Del Sur schools high-achievers on state standards tests

Del Sur schools high-achievers on state standards tests

SAN DIEGO (Sept. 28, 2011) – The latest test scores are in and all three Del Sur neighborhood schools – Del Sur Elementary, Oak Valley Middle and Del Norte High – continue to rank exceptionally high within the Poway Unified School District, widely acknowledged as the best district in all of San Diego.

“Across the board, Del Sur’s schools achieve phenomenal scores within an extremely competitive district,” said Bill Ostrem, president and CEO of Black Mountain Ranch, developers of Del Sur. “At Del Norte High School, scores increased by eight points, making the Nighthawks the top high school in the district.”

Here’s how Del Sur schools stack up in the most recent Growth Academic Performance Index (API).

•  Del Norte High School earned 864, the highest API score among all five Poway Unified School District high schools. In only its second API ranking, Del Sur’s hometown high school is at the top of its class.

•  Oak Valley Middle School scored 909 in the API, second among the district’s middle schools for the second year in a row.

•  Del Sur Elementary School scored 944 on the API, more than 57 points above the district’s average elementary school score and well positioned in the Top 10.

With scores ranging from 200 to 1,000, API measures academic growth based on student performance on the California Standards Test (STAR) given last spring to students in grades two through 11.

Located within walking distance of many Del Sur homes or within a short bike ride or drive, Del Sur Elementary, Oak Valley Middle and Del Norte High are within the Poway Unified School District, one of the highest-ranking districts in the county and state. The award-winning district oversees 25 elementary schools, six middle schools, four high schools and one continuation high school.

All PUSD comprehensive high schools, middle and elementary schools exceeded the state API target of 800, a goal the state set for all schools to reach by 2014.

To learn more about Del Sur’s eight neighborhoods with new homes for sale, go to www.delsurliving.com or call 858-481-4200.

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CONTACT: Jan Percival, Scribe Communications, 858-452-8958, jpercival@scribecommunications.com

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Dogs VS Snakes: What You Need to Know

Tis the season for rattlesnakes around San Diego County. We have 5 species of rattlesnakes that live in the county, so if you are out enjoying the open space you should be aware of the risk of your dog getting bit by a snake.

Most snake bites are defensive in nature, depending on a variety of factors a rattlesnake bite can result in minimal signs or problems or be severe and cause the death of a dog.

 
Dogs are most often bit in the face or front legs, which results in swelling, pain, and bruising. Often times 1-2 blood drops can be found. Although it can happen, most dogs bitten in the face do not have trouble breathing unless they get bit in the mouth or tongue.

Any dog or cat that is suspected of being bit by a rattle snake should be evaluated by a veterinarian. Early treatment with pain medications and antivenom ensures the quickest recovery. General first aid should be to calm the dog down. DO NOT use any type of suction kits or tourniquets – these areas are painful and either can make things worse or result in the dog biting. Transport your dog to a veterinary facility for emergency care as soon as feasible.

Most dogs will recover after getting IV fluids for shock, pain medications and antivenom. Occasionally antibiotics are administered for potential secondary infections.  Swelling will usually take 7-10 days to resolve. In severe cases, large areas of skin may die resulting in a wound that can take several weeks to heal. Some snake venom has a component that causes weakness and paralysis. Those dogs are at risk for developing trouble breathing and in rare cases require intensive care and assisted ventilation on a mechanical ventilator.

The best way to protect your dog from getting bit is to keep the dog on a leash at all times. Take walks early in the morning and in the late evening after it has cooled down. For further information see our website at www.animalurgentcare.com

Karen Seibold, DVM

Diplomate American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care

Animal Urgent Care and Specialty Group

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Escondido, Ca  92025

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