El Camino, Phoenix High Hosting Food Drive to Raise Money for Basketball Hoop, DVD Player

Phoenix and El Camino high schools, both located at the Mountain Shadows Education Center, are seeking donations for a portable basketball hoop for kids to use during lunch, and for a DVD player in one of the school's classrooms.

So, for tonight's "back to school" gathering and family barbecue, educators are asking parents or members of the community to bring recycled aluminum cans to help raise money for the hoop and DVD player. The schools are also seeking donations.

"Back to school" night starts at 5:15 p.m. at 7165 Burton Ave., Rohnert Park.  

If you'd like to donate either of these items, please contact Rohnert Park Patch editor Angela Hart at 707-239-9418 or Ida Schwitters, office manager of the Alternative Education Center at 707-588-5700.