Press Releases

Calderon Student Digital Media Festival Celebrates Creativity And Innovation

Details: Created on Thursday, 13 June 2013 11:35

WHITTIER, CA - Assemblymember Ian Calderon held the 57th Assembly District Student Digital Media Competition Festival on Saturday, June 8 at the Whittier Center Theatre, where participants received special recognition and scholarship awards.

The Student Digital Media Competition was held in accordance with California Assembly Concurrent Resolution 12, authored by Assemblymember Calderon designating March 2013 as Arts Education Month, and in honor of Holocaust and Armenian Genocide Remembrance Weeks, which were commemorated by the Assembly during the month of April. The theme of the Competition was Enlightenment from Loss: Lessons on Human Rights. 58 students from within the district and the greater Los Angeles County area submitted 15 film entries, which were screened during the festival.

Student Digital Media Festival Celebrates Creativity and Innovation

Details: Created on Wednesday, 12 June 2013 10:27

Assemblymember Ian Calderon Introduces Legislation Designating Memorial Highway For Fallen Whittier Police Officers

Details: Created on Tuesday, 11 June 2013 12:07

SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Ian Calderon introduced Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR) 62, a measure that designates a portion of State Route 72 as the Detectives Mike Lane and John Pierce Memorial Highway.

“Detectives Mike Lane and John Pierce lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting the safety of our community,” stated Assemblymember Ian Calderon. “We will not forget the sacrifices of these two heroes and will ensure their legacy lives on by remembering and honoring them.”

Assemblymember Calderon To Host Student Digital Media Competition Festival

Details: Created on Wednesday, 15 May 2013 10:26

WHITTIER, CA - Assemblymember Ian Calderon will host the 57th Assembly District Student Digital Media Competition Festival on Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Whittier Center Theatre in the City of Whittier.

“I am proud of all the students who have participated in the Student Digital Media Competition,” stated Assemblymember Calderon. “They have demonstrated their creativity, as well as their passion and commitment to educating our community about human rights.”

Assemblymember Calderon To Host Interstate 5 South Corridor Improvement Projects Town Hall Meeting

Details: Created on Thursday, 11 April 2013 11:49

WHITTIER, CA – Assemblymember Calderon, in partnership with the California Transportation Department (Caltrans), the City of Norwalk, and Los Angeles County Metro, will be hosting a town hall meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Interstate 5 South Corridor Improvement Projects. The town hall will be held at the Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex in the Sproul Room located on 13000 Clarkdale Avenue in Norwalk.

Assemblymember Calderon To Host Interstate 5 South Corridor Improvement Projects Town Hall Meeting

Details: Created on Wednesday, 10 April 2013 15:33

Attendees will hear directly from Assemblymember Calderon, City of Norwalk officials and Caltrans. Representatives from Caltrans will be available to address questions and concerns on construction activities, traffic mitigation, design plans and right-of-way.

Assemblymember Calderon Announces The 57th Assembly District Distinguished Women Of The Year

Details: Created on Monday, 18 March 2013 09:15

WHITTIER, CA – In honor of Women’s History Month, Assemblymember Ian Calderon is proud to announce the 57th Assembly District Distinguished Women of the Year.

“It brings me great joy and pride to honor such exemplary women,” stated Assemblymember Calderon. “Each of the honorees has made significant contributions in her community and deserves a special tribute for her dedication and commitment to improving the lives of residents in the 57th Assembly District.”

Assemblymember Calderon to Host Student Digital Media Competition

Details: Created on Tuesday, 05 March 2013 09:23

WHITTIER, CA - Assemblymember Ian Calderon announced the 57th Assembly District Student Digital Media Competition this week. The theme of the competition will be Enlightenment from Loss – Lessons on Human Rights.

"The digital media competition is a perfect opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and develop their skills," stated Assemblymember Calderon. "It also serves as a powerful tool in raising awareness and educating your community about human rights issues."

Assemblymember Calderon Appointed to Joint and Select Committee Assignments

Details: Created on Thursday, 14 February 2013 16:42

SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Ian Calderon (D-Whittier) was appointed by Speaker John A. Pérez today as Chair the Select Committee on Youth and California's Future and to serve on the Joint Committee on Arts.

Calderon was also designated by Speaker Perez as an appointee to the California Cultural and Historical Endowment. The California Cultural and Historical Endowment was established at the California State Library in 2003 to enrich California's historic and cultural preservation program and preserve the many historic treasures that are California's cultural legacy.

Assemblymember Calderon Introduces Legislation Expanding Financial Aid to Veterans

Details: Created on Tuesday, 12 February 2013 16:24

SACRAMENTO, CA – Assemblymember Ian Calderon introduced Assembly Bill 303 (AB 303) today, a measure that expands financial aid access for veterans.

“We want to make sure that those who have chosen to serve their country will have access to financial aid when they return from service and would like to pursue a postsecondary education,” stated Assemblymember Ian Calderon. “Financial aid will help returning members of the Armed Forces afford the cost of education and prepare them to reintegrate into society as productive citizens.”