Chino Valley school district to hold Golf Tourney

Chino Valley Unified School District will hold its first golf tournament on March 23 to raise funds for student scholarships. The scholarships will be awarded to students from Ayala, Buena Vista, Chino, Chino Hills and Don Lugo High Schools.

Criteria for selecting the students will be based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership throughout the school and community and the students' need for financial assistance.

"The focus of the District over the past few years has been increased academic rigor," said Julie Gobin, District Spokeswoman. "The students, the staff and the teachers have embraced the challenge and now it's time for our community to show their support to our students who have achieved outstanding results."

The tournament will be hosted at Los Serranos Golf and Country Club and begins with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Breakfast and registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Golfers will be able to enjoy a buffet luncheon and raffle after they finish the course's 18 holes.

A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available. The District is hoping for 145 golfers on the day of the event.

"The economy does not appear to be on our side at this time as many tournaments are being canceled or postponed, however, we believe that there is unconditional support for the educational program at the District and the successes that have been achieved in recent years," Mrs. Gobin said. "The tournament is a great way to show support for our students while having fun and meeting others who share the vision."

To register, sponsor or obtain more information, visit the District's web site at www.chino.k12.ca.us or contact the Communications Office at (909) 628.1201 Ext. Chino Valley Unified School District serves 33,330 students in Chino, Chino Hills and

Ontario. There are 36 schools in the District including 22 elementary (K-6), 2 fundamental (K-6 & K-8), 5 junior highs and 4 high schools and 3 alternative schools.

One elementary school operates on a year-round basis. The District employs about 3,160 persons, making it one of the largest employers in San Bernardino County. The District's annual budget is approximately $249 million. The District's Motto is: Student

Achievement, Safe Schools and Positive School Climate.