BIG BOOST TO LOCAL EDUCATION-Simi Valley Education Foundation recently announced the award of a $12,500 grant from Alcoa Fastening Systems, located in Simi Valley. Jim Vigdor, left, operations manager at Alcoa, delivered the check. Alcoa Fastening Systems produces aerospace components, production tooling, bolts, assembly tool systems and header tooling for the aerospace industry. Shown to the right of Vigdor are Kevin Casey, director/ general manager; Sonia Rosas, demand planning analyst; Bessy Melgar, demand planning analyst, along with Simi Valley Education Foundation President Harry VanDyck. Alcoa Fastening Systems of Simi Valley awarded a $12,500 grant to the Simi Valley Education Foundation. Jim Vigdor, Alcoa operations manager, delivered the check to the foundation at a recent board meeting. "Alcoa is delighted to part

ner with the Simi Valley Education Foundation again this year. Investing in education and strengthening ties with the community is an investment in the future of Simi Valley," Vigdor said.

Alcoa Fastening Systems produces aerospace components, production tooling, bolts, assembly tool systems and header tooling for the aerospace industry. The grant is part of the foundations' commitment to improving the quality of life in communities where Alcoa operates.

The Simi Valley Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization consisting of parents, local businesses, and citizens dedicated to providing additional resources to students enrolled in the Simi Valley Unified School District through community and corporate donations.

For more information, call (877) SIMI-KID or visit www.svef.org.