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Mike Mages, Ron Kriss, and Mike Napolitano, parents of students at Claremont, Chabot Elementary and Oakland Tech, and John Harkins, a San Francisco parent and supporter, rode their bikes more than 80 miles to the State Capitol in 2009. At the Capitol, other parents and stu- dents j...

By Mike Napolitano

...nteed. Working together we will make a difference. and children. All riders are encouraged to raise $250 or more in donations. To register, volunteer, or donate, go to: http://www. rideforareason.dojiggy.com/. For more information, contact Mike Napolitano at mikenapolitano5@gmail.com. On the ride you’ll “spruce-up” your T 3RD ANNUAL CLAREMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL PANCAKE BREAKFAST he Community is invited to join SAT APRIL 21 Masons, Dads, and Merchants as they host the 3rd Annual

By Mike Napolitano

...dding. Join us April 2 to celebrate our amazing school community. We look forward to seeing you there. Photo: Sarah Mages tion, lunch, and the rally at the Capitol, all on May 7. For more information about vol- unteer needs, please contact Mike Napolitano at 510/655- 4725 or Mike Mages at 510/703-1239 or go to the ride’s website at http://ride- forareason.dojiggy.com, where volunteer tasks are described in detail on the

By Mike Napolitano

...of the participants and volunteers, we raised public awareness and approximately $17,000 for academic enrichment programs at Claremont Middle School and Oakland Tech. This Above: Mike Mages, California State Assemblyman Sandré Swanson, and Mike Napolitano. Left: On the road. Below: Cyclists and their families with Sandré Swanson. The Wheels of Activism Spin in Support of Public Education Paul Vetter, and Kenton Lee, our top fund- raisers; Kathleen McNulty, Jan Newberry, and Nelson Black, wh...

By Mike Napolitano

Cyclists Carry Word of Public Schools’ Needs to the Capitol In this photo taken a t t h e s u c c e s s f u l conclusion of a previous by Mike Napolitano Ride for a Reason is a bike ride to Sacra- mento to draw attention to the budget crisis for public schools in California, and to raise essential funds for enrichment programs in four North Oakland schools: Emerson Elementary, Claremont Mid...

By Mike Napolitano

Chabot School Auction Returns: ‘Black & White Ball… Oakland Style’ by Mike Napolitano, vice- president, Claremont PTA Ride for a Reason is a bike ride to the state Capi- tol to draw attention to the crisis in funding for public schools in California, and to raise badly needed funds for enrichment programs in Oakland. This y...

By Mike Napolitano

by Mike Napolitano, Claremont PTA vice president On Saturday, May 8, the fundraising Ride for a Reason took place. Forty parents, teachers, and community members rode their bikes 100 miles from Oakland to the State Capitol to show their support for more fund...

 Claremont Middle School parents Mike Mages, Ron Kriss and Mike Napolitano, and John Harkins, a San Francisco parent and supporter, bicycled to Sacramento in 2009 to meet with other Cla- remont supporters and state politicians. They are ready to do it again in 2010. You can help! Photo: Julie Harris by Mike Napol...

...you been away from your faith for a time? you are missed. st. augustine catholic church join us for mass on saturdays at 5 pm, or sundays at 8 am, 1030 am, or 6 pm. 400 alcatraz (between college and telegraph) oakland 94609 Ride organizers Mike Napolitano, Paul Vetter, David Yungert, and Mike Mages in Sacramento after riding the course to Sacramento to confirm road conditions. /Mike Napolitano http://staugustineoakland.com questions? call the parish 510.653.8631 You’ve cleaned up your act, ...

Ride for Schools programs at Claremont and Tech. To ride or to make a donation, visit our Web site: www.claremontms.org/Claremontms/ RideDetails.html. For more information, please contact Mike Mages at michaelmages@mac.com or Mike Napolitano at mikenapolitano5@ gmail.com. With your support, the event is sure to be a success. from page 1 for a Reason: California Education.” The ride is a fully supported 100-mile “bike-a- thon.” In a recently released statement, ride planners to...

...nd a willingness to commit to this event to make it happen. As a volunteer leader, you will be on point to make sure all of the essential work gets done when needed. For more information, please contact Paul Vetter at p4vetter@gmail.com or Mike Napolitano at mikenapolitano5@gmail.com. Thanks for your consideration. by Claremont PTA Heavy metal! Punk! Reggae! Glam! The

...Suisun). As in previous years, everyone rides to the State Capitol steps for our call to action and rally for education. For more information, to register to ride, or to make a donation, go to: http:// rideforareason.dojiggy.com or contact Mike Napolitano at 510/459-4342 or e-mail mikenapolitano5@gmail.com. Claremont Middle School Sets Centennial Celebration ‘T h i s school has been here since 1913.” P e r h a p s yo u h ave noticed this s t a t e m e n t painted on the side of Claremont Mi...

...stration and launching of the website for the event are scheduled to start January 24. Go to the Claremont Middle School website, http://www.claremontms.org, and follow the registration and donation page link. For more information, contact Mike Napolitano at 655-4725, or by e-Wmail at mikenapolitano5@gmail.com. Thanks for your consideration and support. Together we will make a difference.

By Becki Couch-Alvarado

Ride for a Reason: Support Public Schools in Oakland by Becki Couch-Alvarado, Mike Mages, Mike Napolitano, event organizers. Somehow it happened. We became accustomed to teacher wish lists; paper drives; peeling paint; broken lockers; 20th century technology to prepare kids for the 21st century; extra fees to participate in sports, music, dram...

Ride for a Reason Does... Hello, Sacto! affirms our belief that when the community comes together we can do great things. Their education is our future. We must provide adequate resources for our schools; there really is no alternative. by Mike Napolitano, Mike Mages, and Becki Couch Alvarado, co-organizers, Ride for a Reason One hundred seventy-five cyclists, ages 9 to 75, pedaled to Sacramento in mid-May with a message for legislators: Schools need better funding. Supported by a crew of o...

...ide for a Reason 2011: Signup Starts Jan 24 for May Ride Participants in the 2010 cycle ride to Sacramento are greeted in front of the Capitol by Assemblyman Andre Swanson, a strong supporter of schools and education. Photo: Sarah Mages by Mike Napolitano and Mike Mages, Claremont Middle School parents Ride for a Reason is a group bicycle ride to the state Capitol to draw attention to the funding crisis in California’s public schools and to raise funds for class enrich- ment programs in Oak...

By PSO Officer Chew

[Two other community meetings are scheduled. See details, page 3.] Claremont Parents Peddle Education Concerns in Sacramento  Claremont Middle School parents Mike Mages, Ron Kriss and Mike Napolitano, and John Harkins, a San Francisco parent and supporter, bicycled to Sacramento in 2009 to meet with other Cla- remont supporters and state politicians. They are ready to do it again in 2010. You can help! ■ ■RCPC■BoaRd■eleCtions: Also on ...

By PSO Officer Chew

...at Claremont Middle School would lose $325,000 from its site budget for the 2009-10 school year (almost 15 percent) galvanized a group of Claremont parents to organize a protest to draw atten- tion to the crisis. Mike Mages, Ron Kriss, and Mike Napolitano, parents of students at Claremont, Oakland Police Chief Anthony Batts. Rockridge residents will also be able to vote for members of the RCPC board of directors. Friends of the Rockridge Library (FORL) will hold its board elections, as well...

By Michelle Quinn

...silkscreen station. /Ian Martin Last year’s selection of cakes. You could win one like them this year. ➧➧Peralta in Bloom, page 10 Ride for a Reason: Be There With Us in the Home Stretch— May 12 17 May 2012 RCPC Town Hall Meeting AGENDA by Mike Napolitano, ride co-organizer

By Michael Napolitano

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...ing at 8 p.m. The movie starts at dusk, approximately 8:40 p.m., on June 11. The event is a fundraiser for the 2010-11 8th grade class trip to Washington, D.C. Donations are encouraged but not required. For more information, please contact Mike Napolitano at 655-4725. from page 6 pick up the Open Studios Directory at the Library, Diesel Books, Spasso’s and other venues. The comprehensive directory also includes information on many more artists, restaurants, galleries and events. It’s a good...

By PSO Officer Chew

...ange  The April RCPC Town Hall meeting will be held Thursday, April 8, 2010, beginning at 7 p.m. It will be a joint meeting with the Greater Rockridge Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council (NCPC), and will feature special guest speaker by Mike Napolitano, Claremont parent and bicyclist There is a crisis in funding for education in California. Over the past two years, state funding for K-12 education in California has been cut by almost 20 per cent. California

participation on this project. Volunteers are needed to increase the hours of operation during the second half of this year. If you are interested, I invite you to contact our PTA Vice President, Mike Napolitano at 510/655-4725. SA: Any final message for the community? KT: Our school seeks to be a vibrant part of the community. Check us out at www. claremont.org and keep your eyes on the school bulletin board by our front entrance on College Avenu...

...re on our way to being a school of choice. ... My experience has been mostly good and this year there seems to be even more progress happening in many areas. ... 2. Tour the school with Assistant Principal Kevin Taylor and Claremont PTA VP Mike Napolitano every Friday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Visitors will view classroom instruction and facilities, learn about our music and digital media elective programs, and enjoy a gen-

By Michael Napolitano

at mikenapolitano5@gmail.com. Thank you for your support and con- sideration. Ride for a Reason: May 12, 2012 by Michael Napolitano, Claremont Middle School parent Now in its fourth year, Ride for a Reason is a bike ride from Oakland to the Capitol in Sacram...

eral question-and-answer session. For more information, contact Mike at MNapolitano@waterboards.ca.gov or (w) 510/622-2397 or (h) 510/655-4725. a cross-cultural congregation striving to partner with the Rockridge community in lifestyle and service. Ms. Crockett, the new principal, has been able to make big improvement...