Schools are encouraged to post the following approved information about Proposition “S” on the homepage of the school website:

Proposition “S” is a $2.1 billion bond measure that the Board of Education is placing before the voters on the November 4th ballot. If approved by 55% of the voters, Proposition “S” will:

• Provide bond funds to repair and renovate our schools.
• Extend the current Proposition “MM” tax rate ($66.70 per $100,000 assessed value of taxable property), which expires in 2029, to 2044. This new bond will not increase the current tax.
• Provide funding for facility improvement projects at 180 school sites throughout the district.

Improvements for our school are specified in the bond resolution and are available on the district website at www.sandi.net/PropS.

Please forward this information to your school webmaster. For information, call (858) 637-3603.

Monthly classified employees who are interested in becoming teachers are encouraged to apply for the Board President's Scholarship Award , presented annually by the President of the Board of Education and California Coast Credit Union. Two recipients will be selected. Each will receive a $1,000 check at the November 18 board meeting. The application (part 1  | part 2 ) deadline is Friday, October 3. For information, contact Melissa Hudson at mmabe2@sandi.net or at (619) 725-5550.

In an effort to continually enhance the services provided, School Police has established a Crime Prevention Unit. The unit, consisting of four community service officers, is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining several safety, security and preventive programs that cater to each individual school site needs. Programs and services include School Police Volunteer Patrols, Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE), School Watch program, Identi-kit, campus security evaluations, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), site security surveys and Crimestoppers. For information or to schedule a program at your site, call the Crime Prevention Unit at (619) 725-7000.

The district is holding a public auction starting at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 23, at the Supply Center Yard, 2351 Cardinal Lane, 92123. Obsolete, no parts available and beyond economical repair furniture and equipment will be up for bid. Items will include miscellaneous school and office furniture, shop, audio/visual and computer equipment, construction materials, and more. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. A $200 cash refundable deposit is required to receive a bidder number. For information, contact Rose Gustafson at (858) 522-5850 or Anstead’s Auctioneers and Associates at (619) 233-3148.

Sites eligible to use voucher funds to purchase hardware and software should visit http://edtech.sandi.net/k12voucher for updated information on how to submit a requisition in the ePro system. For information, contact Susan Levine slevine@sandi.net or (858) 503-1707.

The Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program has published its 2008-09 Distinguished Lecture Series calendars for parents  and educators . These lectures provide the opportunity to hear and meet experts in the field of gifted education. No reservations are necessary. For information, visit the GATE website or call (858) 573-5998.

Volunteer San Diego Service-Learning Council is hosting a free Fall Service Event on Thursday, October 9, from 4 -5:30 p.m., to generate project ideas that engage students and to create collaborations between educators, students and organizations. This event is particularly centered on local environmental and animal related service projects, and will include a networking fair, World Cafe discussion groups, guest speakers and an awards reception for educators/students/organizations involved in exceptional service-related environmental projects. To attend this event, sign up online or e-mail savy@volunteersandiego.org. For information, call Nancy Hemmings, Community Relations Department, at (619) 725-5597.

The Program Monitoring Department is offering training for School Site Council (SSC) members on September 29, October 1, 7, 20, 28, 30, November 5, 13, and 17. The training will provide information about implementing Title I mandates, SSC responsibilities and bylaws, the revised Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) template, understanding budgets and categorical budget guidelines. Register for any one of the training dates by calling the Program Monitoring Department at (858) 496-4048.

• San Diego Unified Professional Learning Network
  Visit the district Professional Development online registration site and discover the wide range of courses available to teachers and administrators. Current offerings include courses provided by the math, history/social studies, and visual and performing arts departments. For information and list of current offerings, visit http://registration.sandi.net/index.php.
  
  
• Earn National Board Certification, Master's Degree at the Same Time
  In partnership with National University, district teachers can pursue National Board Certification in 2009-10 while completing a Master's Degree in Teaching, a Master's with an Administrative Credential, or simply National Board Certification. Approximately 80 district teachers are currently participating in this partnership program. Classes meet one night per week at a district school and online in our hybrid program. Apply for the February cohort no later than February 2, 2009. Plan to attend an informational meeting  to learn more. For questions, contact Julia Groff at jgroff@sandi.net or visit the Teacher Preparation and Student Support Division website.
  
  
• CSET Prep Courses Scheduled
  Prep courses for the November 1 California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) will begin Thursday, October 2. Courses are available in Single Subject English , Single Subject Science   (General Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Geoscience), Single Subject Mathematics  and Multiple Subjects . Courses are free for district employees; $60 for non-district employees. The registration  deadline is Thursday, September 25. For information, contact Lucy Del Valle at ldelvalle@sandi.net or (619) 725-7142.
  
  
• Save the Date
  The San Diego Computer-Using Educators (SDCUE) Tech Fair will be held Saturday, November 8, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at El Cajon Valley High School. For information, contact Mary Lange at mlange@sandi.net or visit www.sdcue.org.

Hands On San Diego is Volunteer San Diego's annual week-long service event that mobilizes thousands of volunteers from all over San Diego County. Students, families and employees are welcome to participate in one of many service projects on Saturday, September 27, or Sunday, September 28. Last year, volunteers completed 100 projects benefiting 40 diverse community organizations, including our schools. For information, visit www.volunteersandiego.org.

• Search Under Way for Top Youth Volunteers
  The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people in grades 5-12 for outstanding volunteer service to their communities. Students who have engaged in volunteer activities that occurred at least partly during the 12 months prior to the date of application are eligible to apply. The application deadline is Friday, October 31. For information, visit http://www.prudential.com/spirit.
  
  
• Image this…Grade 3-8 Writing Contest
  The California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is sponsoring a creative writing contest  for students in grades 3-8. One student author from each grade level will be chosen as the state winner and will receive a medal, $100 savings bond, an expense-paid trip to Sacramento for student, teacher and two parents/guardians, and $100 worth of teacher resources. Entries must be postmarked by Saturday, November 1. For information, visit www.cfaitc.org.
  
  
• 2009 ExploraVision Awards for Students K-12
  Toshiba and the National Science Teachers Association are co-sponsoring the17th annual ExploraVision Awards program. Designed for K–12 students of all interest, skill and ability levels, the program encourages kids to create and explore a vision of future technology by combining their imaginations with the tools of science. Members of the four first-place teams will each receive a $10,000 US Savings Bond and an expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. The entry deadline is January 28, 2009. For information, visit www.exploravision.org.
  
  
• Character Development Contest
  The YMCA of San Diego County and San Diego Gas & Electric are celebrating Character Development  during the month of October. Students are invited to participate in an essay  or poster  contest, which asks them to write or draw about one of the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect or Responsibility. The deadline for entries is Monday, November 3. For information, call Melissa Borges at (858) 292-9622.
  
  
• Careers in Music and Dance Day
  The San Diego State University School of Music and Dance is hosting Careers in Music and Dance Day  on Wednesday, October 8, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is free and open to high school juniors and seniors as well as to parents and teachers. Students will have the opportunity to observe selected rehearsals, attend classes, meet faculty and SDSU students, and find out detailed information about application/audition processes for pursuing university degrees that lead to careers in music or dance. Enrollment is limited. Pre-registration is required. For information and to registration online, go to http://musicdance.sdsu.edu.

• CARS + Welcome Back
  CARS Plus, the organization for special educators, is holding its Welcome Back event  on Tuesday, September 23, from 3:30-5 p.m., at Mt Everest Academy. Guest speaker is Susan Martinez, interim executive director, special education division. For information and to RSVP, contact Karen Karagozian at kkaragozian@sandi.net or (858) 496-1827.
  
  
• Stargazing at Whitman Elementary
  Whitman Elementary is hosting its 6th Annual Stargazing Party  on Wednesday, October 8, at 6:30 p.m. (Weather permitting). Volunteers from the San Diego Astronomy Association will set up telescopes for everyone to use. For information, contact Wyvona Barrett at wbarrett@sandi.net or (858) 273-2700 x117.
  
  
• Jerabek Celebrates 30 Years
  Jerabek Elementary will hold its 30th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, October 5, from 2-6 p.m. Festivities will include entertainment by The Heroes, food and raffle. For information, contact Cynthia Collins at cynthiacollinssd@aol.com.
  
  
• An Evening with Richard Lederer
  The San Diego Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa is hosting a dinner meeting on Tuesday, October 21, at 5 p.m., at the Handlery Hotel and Resort. Noted author and columnist Dr. Richard Lederer will be talking about his newest book, Presidential Trivia. Dr. Lederer is the author of more than 30 books about language and humor, His syndicated column, “Looking at Language,” appears in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States. Cost is $20. For information and to make a reservation, contact Jeannie Steeg at jeannie@aasdcs.org or (619) 295-2118.
  
  
• Ed Center Winter Craft Fair
  Just in time for holiday shopping. The annual Winter Craft Fair to benefit the Education Center Building Committee will be held Friday, December 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Annex 9 Testing Room. Talented San Diego Unified artisans from the Ed Center and central office sites will have their handicrafts for sale. If you are interested in being an exhibitor or for more information, contact La Donna Chase at lchase@sandi.net or Elaine Lindberg at elindberg@sandi.net.

• Superintendent’s Friday Notes

• PT Cruiser. Touring Edition w/tinted windows. 5 Speed. Fully loaded. New tires/under warranty. Low S.D. miles, 23+ MPG. Original Owner. Call (619) 823-2337 or e-mail vickibcampbell@cox.net.
• Noritake china. Service for 12 + 6 serving person. Roseberry pattern. $300. (619) 988-9018.
• Garage Sale. October 18, 7 a.m. 4145 Highland, City Heights. Craft supplies, holiday decorations, small appliances.
• 1995 Ford Crown Victoria. 100K miles. Great condition. Runs well, new tires. Call Carol at (619) 990-5841.
• 1994 Toyota Tercel. Makes a nice first car. Rims. Stereo call. Call (619) 840-0450.

• 3 BD/2.5 BA House in Scripps Ranch. 2-Car Garage. Inc. appliances. Nr. Schools. Avail Now. Call (858) 357-7605.

• Female roommate to share a 2BD apt. in City Heights. Non-smoker. $400/mo. Call (619) 988-9018.
• Carpool. Vista to Mira Mesa area. Approx. 6:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact resparza1@sandi.net or (760) 917-3945.

Classified ads are accepted from district employees only and cannot be used to advertise commercial activities. Submit ads by e-mail to communications@sandi.net. Limit to 15 words (not including phone number). Include work location and phone number (for ID purposes only).

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