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Martinez Unified spotlights student sustainability work and junior-high musical
Summary
The board recognized Alhambra High School's Green Team for campus sustainability efforts and heard a preview of Martinez Junior High School's spring musical "Oliver," with teachers and students stressing inclusion and community engagement.
Trustees opened their meeting March 9 by recognizing student groups and celebrating performing arts.
Alhambra High School's Green Team—students Ethan Bassa, Connor Thompson, Samantha Yasaki and Jonathan Ruiz—described projects including a community cleanup, a Styrofoam and cardboard recycling drop-off, and an on-campus waste-sorting challenge. Vice president Samantha Yasaki told the board, "This actually has to go in the landfill because it is mixed with food products and plastic, and we do not have the right facilities nearby to be able to process it correctly," underscoring the student group's focus on practical campus solutions and education.
Martinez Junior High School theater teacher Mrs. Boyd presented a short preview of the school's upcoming production of Oliver and described the program as inclusive and free for families. "We never turn a student away," Mrs. Boyd said, noting the production involves sixth through eighth graders and supports students with diverse needs. The cast invited the community to opening night and additional performances on March 13 and 14.
Why it matters: trustees said these programs build student leadership, reinforce community partnerships such as New Leaf Collaborative and Republic Services, and provide service opportunities; the board thanked students and teachers and encouraged community attendance at school performances.
Ending: the board extended congratulations to the student performers and clubs and noted upcoming site events and fundraisers tied to the programs.
