VCDHA
President's Message
Autumn is upon us again. The summer seems to go by so fast. Our
Ventura component is alive and kicking. Some of our board
members have held their positions and their activity on the
board for quite some time; we're changing hats a little. What we
need is "new blood". I have been continuing education chair for
at least 11 years, Becky Anderson has agreed to take over the
position. It's my turn to be president and I look forward to the
coming year. Becky Griswold will be newsletter chair. Erica
Johnson will continue to represent membership. Stacey Goodman
will continue to be treasurer. Peggy Lee will continue to be
vice- president. Karen Michinock will be an asset to community
dental health along with her co-chair Kelly Nance. Sue Miller
will be secretary. Elaine Seibers will aide us with the
students. Elvira Cabelli will continue to do a great job as
trustee. Noel Kelsch is representing Ventura County as CDHA
president, and we are very proud of her. Stephanie D'Ornellas is
busy with her second child. Congratulations!
I keep looking for all the new faces that seem so interested in
school, ones we mentor, or sponsor, I'm still waiting for recent
graduates to get involved with our component. This is our
professional organization for our profession. I know it's easier
not to get involved, but being involved is more fun and
satisfying. I urge you to get involved, even if it's just a
little bit; it's worth it.
As for this years' agenda, our next continuing education course
will be October 18, 2008 in Camarillo. Pam Hughes will be
speaking on women's health issues. It will be a great
presentation for a half-day meeting, and we want a huge turnout
for her. Tell your friends. October 25 will be 'Make a
Difference Day' at the Simi Valley free clinic. Volunteers are
needed. Contact Karen for details. On December 3, Barbara Greene
will present a lecture on myofunctional therapy and point out
why ortho sometimes relapses. So, look for the flyers and see
you soon at the meetings.
Kim Stanulis, President