New  "Core Curriculum" Text Book

Being Launced

November, 2012

"Mexican Men Chronicles"

By:  Nicolas M. Retana, Ph.D.

Madera, California

  We are pleased to announce the Launcing of the newly published Book of Poetry

"Mexican Men Chronicles" by Nicolas M. Retana, Ph.D. in November, 2012. Stay Tuned!

This book is in production and is a Trailblazing work by Poet & Educator Dr. Nicolas M. Retana to address the needs of "Core Curriculum" based standards  soon to be implemented Nationwide!

"I have written a book of poetry with lessons plans tied to the new Core Curriculum being implemented nationwide," states Dr. Retana. "It is the first of its kind on the market in the United States."  "We anticipate this new supplemental textbook material will be used in high school english classrooms across the country" says Dr. Retana;

 "It will particularly encourage and interest high school Latino boys* everywhere to engage in the joy of reading and help them further develop their critical thinking & language art skills in the process."

(* Nationwide, Latino boys are one of the lowest acheiving segments of students in their development of language art skills and proficiency.)

Educators from around the country who have read previews of the new poetry book are giving it high praise! (See the www.mexmenchronicles.com website).

Pre-sale copies of this book geared for use at the High School level [Eng. Lit.] meets all the standards set forth in the new National "Core Curriculum" requirements.  Dr. Ralph Pacheco (Governing Board Member, Whittier Union High School District, California) states, "I have read some of the poems by Dr. Retana. They are poignant and passionate, they capture what it was like growing up as a Latino male in the United States in the 1940's and 50's. It is reminiscent of some of the stories told by John Steinbeck but in poetic prose."

You may read more about this New Book and pre-order copies for your classroom at: http://mexmenchronicles.com







Coming Soon ... 9th Annual Patriot's Award Breakfast & Charity Banquet, a 9/11 Memorial Event

2012

PATRIOT'S AWARD

Whittier, CA


Saturday, September 8th, 2012 marks the 9th Annual Patriot's Award Breakfast & Charity Banquet. Location will be the "Grand Ballroom" at the Whittier Rio Hondo American Red Cross Building on the corner of Baily and Friends in Uptown Whittier. This will be the 3rd year that the American Red Cross will be our hosts for this "9/11 Memorial Event", says Dr. Ralph Pacheco, CEO of the LC Foundation, Inc. and Co-host of the Memorial Event.

"We shall once again set aside this morning to remember the sacrifices made on 9/11/01. The First Responders and others who lost their lives on this tragic day 11 years ago."

For the past 8 years, Dr. & Mrs. Pacheco have led a Committee of distinguished citizens who plan this annual event, which includes the selection of deserving individuals from the Whittier area who have demonstrated their, "Love of God, Country, and Neighbor through Community, Humanitarian, or National service."

We have confirmed the acceptance of this "Patriot's Award" from the following individuals nominated for the 2012 Patriot's Award: Our 2012 Patriot of the Year is Brenda Wiewel (LA CADA), Joe Enriquez (Point Man Ministries), Selma Minard (Whittier Republican Women), and Jesse M. Luera (Special Veteran's Award).

The Event will start at the American Red Cross Grand Ballroom at 8:00 A.M. Doors open and there is Check-In. The Program starts promptly at 8:30 A.M. and all Banquet Program activities shall be completed by 10:30 A.M.

PROGRAM:

The Quarry Worship (Ministries) shall be performing again this year, providing the Live Music for the event. They shall provide musical entertainment during the opening of the event and special music during recognition of the Patriot of the Year.

Honorary Chairperson of the 2012 Patriot's Banquet: Cathy Warner, Whittier City Council will be providing the official "Welcoming" address to the Banquet participants. Pastor Charles Woody, a member of the 2012 Patriot;s Award Planning Committee, shall give the Invocation for the event.

There shall be a few surprises during the course of the morning's program.

Tickets: $ 20.00 each (pre-sale), $25.00 at the door. Tickets are available by calling (562) 233-7236. Businesses who would like to advertise in the "Full Color" Banquet Program can call for quotes and make arrangements for submitting their display ads.

Reserve Tickets On-Line at:  profresnet@aol.com

2012 California Superintendent of the Year & California Teacher of the Year from Whittier, CA

Whittier, CA

It has been announced recently that the 2012 ACSA Superintendent of the Year is Sandra Sanchez Thorstenson of the Whittier Union High School District.

LC Foundation Founder Dr. Ralph Pacheco hired Sandra Thorstenson as Superintendent along with his fellow colleagues on the Governing Board of the Whittier Union High School District 9 years ago.

Dr. Pacheco states, "We set in motion one of the extraordinary feats in K-12 education here in California... An entire school district, "all schools", experiencing sustained Academic Improvement (API Score increases) every year for 9 consecutive years!" Dr. Pacheco continues, "When you look at our demographics; 80% economically disadvantaged ethnically diverse students who are defying the odds! We have a belief in Whittier Union HSD that 'Demographics does not determine Destiny!' Every educator in Whittier Union HSD makes it their goal to deliver the promise for every student in our school district. We are not making excuses, we are continually raising the bar for our students to function at optimum performance -- every day!"

It is a remarkable record of accoomplishment... Teachers and Administrators are all engaged in providing a learning environment on all of our school campuses... It is total! We've established an organization who believes that we shall do "Whatever it Takes" to get results. Failure is not an option. The Schools have adopted a "pyramid of interventions" that ensures that every underperforming student is identified early and immediately receives required interventions that will assist the student in acheiving greater success than they have been experiencing; Improvement is not an option... It is mandatory for every student.

It is understood that the School District will provide whatever resource is necessary to assist and provide for student success... Students understand and respect this commitment to their success and have responded in a powerful and dynamic way. Students know that teachers genuinely care about their success and are instilled with "hope & optimism."

It starts with an outstanding Governance Team; 5 dedicated Governing Board Members and an educational leader at the helm leading the way -- That person is Whittier Union's Superintendent Sandra Sanchez Thorstenson (California Superintendent of the Year). She has led the way for past 9 years and continues to "raise the bar" not only for the student body but with every employee in the organization... A truly great accomplshment! These accomplsihments are shared by fully engaged Administrators, Teachers, Classified Employees, Parent and Volunteer leaders who assist with student support each day on Whittier Union HSD campuses. Whittier's business community has also been very instrumental in assisting in this process... It has truly been a collaborative process.

Ken LaVigne, 2012 California Teacher of the Year at La Serna High School is an outstanding example of quality instruction and commitment to Whittier's students. hundreds of success stories have been recorded by Ken's students over the years. It is one of hundreds of teachers equally committed to assisiting in the success of their students in the Whittier Union HSD.

It is a time to celebrate Whittier Union High School District's recognition for excellence... It is also a time to recognize that all glory is fleating and we must continue the good work and build on its prior successes. It is not a time for Whittier Union HSD to sit on its laurels, but a time to acknowledge excellence in our midst and strive to increase expectations ... The successes must be sustainable through a continued effort and emphasis on providing excellence inside and outside of the classroom.

California Teacher of the Year Ken Lavigne states it best, "We are called to provide our students with classroom instruction, but more importantly we are committed to coaching their souls."

We agree, "coaching the soul will last a lifetime!"

LC Foundation at Whittier College Internship & Career Fair

(Pictured: center Dr. Yolanda Aguerrebere with students.)

It was a rainy morning when LC Foundation CEO Dr. Ralph Pacheco and Dr. Yolanda Aguerrebere, (LC Foundation --Lead Consultant-- Education Services Division), arrived at the Whittier College campus. The staff at the college was gracious in giving them both a ride on their (golf) cart to Villalobos Hall where the 2011 Whittier College Internship & Career Fair was being held on October 5, 2011.

The Villalobos Hall at Whittier College was buzzing with activity as the Agencies and Organizations seeking Interns and providing career opportunities set up their displays for the College Fair. The FBI, U.S. Customs & Border Patrol, U.S. Congresswoman Linda Sanchez Office, Nordstroms, and many other Community based organizations and public agencies about 25 in all.

The LC Foundation was there to offer an opportunity for "4" Internships with the Foundation, 2 upper classmen positions and 2 lower classman positions; 2- Community Liaison Specialist positions, and 2- Administrative Interns respectively were showcased at the Intern Fair.

There was great interest expressed by the Wet but enthusiastic Whittier College students. In all, "41" Whittier College students signed up expressing further interest in participating in the "Internship Program" being offered to Whittier College students.

There are a variety of projects and programs that the LC Foundation is involved with in the Whittier community for students to assist and receive"first hand" experience in Project Management.

For further infomation about our Internship program please call 562 946 1410 and ask for Dr. Yolanda Aguerrebere.

Watch for Clergy Column, Deborah Pacheco being featured in the Whittier Daily News - Friday, September 30th, 2011

Whittier, CA

Deborah Pacheco, Co-Founder of the LC Foundation, Inc. (2008) and Co-Founder of First Christian Church International (2002) will be featured in the Whittier Daily News "Clergy Forum" on September 30, 2011.

The Clergy Forum is a featured column in each Friday issue of the Whittier Daily News. This Friday's column is the first submission of Pastor Deborah Pacheco, her topic will be on her obeservations about the "Praying Grandmas" in the Church.

Praying Grandmas are the backbone of every church ..." Says Deborah Pacheco. Watch for her column in tomorrow's newspaper.

LC Foundation / Leadership Bible Institute in discussion with EMI Bible University -- Establishment of New Masters of Theology Program

Whittier, CA

Dr. Laurella Meyer, (President) EMI Bible University, (Pictured right) is presently confering with Dr. Ralph Pacheco, (President) Leadership Bible Institute (LC Foundation, Inc.) to accept the position of Director of the New Masters of Theology program(s) at EMI Bible University.

A joint venture agreement is in the offering. It is being proposed that the Leadership Bible Institute serve as the School of Leadership & Theology within the University (Conceptually like; Talbot School of Theology is at BIOLA University). The new Masters of Theology centerpiece in the curriculum would be the Leadership development course content. Creating a new Masters of Theology - Strategic Leadership & Pastoral Theology (Major).

Discussions have been informally held over the past 2 months. There is a scheduled meeting with the EMI Bible University leadership with Dr. Pacheco to review a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the 2 entites which outlines the internal business relationship that will exist between both institutions.

" I am optimistic about the new relationship that has been proposed between EMI Bible University and the Leadership Bible Institute... EMIBU has a long history of educational excellence going back over 40 years. I am honored to be asked by President Laurella Meyer to step in and restructure the implementation of the EMIBU Masters of Theology Program. My vision is to help make the Masters program once of the finest offered in southern California." says Dr. Pacheco.

Dr. Pacheco states, "I have shared with the EMIBU family that they are the best kept secret in southern California. Here we have a Fully Accredited Christian University right here in sothern California that offers a rigorous and challenging educational experience at a fraction of the costs of other Christian based universities. Anything I can do to enhance their program will be a wonderful opportunity."

Dr. Pacheco was invited to be a plenary speaker at EMIBU's 2011 graduation ceremony
last June. He assisted in presenting 2 honorary doctorate degrees to 2 distinguished Christian ministers. He has since been invited to address the EMIBU Faculty in early September in preparation for their new school year, and recently conducted Chapel for the EMIBU students on two separate occasions in the new academic year that has recently started.

It has been widely announced among faculty and students that Dr. Pacheco has been asked to come aboard at EMIBU to head the newly reconfigured Masters Program. The response has been extremely positive from both Faculty leadership and students alike.

Further information about the EMI Bible University's enrollment and admissions phone: 562 219 1394. or write (email) info@emibu.org We may also contact Dr. Ralph Pacheco at 562 233 7236 or 562 946 1410.

Patriot's Award 9/11 Event An Inspiring Time for All...

Whittier, CA

The 8th Annual 2011 Patriot's Award Breakfast & Charity Banquet (A 9/11 Memorial Observance Event) was held on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at the Grand Ballroom of the American Red Cross (Rio Hondo Chapter) in uptown Whittier. The event was hosted by Dr. Ralph & Deborah Pacheco of the: LC Foundation, Inc..

The Honorary Chair of the Patriot's Planning Committee Whittier Mayor Cathy Warner gave the official "Welcome" to the over 150 guests at the event. She spoke of the "Powerful remembrance of this tragic event that took place 10 years ago."

In the Award portion of the morning, "6" very deserving Whittier area citizens received recognition for their "demonstrating of love for God, Country, and Neighbor through Community or national service..." The 2011 Patriot of the Year was Mr. Jose Ramos the founding member of the "Welcome Back Home Vietnam Veterans" event held each March 30th of the year.

The other 5 Patriot Awardees were; Layla Avila (South Whittier School District Board Member), Bobbie Dear (Board secretary, Whittier County Community Coordinating Council), P. Michael Freeman (Los Angeles County Fire Chief - Retired), Elizabeth "Liz" Mendia (Executive Director, Whittier Rio Hondo AIDS Project), and Tim Traeger (Editor, Whittier Daily News).

The Patriot's Award "9/11" Keynote Speaker was Mr. Steven David Santoyo, husband of "Marie Pappalardo" ... Marie was a passenger on United Flight 175 (Boston to L.A.) she was returning from Martha's Vineyard (Boston area) after a visit with her adult daughter for her Birthday... Marie was returning from Boston to L.A. to be with her husband Steven... She did not make it home that day... The flight was hijacked and was flown into TWIN TOWER #2 on 9/11/01 she perished that day along with all the other passengers and flight crew.

Steven's testimony of tragic loss... Depression and pain... then redemption through his faith in God, and ultimate victory Jesus Christ was an inspirational highlight of the 9/11 Memorial Observance at the Event. The 9/11 ceremony was followed by the "Ringing of the Fire Bell" 10 times in 10 second intervals... One ring for each year since this tragic event. A solumn and profound reverence filled the room during that moment for all in attendance that morning. Not a word was spoken...

There were many distingished dignitaries who were also in attendance for this year's memorial event. (partial list): Whittier Mayor Cathy Warner, Whittier Council Member Greg Nordbak, Whittier Union HSD Board Members; Leighton Anderson, Jeff Baird, Russell Castaneda-Calleros, and Tim Schneider. South Whittier School Board Members; Jan Baird and Layla Avila. Rio Hondo College Trustee Gary Mendez, East Whittier School Board Trustee Christine Chacon Sullivan, Whittier Union HSD Superintendent Sandra Thorstenson, Central Water District Board Member Robert Apodaca, Kenia Davalos L.A. County Chair of the Small Business Commission, Hector Elizalde representing U.S. Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, Kara Medrano representing U.S. Congresswoman Linda Sanchez, Andrea Avila representing L.A. County Supervisor Don Knabe, Rev. Jim Ortiz, President of the Whittier Area Evangelical Ministerial Alliance (WAEMA).

Program Highlights; The Welcome by Whittier Mayor / Patriot's Committee Honorary Chair Cathy Warner, The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Patriot's Committee Honorary Co-Chair Greg Nordbak, the Invocation by Pastor Joey Alvarado (King's Sons & Daughters Training Centers), and the closing prayer (Benediction) by Pastor Charles Woody, Cornerstone Celebration Center International.

In addition to the gorgeous "Eagle" Patriot Trophies and "Patriot's Awardee Medallions/Medals" the Patriot Honorees ' also received Commendations from U.S. Congress, the County of Los Angeles, and the City of Whittier.

The closing ceremonies also ended with everyone in attendance singing in chorus "God Bless America" (written by Irving Berlin). An appropriate end to a Patriotic event...