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School budget building will be different this year, and parents are encour- aged to participate in the process. In the past schools received money that was designated for particular programs, or general pur- poses; the budget was built within the guidelines for each program and the needs of general educa- tion. Staff had input, but the public was really not part of the process. The new law mandates public participation, particularly on the part of parents. When I was a school principal I used to ask parents what was best for their children and what worked at home; I would tell them they knew their children better than I do, and we needed to work together to help their child succeed. In many ways the new funding law for schools utilizes the same approach. The new law is called the Local Control Fund- ing Formula, or LCFF. As part of the budget build- ing process schools are required to assess the needs of their school in three areas before the budget building begins. It is a little bit like checking the refrigerator, the pantry, and your nutritional needs before making a shop- ping list then going to the store. The three areas that have to be addressed in a Local Control A c c o u n t a b i l i t y Plan (LCAP) include: 1. Conditions of learning, including access to courses and qualified teachers, imple- mentation of the Common Core and other state stan- dards, and safe facilities. 2. Pupil outcomes, including results on state tests and measures of preparation for college and career opportunities. 3. The engagement, including measures of school climate, student engagement, and parental involvement. These requirements make common sense, and it is difficult to see why they needed to be mandated by the state. If we do not pro- vide quality courses and good instruc- tion, if we do not pay atten- tion to student progress, and if we do not pro- vide a good learning envi- ronment or lis- ten to parents, we would not be doing our jobs as professional edu- cators. We will be working to quantify all three of these areas, and that means doc- umenting, counting, test- ing, and measuring on a more consistent basis. It also means we will devel- op more formal ways in which parents can partici- pate in the life of the dis- trict. We will be expanding the roles of parent adviso- ry groups, such as the Site Councils, providing open forums for parents, and working harder to keep all parents informed. Stay tuned. Joe Harrop is interim superintendent of the Red Bluff Joint Union High School District. 2B Daily News – Wednesday, February 12, 2014 Parties - Corporate Events Reunions - Private Events Rehearsal Dinners 604 Main St, Red Bluff Call 529-5154 for more information Tell flossing excuses good-bye forever Your response to yesterday's col- umn was huge. I'm still sifting through all the messages. And one thing is clear: Most of us hate to floss! And I get that. It's a pain because it's awkward and time consum- ing. And it's not an easy task. And while most of your letters brought commitments to change, one message from Max offered a specific solution to the often trou- blesome, yet traditional dental floss. EASY FLOSS. Thanks for yes- terday's column about dental care. I don't know how I'd live without my Sonicare! For years I struggled with flossing with regular dental floss and tried every type of solution and floss pick out there. They were either really expensive or the floss would break mid-floss. Recently, a friend introduced me to these Plackers floss picks she found on Amazon. They never break, are rel- atively inexpensive, and slide easily between my teeth. I've tried a few different versions of the Plackers, but my favorite are the Gentleslide Flossers (www.everydaycheap- skate.com/floss). I recommend them to anyone who has trouble flossing with standard floss. -- Max H., email BE PATIENT. The best airline fares typically go to those who call just after midnight, Eastern Time. That's when airlines decide whether a flight is full and begin slashing prices if it's not. Typically, fares can drop by anywhere from $50 to $400. -- Tim J., Michigan TAKE A SEAT. Season tickets to the local sympho- ny are quite pricey, but we get in free by serving as ushers. Many concert halls and theaters across the nation do the same. Call your local theater to find out if it needs help. Or search the Internet, using the keywords "volun- teer," "usher," plus your hometown. -- Connie B., Maryland STUDENT WORK- OUT. A cheap way to get in shape is to take a class at a local community col- lege. Most students can get into the gym to work out using their ID. This is much cheaper than the average cost of a gym membership. -- Betty D., Indiana SMOOTH SLIDING. After cleaning the track of your sliding glass patio door, run a piece of paraffin wax (a candle will work, too) back and forth along the track. It will slide like a brand-new door. - - Majel R., email UNTANGLE A NECKLACE. To get a knot out of a chain, just place some baby oil on the knot and use 2 pins to work it free. When you are finished, wash the necklace in soapy water and dry well. -- Bea W., North Carolina SPOT CLEAN. We have off- white carpet in our house and two boys. Needless to say, we have our fair share of spills, spots and drips on the carpet. The most effective spot cleaner I have ever used (even compared to expensive name brands) is regular shaving cream. Just dampen the spot with warm water, spray with shaving cream and scrub with a brush (I use a finger- nail brush or toothbrush). Wipe clean with a damp rag. -- Catherine C., email FUME-FREE OVEN CLEANER. The safest, but not necessarily the quickest oven cleaner I've found is a mixture of baking soda, warm water and white vinegar applied all over the inside of the oven and left overnight. Wipe clean the next day. It is not necessary to heat the oven when performing this pro- cedure. -- Nadia G., Idaho Would you like to send a tip to Mary? You can email her at mary@everydaycheapskate.com, or write to Everyday Cheapskate, P.O. Box 2099, Cypress, CA 90630. Include your first and last name and state. Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com and author of 24 books, including her 2013 release "The Smart Woman's Guide to Planning for Retirement." Mary Hunt Everyday Cheapskate Rubes By Leigh Ruben Local Calendar Submit calendar items to P.O. Box 220, Red Bluff, 96080 or clerk@redbluffdailynews.com. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Red Bluff Adult Carving Class, 10 a.m. to noon, Veterans Memorial Hall, Jackson and Oak, 527-0768 Al-Anon, noon to 1 p.m., Presbyterian Church, Jefferson and Hick- ory Alcohol, Anger and Abuse Group, call for time and location, 528- 0226 American Association of University Women, 7 p.m., 1135 Lin- coln St. Nurturing Parenting Dads Program, 10 a.m. to noon, 1860 Wal- nut St. #D, Shasta Room, call Keith at 527-8491, ext. 3012 Nurturing Skills for Teen Parents, 9-10 a.m., 1900 Walnut St., 527-8491, ext. 3012 PAL Martial Arts Women's Self Defense, 5:30-6:30 p.m., 1005 Vista Way, Ste. C, 840-0345 Parks and Recreation Commission, 7 p.m., City Hall, 555 Wash- ington St., 527-8177 Penny Bingo, 10 a.m., Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St. Red Bluff Airport Commission, 5:30 p.m., City Hall, 555 Wash- ington St. Red Bluff Cemetery District Board of Trustees, 4 p.m., Oak Hill Cemetery office Red Bluff Kiwanis, noon, Elks Lodge Red Bluff Derby Girls open tryouts and practice, 6:30 p.m., Tyler Jelly building at Tehama District Fairgrounds Retired Public Employees Association, Chapter 18, noon, Cozy Diner Senior Dance, 7 p.m., Westside Grange, Walnut Street Soroptimist International, 5:30 p.m., Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St., siredbluffclub@yahoo.com Team Kid, 5:30 p.m., First Southern Baptist Church, 585 Kimball Road, 527-5083 TeenScreen Mental Health Appointments, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free by appointment, 1900 Walnut St., 527-8491, Ext. 3012 Tehama Coffee Party Loyalists, 6 p.m., Cozy Diner 259 Main St. Tehama County Library story time, 9:30 a.m., 645 Madison St. 527-0604 Tehama County Mosquito Abatement District, noon, 11861 County Road 99W Tehama Shooters Association, 6:30 p.m., Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St. 527-8727 Waterbirth class, 5 p.m., St. Elizabeth Community Hospital, Columba Room, Anita 529-8377 Weight Watchers meeting, 5:30 p.m., 485 Antelope Blvd., #N, 1- 800-651-6000 Widowed Persons Breakfast, 8 a.m., Tremont Cafe Y-FI Middle and High School Youth Group, 6:30-8 p.m., North Valley Baptist Church, 345 David Ave., 527-0543 Corning Corning Elementary School Board, 7 p.m., 1590 South St. Corning Rotary, noon, Rolling Hills Casino, Timbers Steak House Nutrition Classes, 12:30-2 p.m., West Street FRC, 824-7670 School Readiness Play Group, 10-11:30 a.m., up to 5 years, free, Family Resource Center, 1480 South St., 824-4111 Spanish Adult Education, 5 p.m., Family Resource Center, West and South streets, 824-7670 Strategies for Success, Life Skill classes, 1:30 p.m., Family Resource Center, West and south streets, 824-7670 VFW Charity Bingo, 6 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, 1620 Solano St., 824-5957 Los Molinos Bible Study, 1 p.m., Sherwood Manor, 7975 Sherwood Blvd.All welcome., Pastor Clyde Brant, 347-1330 Chamber of Commerce, 6:30 p.m., 7904 Highway 99E Take Off Pounds Sensibly — TOPS, 8:30 a.m., 25160 Josephine St., 385-1068 Cottonwood Cottonwood Library Story Time, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 3427 Main St., 347-4818 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Red Bluff California HEAT Chorus - Sweet Adelines, 7 p.m., Meteer School Room 26, 695 Kimball Road, 895-0139 Childbirth Class, 6:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Community Hospital, Columba room, 529-8377 Fun Senior Aerobics, 8-9 a.m., $1, Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St. 527-8177 Grief Support Group, 3 p.m., St. Elizabeth Community Hospital, Coyne Center, 528-4207 Imagination Train storyhour, 4 p.m., Tehama County Library Kelly-Griggs House Museum, 1-3 p.m., Thursdays and Sundays, 311 Washington St., group tours by appointment, 527-1129 or 527- 5895 La Leche League, 11 a.m., Sunrise Bible Fellowship, 956 Jackson St., 347-0562 or 527-6818 Live country music, with dinner, 5-7 p.m., Veterans Hall Painting session, Red Bluff Art Association, 10 a.m., Tehama Dis- trict Fairground, 529-1603 PAL Martial Arts, ages 5-18, 3-5 p.m., 1005 Vista Way, Ste. C, free, 529-7950 Penny Bingo, 10 a.m., Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson St. Phoenix Community Support Group, 11:30 a.m., Presbyterian Church, 838 Jefferson St., 945-2349 Pinochle for Seniors, 12:30-3:30 p.m., 1500 S. Jackson St., free, 527-8177 Red Bluff Exchange Club, noon, M&M Ranch House, 645 Ante- lope Blvd. #1 Red Bluff Lions Club, 6 p.m., Veterans Memorial, 527-8452 Rock Choir, 4 p.m., 601 Monroe St., free, all welcome Senior Chair Volleyball, 1 p.m. Community Center, 1500 S. Jack- son St. Sunrise Speakers Toastmasters, noon, Rabobank, 500 Luther Road, 529-3556 Swinging Squares Square Dance Club, 7 p.m., Community Cen- ter, 1500 S. Jackson St., beginner or review classes, 529-1615 Tehama County Planning Commission Workshop, 9 a.m., 727 Oak St., 527-2200 Widowed Persons Dinner, 5 p.m., La Corona Women's Domestic Violence Information and Support Group, Call for group time and location, 528-0226 Corning Cal-Fresh and Healthy Family Appointments,1-3 p.m., Family Resource Center, 1488 South St., 824-7670 Corning Friends of the Library, 2 p.m., 740 Third St. Dance with Juana, noon to 1 p.m., Family Resource Center, 1488 South St., 824-7670 Parents' input sought in RBUHS budgeting Joe Harrop Women to hear probation talk Richard Muench, Tehama county chief pro- bation officer, will discuss retraining probationers for jobs for the American Association of University Women at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22. The meeting will be at the Tehama County Department of Education on Lincoln Street.