Oak Park survey says yes to schools
Most respondents chose to move to Oak Park for the quality of its education
By Sophia Fischer sfischer@theacorn.com
      The biggest issue facing Oak Park is maintaining the quality of the schools, according to a survey of residents conducted by the Oak Park Community Schools Group.
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Oaks Christian presents 'Anne Frank'
      DEAR DIARY- Anne Frank, portrayed by Oaks Christian High School senior Jennifer Garrison, writes in her journal during a performance of "The Diary of Anne Frank" at the school last week. Performances continue through Nov. 17 at the Bedrosian Pavilion, 31749 La Tienda Drive, Westlake Village. Tick...
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Architect chosen for performing arts centers
By Stephanie Bertholdo bertholdo@theacorn.com
      The proposed Performing Arts Education Centers for two high schools in Las Virgenes Unified School District are one step closer to a reality now that an architect has been selected by the Citizen's Construction Oversight Advisory Committee.
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Calabasas resident makes dean's list at music college
      Julie Sachs, 21, of Calabasas was named to the dean's list for the summer 2007 semester at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Mass. Sachs has been playing piano since she was 5 years old. "No big deal for most kids," said her mother, Alva Sachs.
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High School Hi-Lights
      All events (subject to change) are listed by name, location and time if provided. If calendars are modified, school sources are asked to contact us with updated information at this e-mail address: newstip@theacorn.com.
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Admissions interviews
      At the recent USC counselor conference, we read applications submitted by last year's freshmen hopefuls. One of the files included a report written by an interviewer, who described the prospective student as "boring." It was jarring to see a respected admissions officer label this student a dud.
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