy of the San Diego Daily. Enjoy that pumpkin spice latte and read along to find out what’s happening in our community:Bilingual poll workers are needed to help voters here in San Diego. Can you help?Women’s Hiring Expo let potential candidates know about opportunities in the SDPD.Rain is expected on Wednesday and Thursday. Get the umbrella ready! But first, today’s weather: Nice San Diego weather with clouds and sun.🌤️ High: 74 Low: 59. 🏡 Attention, real estate pros in San Diego! We’re now offering an exclusive sponsorship opportunity for an…

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“It’s quite the stereotype, that all of Africa is one big safari,” says actress and The Woman King producer and writer Maria Bello, who lives part-time each year in Kenya. Indeed, the continent offers so much more beyond wildlife — though the fauna of the continent is naturally one of the biggest draws for an exclusive echelon of traveler. “There are thriving, beautiful cities. It’s about culture, it’s about food and fashion. I think there’s so much energy right now on the continent,” says Bello. Here are some of the best places to visit in Southern and East Africa right…

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John Lennon had two children, Julian and Sean.John Lennon wanted to write books for children to pass on meaningful stories. When writing music, John Lennon wanted to write about himself, not a fictional character. John Lennon | Max Scheler – K & K/Redferns When John Lennon looked to the future, he saw himself expanding his creative horizons and beginning to author books for children. He had been a successful musician for the entirety of his adult life and never saw himself leaving that identity behind. He didn’t only see himself as a musician, however. Lennon recognized the value of the stories…

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