Patti Furnari, director of Stellar Charter School in Redding, leads by modeling respectful behaviors that nurture positive relationships with parents, staff and students. “Patti is the ultimate team player who […]
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Be The Change
Be The Change: Tom Gunter – Volunteer Extraordinaire
Ask any classroom teacher about the value of a good volunteer, and they will say that it is a gift beyond measure. Bob Causey, fourth grade teacher at Sisson School […]
Be the Change: Bev Blair – A Life of Commitment
Bev Blair, preschool teacher at Secret Garden Preschool in Redding, CA, has created a stable life of commitments in marriage, work and friendships. Bev began teaching at Secret Garden, the […]
Be The Change: Bob Maness: Passing the Torch
Bob Maness, owner and director of California Regional Theater (CRT) in Chico, knows that kids are our future. “Bob is very innovative and involved in passing the torch to the […]
Be the Change: Dawn Hess – Building Character Through Performing Arts
Dawn Hess is founder and director of Kids Unlimited Institute of the Arts (KU) in Redding, as well as part-time music teacher and director of the Festival Choir at Redding […]
Be the Change: David Donica: Taking a Stand
David Donica of Mt. Shasta loves working with people and being of service. He shares this passion by offering his technological expertise to assist non profit organizations to achieve their […]
Be The Change – John W. Tillery: A Life Of Service
Occasionally a person comes along whom others, without fail, describe with only the highest of complements. John W. Tillery, Executive Director of Remi Vista, Inc., is such a man. Mr. […]
Be the Change: Darbie Andrews: Walking Her Talk
Multi-talented Darbie Andrews likes challenges and helping others. She models how setting intentions and practicing self-discipline and commitment create a rich and diverse life. She continually finds opportunities to use […]
Be the Change: Dr. James Wood – Empowering Children & Parents
Pediatrician Dr. James Wood of Chico says, “I am a physician by occupation. My mission in life, though, is empowerment. I empower children to be the best they can be […]
Be the Change: Tana Macy, A Life Of Joy
Tana Macy, former owner of Siskiyou Dance Company in Weed, retired in 2013. Having taught dance for most of her life, making this decision didn’t come easily. “Dance is part […]
