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ARTIST, DONOR, JCC NAMESAKE COOKIE ADDISON HAS DIED Friends, family reflect on her efforts to support Jewish life
Sanderson leaves amid tensions with Saratoga High music, credential questions
Drew Penner, Editor
On Monday evening, Daniel Klein, the CEO of Jewish Silicon Valley, announced that Cookie Addison, a pillar of the local Jewish community, had died. The “artistic and creative” woman’s philanthropy left an “indelible mark” on the community, he wrote. “Cookie helped foster a sense of belonging and support for families and individuals alike,” he added. “Her contributions will continue to inspire future generations.” Cookie moved to town from Los Angeles in 1972 with her late husband Arnie Addison, who had a successful career in the automotive industry. He died peacefully at home, in 2013, at the age of 83. In Klein’s email, he reflected on how the couple gave a founding donation to establish the Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center. Cookie served as president of the JCC’s board of directors and was Women’s Division president for the Jewish Federation of Silicon Valley from 1993-94. ➝ Cookie Addison, 6
EMBATTLED HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT CHIEF QUITS POST Drew Penner, Editor
After weeks of tension between parents and the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District, Superintendent Bill W. Sanderson announced he’ll step down, effective immediately. The news was announced by Board of Trustees President Misty Davies in an email as the school day wrapped up on Tuesday afternoon. “Superintendent Bill W. Sanderson will be on leave for the remainder of this school ➝ Superintendent, 4
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HER THING Rolling Hills Middle School student Adelyn Lau says, despite the precision and hard work involved, ballet can be quite soothing. She’s looking forward to performing in New Ballet’s upcoming Nutcracker show. Profile on P14
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