Monte Vista Teacher Cries Foul, Grossmont Coach Remembered, and Nick Cannon Quits

At Mount Helix Patch, we know that in your busy lives there may be some stories that you can't read about the day they happen. With the "Week That Was" column, we'll provide a roundup of the most important stories of the week.

Lots going on in the area this week. We'll kick things off with an interview with the new general manager of Helix Water District, who is the first Latino to be named to the position in the agency's history.

Meet the Patch: New General Manager of Helix Water District Recalls Roots

It was a week of sadness at Grossmont High School, as longtime football coach Ron Murphy died after battling cancer. The coach was remembered at a touching memorial service.

Update: Grossmont Coach Ron Murphy Mourned; ‘Always Tried to Give 100%’

Farewell to Foothillers: Coach Ron Murphy’s Last Meeting With Players

After receiving doctor's orders that he is being "overworked" former Monte Vista student Nick Cannon, an actor, comedian, and TV/radio host, quit his popular radio show on 92.3 NOW in New York, amid health concerns. Cannon was hospitalized recently with an enlarged ventricle in his heart and blood clots in his lungs.

Monte Vista Alum Nick Cannon Quitting Radio Show Amid Health Concerns

By far, the biggest story that is on the minds of parents and teachers in the Grossmont Union High School District is that of proposed attendance boundary changes. Below you'll see links to stories regarding this issue, including a video recap of the special meeting last week, and a Monte Vista teacher's shot across the bow at other schools in the District, as he claims that his school doesn't get the respect it deserves, and is subject to unfair racial and economic stereotypes.

Video: Grossmont High School District Meeting on Boundary Changes

Monte Vista Teacher Decries Racial, Economic Biases as Hurting Attendance

It was a busy week in high school sports as well, as soccer and basketball regular seasons wrapped up.

Steele Canyon Stops Grossmont, But Teams Will Share League Title

Scotties Prevail in Second Overtime, Defeat Hillers 58-51 in Final Game

Helix Claims Hills League Title with Tiebreaking Victory Over Grossmont