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Dr. Stanley Ralph Rodriguez is from the Santa Ysabel Band of the Iipay Nation, and a Tribal Councilman for the Nation, Director of Kumeyaay Community College, member for Advocates for Indigenous California Language Survival, and a U.S. Navy Desert Storm Veteran. Dr. Rodriguez teaches at Kumeyaay Community College, Cuyamaca Community College, and adjunct faculty at California State University San Marcos. Dr. Rodriguez is dedicated to educating indigenous communities and is a committed mentor to the native peoples of the region and one of 33 remaining Kumeyaay language speakers. He teaches Kumeyaay history, culture, and language revitalization and is an advocate for cultural preservation.

Rudolph Shappee, Chief Docent of the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum. He’s been involved in the acquisition and restoration of the Midway, and knows the ship and its history to an astounding degree. Having served aboard aircraft carriers, he knows Navy carrier life and history as well.

The Institute of Reproductive Grief Care is the global expert in reproductive grief care. Sandra helps others understand the Institute's mission, goals, values and successes related to providing comfort to anyone dealing with reproductive loss. Contact: Institute of Reproductive Grief Care P.O. Box 600533 San Diego, CA 92160 619-501-9414 https://reproductivegrief.org

It's All About The Kids. Throughout San Diego County schools, 62% of the children are on meal assistance programs. As of March 2022, there are over 248,777 food insecure children in San Diego County. Our Feed The Kids program assists those families struggling to feed their children during the "weekend food insecurity gap". Kids need food in order to grow, learn and succeed, and we've made it our mission to ensure our children have the nutrients they need. We also provide diapers and period products as they are necessities as well.

Meet Alysia Smith, Principal at Holly Drive Leadership Academy which is a charter school established in 1999. Located in Ridgeview-Webster neighborhood in San Diego. The mission of the charter school is to establish a child-centered community and learning environment that will assist students in understanding the purposes and value of the school experience. In doing so, they hope to inspire students to develop a personal sense of ownership and appreciation for the great potential they have and the role that schooling plays in developing and realizing that potential. The student goals of the school are to provide and create within students.

Sweetwater Union High School District Superintendent Dr. Moises Aguirre

DEBORAH SCOTT EXECUTIVE CHEF & PARTNER OF COHN RESTAURANT GROUP Coasterra, Indigo Grill, C Level / Island Prime, Vintana As one of San Diego’s most renowned celebrity chefs, Deborah Scott is known for her diverse tastes and ability to create innovative dishes with an emphasis on presentation. Chef Scott first caught the eye of restaurateurs David and Lesley Cohn in 1995 when her affinity for fusion landed her as the head of Kemo Sabe, the Pacific Rim infused concept formerly housed in Hillcrest. Her latest endeavor and most ambitious project to date, Coasterra, opened in August 2015 directly adjacent to C Level/Island Prime. A project nearly a decade in the making, Coasterra is a $15+ million bayfront modern Mexican restaurant, lounge, and event space on Harbor Island. With Chef Deborah at the helm, the 28,000 square-foot venue offers a compelling combination of panoramic views of San Diego’s downtown skyline, carefully crafted Mexican dishes, and tequila- focused cocktails.

Professor Mike Canada – Mike Canada is currently the Chair and Associate Professor of Unmanned Aerial Systems and Applied Sciences at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott Arizona. Mike and his wife Caroline have lived in Coronado for over twenty years. They have three children Jack (a CHS graduate 2020 and current student at Embry-Riddle), Kahlia (a 2022 CHS graduate) and Gabrielle (currently a Freshman at CHS). In his spare time Mike is a semi-professional drummer and percussionist playing in pit orchestras in San Diego and as a studio musician backing various musicians. e Program

Mary Johnsonhas been a Community Outreach & EducationSpecialist for St. Paul Senior Services for8 +years. Prior to joining St. Paul’s, Mary enjoyed a career as a multi-agency underwriter in the mortgage banking industry. Following her passion to work with seniors, she completed a degree in Gerontology at San Diego State University (Go Aztecs!) which included an internship with Aging and Independence Services/County of San Diego. Andrea Rojashas been an Activities Coordinator/Memory Care Specialist for St. Paul Senior Services for4 +years. She is an experienced community and social services professional with a rich history of working in the non-profit organization industry. Skilled in Alzheimer’s care, compassion, respite, and hospitality.

Dying to Learn By Author/Filmmaker Leroy J. Barrett III Movie Premiere and Fashion Show Sat, Dec 10, 2022 7-10:30 pm Rooftop Cinema Club atop The Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego |LJBarrett3@RosesNowVisions.com www.RosesNowVisions.com

Jennifer Bennie is a Navy Veteran and a Penn State Graduate for a Naval ROTC scholarship. She was commissioned into the US Navy upon her graduation in December of 1999. Bennie then reported to Pensacola for Naval Flight School where she received her Naval Aviator Wings 3 days after 9/11, on September 14, 2001. Her first duty stations were out of San Diego flying the SH-60 Bravo Seahawk Helicopter, with HSL-49 Red Scorpions on board the USS Howard (DDG-83), and the USS Jarrett (FFG-33). Then she was the Mini Boss on the USS Tarawa (LHA-1). She completed 2 deployments to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom from 2003 to 2006. Walk with History The Walk with History YouTube channel started in March of 2021 and was born out of the desire to share history and to educate people on how it still impacts us today. Jennifer’s lifelong interest in history and Scott’s desire to tell stories through video, resulted the fast-growing Walk with History YouTube community and budding Talk with History podcast. Together, they visit historic locations with their family, share history with the world, and educate you on why a seemingly small event is still so significant. Walk with History is for the curious, the explorers, and the history lovers out there.

Fire Chief Harry Muns | City of Chula Vista Harry Muns was appointed Fire Chief on December 31, 2020. In 1991 Chief Muns was introduced to the fire service as a Fire Explorer with the La Mesa and San Miguel Fire Departments and then became a seasonal firefighter in 1995 with the California Department of Forestry in the San Diego (Monte Vista) Ranger Unit. www.chulavistaca.gov

The Rebirth of the Piazza By Barry Scherr

Roxana Kennedy, Chula Vista Chief of Police. On December 30, 2016, Roxana Kennedy was appointed as the City of Chula Vista’s 24th Chief of Police. Chief Kennedy began her law enforcement career in 1992 after graduating from the Southwestern College Police Academy. She rose through the ranks to become the first female Chief of Police for the City of Chula Vista.

Colonel Christian Ellinger serves as the Command Inspector General for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California and the Western Recruiting Region. He has served 30 years on active duty.

Author, Speaker, Creator "What's your BOOM?" MichaelJPENNEY.com

David Dunn was born and raised in San Diego and attended Morse High where he was a standout football and basketball player. He went on to play football at Bakersfield college. Then transferred to Fresno State and played ball there. in 1994/95 he was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 5th round of the NFL draft. He played seven years in the NFL, retiring in 2001. He accepted the Head Coaching Football position at Lincoln in 2011. In 2012, only his second year as head coach, coach Dunn won D3 CIF. Coach Dunn is dedicated to improving the overall student/athlete at Lincoln High and is respected by all in the community.

Dr. Richard (Rick) Ambrozic Expert in Anti-aging, Lasers and Regenerative Medicine Illuminare Wellness Center of Palm Beach, Florida. Leaders in Regenerative Medicine with over 40 years of combined experience. Have treated celebrities, athletes, and people from all walks of life from children to centenarians. They truly care about your health and well-being, as a result, they have become known as the place elite athletes go to heal, get faster, stronger, and live a more pain-free life.

Jim Holden is the founder of Fish for Life. Spreading The Love One Boat at a Time. Fish for Life is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Southern California. Our charter is to enhance the lives of special needs individuals by providing a complimentary fishing trip on the sea for them to enjoy. This program is designed to provide love and inspiration to a multitude of special needs people while teaching fishing skills and creating memorable experiences.

Keeping Step with the Times Neisha Hernandez, Owner Neisha’s Dance & Music Academy Executive Director, Chula Vista Ballet 870 Jetty Way Chula Vista, CA 91914

Raven Leigh Hilden is the Founder and CEO of MilVet, a nonprofit that assists veterans and deployed troops worldwide. She founded the nonprofit to give back to the community and those who have served. As a military veteran’s spouse, She understands the complexities that veteran families face and admires and respects those who have worn the uniform to defend our nation and ensure our freedoms. MilVet has a fantastic team of volunteers and a supportive network who help make their mission possible.

Dr. Kiernan is a pracademic, career practitioner backed by academic rigor focused on building and delivering capabilities to orchestrate a brighter and safer world. Kathleen Kiernan, Ed.D President NEC National Security Systems (NEC NSS) kathleen.kiernan@necnss.com

Council member Ron Morrison is running for Mayor of National City. Ron is a lifelong resident of National City and its immediate vicinity. Growing up in National City, San Diego County’s second oldest city, gave Ron a sense of a close-knit community, rich with history and diverse culture. Ron has always cared deeply about National City and has been actively involved in community service and political action. Before being elected to the City Council, he fought for residential property rights, led political campaigns against outside interests, and battled City Hall regularly.

My Name is Barbara Avalos and I was raised in National City next door to Saint Anthony of Padua Church, I attended Kimball Elementary & National Junior & Graduated from Sweetwater Union HighSchool where I received a Scholarship to attend Beauty School. Was married and had two children I have 7 Grandchildren & have 10 Great Grandchildren. I am running for Trustee for National City School Board. I will be on the Ballot on November 8, 2022

John Duncan is running for City Council in Coronado. He is the only candidate endorsed for City Council by both the Coronado Police Officers Association and the Coronado Firefighters. John is Director of the Coronado Historical Association (CHA) Board of Directors and serves as Chair of the Heritage, Investment, and Building Committees.