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--Compiled by Angelique Flores

Local schools appreciate Mimi’s Cafe’s student programs

Mimi’s Cafe will celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its Student

Recognition Program. The program was designed to encourage the

accomplishments of young people by rewarding them with complimentary

meals, award certificates and other prizes.

Each year, Mimi’s Cafe distributes about 350,000 achievement

certificates to students in kindergarten through sixth grade who display

scholastic merit, fine arts achievement, a positive attitude and other

accomplishments. The certificates can be redeemed at any Mimi’s Cafe for

a free child’s meal and a star achievement pin.

Thomas Simms, president and founder of Mimi’s Cafe, said the program

was conceived in gratitude to the many families who have patronized the

restaurants throughout the years.

“The certificates and free meals are a wonderful motivation for our

students,” said Lorraine Leavitt, principal of Plavan Elementary School

in Fountain Valley. “With budgets getting tighter each year, we

appreciate Mimi’s Cafe and others from the private sector for their

partnerships.”

Mimi’s also offers a Child Sports Recognition Program for children age

10 and younger. The program distributes specially made “wooden nickels”

to elementary school principals and athletic directors. They, in turn,

are encouraged to reward young athletes who have displayed positive

attitudes or performed to the best of their abilities. The coins can be

redeemed at any Mimi’s Cafe location for a complimentary child’s meal.

In addition, Mimi’s also participates in anannual program that

distributes approximately 50,000 letters of appreciation to honor

teachers, coaches, parent volunteers and office administrators for their

dedication and commitment to young people. The letters may be redeemed

for a free specialty coffee and dessert at Mimi’s Cafe.

Those interested in Mimi’s Student Recognition, Wooden Nickel or other

incentive programs, may fax requests on school or program letterhead to

(714) 730-0587.

Requests may also be mailed to Mimi’s Cafe University, 17395 E. 17th

Street, Suite D, Tustin, CA 92780.

Donations still sought for Edison stadium benches

Edison High School is still seeking donations for the “Save a Seat”

campaign. The campaign is designed to replace dilapidated wooden benches

in the school’s stadium with new aluminum ones. The wood benches are

rotting away and pose a potential hazard. Donations of any amount are

accepted.

The campaign has almost hit the halfway mark at $11,265. School

officials hope to gather $30,000 to install new benches in time for

graduation June 15.

For information on donations, call Jill Johnson at (714) 962-1356,

Ext. 204.