Building a strong foundation

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SIZABLE DONATION- Becky Duarte, left, of Premier Options Real Estate, presents a $5,000 check to Darrin Parrent, center, and Tiloi Tuitama of the Ventura County Educators' Hall of Fame. Founded last year, the hall of fame will honor a class of outstanding educators each year for their career achievements. The foundation will take nominations for the class of 2007 until Sat., May 11. For additional information, visit www.vceh.com.