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The Southwest Voice Newsletter Jan. 24
The Southwest Voice Newsletter Jan. 24
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0 responses 0 comments Hello Southwest Voice readers and welcome to your regular sneak-peek into the pages of The Southwest Voice! Enter our contests today for the chance to win great prizes!
Sing Lum teacher popular for special way with Special Day students
Cori Larsen always catches her students when they try to look over a classmate’s shoulder or refer to notes written on a palm. After cheating her way through elementary school, Larsen knows every trick in the book. Dismissed as lazy and slow by teachers, Larsen was finally diagnosed with dyslexia in the eighth grade. After receiving proper tutoring and encouragement, in nine months, Larsen went from reading at a second-grade level to reading at a ninth-grade level. It wasn’t until her sophomore year in high school that she learned how to write a five-sentence paragraph. Larsen went on to earn her master’s degree in special education from Cal State Fullerton — and now, at 35, she’s in her ninth year as a special education teacher.
Betty's Valentine' Day Dinner!
It’s been said that where love is concerned, too much is not even enough.
The same can be said of good food.
This Valentine’s Day, share your love — and some great dishes — with others by hosting a St. Valentine’s Day dinner in your home. You will be glad you did when you see your guests leaving with a contented smile.
Who Do You Love? Photo Contest
Valentine's Day is coming up, and what better way to surprise your loved one than by including their photo in the paper? Just send in a photo of the person –– or animal –– you love along with a few lines about why they have your heart. The winning photo will receive a $25 gift certificate to From the Heart Flowers and Gifts.
Submit online at: www.swvoice.com or e-mail: lhelper@swvoice.com. Entries are due by Wednesday, Feb. 14, or publication in the Feb. 24 print edition.
Calling all young reporters!
t's time to pick up your pencils and warm up your typing fingers, because The Southwest Voice is holding an 18-and-under writing contest! Is there a person of significance in your life? Maybe it is someone from school, at church, or within the community. It could be a grandparent who served in WWII or a teacher who inspires you to succeed. Your assignment is to interview them and share their stories with our readers! Your entries can be up to 500 words and photos are welcome.
First place winners from each age group will receive a $50 gift certificate to Target.
One grand prize winner will receive an iPod Nano! Age groups are: 8 to 11;12 to 14; and15 to 18. Runner-up prizes may also be rewarded based on response.
The grand prize and first-place articles will be published in the Feb. 21 edition of The Southwest Voice. Other outstanding entries will be published as space allows.
The deadline is Feb. 14. It’s very easy to contribute your finished work at the Web site. Just visit: www.swvoice.com then click on “Post Something!” or send your work by e-mail to: lhelper@bakersfield.com. Entries can also be mailed to The Southwest Voice, P.O. Box 80963, Bakersfield, California, 93380.
Winter Formal Photos
For high school students, January is the month for one of the biggest nights of the year –– winter formal! The dress, the limo, the tux, the shoes, the hair –– we know you captured every moment, and we want you to share your memories of the special night with other readers! Submit winter formal photos online at: www.swvoice.com today!
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