Wayne Clark introduced three members of the Pixley Teen Tech Squad, Juan Anaya, Jose Casillas, and Narciso Fernandez. Maria Fernandez, Jesus Nunez, and Joseph Dean Perryman are the other members of the Squad. They spend 72 hours in basic training and then, 8 hours a month in the community, helping residents with computer problems, including repair. The program is now under the sponsorship of The Pixley Foundation. The Teen Technicians, will be providing a variety of sevices for the community. Support our program, donations will help maintain the life of the program. We hope to develope a long lasting relationship with the people of Pixley.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Saturday, July 16, 2011
PRESS RELEASE
THE PIXLEY FOUNDATION
pixleyfoundation@sbcglobal.net
Contact Person: Jim Morehead, President Board of Directors
(559) 757-3259
On June 16th the Pixley Community took a giant step towards building their
The Community Center will be anchored by a Community Resource Center featuring the ‘Pixley History Project” displaying historic photos preserving Pixley’s past and a Community Technology Center providing public computer access and technology training opportunities for families, senior citizens and all ages. The site master plan includes development of additional buildings & offices for community based organizations that provide additional services to our residents. The Foundation is working with CSET to relocate some of their services to the center. All buildings and parking areas will be designed with complete access for the disabled and handicapped.
Even though there are still months of final planning, permits and work by contractors to be done, the
This project would not be possible without our funding partners and project supporters, County of Tulare Redevelopment Agency, USDA Rural Development, AT&T Foundation, Tulare County Library, Great Valley Center, Supervisor Pete Vander Poel, Congressman Devin Nunes and Pixley community organizations and residents too numerous to name. Each one of these agencies, organizations and individuals have supported our project in different ways beginning with the early “dream” planning stages and will be guiding us throughout construction in anticipation of a great community celebration upon completion.
The Pixley Foundation meets the second Monday of each month at
5:00 p.m. in the Albert Dung, Jr. Community Room next to the Sheriff’s Substation.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
The Pixley Foundation-Making it Happen!
The Pixley Foundation is Making it Happen for Pixley!
Changes are in the works and the Pixley Foundation is leading the way! Working to build a much needed and overdue Community, Technology and Education Center that will improve the lives of the community.
Working with partners and stakeholders from the community, private, non-profit organizations, businesses, county and federal agencies to bring much needed infrastructure to Pixley.
Although a lot has been done to get this far but we still have more to achieve. We need your help! Our community needs a safe and healthy community and you know the saying "It takes a Village".
If you want to be part of a positive change or want to be part of "Making this happen"... get involved and help make a difference in your community!
How can you help?
- Attend the Pixley Town Council meetings to get regular updates every last Monday of the month.
- Ask your County Supervisor Pete Vander Poel for his support. Supervisor's Vander Poel email is pvanderpoel@co.tulare.ca.us or call 559.636.5000
- Call your Congressman Devin Nunes and remind him to continue to support Pixley. Congressman Nunes can be contacted by visiting his website http://www.nunes.house.gov/ or contact him at his Visalia office located: 115 North Church Suite 208 Visalia, CA 93291 Telephone 559.733.3861 or Fax 559.733.3865
- Volunteer your time to the Pixley Connect Program
- Donate your tax deductable contributions to the Pixley Foundation
María G. Velásquez - velasquezmg@sbcglobal.net
Teens Assisiting The San Joaquin Valley Partnership
The San Joaquin Valley Partnership is working with Pixley Connect to promote jobs and education for adults in the San Joaquin Valley. With the support of Great Valley Center and the Pixley Foundation the Teen Tech Squad has been assisting with the recruitment in Kern County Delano, CA and hands on technologically documenting progress. The Tech Squad has been:
- Video graphing and photographing classes and achievement ceremonies in action.
- Assisting the instructor with classes by setting up class materials.
- Operate the computer giving the instructor more time to work directly with the adult students.
- Assisting with getting media releases and interviewing students.
- Complete and edit final videos and Power Point for classes. Check out the Video.
Pixley Teen Tech Squad
It has been an exciting time for the youth of Pixley AKA Digital Connectors. With funding from the Califonia Consumer Protection Fund The Teen Tech Squad have been working hard and continue to build their technology skills and in addition building relationships witht he community. Over the past several months the Teen Tech Squad have:
- Worked with Tulare Adult School to recruit parents to attend Computer Literacy Classes.
- Attended Tulare Adult School School Board meeting to advocate to keep the Adult Computer Literacy classes in Pixley. As a result Tulare Adult School voted to continue classes in Pixley!
- Provided community with great customer service and technology assistance such as helping set up new DSL modems, setting up computers and programs, trouble shooting and diagnosing computers.
- Home visits and one to one help for the elderly.
- Produced a video for the local Chamber of Commerce for their annual entry at the 2009 Tulare County Fair. Congratulations to the Pixley Chamber! They won First Prize on their booth entry! Check out the video...
Monday, July 27, 2009
Helping the Community
In English:
Durring the years Pixley Connect has helped our rural community in many aspects. Pixley Connect has been a valiable resource to this community in helping low income families, technology needs in the community, and also helping in organizing projects.
For 3 years, Pixley Connect has been a vital part of the community and continues to be to this day. With several programs overseen by Pixley Connect, there has been a quite amount of success. Such success can be seen the literacy programs that distribute computers to families that have never owned or used a computer in their life.
We hope that Pixley Connect can continue there hard work in the community.
En Espanol:
Durante los años Pixley conecta ha ayudado a nuestra comunidad rural en muchos aspectos. Pixley conecta ha sido un recurso valiable a esta comunidad en familias de ayuda del sueldo bajo, a las necesidades de la tecnología en la comunidad, y también a la ayuda en proyectos de organización.
Por 3 años, Pixley conecta ha sido una parte vital de la comunidad y continúa siendo a este día. Con varios programas supervisados por Pixley Connect, ha habido absolutamente una cantidad de éxito. Tal éxito se puede considerar los programas de la instrucción que distribuyen las computadoras a las familias que nunca han poseído o han utilizado una computadora en su vida.
Esperamos que Pixley conecte pueda continuar allí el trabajo duro en la comunidad.
Durring the years Pixley Connect has helped our rural community in many aspects. Pixley Connect has been a valiable resource to this community in helping low income families, technology needs in the community, and also helping in organizing projects.
For 3 years, Pixley Connect has been a vital part of the community and continues to be to this day. With several programs overseen by Pixley Connect, there has been a quite amount of success. Such success can be seen the literacy programs that distribute computers to families that have never owned or used a computer in their life.
We hope that Pixley Connect can continue there hard work in the community.
En Espanol:
Durante los años Pixley conecta ha ayudado a nuestra comunidad rural en muchos aspectos. Pixley conecta ha sido un recurso valiable a esta comunidad en familias de ayuda del sueldo bajo, a las necesidades de la tecnología en la comunidad, y también a la ayuda en proyectos de organización.
Por 3 años, Pixley conecta ha sido una parte vital de la comunidad y continúa siendo a este día. Con varios programas supervisados por Pixley Connect, ha habido absolutamente una cantidad de éxito. Tal éxito se puede considerar los programas de la instrucción que distribuyen las computadoras a las familias que nunca han poseído o han utilizado una computadora en su vida.
Esperamos que Pixley conecte pueda continuar allí el trabajo duro en la comunidad.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Pixley Connect: An Important Factor
During the recent years, Pixley Connect has had a great impact in the community that have brought up results. More of the community has become more involved with technology thus narrowing the digital divide and prospering all areas of people's lives.
The Pixley Connect Program started 3 years ago when AT&T gave a check for 600,000 dollars to upstart programs that have helped the community grow and prosper.
The Pixley Connect Program started 3 years ago when AT&T gave a check for 600,000 dollars to upstart programs that have helped the community grow and prosper.
Friday, July 17, 2009
School is Around the Corner!
In English:
Yes students! Its back! Pixley School will be back in session on August 17th in the new school.
Grades 6-8th will be going to the new school and will have to be ready for a new change. The new Pixley Middle School will be in session with a new style and class. The Gold and Black Jaguars will be roaring as the new school year comes by. Many are excited and cannot wait to see the new experiance.
With a new school, many new opportunities are available and new doors are open to students as well as parents. Dropping off students and picking them up has never been easier for parents. Students have a better chance to participate in sports as well exceed in their academics with new classrooms.
Overall, students have better get ready for a new and exciting school year. Pencil sharpened, glue sticks ready, rulers ready for action, and a great attitude are needed for a neat and great adventure at Pixley Middle School.
So dont wait! Students get on it!!!
En Espanol:
Estudiantes! ¡La Llego! La Escuela de Pixley regresará en la sesión en el 17 de agosto en la nueva escuela.
Gradúa 6-8th estará yendo a la nueva escuela y tendrá que estar listo para un nuevo cambio. La nueva Secundaria de Pixley estará en la sesión con un nuevo estilo y clase. Los nuevos colores de Oro y Negro y la mascota de Jaguares estarán rugiendo com el nuevo año escolar por venir. Muchos estan emocionados y no pueden esperar para ver el nuevo escolar.
Con una nueva escuela, muchas nuevas oportunidades están nuevas puertas disponibles y están abiertas a estudiantes así como padres. Dejar a estudiantes y recogiendo nunca ha sido más fácil para padres. Los estudiantes tienen una mejor oportunidad de tomar parte en los deporte también exceden en su académico con nuevas aulas.
En términos generales, estudiantes tienen mejor abilidad para un nuevo año escolar emocionante. El lápiz afilado, los palos de pegamento preparados, los libros listos para accion, y una gran actitud es necesitada para la gran aventura ofrecida en la Secudaria de Pixley.
¡Así que ponte listo! ¡Estudiantes Preparansen!!!
Yes students! Its back! Pixley School will be back in session on August 17th in the new school.
Grades 6-8th will be going to the new school and will have to be ready for a new change. The new Pixley Middle School will be in session with a new style and class. The Gold and Black Jaguars will be roaring as the new school year comes by. Many are excited and cannot wait to see the new experiance.
With a new school, many new opportunities are available and new doors are open to students as well as parents. Dropping off students and picking them up has never been easier for parents. Students have a better chance to participate in sports as well exceed in their academics with new classrooms.
Overall, students have better get ready for a new and exciting school year. Pencil sharpened, glue sticks ready, rulers ready for action, and a great attitude are needed for a neat and great adventure at Pixley Middle School.
So dont wait! Students get on it!!!
En Espanol:
Estudiantes! ¡La Llego! La Escuela de Pixley regresará en la sesión en el 17 de agosto en la nueva escuela.
Gradúa 6-8th estará yendo a la nueva escuela y tendrá que estar listo para un nuevo cambio. La nueva Secundaria de Pixley estará en la sesión con un nuevo estilo y clase. Los nuevos colores de Oro y Negro y la mascota de Jaguares estarán rugiendo com el nuevo año escolar por venir. Muchos estan emocionados y no pueden esperar para ver el nuevo escolar.
Con una nueva escuela, muchas nuevas oportunidades están nuevas puertas disponibles y están abiertas a estudiantes así como padres. Dejar a estudiantes y recogiendo nunca ha sido más fácil para padres. Los estudiantes tienen una mejor oportunidad de tomar parte en los deporte también exceden en su académico con nuevas aulas.
En términos generales, estudiantes tienen mejor abilidad para un nuevo año escolar emocionante. El lápiz afilado, los palos de pegamento preparados, los libros listos para accion, y una gran actitud es necesitada para la gran aventura ofrecida en la Secudaria de Pixley.
¡Así que ponte listo! ¡Estudiantes Preparansen!!!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Pixley Business Bazaar
The Pixley Bazaar was an event where all the businesses from Pixley can get together and exhibit their services and products.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Pixley Advisory Committee Members
Betty Morehead
Cristina Calcote
Daniel Martinez
Alfred King
Wayne Clark
Edward Calcote
Cassie Fay
Teresa Garcia
Veronica Belmonte
Alvin G. Chavez
Trini Herrera
Cristina Calcote
Daniel Martinez
Alfred King
Wayne Clark
Edward Calcote
Cassie Fay
Teresa Garcia
Veronica Belmonte
Alvin G. Chavez
Trini Herrera
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Pixley Digital Connectors Program
The Great Valley Center, in partnership with One Economy, presents the Pixley Digital Connectors program; a six month internship program for Pixley youth. The six-month program prepares and positions Pixley youth to promote technology services to its residents.
The program provides a valuable training experience for qualified youth seeking to apply their leadership and technological skills to bridging the digital divide in their community. For detailed program information or an application contact Pixley Connect project staff.
The program provides a valuable training experience for qualified youth seeking to apply their leadership and technological skills to bridging the digital divide in their community. For detailed program information or an application contact Pixley Connect project staff.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Computer Literacy Weekend Workshops
Pixley Connect has extended public access to the Community Technology Center. Members of the public can now utilize the CTC on Saturdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Saturday, June 16, 2007
2007 Pixley Connect Awards & Graduation Ceremony
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0n May 16, 2007, Pixley Connect celebrated its inaugural computer training awards ceremony. Families participating in the computer training course received a certificate of completion and a new desktop computer to take home.
Saturday, June 2, 2007
Connecting to future: Graduates of technology program in Pixley receive free computers.
June 2 , 2007
The Fresno Bee
"PIXLEY -- It looked like a typical graduation ceremony.
Proud families held balloons and flowers as loved ones dressed in their best clothes sat on the stage of the Pixley Memorial Building. Streamers, burgundy and white, draped the hall. And cameras flashed as names were announced.
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The Fresno Bee
"PIXLEY -- It looked like a typical graduation ceremony.
Proud families held balloons and flowers as loved ones dressed in their best clothes sat on the stage of the Pixley Memorial Building. Streamers, burgundy and white, draped the hall. And cameras flashed as names were announced.
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Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Pixley tech students to graduate
May 16 , 2007
Visalia Times-Delta
"Today, for the first time, Clementina Ramirez will take home her very own desktop computer.
Ramirez will receive the computer from the AT&T Foundation through the Pixley Connect program, which has been providing technology classes twice a week to 14 adults for the past five months.
A graduation ceremony will be held tonight at the Pixley Memorial Building."
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Visalia Times-Delta
"Today, for the first time, Clementina Ramirez will take home her very own desktop computer.
Ramirez will receive the computer from the AT&T Foundation through the Pixley Connect program, which has been providing technology classes twice a week to 14 adults for the past five months.
A graduation ceremony will be held tonight at the Pixley Memorial Building."
Read full article
Tuesday, January 9, 2007
Pixley Connect Group Offering Free Computer Classes to Parents
January 9 , 2007
ABC30 KFSN-TV/DT
"Last month the small south valley town of Pixley received affordable internet access for the first time. Now the town is holding their first computer and internet literacy classes."
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ABC30 KFSN-TV/DT
"Last month the small south valley town of Pixley received affordable internet access for the first time. Now the town is holding their first computer and internet literacy classes."
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Wednesday, November 8, 2006
Web training in one rural town aims to close digital divide
November 8 , 2006
Fresno Business Journal
"The project, called Pixley Connect, is the result of a $600,000, three-year grant awarded to the Great Valley Center by the AT&T Foundation. The project is designed to provide training, technical support and other services to help Pixley residents and businesses make the most of high-speed Internet applications."
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Fresno Business Journal
"The project, called Pixley Connect, is the result of a $600,000, three-year grant awarded to the Great Valley Center by the AT&T Foundation. The project is designed to provide training, technical support and other services to help Pixley residents and businesses make the most of high-speed Internet applications."
Read full article
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Pixley Connect Project Aims to Bring Hi-Speed Internet
October 19, 2006
ABC30 KFSN-TV/DT
"An estimated 90% of the homes in Pixley do not have a computer at home. But, over the next 3 years the "Pixley Connect Project" hopes to change that by bringing high speed internet into more homes and computer skills to more residents."
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ABC30 KFSN-TV/DT
"An estimated 90% of the homes in Pixley do not have a computer at home. But, over the next 3 years the "Pixley Connect Project" hopes to change that by bringing high speed internet into more homes and computer skills to more residents."
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Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Pixley CTC
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The CTC computer lab contains 10 computer stations, connected to High Speed Internet, and printing and scanning hardware. Computers contain educational software for adults and children. Pixley CTC offers weekly computer training and open access sessions to the general public.
Friday, August 4, 2006
Byte By Byte
August 4 , 2006
UnionDemocrat.com
"The Great Valley Center — which Tuolumne County's officials chose not to join for some reason — recently announced a $600,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to benefit Pixley, partway between Fresno and Bakersfield on Highway 99."
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UnionDemocrat.com
"The Great Valley Center — which Tuolumne County's officials chose not to join for some reason — recently announced a $600,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to benefit Pixley, partway between Fresno and Bakersfield on Highway 99."
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