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2021-2022 Reflections Theme: I Will Change the World By...

The 2021-2022 Reflections student-selected theme is I Will Change the World By... Each year, students participate in the Reflections program, creating original works of art in response to the annual theme in the categories of:

dance choreography * film production * literature * music composition * photography * visual arts

CLICK HERE FOR SUBMISSION FORMS

Submissions are due October 22nd, 2021

If you have any questions, please contact our Reflections Chair, Lisa Gurley at:

Population 16+ vaccinated with at least 1 dose as of Sept 9, 2021

83% - Redondo Beach

83% - Hermosa Beach

85% - Manhattan Beach

Update on Variants in Los Angeles County

As of September 10, the Delta variant now accounts for 100% of the COVID-19 strains seen among samples sequenced in the Los Angeles County area. This variant is more infectious and more efficiently transmitted between people compared with earlier COVID-19 strains. While emerging data affirms that fully vaccinated people are well protected from severe infections with Delta variants, it now is clear that fully vaccinated people can become infected, and if infected with Delta, can infect others.

As a result of re-analyzing many samples with an updated version of the genetic library used to identify variants, a lab that performs much of the variant sequencing reclassified many older specimens as Mu or Lambda variants, resulting in an increase in the total number of these variants reported linked to County residents. As of September 10, 232 cases linked to Mu variants and 28 cases linked to Lambda variants have been identified. Most of those specimens were collected earlier in the summer.

Mu was first identified in Colombia in January 2021 and has since been reported in 39 countries. The World Health Organization labelled variant Mu, lineage B.1.621, as a variant of interest on August 30, 2021. The Mu variant is found to have key mutations linked to greater transmissibility and the potential to evade antibodies. More studies are needed to determine whether Mu variant is more contagious, more deadly or more resistant to vaccine and treatments than other COVID-19 strains.

Virtual Mental Health & Happiness Series

Learn how to boost your well-being through evidence-based practices to build resilience, feel more connected and be happier. The series focuses on the building blocks to help create a healthier and happier you. Presented by Beach Cities Health District in partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University, Dominguez Hills. 

Reaffirm Purpose: Navigate transitions and focus on meaning

Tuesday, October 19 from 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Maximize Gratitude: Express appreciation and savor kindness

Tuesday, November 9 from 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

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