CARLSBAD - A seminar designed to inform parents about teen drug use in North County will be presented from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 in the theater at La Costa Canyon High School, 3541 Camino de los Coches. "In the Know: Substance Abuse and Teens" will offer information about the types of drugs used in the community, and the signs and symptoms of teen drug use. Light refreshments will be provided. Information: Tiffany Findell, (760) 765-1121, Ext. 5304, or tiffany.findell@sdusd.net.

Paul Ecke volunteer receives TV honor

ENCINITAS - Russell Levan, a volunteer at Paul Ecke Central School, will receive the KGTV 10Leadership Award during the 5 p.m. news Oct. 4 on Channel 10. He is being honored for designing and developing a complete recycling program at the school. The program benefits the environment, teaches students about recycling and earns cash for the school's sixth-grade camp.

Levan's dedication to the program includes spending a couple of days a week modifying and monitoring the daily recycling of the new cardboard lunch trays he implemented at the school. For the past 20 years, the school district used only Styrofoam lunch trays, but Levan convinced the school district to use cardboard lunch trays instead. His efforts also have encouraged more recycling in classrooms and the administrative office.

He is busy implementing new projects at other local schools and plans to teach students how to make compost from the food waste this year.

The 10Leadership Award recognizes local residents dedicated to improving the community. To nominate a friend or colleague, log on to 10News.com and click on "10Leadership Award." The award committee, made up of KGTV staff members and LEAD San Diego members, reviews each submission. Nominations can also be sent to 10Leadership Award, 4600 Air Way, San Diego, CA 92102. Include phone number and address, as well as the contact information for the person being nominated.

LJCDS instructor displays artwork

LA JOLLA - An exhibit with works by La Jolla Country Day middle school art instructor Ann Chaitin is on display through Oct. 12 in the Jacobs Family Library/Academic Center on campus at 9490 Genessee Ave.

Her collection, titled "Visual Diary: A Year of Reflection," was created during a year-long sabbatical, when she was able to quietly contemplate a host of issues that she faced while going through radiation therapy for breast cancer. Art is the gift that allowed her to view her surroundings in the treatment center as a palette for color and an inspiration for craft, she says. Today she is cancer free.

For more information, call (858) 453-3440.

CHS '57 students sought

CARLSBAD - Carlsbad High School football team, cheer squad and band members who attended the school in 1957 are invited to the first CHS home game of the year on Sept. 21. E-mail ASB Director T.R. Robertson at trobertson@yahoo.com.

Tournament to benefit CHS dance team

CARLSBAD - The Carlsbad High School dance program will hold its seventh annual golf tournament Oct. 15 at The Crossings at Carlsbad golf course.

The event will benefit expenses incurred by the Lancer Dancers and junior varsity Xcalibur dance teams throughout the year. The $175 tournament fee includes a round of golf, dinner in The Crossings' clubhouse and performances by the dance teams. A four-person team may sign up for a discounted fee of $650. Dinner only is $32.50. A portion of the donation is tax-deductible. Checks should be made out to CHS Dance Boosters and mailed to Marty Smith, 7151 Latitude Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92011.

For information about sponsorships, registration and donations, call (619) 990-9800 or e-mail msmith@sci-re.com.

College Night planned

CARLSBAD - Carlsbad High School will host North County Conference College Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 9 on campus, 3557 Lancer Way.

Students from throughout North County are invited. More than 200 colleges and universities will be represented. Students and parents are invited to attend and talk with representatives regarding application procedures, financial aid and campus life. In addition to schools in the California State University and University of California systems, private universities to be represented include: the University of Southern California, Stanford University, University of San Diego and Point Loma Nazarene University. Many out-of-state public and private universities also will featured, including Johns Hopkins University, Arizona State University, George Washington University, Northeastern University, and the University of Colorado at Boulder. Representatives from vocational and military schools, as well as college testing services, also will be on hand.

For more information, call (760) 331-5167.

Retired teachers group to meet

FALLBROOK - California Retired Teachers, Div. 81, will gather for brunch at 9 a.m. Oct. 10 at the Fallbrook Golf Club, 2757 Gird Road. Pete Holtzen will share his insight into Colony Collapse Disorder, Africanized bees, supermarket "organic" honey, bee stings and more. Everyone interested in education is welcome.

For reservations, call Jewell Roberds at (760) 728-1092 by Oct. 5.

Tri-tip dinner set for Oct. 5

FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook High School Future Farmers of America will serve its tri-tip dinner before the next home football game Oct. 5 against Rancho Bernardo, which also is the homecoming game. Dinner will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Agriculture department, located at the east end of the football field.

Meals include tri-tip, beans, salad, dinner roll and a drink. The price for each dinner is $8. Call the ag department at (760) 723-6300, Ext. 2509, for more information or just show up. This is a fund-raiser for FFA leadership development activities throughout the school year.

St. Peter's takes part in recycling

FALLBROOK - St. Peter's Catholic School has initiated a recycling program to benefit school programs. Recycling bins for bottles and cans are located throughout the school campus. Information: Lisa Speer-Huet, (760) 731-8965.

Grape stomping to raise scholarship funds

SAN MARCOS - Up to 300 people are expected to take part in the first-ever Crush Party at Cal State San Marcos from 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 6 on Forum Plaza. The event will benefit the CSUSM Alumni Association's Endowed Scholarship Fund, which awards up to five student scholarships a year.

Carlsbad Coastal Winery will haul in 2 tons of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for crushing the old-fashioned way - with bare feet. Children 12 and younger can stomp for free, adults pay $20 and alumni association members pay $10. The fee includes wine tasting, live music, bocce ball and gourmet hamburgers and hot dogs catered by Hunter Steakhouse. Tickets will be available at the event, but advance registration is encouraged by visiting http://www.csusmalumni.org.

Escondido resident earns scholarship

Colin McKim of Escondido, a sophomore and environmental horticultural science student at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, recently was awarded a $1,500 scholarship from the Horticultural Research Institute. He received the 2007 Usrey Family Scholarship from the institute, the research division of the American Nursery and Landscape Association. The scholarships are intended to help students who are seeking a lifelong career in horticulture. After graduation, McKim hopes to become a manager in a nursery or greenhouse production facility.

SPHS rummage sale set

ESCONDIDO - The San Pasqual High School Parents' Club will hold its annual Fall Rummage Sale from 7 a.m. to noon Oct. 6 in the student parking lot. Items will include electronics, clothing, small appliances and sporting goods. All proceeds will support programs at the school. For more information, go to http://parentsclub.sanpasqual.groupfusion.net.

Wrestling event planned

SAN MARCOS - A wrestling match designed for the whole family is planned for 6 p.m. Oct. 12 at San Marcos Middle School, 650 W. Mission Road. The event, put on by We Saw Pro Wrestling, is a benefit for the school's Parent Teacher Organization. Admission is $5, children younger than 3 are free. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for food and beverages.

North Broadway anniversary on tap

ESCONDIDO - North Broadway School will hold its 25th anniversary celebration from 4:30 p.m. to dusk Oct 18 and 8 p.m. Oct. 19 in the courtyard of the school. Former students, parents, volunteers, aunts, uncles, grandparents and current North Broadway families are welcome to attend. For more information, call (760) 432-2163.

Auction dinner sponsors, donors sought

ESCONDIDO - The San Pasqual High School Athletic Booster Club is planning its 2007-08 auction dinner and needs sponsors and donations. All of the proceeds go toward the school's sports teams. To be a sponsor or donate to the live and silent auctions, call (760) 432-8865.

College Fair slated

ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Union and Valley Center-Pauma high school districts will present a College Fair from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22 at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Students from eighth through 12thgrade and their parents are invited to the event, where colleges and universities from across the country will be represented. Counselors will be available to answer admissions questions and answer questions about their schools. Information about the SAT, ACT and NCAA exams also will be available.

Homework help available

ESCONDIDO - Escondido High School students can receive homework help in English, Science, Math and Spanish from 2:15 to 4:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in Room 402 of the campus.

SPHS Parents' Club to meet

ESCONDIDO - The San Pasqual High School Parents' Club will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 18 in the school's multipurpose room. Attendees should bring a dessert. The purpose of the group is to enhance academic excellence and provide service to the school; promote cooperative efforts between home and school; and help provide good communication and an interest in sound education among the district's administration, teachers and staff, students, parents and the community. For more information, call (760) 291-6000.

On-line SAT prep course available

SAN MARCOS - Methodtestprep.com if offering a free, online SAT preparation course to all San Marcos High School students. The program offers lessons in all areas of the SAT exam, and has a full-length practice exam. All materials are self-paced and can be accessed from any computer with Internet access. For an access code, visit the Career Center in Room 105.

EHS 2008 50-Plus Picnic set

ESCONDIDO - The site of Escondido High School's annual 50-Plus Picnic will be moved in 2008 from Felicita Park to Grape Day Park in downtown Escondido. The event is scheduled for May 17.

The picnic is open to people who graduated from the school 50 years and more ago and their families. This year, the event attracted more than 600 people. The 2008 committee, comprised of volunteers, began meeting in September. More volunteers are welcome. Call Chairman Tom Humphrey at (760) 727-2313 or Co-Chairman/Beverages Gordon Budd and (760) 743-5090.