Felicitas Cortez
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On the article Orland Resident Gives Homes 'Special Looks' for the Holidays
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On the article Diary of a Brand New Bengals Fan
Felicitas Cortez
12:20 pm on Saturday, September 17, 2011
ReplyLauren,
I feel the same way. I'm not the biggest or most knowledgeable footfall fan, but I root for my sons' football teams loud and proud. There's something about being in the midst of fans supporting and cheering on their own--how can you help but be drawn in? I graduated from a small Catholic high school "on the hill" where our Homecoming revolved around a volleyball game, so I feel I'm experiencing the pomp of Friday nights for the first time.
btw, concession food is yummy! Patch should consider a chowdown of each school's best concession offerings :) -
On the article Redesigned Playgrounds Offer Orland District 135 Students the Opportunity to Play Together
Felicitas Cortez
1:36 pm on Friday, September 16, 2011
ReplyJanis, the playgrounds are open to the public after school hours. Thanks for the comment!
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On the article Three Decades Later, Andrew High School Alumni Can Look Forward to Coming Back
Felicitas Cortez
11:15 pm on Thursday, September 15, 2011
ReplyI stand corrected. Thanks for the heads up, Pat!
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On the article Off To the Races: Together We Cope Fundraiser to be Held Wednesday
Felicitas Cortez
2:10 pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2011
ReplyThat's fantastic, Megan. I'm sure Together We Cope will appreciate any and all support. They truly are a great organization!
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On the article Are Children of Illegal Immigrants Entitled to a College Education? MomTalk Q&A
Felicitas Cortez
6:06 pm on Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Point taken Deb. But it's not a case of choosing immigrant's children over a drug addict's children. The DREAM Act is designed to help a specific group--immigrants, and people/organizations/groups make their own choice to fund it and support this particular vision. I do take offense to your comment on giving help "to immigrants, legal or not". Unless you're a native American, my friend, you or your ancestors were at one time, an immigrant.
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On the article Are Children of Illegal Immigrants Entitled to a College Education? MomTalk Q&A
Felicitas Cortez
3:26 pm on Wednesday, August 31, 2011
ReplyPolitics aside, the DREAM Act is an important issue and certainly one that deserves more than a quick yes or no. Undocumented children who entered the United States before their 16th birthday and lived in the States for at least 5 consecutive years (as well as with the grades and gumption to do better) are qualified to receive DREAM funding.
What’s important to consider is how many of these children chose to come to America without documentation? We’re talking about minors who probably had no say, but were following their parents. So should these children be punished for their parents’ poor choices?
Also, funding for DREAM is gathered from private sources and grants, so no need to worry about your tax dollars. But more importantly, I support the DREAM Act, or anything else that helps people improve themselves and their situation. -
On the article Sports Video Highlight Reel: Sandburg Football Takes the Field
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On the article Volunteering at Your Kids' School: How Much is Too Much?
Felicitas Cortez
2:15 pm on Wednesday, August 10, 2011
ReplyI’m curious-- is the teacher asking for volunteers to do these tasks? Moms and dads should only sign up for what they have time, interest and energy to do. If they feel bullied by the head room mom to do otherwise, they should speak to the teacher directly. I’m willing to bet the teacher does not have a clue of what’s happening behind the scenes.
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On the Blog Post The Hidden Costs Of Catholic Education And The Obvious Regrets
Felicitas Cortez
1:57 pm on Tuesday, August 9, 2011
ReplyYou're spot on, dear blogger. Let's not forget, aside from the qualified teachers at Dist 135, public trumps over private in terms of facilities, extra-curricular opportunities and special education support/therapies.
Felicitas Cortez
12:09 am on Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Allen,
Not sure what happened, but there was supposed to be an active link to Inside Looks' webpage....If you email me directly, I can send you Ms Ross' contact information.
Thanks,
Felicitas Cortez