Orange County school districts meet standard on new accountability scores
7, 2013 IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --The Orange County Business Journal has announced that EPIC has been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Orange County. EPIC is one of only 34 Orange County companies with 250 or more employees to receive this honor and is ranked 4th in the large company category. "Receiving this recognition is very exciting because it highlights the passion, energy and enthusiasm of our people," said Mary Smith, director of human resources for EPIC. "We feel that happy, engaged team members, who are challenged by and enjoy their work, will deliver the superior level of client service excellence EPIC is committed to providing. We believe this is a significant reason for the rapid growth of our company and the loyalty of our clients. It is a primary driver of our success." The Best Companies Group administered the confidential survey online and included questions that gauged how happy employees are with their work culture, management practices, benefits and overall compensation. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Orange County, benefiting the county's economy, workforce, and businesses. Unique factors that EPIC's employees noted were a pleasant working environment, company-sponsored entertainment, and a superior wellness program.
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THINK Together Chief Development Officer Appointed to Arts Orange County Board of Directors
How's it going, you guys? Can you believe we're here, at the "Real Housewives of Orange County" season finale? I thought I'd trot out a bit of pleasantly morbid postmodern poetry to help us delve a little deeper into what we've been through this season -- what we've learned, how we've grown, and what it says about us -- a nation of viewers watching those desperate to be viewed. Let's move on from my senior year thesis and get down to business. Vicki's lazily themed Winter Wonderland party is in full, seasonally perplexing swing: stuffed penguins on artificial ice floes, cobalt blue Christmas trees, manufactured snow, and other weird trimmings that could only be conjured by a party planner on too much Adderall and Bud Light Platinum. The women are lounging in a chilled grotto, gossiping intensely about Gretchen and Slade, who finally arrive, unfashionably late. Slade immediately tells Lydia that her dress looks straight outta "Dancing with the Stars." She correctly identifies this as a backhanded compliment and deems him a "Douche-lord" in her interview. Point, Lydia! Vicki's soon-to-be-deployed U.S. Marine son-in-law Ryan explains that he has "dirt" on her sketchy beau Brooks, and declares that he's not allowed on the property: "At the end of the day, Brooks is not who he says he is." Yes.
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CB Technologies, Inc. named Best Places to Work by Orange County Business Journal
The Board of Directors of Arts OC is dedicated to supporting a vision that will establish the county as a national leader in fostering a creative community and innovative workforce. I have long admired the great work done by Arts Orange County, said Shaw, 48. Its an honor to work with people so passionate about ensuring that the arts are expanded and enhanced in our community. With a son who recently graduated from USC with a Theatre Degree, I know firsthand the positive impact the arts make in our lives. Serving on the ArtsOC Board will provide greater opportunities for me to advocate for the central role of the arts in Orange County. In his role with THINK Together, a statewide academic support and extended learning organization with its home office and strong programming in Orange County, Tim brings a unique perspective on the arts and arts education in particular. In his previous roles as CEO of the Irvine Public Schools Foundation and as Manager of External Affairs at the Orange County Great Park, Tim was a staunch advocate for expansion of the arts in our schools and public venues. Tim Shaw is a visionary community leader whom Ive had the pleasure of knowing for many years, said Arts Orange County Executive Director Rick Stein. I look forward to his contributions as a dynamic new member of our team, and to the opportunity for us to learn from one another so that we can strengthen the work that each of our organizations is doing in the community. About THINK Together THINK Together is one of the leading and largest nonprofit providers of academic support programs (early literacy, after-school, small group tutoring, summer learning, etc.) in the U.S., serving more than 100,000 students across 420 locations from San Diego to Sacramento. Partnering with school administrators and teachers, its academically oriented programs and dedicated team of 2,500 employees are helping students close the achievement gap.
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Each year, the Orange County Business Journal highlights Orange County's most exceptional companies in the Best Places to Work Special Report. According to the OCBJ, these businesses excel in the finest treatment, recruitment and retention of their employees. CB Technologies has been supplying IT products and services to the Aerospace, Manufacturing, Government, and Commercial sectors since 2001. CB Technologies has nearly doubled its workforce since 2012 and is positioned to continue its growth through 2015. "Recognitions like this exemplify the fact that corporate responsibility to not only clients but employees, along with providing a balanced work-life environment, breeds teamwork, excellence and commitment. This commitment allows our clients to experience the best support and service in the industry," said CEO, Kelly Ireland. CB Technologies is an award-winning and leading small woman-owned enterprise that delivers end-to-end IT solutions and services. Our dedicated and focused team of engineers, sales and support professionals has allowed our clients to experience the highest levels of customer satisfaction. CB Technologies has been perennially named to the Inc. 5000, Orange County Business of the Year list, and CRN's VAR500.
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Orange County 'Carmageddon': Full 405 Freeway closure coming
The closure is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17, and last through 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. The freeway will be shut down between the 605 Freeway and Valley View Street in Westminster, according to a news release from the Orange County Transportation Authority. "We know this 'Bridge Bash' has the potential to disrupt traffic for the hundreds of thousands of people who use the I-405 on a typical summer weekend and we are encouraging drivers to avoid the freeway in this area," Greg Winterbottom, OCTA chairman, said in the release.
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County Issues West Nile Virus Alert
The district received scores of 78 in student achievement, 33 in student progress, 65 in closing performance gaps and 87 in postsecondary readiness. The accountability ratings are one of the tools we use to measure the effectiveness of our district and the success of our students, said Dr. Pauline Hargrove, LC-M CISD superintendent. We are extremely pleased with the results and greatly appreciate the outstanding work of our students, parents, and faculty and staff. The Vidor Independent School District met standard as did all seven of its campuses. The district received scores of 74 in student achievement, 31 in student progress, 65 in closing performance gaps and 82 in postsecondary readiness. We are happy we met all standards. (The superintendents of the county) are all of a like mind that we like the new accountability system better than the last, said Dr. Jay Killgo, Vidor ISD superintendent. Especially since we are not penalized for our lowest test area.
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'The Real Housewives Of Orange County' Season Finale Recap: 'Cold Shoulders'
Posted by Nisha Gutierrez-Jaime (Editor) , August 09, 2013 at 09:13 PM Next Previous Slideshow Download Editor's note: The following news release was issued by the Orange County Vector Control District. The Orange County Vector Control District (OCVCD) recently announced in a news release that a City of Cypress resident was the firstperson to test positive for West Nile Virus in Orange County this year. IntheAugust 6OCVCD news release, District ManagerMichael Hearst explained,Orange County Vector Control District is reporting fewer than normal West Nile virus positives this year. This reduction should not be seen as an invitation to relax, but rather serve as reminder that our diligent control efforts help suppress disease transmission. We remind residents to continue their property inspections and maintenance during years with lower virus transmission in order to reduce the severity of future outbreaks. According to the news release, Cypress was also the location where OCVCD found the first mosquitoes that tested positive for the disease in 2013. OCVCD routinely tests groups of adult female mosquitoes and dead birds for the presence of West Nile Virus.To date this calendar year,four dead birds (collected from the cities of Brea, Garden Grove, Santa Ana, and Seal Beach) and two mosquito samples have tested positive for the virus. Thus, OCVCD encouragesOrange County residentsto conduct routine property inspections for mosquito-breeding sources. The district suggests lookingfor any standing water around the house or neighborhood and either remove the water source, or contact OCVCD to inspect and treat the source.
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Orange County school worker arrested in copper theft case
We'd love to see them! Upload them now! Sign up to News 13 NOW for instant Breaking News & Weather alerts by text or email. Orange County school worker arrested in copper theft case Brian Weydert, and Robert Harrell, are accused of selling copper in Volusia County, which came from school sites in Orange County. Last Updated: Thursday, August 08, 2013, 5:16 PM DELAND -- An Orange County school worker stole copper from school sites and sold it in Volusia County, according to investigators who arrested the man Thursday. Volusia County deputies started investigating last month when a recycling center in DeLand reported a customer scrapped nearly 2,000 pounds of copper wire in about a month at the center. Deputies questioned Robert Harrell, 58, who eventually admitted that he was getting the wire from Brian Weydert, 54. Harrell said Weydert would give him the copper to sell, and then pay Harrell 10 percent for his part. Deputies say Weydert, who worked at as a technician for the Orange County school district, stole the wire from school sites because he needed extra money to support his family.
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