Outdoor activities, vacations, and beach trips are all staples of summertime fun. After all, who doesn’t love soaking up the sun and enjoying some warm weather?
However, the summer often also brings soaring temperatures and intense summer heat waves. Many people struggle to stay cool in these conditions and may even be at risk for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), extreme heat causes more than 600 deaths yearly in the United States alone. In addition, heat-related illnesses can also lead to hospitalization and other medical emergencies.
In this blog post, we will discuss some helpful tips and advice for staying cool during the hot summer months and avoiding heat-related illnesses.
Tip 1: Stay Hydrated
It’s easy to become dehydrated in high temperatures, especially when engaging in outdoor activities or exercising.
Make sure to drink plenty of water and avoid sugary drinks, which can cause dehydration. Keep a refillable water bottle with you whenever you go outside and sip on it frequently. Aim for at least 8 cups of water daily, even more, if you spend lots of time outdoors.
Tip 2: Wear Appropriate Clothing
Light-colored clothing is highly recommended during hot weather because light colors are more reflective than dark colors, which means they reflect more of the sun’s rays rather than absorbing them. In contrast, dark-colored clothing absorbs more sunlight, trapping more heat close to your body, increasing your discomfort and body temperature.
Wear loose-fitting clothes and pair them with a hat and sunglasses to protect your head and eyes from the sun’s rays. If you plan to spend time in the water, wear appropriate swimwear to keep you cool and comfortable. Also, apply sunscreen 30 minutes before heading out to protect your skin from sunburn.
Tip 3: Avoid Strenuous Activity during Peak Heat Hours
The hottest part of the day is typically between 10 AM and 4 PM, so it’s best to schedule your activities accordingly. If you must be outdoors, try to schedule your activities for early morning or evening when temperatures are cooler. Also, take frequent breaks in shaded areas and listen to your body’s signals. Feeling lightheaded, dizzy, or nauseous are all signs that you may be experiencing heat exhaustion and need to cool down and rest.
Additionally, pay attention to any heat advisories or warnings in your area and plan accordingly. It’s always a good idea to err on the side of caution and avoid overexerting yourself in extreme heat.
Tip 4: Use Cooling Techniques
You can use several simple tricks to help cool down your body in hot weather. Placing an ice pack or cold cloth on your neck, wrists, and ankles can quickly lower your core temperature. Taking a cool shower or bath, placing a damp towel on your forehead, and drinking chilled water can relieve the heat.
You can also use a portable fan or misting bottle to create a breeze and cool down your skin. And if you have access to a swimming pool, lake, or ocean, taking a dip in the water is an excellent way to cool off and avoid heat-related illnesses.
Tip 5: Avoid Alcohol and Caffeine
While it may be tempting to enjoy a cold beer or iced coffee in the heat, these beverages can contribute to dehydration. Alcohol and caffeine are diuretics, meaning they cause your body to lose water and can make you feel even more dehydrated in hot weather.
If you do choose to indulge in these beverages, make sure also to drink plenty of water throughout the day to counteract their effects.
Tip 6: Avoid Large Protein Rich Meals
Eating a large meal high in protein can also contribute to feeling sluggish and dehydrated in hot weather. This is because your body uses more water to digest protein, leaving you with less fluid available for other bodily functions such as sweating and regulating body temperature.
So, instead of heavy protein-rich meals, opt for lighter options such as salads, fruits, and vegetables during hot weather. These foods also contain high amounts of water and can help keep you hydrated throughout the day.
Schedule Regular Checkups to Monitor Your Health and Beat the Summer Heat
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Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, occurs when the blood’s force against the artery walls remains excessively high over time. A normal blood pressure reading is 120/80 mmHg; readings above this threshold are classified as hypertensive. This condition is a major risk factor for various health issues, including strokes, heart disease, and kidney problems.
According to the WHO Global Report, only 54% of adults with hypertension are diagnosed and aware of their condition, 42% receive hypertension treatment, and only 21% have their blood pressure under control. This shows a lack of understanding and proper hypertension management, which can lead to serious consequences.
In this blog post, we will bust some common myths surrounding hypertension and provide practical tips for effective hypertension management.
Myth #1: Hypertension Only Affects Older Adults
Contrary to popular belief, hypertension is not confined to any specific age group. Although the risk of developing high blood pressure does rise with age, young adults, teenagers, and even children can be diagnosed with hypertension. Contributing factors like obesity, insufficient physical activity, and poor dietary choices, especially excessive salt consumption, can lead to the onset of hypertension across younger populations. Acknowledging that high blood pressure can impact individuals at any age is key to its early detection and effective management.
Myth #2: If You Don’t Feel Any Hypertension Symptoms, You Don’t Have Hypertension
Hypertension is often called the “silent killer” for a good reason. Many individuals experience no hypertension symptoms at all, leading them to believe that they are not at risk. However, hypertension can silently cause damage to your body, particularly your heart, kidneys, and blood vessels. Regular blood pressure checks are essential, as hypertension can be effectively controlled and managed with prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Myth #3: A Single High Reading Means You Have Hypertension
It’s important to know that blood pressure can fluctuate throughout the day due to stress, physical activity, the foods you eat, and other factors. A single high reading does not necessarily mean you have hypertension. If your blood pressure is high, it should be re-checked several times on different days to confirm a diagnosis. Only consistent readings above the normal range (120/80 mmHg) indicate hypertension.
Myth #4: Hypertension Is Only Managed With Medication
While medication can be an important part of hypertension management for many individuals, lifestyle changes play a crucial role as well. Consuming a healthy diet, regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking can all significantly lower blood pressure levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. In some cases, these lifestyle adjustments may be enough to control hypertension without the need for medication.
Myth #5: Salty Foods Are the Only Cause of Hypertension
Excessive salt intake is a known contributor to high blood pressure, yet it is not the only dietary culprit. Diets laden with high cholesterol, saturated and trans fats, along with processed sugars, also heighten the risk of hypertension and other chronic conditions. For optimal blood pressure management, it’s crucial to maintain a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
Myth #6: Hypertension Is Just a Minor Health Concern
Believing that high blood pressure is harmless because it doesn’t have immediate symptoms is a dangerous misconception. This silent condition poses serious risks, potentially leading to heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, and vision loss if not managed properly. Therefore, it’s crucial to regularly monitor your blood pressure and visit your healthcare provider for effective management.
Myth #7: If It Runs in the Family, There’s Nothing You Can Do
A family history of hypertension indeed raises your risk, but it doesn’t seal your fate with high blood pressure. Lifestyle factors, including diet and exercise, are crucial in managing blood pressure, irrespective of your genetic background. Prioritize healthy lifestyle choices and ensure consistent consultations with your healthcare provider to identify hypertension symptoms and address them promptly.
Hypertension Management: What Can You Do If You Have Hypertension?
If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, regular heart checkups and necessary lifestyle changes can help manage this condition. An experienced and qualified medical professional can provide tailored hypertension treatment plans to help lower your blood pressure and reduce complication risks. They can also provide guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and managing hypertension effectively.
Regular checkups and monitoring blood pressure at home, if your healthcare provider advises, are vital. Also, equipping yourself with hypertension knowledge and understanding the potential side effects of medications are important steps in making well-informed health decisions.
Visit LaSalle Medical Associates for comprehensive hypertension care and support. Our experienced healthcare team is dedicated to helping you manage your blood pressure and live a healthy, fulfilling life. We use evidence-based approaches to develop personalized hypertension treatment plans and constantly monitor and adjust them as needed. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Nuts and seeds in moderation are good for your health.
“Adding both nuts and seeds to your diet provides a tasty way to give your body the nutrients it craves.” — Dr. Albert Arteaga
REDLANDS, Calif., Feb. 14, 2024 — Going nuts can be good for your health, providing you with plenty of healthy protein, fiber, and nutrients that your body craves. Howard LeWine, MD, Chief Medical Editor for Harvard Health Publishing, points out that these tasty little treats contain plenty of healthy nutrients.
LeWine notes that “peanuts and pecans contain lots of B vitamins; almonds are rich in calcium and vitamin E; walnuts have lots of folates, vitamin E, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, an omega-3 fatty acid). And all nuts have magnesium.”
Kathy McManus, director of the Department of Nutrition at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital, says, “In just a handful of nuts, which is about an ounce or a quarter of a cup, you get a lot of bang for the buck. They contain anywhere from 3 to 7 grams of protein per ounce, 1 to 3 grams of fiber, and 160 to 200 calories.”
“Adding both nuts and seeds to your diet provides a tasty way to give your body the nutrients it craves,” said Albert Arteaga, MD, President of LaSalle Medical Associates, one of the Inland Empire’s largest privately owned healthcare organizations.
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“Many nuts are the seeds of certain fruits, and it turns out that seeds like flaxseeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds are also very healthy.” Dr. Arteaga adds one cautionary note: “Don’t overdo it. A handful or two a day is fine, but more than that adds calories that aren’t good for your waistline.”
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hosts extensive databases packed with nutritional information about nuts and seeds. Among the nutrients that they provide are magnesium to control blood pressure and bone health; potassium for heart and kidney health; zinc—essential for normal growth and development; iron to support the hemoglobin that carries oxygen to your lungs and other body cells; and vitamin C for the immune system, and to help protect against lead exposure.
A healthy diet such as the Mediterranean Diet recommends avoiding saturated fats and taking in unsaturated fats. The USDA Food Composition Database tells us that walnuts supply 16 grams of unsaturated fat versus only 2 grams of saturated fat. For almonds, the ratio is 12.5 to 1, cashews 10 to 2, raw peanuts 11 to 2, chia seeds 7 to 0, and sunflower seeds 12 to 1.5.
“Adding nuts and seeds to your daily diet is both delicious and healthful,” says Dr. Arteaga. “Just be sure that, like all good things, enjoy them in moderation.”
LaSalle Medical Associates, Inc. is one of the largest independent and Latino-owned healthcare companies in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The corporate office is in Redlands.
LaSalle is also an Independent Practice Association (IPA) of independently contracted doctors, hospitals, and clinics, delivering high-quality patient care to over 350,000 patients in Fresno, Kings, Los Angeles, Madera, Riverside, San Bernardino and Tulare counties.
Dr. Marcus Funchess, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources of the San Bernardino City Unified School District is The Dr. Juanita Scott Humanitarian of the Year Co-Award winner.
Jack B. Clark, Jr., a partner at the law firm of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, is The Dr. Juanita Scott Humanitarian of the Year Co-Award winner.
The awards will be presented at the Black Rose Awards Gala on Friday, February 23 at 5:30 p.m. at the Riverside Convention Center.
SAN BERNARDINO, CALIF. Feb. 7, 2024 — The San Bernardino Black Culture Foundation announces that Jack B. Clarke, Jr., partner at the law firm of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo, and Dr. Marcus Funchess, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources of the San Bernardino City Unified School District, have won the 2024 Dr. Juanita Scott Humanitarian of the Year Award.
Foundation President-elect Carl Dameron said, “We have chosen two outstanding Inland Empire people for the Humanitarian Award this year so that they can be recognized and publicly thanked for their long-time and ongoing service to the people of the Inland Empire.”
Clarke handles litigation concerning education law, special education disputes, public agency litigation, and other substantial matters. He has successfully defended school districts and other education clients in student disciplinary matters, civil rights and Constitutional claims, and special education due process hearings.
Clarke was the first African American to chair the board of the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce, and he served as chair of the Mayor’s Use-of-Force Review Panel in 1999 following the high-profile police shooting death of Tyisha Miller in Riverside, California.
His community service contributions have been recognized by the Riverside County Bar Association, California Law Business magazine, the NAACP, the American Diabetes Association, and now the Black Culture Foundation.
Funchess has served the Inland Empire (IE) as an elementary school teacher from 1998 to 2007, a vice principal from 2007 to 2010 and then principal from 2010 to July 2016 at the Thompson and Henry Elementary Schools, and assistant superintendent of human resources at the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) since August 2020. Funchess also served as Human Resources Director from 2016 to 2020.
He received his Doctorate in Leadership for Educational Justice from the University of Redlands in 2014. Funchess collaboratively developed the Aspiring Administrator program to grow and develop SBCUSD leaders from within the District. He also helped develop the Golden Bell Award-winning Grow Our Own initiative to educate and hire the next generation of educators from within the community.
The initiative encourages current SBCUSD students interested in careers in education to pursue their dreams with support from the District, even after leaving high school, and return to SBCUSD to share their knowledge and experience.
The Black Rose Awards are on Friday, February 23, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available at: sbbcfoundation.org
“Additional Black Rose Award winners include Acquanetta Warren, Mayor of Fontana; James C. Baker II, Park Commissioner for the City of Moreno Valley; Michael Beauregard, Assistant Manager at Sam’s Club; Tina Darling, Director of Education at American Career College, Ontario, and chair of the Nursing and Health Ministry at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church; and Aristotle McDaniel, founder of GPL-Grandparents Love,” said Foundation President, Ezekiel Adeleke.
The 31st Annual San Bernardino Culture Foundation Black Rose Awards ceremony takes place on Friday, Feb. 23, starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Riverside Convention Center.
The Black Rose Awards are a complement to Black History Month. The awards are sponsored by the Black Culture Foundation, a nonprofit founded in 1968 by a small group of people who were concerned that, “…nationwide, our school systems have not yet incorporated Black history studies into regular school curriculums. Thus, all students miss the opportunity to learn more about a vital part of this country’s history.”
The Black Culture Foundation’s purpose “…is to foster an interest and a greater understanding of Black culture, to heighten community awareness of the accomplishments of Black people, past and present, and to plan, coordinate and direct an annual Black History Month parade and related cultural activities…[and] bridge the gaps across cultural lines by bringing the local community together to celebrate this event in the spirit of unity and brotherhood.” The Black Rose Awards are the Foundation’s major cultural event.
The Black Rose Awards are Friday, February 23, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are going FAST, get your tickets TODAY: https://sbbcfoundation.org/events/2024-black-rose-awards/
The American Heart Association recommends that you do moderate exercise 150 minutes a week. That could be walking, cycling, Pilates, Zumba class, jogging…you get the idea. It could be five 30-minute sessions or three 50-minute sessions. You could do two one-hour sessions and one 30-minute session.
“Remember your goals are long-term, so every day you should strive to fulfill your good intentions, which will bring you closer to your goal,” says Dr. Albert Arteaga, Chair of LaSalle Medical Associates.
REDLANDS, CA. —LaSalle Medical Associates, the Inland Empire’s largest privately owned and operated healthcare organization, would like to remind you that it’s not too late to add another resolution or two that should be fairly easy to keep.
LaSalle has thoughtfully provided the following list of resolutions and all you have to do is pick one of them to follow and your 2024 will be healthier than your 2023.
The American Heart Association recommends that you do moderate exercise 150 minutes a week. That could be walking, cycling, Pilates, Zumba class, jogging…you get the idea. It could be five 30-minute sessions or three 50-minute sessions. You could do two one-hour sessions and one 30-minute session.
“Moderate” means you are exercising hard enough that you just start to perspire and may find it difficult to carry on a conversation with someone else.
The Mayo Clinic recommends that you eat fatty fish for two meals a week. Fatty fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to be heart-healthy. Salmon and lake trout are great choices. So are cod, mackerel, canned sardines, or light tuna and herring.
Healthline says you can dream your way to better health by getting enough sleep. How much is enough?
Birth to 3 months: 14 to 17 hours
4 to 11 months: 12 to 16 hours
1 to 2 years: 11 to 14 hours
3 to 5 years: 10 to 13 hours
6 to 12 years: 9 to 12 hours
13 to 18 years: 8 to 10 hours
18 to 64 years: 7 to 9 hours
65 years and older: 7 to 8 hours
These three suggested resolutions are well worth considering and they aren’t hard to keep. Each will contribute to a healthier lifestyle that not only benefits you but your friends and family as well.
“Remember your goals are long-term, so every day you should strive to fulfill your good intentions, which will bring you closer to your goal,” says Dr. Arteaga.
For more information call 1-855-349-6019 or go online to LaSalleMedical.com.
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Resolve to Live Healthier in 2024!
“Remember your goals are long-term, so every day you should strive to fulfill your good intentions, which will bring you closer to your goal,” says Dr. Albert Arteaga, Chair of LaSalle Medical Associates.
REDLANDS, CA. —LaSalle Medical Associates, the Inland Empire’s largest privately owned and operated healthcare organization, has provided the following list of easy-to-keep resolutions. Just pick one of them and your 2024 will be healthier than your 2023.
The American Heart Association recommends that you do moderate exercise 150 minutes a week. That could be walking, cycling, Pilates, Zumba class, jogging…you get the idea. It could be five 30-minute sessions or three 50-minute sessions. You could do two one-hour sessions and one 30-minute session.
“Moderate” means you are exercising hard enough that you just start to perspire and may find it difficult to carry on a conversation with someone else.
The Mayo Clinic recommends eating fatty fish for two meals a week. Fatty fish are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon, lake trout cod, mackerel, canned sardines, or light tuna and herring are all fine choices.
Healthline says you can dream your way to better health by getting enough sleep. How much is enough?
Birth to 3 months: 14 to 17 hours
4 to 11 months: 12 to 16 hours
1 to 2 years: 11 to 14 hours
3 to 5 years: 10 to 13 hours
6 to 12 years: 9 to 12 hours
13 to 18 years: 8 to 10 hours
18 to 64 years: 7 to 9 hours
65 years and older: 7 to 8 hours
These resolutions are worthwhile and easy to keep. Each will contribute to a healthier lifestyle that not only benefits you but your friends and family as well.
“Remember your goals are long-term, so every day you should strive to fulfill your good intentions, which will bring you closer to your goal,” says Dr. Arteaga.
For more information call 1-855-349-6019 or go online to LaSalleMedical.com.
Cake, cookies, and rich desserts of all kinds tempt us to over-indulge. Think thin slices and small portions. Who needs to feel bloated or suffer from a stomachache, or worse if you are diabetic?
VICTORVILLE, CALIF. — Seasonal holidays bring with them great reasons to celebrate with friends and family. But they also provide excuses to eat too much, drink too much, and eat unhealthy, waistline-destroying foods. Avoid “morning after” regrets and help your friends and family remember good times with these helpful hints.
As Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve approach, Dr. Albert Arteaga, Chair of LaSalle Medical Associates, one of the Inland Empire’s largest privately owned healthcare providers, suggests that you think about your friends and family as well as yourself as you attend or prepare holiday get-togethers.
Nobody will ever regret moderation,” says Dr. Albert Arteaga, Chair of LaSalle Medical Associates.
Alcohol consumption needs to be limited. If you’re hosting a get-together or being a guest, think. Do you want one of your friends or a family member to leave the party only to get involved in a traffic accident on their way home? Do you want to be pulled over for driving under the influence, or worse?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says two drinks a day for men and one or less per day for women should be the limit. This should be your guideline, one you need to observe if you want to remember your holiday gathering with pleasure, rather than pain.
“If you are hosting, don’t put yourself in danger of being sued for everything you own because you let one of your guests drink too much and leave your premises drunk followed by a traffic accident they cause,” said Arteaga.
He added, “Maybe there’s no accident, but the police pull your bestie over for DUI. How will you feel about that?”
Arteaga suggests you be a good, responsible host. If you’re a guest or attendee at someone else’s function, be smart. Even if you have only two drinks and eat only reasonably healthy food, but too much of it, you may end up the next day or two getting on the scale and wondering where that extra two to five pounds came from.
Cake, cookies, and rich desserts of all kinds tempt us to over-indulge. Think thin slices and small portions. Who needs to feel bloated or suffer from a stomachache, or worse if you are diabetic?
Also, beware of highly processed snack foods that add salt, sugar, oil, and other substances in mind-boggling concentrations that provide your gut with hard-to-digest starches, hydrogenated fats, and other waistline- and health-destroying ingredients.
Harvard Medical School notes that “ultra-processed foods are the main source (nearly 58 percent) of calories eaten in the US and contribute almost 90 percent of the energy we get from added sugars….a French research study found that those who consumed more ultra-processed foods had higher risks of cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, and cerebrovascular disease.”
Dr. Arteaga suggests you make sure you have a holiday season to remember fondly. Eat smart, drink smart. Be a good host and a thoughtful guest. However, if you end up getting sick because you ate or drank too much, remember LaSalle delivers the Gold Standard of Care at their six clinics in San Bernardino County.
LaSalle Medical Associates serves more than 350,000 patients in their clinics and statewide Independent Physicians Association Group (IPA). Patients are covered by most major medical plans and if you are low-income, LaSalle can help get you into affordable healthcare.
For more information call 1-855-349-6019 or go online to LaSalleMedical.com.
“Nobody will ever regret moderation,” says Dr. Albert Arteaga, Chair of LaSalle Medical Associates.
San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca
SAN BERNARDINO, CALIF.— The San Bernardino Democratic Luncheon Club has announced that 5th District San Bernardino County Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. will be the guest speaker for the Club’s November 17th meeting.
Baca has gained a reputation as a champion of education through his actions, such as his recent sponsorship of a College and Career Day at the County Government Office. Workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions combined to connect students with County departments and professionals from diverse fields of potential interest to San Bernardino City and County school district students.
Also during his tenure to date, the Supervisor has paid attention to park improvements, including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for the park’s restrooms, splash pads, and gating. He has also announced an affordable housing project for Bloomington, a mobile veterinarian clinic, and a partnership with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center to improve district residents’ access to the medical center’s mobile clinics.
Democratic Luncheon Club President Attorney Tim Prince says, “Baca always delivers for San Bernardino. He leads a great staff and commissioners, keeps his commitments, and is amongst the most responsive and committed of public servants. We are lucky to have Joe as our Supervisor and friend.”
Luncheon Club meetings start at noon and are held at Juan Pollo Restaurant, 1258 West 5th St., San Bernardino.
Anyone wishing to contact the Club can send an email using the online “Contact Us” form at https://sbdems.com/?page_id=14.
The “Toward a Shared Vision Awards” ceremony will occur on Thursday, October 26th, at the Riverside Convention Center. Hosted by Growing Inland Achievement (GIA), a local nonprofit, the awards recognize contributions to educational attainment and economic success in the Inland Empire.
Dr. Sorrel Stielstra, Director of Research for GIA, addresses participants in a breakout room.https://flic.kr/p/2nVatVPPhoto byGIA
RIVERSIDE, CA — Seven individuals and five groups will be recognized for their work in driving Inland Empire’sducational and economic success.
The Toward a Shared Vision Awards ceremony is set for Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Riverside Convention Center.
“The Toward a Shared Vision Awards recognizes individuals and groups making significant contributions to educational attainment and economic success in the Inland Empire region while embodying core values of equity, transformation, collaboration, innovation, and centering students,” said Ann Marie Sakrekoff, Interim CEO of Growing Inland Achievement (GIA), the local nonprofit hosting the awards celebration.
“We received twenty-five nominations for individuals and groups throughout the region, all of which are well-deserving candidates,” said Sakrekoff. “GIA brought together a diverse panel of representatives from local education and community-based organizations who deliberated and selected 12 individuals and groups to be recognized across six categories.”
The awardees are:
Children Deserve Success Program, San Bernardino County Superintendent of SchoolsPhoto by Gby GIA. Tomas MoralesPhoto by GIby GIA Student-Centered Excellence:
• Group: Children Deserve Success Program, San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools
• Individual: Dr. Tomás D. Morales, President, California State University, San Bernardino
Ontario-Montclair Promise ScholarsPhoto byGIA
Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes, California’s 58th Assembly DistrictPhoto by GIAby GIAxcellence in Regional Transformation:
• Group: Ontario-Montclair Promise Scholars
• Individual: Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes, California’s 58th Assembly District
College FuturesPhoto byGIAby GIAHenry ShannonPhoto by GIA
Fby GIAity-Focused Excellence:
• Group: College Futures Foundation
• Individual: Dr. Henry D. Shannon, Superintendent/President, Chaffey College
Kim McNultyPhoto by GIA
Maby GIAHope Happen FoundationPhoto by GIA
Foby GIAellence in Regional Collaboration:
• Group: Making Hope Happen Foundation
• Individual: Kim McNulty, Vice President of Regional Strategy, OneFuture Coachella Valley
California State University San BernardinoPhoto by GIA
Ivaby GIAPhoto by GIA
For by GIAlence in Innovation:
• Group: Office of Pre-College Programs, California State University, San Bernardino
• Individual: Dr. Ivan Peña, Dean of Student Services and Counseling, Crafton Hills College
• Individual: Dr. Judy D. White, President/Founder, MOSAIC, Retired 12th Superintendent of Schools for Riverside County
The awards ceremony is scheduled for October 26 at 2 p.m. as a culminating program of the two-day Toward a Shared Vision regional summit. Tickets for the full two-day summit can be purchased for $129. A day-two-only ticket, including the recognition ceremony, can be purchased for $65. Ticket sales will contribute to GIA’s student scholarship fund. Learn more about the awards and register to attend on GIA’s website: https://inlandempiregia.org/tasv-2023-awards/.
Since 2015, Growing Inland Achievement has been actively supporting educational attainment and economic success in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. To learn more about their mission and initiatives, please visit InlandEmpireGIA.org.
