Simi, Royal marching bands in step, in tune
     SPECTACULAR BANDS— Above, Simi Valley High School’s marching band entertains the judges with its Blues Brothers-inspired field show at the 26th annual Royal Classic on Oct.
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Good students, bad essays
      The University of California application is online, and many students are already working on their personal statements. You might think that students who earn excellent grades and score well on standardized tests would have no trouble writing an effective college application essay, but these high achievers often struggle with their essays.
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Red Ribbon Week winners
     SENDING A MESSAGE—In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, Oct.
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Going green for school
      The start of a new season is an ideal time for families to learn “green” habits and routines. From purchasing goods made from recycled materials to donning eco-friendly clothing, green-living expert and TV host Sara Snow knows about decreasing a family’s impact on the environment.
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Community College District hosting ‘going green’ conference
      Ventura County Community College District will host a Teaching and Practicing Green Conference from 7:30 a.m. to noon Fri., Nov. 20 at the Marriott Courtyard Hotel, 600 E. Esplanade Drive, Oxnard.
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