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Winter / Spring 2020

Spring Break Day Camps p.17

Get Healthy in 2020 p.21-28

Safe Routes to School p.8

Spring Break Day Camps p.17

Get Healthy in 2020 p.21-28

Safe Routes to School p.8

Preschool p.10

Funding Our Future

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Funding Our Future

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Pops in the Plaza 4th of July

www.buyconcord.netMusic and Market

Concert Series

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Enjoy a week of sightseeing and three days of celebration in the City of Concord’s Sister City, Kitakami, Japan.

The City of Concord will be celebrating its 35th Anniversary of sister city relations with Kitakami by traveling to Japan in October 2009. Start planning now to join the delegation of City officials. Tour Japan and share the experience of cultural friendship and superior hospitality in Kitakami.

Tentative Travel Dates: October 2–12, 2009

Preliminary itinerary details include:

Departure from SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Arrive in TOKYO and transfer to OSAKA, then onto the first stop on our tour, KYOTO and NARASound like fun? Call (925) 671-3495 for more information.

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Sightsee by bus KYOTO/NARAEnjoy two full days of sightseeing in the KYOTO/

NARA areas. See the Golden Pavilion, Buddhist temples, Shintō shrines, a trio of palaces, and dozens of gardens and museums. Kyoto is the former capital of Japan, and was the center of politics and culture for 1,200 years. Seventeen historic sites including the Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Nijo-jo Castle are designated as World Cultural sites.

The year 2010 marks the 1300th anniversary of the founding of the Nara Heijo-kyo Capital (Heijo-kyo). Nara is located in the Kinai plain, and remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples such as Todaiji, (a huge temple housing Japan’s largest Buddha statue).

www.kyoto.travel

www.jnto.go.jp/eng/location/regional/nara/index.html

Travel by train to HAKONE

Hakone is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park; famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, natural beauty of the beautiful view of nearby Mt. Fuji.

www.jnto.go.jp/eng/location/

regional/kanagawa/hakone.html

Take the train to SENDAI and MATSUSHIMA BAY

Visit a castle town called, “The City of Trees.” View over 260 splendid islands on Matsushima Bay, considered one of the three most beautiful sites in Japan.

www.jnto.go.jp/eng/location/regional/miyagi/sendai.html

Bus to KITAKAMIBe welcomed to Concord’s Sister City as we

celebrate 35 years of friendship and cultural exchange. Kitakami is

considered part of a super region of Japan and is famous for the sakura (Cherry Blossoms) that bloom in Tenshochi Park, which is regarded as one of the best hundred places in Japan to view sakura. Another hallmark of the city is Oni Kenbai, a traditional sword dance where the dancers dress as demons, performed during summer festivals.

www.city.kitakami.iwate.jp

http://kitakami-photoblog.blogspot.com

Travel by shinkansen (bullet train) back to TOKYO in preparation for your return home.

Western-style lodging in Kyoto, Hakone and Sendai. Home Stays in Kitakami are optional but encouraged to experience the true Japanese culture.

For more information about the Sister City relationship or the trip, call (925) 671-3495.

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Questions and Answers

Q: What is the current fiscal situation in Concord?A: Sacramento has taken more than $78 million from the City of Concord over the past 20 years. The Great Recession has forced the City to cut its workforce by 25%, defer road maintenance, reduce programs and outsource services. As the economy struggles to improve, the City is exploring several ways to continue to provide the vital services we all rely on. Q: What are the

priorities Measure Q funding maintains?A: Funding from Measure Q has helped the city stay solvent and maintain services during one of the worst economic times of our day. Measure Q, which is scheduled to expire soon, funds essential city services, including:

■ 9-1-1 emergency response services■ Neighborhood police patrols■ Gang prevention programs■ Crime investigation services■ Road maintenance and pothole repair efforts■ City parks and playgrounds■ Youth sports and recreation programs■ Senior services and the Senior Center

Q: How does the budget crisis affect our public safety needs?A: Our community has continued to be concerned about maintaining public safety services, including 9-1-1 emergency response, neighborhood police patrols at night, crime investigation services, and gang prevention programs.

Sales Tax34%

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Business License4%

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Franchise Fees6%

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Other 7%Property Tax

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Where does the money go?

Police 57%

General Government 12%

City Attorney 1%City Manager’s Office 4%

Finance 3%

Human Resources 2%

Community & Economic

Development7%

Parks & Recreation5%

Public Works 9%

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Message from the City Manager

Dear Resident:

In 2010, Concord voters enacted Measure Q, a local funding me

asure to give our community a guaranteed local

funding source that could not be taken by Sacramento.

Measure Q has been essential in maintaining key city services su

ch as 911 emergency response, police patrols, and

gang and youth violence prevention programs, along with many

other services of high priority to our community.

Without Measure Q funding, the City’s current financial forecast a

nticipates at least $4 million worth of budget cuts.

Like all cities, the Great Recession and the slow economic recover

y have put considerable strain on Concord’s ability

to maintain and protect vital city services. This challenge has bee

n made greater because the State of California has

taken more than $78 million from the City over the past 20 years.

Later this month, the Concord City Council is considering placin

g a measure before voters to extend Measure Q’s

funding with no increase in the taxes you currently pay in Conc

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To learn more about Concord’s fiscal situation and how it affects yo

u, please visit: www.cityofconcord.org/fiscalhealth

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Summer camp registration is now open

www.ConcordReg.org

City of Concord 2020

Camp Concord Youth and Family Campspage 2

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CATTLE TRUCKS

BEANIE WEINIE NIGHT

FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE

OWLS, BOBCATS, EAGLES, WOLVES

BREAKFAST AT POPE

ANGORA LAKE…LEMONADE

CAMP FIRES

50 YEARS OF MEMORIES,COME SHARE YOURS!

DO YOU REMEMBER…

WEEKENDCELEBRATION

STAFF & CAMPERSAUGUST 11–13, 2017

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration opens April 3, 2017

Three Easy Ways to Register

Online: Go to concordreg.org and register for course #104414

Walk-in: 2748 East Olivera Rd., Concord, CA 94519

Phone: Contact Registration at 925-671-3404

Hours for Walk-in & Phone: Registration is open Monday-Friday from 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-3:00pm

Age No. Cost Weekend Cost16 and older $198

11–15 $154

6–10 $112

3–5 $66

2 and under Free —

Subtotal

Concord Resident 15% Discount –

Amount Due $

Fees:

Weekend Rates are per person/per weekend:Includes cabin and 5 meals

16 Years or older $198 Per Weekend

Age 11–15 Years $154 Per Weekend



Children 2 and under are free.

WEEKEND CELEBRATION

STAFF & CAMPERSAUGUST 11–13, 2017

Check In:

Friday, Aug. 11, after 4 p.m.

Activities:

There will be a variety of camp activities throughout the weekend:

• Campfires & Skits

• Canoing & Kayaking

• Crafts

• Hikes

• Swimming

• Archery

• 50 Years of Review Slideshow

Call (925) 671-3006 for more information.

You don’t want to miss this! Come celebrate with us for

the 50th Anniversary of Camp Concord.

What were you doing at Camp Concord from 1967-2017?

We will reminisce.

We welcome Staff, Alumni, Friends of Camp Concord, Family and Youth Campers

that have attended Camp Concord from 1967-2017.

Thank You To Our Sponsorsfor making this incredible concert event series possible for our community!

for making this incredible concert and event series possible for our community!

Thank You To Our SponsorsSpecial Events

JUNE 15, 11 a.m. - conclusion

Dad Day in the PlazaCelebrate heroes as we salute dads and join local fire departments in a Chili Cook off! Then put out that fire and enjoy great music live on the Plaza stage. Also, checkout James Clark and the Jailhouse Rockers -a Tribute to the King of Rock for Father’s Day.

JULY 1, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Cool Concord CarsFree car show. Join us on the opening night of the Tuesday Night Blues.

JULY 4

July 4th Jubilee and ParadePancake Breakfast: 7:30 a.m.Concord Police Association Stars and Stripes Run: 8 a.m.Parade: 10.a.m.DVC Rock Rhythm & Blues - Teacher Steve Sage's Campus Showcase of Bands

AUGUST 5, 6:30 p.m.

National Night OutCelebrate the Todos Santos Downtown District - music, Farmers' Market, and great restaurantsGarageland Rodeo - Rock and Blues with a lot of Soul | garagelandrodeo.comLUMBERYARD - Favorite Covers from the 60’s and 70’s | lumberyardtheband.comDVC Rock Rhythm & Blues - 20 bands in 90 minutes facebook.com/groups/142122489137297David Correa & Cascada - Flamenco and Spanish Guitar | davidcorreaandcascada.comTimmer2Karaoke - Community Karaoke

AUGUST 28, 6:30 p.m.

California SymphonyCalifornia Symphony Pops in the Plaza Concert.Join the California Symphony for their 16th annual free concert. Dine at Todos Santos restaurants.

SEPTEMBER 4, 4 - 8:30 p.m.

Emergency Preparedness FaireLearn how to respond to earthquakes, public health issues and disasters of all kinds.

OCTOBER 31, 4 - 6 p.m.

Halloween Trick or TreatTrick or treat with Todos Santos Plaza merchants and see the Downtown Scarecrow Contest winner!

DECEMBER 6

Tree LightingConcord's Official Tree-Lighting and Mayor's Sing-Along.Santa's Grand Arrival: 4 p.m.On-stage entertainment: 5 p.m.School choirs and community entertainment on stage with traditional tree-lighting and holiday sing-along; carriage rides by the Todos Santos Business Association.

Events Hotline: (925) 671-3464www.concordfirst.org

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Todos Santos Plaza

Est. 1988

"Diablo Valley - Defying Expectations” initiative is a new campaign created to showcase Concord and the surrounding Diablo Valley area as a conference and tourist destination. (Go to: www.diablovalleyca.com for more information.)

www.cityofconcord.org

Free to the Community at Todos Santos Plaza Festival seating this year. Please bring your own chairs!

May – December, 2019

Special EventsJULY 2, 5:30–7:30 p.m.Cool Concord CarsFree car show. Join us on the opening night of the Tuesday Night Blues.

JULY 4July 4th Parade and Fireworks CelebrationConcord Police Association Stars and Stripes Run: 8 a.m. Parade: 10 a.m. Todos Santos Business Arts Foundation Fireworks Celebration at Mt. Diablo High SchoolGates open at 4 p.m.

AUGUST 1–10, Multiple LocationsConcord Jazz Festival 2019Todos Santos Plaza, Aug. 4, 1–6:30 p.m. www.visitconcordca.com/jazz

AUGUST 15–17Concord Salutes Woodstock’s 50th AnniversaryA 3-day Celebration of Peace, Love and Music

Thursday, Aug. 15: Caravanserai The Legendary Music of Santana

Friday, Aug. 16: San Francisco Airship Jefferson Airplane Evolution

Saturday, Aug. 17: Purple Haze A Tribute to Jimi Hendrix featuring Ralph Woodson

OCTOBER 3 Sponsored by FivePointConcord’s 4th Annual “Dark Side of the Moon” NightFeaturing the classic album performed by House of Floyd to a laser light show.http://houseoffloyd.com

DECEMBER 7Tree LightingConcord’s Official Tree-Lighting and Mayor’s Sing-Along. Santa’s Grand Arrival: 4 p.m. On-stage entertainment: 5 p.m. School choirs and community entertainment on stage with traditional tree-lighting and holiday sing-along; carriage rides by the Todos Santos Business Association.

www.concordfirst.org

Todos Santos Plaza(Located at the corner of Grant St. and

Willow Pass Rd. in downtown Concord.)www.concordfirst.org

Festival seating this year. Please bring your own chairs!

CARAVANSERAIAUGUST 15

PURPLE HAZEAUGUST 17

OCTOBER 3 CONCORD’S 4TH ANNUAL “DARK SIDE OF THE MOON” NIGHT

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Tuesday Night BluesTuesdays, 6:30–8 p.m.

Sponsored by The Hop Grenade

JULY 2, 2019Roy Rogers and The Delta Rhythm KingsDelta Blues Slide Guitar Master | http://www.roy-rogers.com

JULY 9, 2019Frankie G and the ConvictionContra Costa’s Favorite Blues Guitarist | http://www.frankieg.org

JULY 16, 2019Delta WiresHot-wired Big Band, Harmonica & Horns Blues! | http://deltawires.com

JULY 23, 2019The Dylan Black ProjectSoulful Blues and Funk | https://www.thedylanblackproject.com

JULY 30, 2019Ms. Taylor P. Collins - The Strong Confident Woman ShowPowerhouse Blues & Jazz Singer | https://www.facebook.com/thetaylorpcollinsband

MAY 29

Stealin' ChicagoA Tribute to the Music of Chicago | stealinchicago.com

JUNE 5

Gator NationSoulful, Spicy Cajun: The Beat Goes On! | gatornationband.com

JUNE 12

A Musical Double Header: Da Island Way & DakilaPolynesian Song & Dance and Latin Rock with a Filipino Twist | dakilaband.com

JUNE 19

The Sun KingsThe Premier Tribute to the Beatles | thesunkings.com

JUNE 26

Midnight NorthNew Generation Americana Roots | grahamelesh.com

JULY 3

The TuneRidersHits of 60's/70's Legendary Vocal Groups | tuneriders.com

JULY 10

Puro BandidoKings of Latin Rock | reverbnation.com/purobandido

JULY 17

The RaveUpsA Live Tribute to the 1960's Yardbirds | theraveups.com

JULY 24

ForeverlandThe Electrifying 14-Piece Tribute to Michael Jackson | foreverlandsf.com

JULY 31

Concord's Killer Karaoke Contest & Mayor's Healthy Cook-off ContestShow-stopping covers - Bay Area’s ultimate party band featuring PUSH with Dan Ashleyrockwithpush.com

AUGUST 7

The RubinoosSeminal Power Pop Quartet from the 1970s | rubinoos.com

AUGUST 14

James Garner's Johnny Cash TributeA Living Tribute to Johnny Cash & the Tennessee Three | cashtribute.net

AUGUST 21

ZepparellaPowerhouse All Female Led Zeppelin Tribute | zepparella.com

SEPTEMBER 4

The Purple OnesSensational 10-piece Tribute to Prince | facebook.com/ThePurpleOnesPrinceTribute

MAY 22

Concord High Jazz EnsembleLocal, Award-Winning Student Jazz Band

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

JULY 8

Frankie G & the ConvictionContra Costa's Blues Guitar Hero | convictiontunes.com

JULY 15

Chris CainJazz-Tinged Blues Guitar Virtuoso | chriscainmusic.com

JULY 22

Jeffrey Marshall with the Delta Dogs and The Breedloves A Special Evening with a Perfectly Imperfect Blues Rocker | deltadogs.com & the-breedloves.com

JULY 29

Annie SampsonConcord’s Blues and Soul Diva | globerecords.com/anniesampson/index.shtml

JULY 1

Frank Bey & Anthony Paule plus Cool Concord CarsBay Area Blues at its Best! | beypaule.com

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Bring a Buck - Pass the Jug!It is OK to pass the buck during Music and Market, as long as you put it in the jug first!

Volunteers will be on-hand during Music and

Market to pass the jug. If everyone donates at

least $1 at each concert, potentially thousands

of dollars could be raised by season's end for

next year! Thank you to the Brenden Mann

Foundation for providing matching funds.

Enjoy a slice of fresh

air with your latte and fresh-air dining at an outdoor cafe around

Todos Santos Plaza

Farmers’ Market Hours

Tuesdays:Year - Round

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Thursdays:April 24 - October 30

4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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BLUES, BREWS & BBQ Come enjoy delicious BBQ from a selection of the bay

area's best food trucks plus great entertainment!

SEPTEMBER 11

Lafayette Studio Big BandSeventeen piece Count Basie Style Jazz Orchestra: A 9/11 Memorial Show lafayettebigband.com

FREE PHOTOBOOTH Courtesy of Pacific Service Credit Union

FREE PHOTOBOOTH Sponsored by Diablo Valley

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The 31st Annual Music & Market SeriesThursdays, 6:30–8 p.m.

MAY 30, 2019Concord High Jazz Band and The Blue Devils Sponsored by Visit ConcordLocal, Award-Winning Student Jazz and Marching Bands | http://www.concordhsbands.com

JUNE 6, 2019Steve Lucky & the Rhumba BumsWest Coast Swing Masters featuring Miss Carmen Getit | http://www.luckylounge.com

JUNE 13, 2019Soul PowerBig Funky Dance Band with Horns | http://www.soulpower1.com

JUNE 20, 2019Native ElementsFeel-good Reggae | http://native-elements.com

JUNE 27, 2019East Bay MuddPowerhouse Tribute to Classic Soul and R&B | http://www.eastbaymudd.net

JULY 11, 2019The Bell BrothersCalifornia Country Favorites | https://thebellbrothers.net

JULY 18, 2019The Sun Kings Sponsored by Ashby LumberA Beatles Tribute as Nature Intended | http://thesunkings.com

JULY 25, 2019Foreverland Sponsored by Marathon PetroleumThe Electrifying Tribute to Michael Jackson | http://foreverlandsf.com

AUGUST 1, 2019Steel ‘n’ Chicago Sponsored by Pacific Service Credit UnionSteely Dan and Chicago Two for One | http://www.ajavu.com

AUGUST 8, 2019David Laflamme’s “It’s a Beautiful Day”Late 60’s Rock Legend | http://davidlaflamme.com

AUGUST 15, 2019 Caravanserai Sponsored by Dolan’s LumberThe Legendary Music of Santana | http://www.santanatributeband.comThe party continues Friday and Saturday, August 16–17, 6:30 p.m., with San Francisco Airship and Purple Haze!

AUGUST 22, 2019Zepparella Sponsored by Concord Police AssociationThe All-Female Zeppelin Powerhouse | http://www.zepparella.com

AUGUST 29, 2019Andre ThierryCajon / Zydeco –Accordion Soul Music | https://www.andrethierry.com

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019Rock, Rhythm & Blues Revue3rd Annual Tribute to Steve Sage – 7 bands in 70 minutes

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019Dan AshleyClassic Rock with Original Roll | http://danashleymusic.com

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019Garageland Rodeo plus The Swampers Creedence Clearwater Revival TributeA “Classic Rock” Co-bill with a nod to Woodstock http://www.garagelandrodeo.com https://www.fogcityswampers.com/swampersccrtribute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019Annie SampsonConcord’s own Queen of Blues | http://www.globerecords.com/anniesampson

DAVID LAFLAMME’S “IT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY” AUGUST 8FRANKIE G AND THE CONVICTION JULY 9

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Concord Jazz Festival.

A tribute to the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock.

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NATIVE ELEMENTS JUNE 20 TAYLOR P. COLLINS JULY 30

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Stay 6 feet apartManténgase a 6 pies aparte

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ONE ON ONE

Journalism, in its simplest form, is telling stories

about our world. Journalists convey information and

images that help us shape our lives.

Whether it's a breaking story on the capture of a

fugitive or an image of a starving child in a war-torn

nation thousands of miles away, these reports have an

impact on readers and viewers. As watchdog of our

society, journalism has played a crucial role in sustaining

our freedom. It is the media's role to provide information

that we can use to begin dialogues that result in an open

"marketplace of ideas."

Journalism is a career that is ever changing. There are

opportunities for radio, television, Web, newspaper and

magazine journalists. You can work as a reporter, editor,

photojournalist, producer, graphic designer, proofreader,

news researcher or editorial assistant. As traditional and

digital forms of media merge, employers are looking for

people with new ideas on how to reach a greater audience.

But they will always need people who have a passion for

story-telling.

Journalism is a career for those who are courageous,

adventurous and possess an unflinching devotion to honesty

and integrity. There are infinite stories yet to be told.

You can be the one to tell them.

The Center for Integration and

Improvement of Journalism

(CIIJ) is a nonprofit organization

based at San Francisco State

University. Founded in 1990 by

former SF State Department Chair Betty Medsger, the

Center's mandate was to develop a series of model

programs designed to bring ethnic diversity to the

country's newsrooms and to promote improved and

balanced coverage of our multicultural society.

The coaching program has been a cornerstone of the

Center from the beginning. Alarmed at the rate of

students of color dropping out from basic skills courses,

Medsger conceived an idea to offer them additional

support from working journalists. The central mission

of the program was to provide coaching and mentoring

to students, particularly those of color, in order to

increase the retention and graduation of students.

However, the program is open to all students, regardless

of ethnicity.

For more information, call the Center for Integration and Improvement of Journalism at (415) 338-2083.

SFSU Journalism Department The SF State

journalism department prepares students for careers in journalism. This is accomplished by

providing instruction that requires students to develop a working knowledge of the skills, laws, ethics, power, and responsibilities of the news media. A strong liberal arts education also is required. The main goals of the department's courses are to help students become accurate and thorough researchers, precise and graceful writers, technically and aesthetically fine photojournalists. Students choose the major because these skills provide excellent preparation for numerous occupations, not only for journalism. The department is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC).

For more information, call (415) 338-1689 or visit the Web site at http://www.journalism.sfsu.edu

Why should you consider a career

in journalism?

"I've stayed in journalism for nearly a decade because I love getting paid to write and because my job enables me to see the world through other people's eyes. Thousands of people per day read my stories and at some level I have an influence."

— Chris Heredia, San Francisco Chronicle reporter.

Chris Heredia

"I gained a better under-standing of what my stories should cover, how to be more

resourceful and about the profession in general. It definitely inspired me. It's wonderful to know professionals are willing to give back to the community and help aspiring journalists."

— Melissa Navas, Contra Costa College journalism student on working with Carolyn McMillan, Contra Costa Times assistant city editor.

Melissa Navas

WITH A JOURNALISTTHE WRITING & PHOTO

COACH PROGRAM

COVER PHOTO: Karl Fischer (L), Contra Costa Times reporter, offers advice to Lisa Gutierrez of Diablo Valley College.

City College of San Francisco

The mission of the Journalism Department is to provide students with the opportunity to study the field and the skills that go into a journalism career. The department provides a pathway for transfer to four-year programs or the

opportunity to complete an Associate of Arts

degree and Award of Achievement. Students

receive lab experience in the writing, publishing,

and the distribution of a magazine, etc., and a

biweekly newspaper, The Guardsman. This is

done in an environment closely resembling a

professional newsroom, using

digital technology to paginate,

edit, and publish the paper. The

department is committed to

assisting students seeking careers

in related fields such as public

relations and advertising.

CONTACT: Juan GonzalesDepartment Chair(415) 239-3446accionjg@aol .com

Contra Costa College

The Journalism Department at Contra Costa College offers an Associate of Arts degree in Journalism and a Certificate of

Achievement in Journalism. The program

features courses such as newswriting and

reporting, newspaper production, newspaper design

and layout, magazine writing and production and mass

communication. Students produce a weekly student-run

newspaper, The Advocate, which consistently wins top state

and regional awards. Students also produce a magazine,

Moment, which is published each semester. The program has a

dual purpose — to ready students for transfer to four-year

colleges, and to train students for the journalism profession

and related jobs.

CONTACT: Paul DeBoltDepartment Chair(510) 235-7800 [email protected]

Diablo Valley College

Diablo Valley College has an award-winning journalism program whose graduates transfer to UC-Berkeley, SF State, New York University, and other four-year

schools. Its student-run paper, The Inquirer,

consistently wins top honors at state and regional

competitions, and former Inquirer reporters,

photographers and graphic artists now work at

news organizations such as the Associated Press,

the Dallas Morning News and the Contra Costa

Times. Classes include beginning newswriting,

writing the feature story, mass media and

newspaper production. Joining The

Inquirer staff improves your research

and writing skills and provides an

opportunity to learn QuarkXpress and

Photoshop.

CONTACT: Jean DickinsonDepartment Chair

(925) 685-1230 X310jeandickinson@hotmail .com

Laney College

Laney College’s Journalism Program offers hands-on experience in newspaper production and courses such as mass media and society and news-writing.

The program focuses on practical journalism

skills but prepares students for transfer to four-

year schools. The campus newspaper, Laney

Tower, was established in 1952 and has won many

awards. Students join the Tower as reporters,

editors, photographers, graphic artists and

computer production and online staff members.

Since the Laney Tower is the only campus

newspaper in the Peralta College District, it makes

an effort to cover all the campuses, including

Merritt, Vista and College of Alameda.

CONTACT: Burt DraginDepartment Chair(510) 464-3459burtdragin@aol .com

Writing and Photo Coach Program

The Writing and Photo Coach Program was established in 1990 by the Center for Integration and Improvement of Journalism at SF State. Journalists are paired with students enrolled in certain

writing and photo courses. Because of their professional

experience, journalist-coaches can provide students with

a better understanding of the standards and demands of

the newsroom. The purpose is to help students improve

their writing and reporting or photography skills by

establishing a one-on-one working relationship with a

journalist who acts as a coach and mentor. After more

than a decade, the program has proven to be very

successful in helping students deepen their understanding

of journalistic writing and photography and in improving

their grade. In 2000, the CIIJ received a three-year

grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation

to export the coaching program to five colleges. The

result is a collaborative effort with the CIIJ and the

journalism departments at City College of San Francisco,

Contra Costa College, Diablo Valley College, Laney

College and California State University, Fresno.

To be eligible for the program, students must be

enrolled in specific journalism classes at SF State or one

of the five partner colleges. To apply, you will be asked

to complete an application and sign an agreement form.

PARTICIPATING COMMUNITY COLLEGES

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with students helps me

clarify a lot of my own ideas

about the profession and what

values I bring to it. And they've been

very appreciative and open to

suggestions and ideas."

— Ulysses Torassa, longtime writing coach and San Francisco Chronicle reporter.

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