🎓 Pasadena Grad Rates Down 📉

Issue #083

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Pasadena Spotlight
28 Jan

❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

📉 Pasadena High School Graduation Rates Fluctuate, Overall Rate Declines

💞 Pasadena's DART/SART Team and Peace Over Violence Collaborate to Aid Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence

🌟 Please Support Our Local Business Owners

🚒 Pasadena Fire Department Seeks Experienced Lateral Firefighter Paramedics with Competitive Salary and Benefits

🚀 Mars Helicopter Mission: Pasadena's JPL-Built Ingenuity Grounded by Rotor Damage

😃 Viral Meme

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Pasadena, Jan 28th, has a lovely day in store! Morning (5 am - 10 am) starts cloudy at 57°F, rising to 70°F; ideal for a stroll or cozy breakfast. Dress in layers.

Noon (11 am - 1 pm) turns partly cloudy, peaking at 74°F; wear breathable clothes, stay hydrated.

Afternoon (2 pm - 5 pm) stays partly cloudy, 75°F; perfect for outdoor activities, use sunscreen, wear light clothing.

Evening (6 pm - 11 pm) cools to 60°F; perfect for a casual dinner or movie night, grab a light jacket.

Pasadena High School Graduation Rates Fluctuate, Overall Rate Declines

The Pasadena Unified School District reported a decrease in the city's overall high school graduation rate for the 2022-2023 school year, dropping to 84.8% from the previous year's 88.7%.

This decline was attributed to changes in legislation that allowed certain students with credit deficiencies to graduate under state minimum requirements in the previous year.

However, Marshall Fundamental, Pasadena High School, and John Muir High School each saw more than 92% of seniors graduate, standing out with higher graduation rates.

On the other hand, Rose City High School recorded the lowest graduation rate at 47.3%.

Efforts are underway to increase credit recovery opportunities for students throughout the school year, with the District expecting an increase in the graduation rate in the current school year.

Additionally, the dropout rate decreased to 7.9% from 9.1% the previous year, with measures in place to provide support and opportunities for credit recovery to ensure a further decrease in dropout rates.

Pasadena's DART/SART Team and Peace Over Violence Collaborate to Aid Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence

A girl stands in a dimly lit hallway on Alcatraz Island, SF.

The Pasadena Police Department’s Domestic Abuse Response Team/Sexual Assault Response Team (DART/SART) has been operating in collaboration with the nonprofit Peace Over Violence to assist survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

Since its establishment last year, the team has shown promising results in providing comprehensive care and support to survivors, exemplifying the synergy between law enforcement and advocacy groups.

The program aims not only to provide immediate assistance and resources but also to educate the community about sexual and domestic violence and build healthy relationships, families, and communities free from violence.

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Pasadena Fire Department Seeks Experienced Lateral Firefighter Paramedics with Competitive Salary and Benefits

Pasadena Fire Department is hiring experienced lateral firefighter paramedics with a starting salary of $113,367 plus $8,000 incentive pay, along with benefits like priority placement on fire engines, 4-person staffing at 8 stations, and a diverse fleet. Successful candidates can join the USAR team and work at special events.

The department responded to over 21,000 calls in 2023 and plans a 4.5% raise in 2025, with post-retirement medical benefits. It offers a supportive work environment and is a great opportunity for experienced firefighter paramedics.

Mars Helicopter Mission: Pasadena's JPL-Built Ingenuity Grounded by Rotor Damage

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Pasadena's JPL-built Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, concluded its historic mission due to rotor damage, ending a remarkable journey that surpassed initial expectations.

Despite being unable to fly, the craft leaves behind a significant legacy in space exploration and inspires future aircraft missions on Mars and beyond.

Upcoming Local Events

Sunday January, 28

Pasadena Comic Con 2024 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Scout Programs - 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

Women! - 3:00 p.m.

Max Amini Performs - 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Max Amini Performs - 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Monday January, 29

Mindful Mondays at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

Women! - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday January, 30

Queer LA LIVE: Joyful Music - 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday January, 31

Story & Craft at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday February, 1

Parking Strategic Plan Town Hall - 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday February, 2

Sketching on Location - 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Little Explorers - 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Valentine's Day Bookmarks - 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday February, 3

Old Pasadena Walking Tour - South - 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Rare Books LA Pasadena - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Living Without Nature - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Playhouse 100 Film Festival - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Author Donzaleigh Abernathy - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

Galentine's Craft Sampler - 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Popsicle Stick Bracelets - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Art of Alchemy - 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday February, 4

PCC Flea Market - 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Rare Books LA Pasadena - 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Playhouse 100 Film Festival - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

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