Schools

Ann Sobrato High School's students began class today knowing that this is the first year for Sobrato High to have a full campus, complete with apprehensive freshmen and energetic seniors. Sobrato's student population has grown from 1,050 to 1,500 teenagers. Twenty-one staff members have been added to accommodate the increased number. The students will be welcomed with a back-to-school dance on Aug. 25 from 8pm to 11pm. Admission is $5 with an ASB card and $10 without.

n Live Oak High School

A fifth-generation Morgan Hill resident is following in the footsteps of his mother and two uncles as he performs for the second summer with the Concord Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps.

Live Oak High School's marching band and color guard is looking for students to join the groups for the upcoming marching season. Band camp starts Aug. 14 at 9am at the Live Oak High band room. Students who are looking for commitment, meaning to their high school life, responsibility and a huge sense of satisfaction are encouraged to get involved. Another bonus of becoming a part of the groups is a chance for a trip to Europe in the spring. No experience is necessary. All Live Oak High students are welcome, including incoming ninth graders. Check www.emeraldregime.org for more information, or contact Kathy at 226-8505, [email protected] or Tish at 779-0258.

Foreign high school students are scheduled to arrive soon for academic semester and year program homestays, and the sponsoring organization needs a few more local host families.

Gavilan College Child Development Center has openings for children ages 2-5 who have not started kindergarten. The children do not have to be toilet-trained. Parents do not have to be Gavilan students, though full-time students will have priority. Subsidized and fee-based programs are available.