Due to the recent extreme heat wave and concern for the well-being of staff and students, the Superintendent has consulted with the Board leadership about revisions to the district air conditioning policy. Effective immediately, centrally controlled air conditioning systems will automatically be turned on when classroom temperatures reach 78° Fahrenheit. District policies and procedures are in the process of being revised to reflect this recent change. For additional information about air conditioning, contact Lee Dulgeroff, director, project management, at (858) 637-6280, or J. Naish, supervisor, energy/utilities, at (858) 627-7217.
Open Enrollment Meetings Provide Info + Free Flu Shots
The annual Benefits Open Enrollment period will be held October 13 - November 21, 2008. During this period, eligible employees may enroll for medical/dental coverage, change plans, and/or add eligible dependents. All Open Enrollment changes will become effective January 1, 2009. Open Enrollment packets will soon be distributed to eligible employees. Several Open Enrollment Meetings have been scheduled throughout the month of October where employees can meet with representatives from the district medical and dental providers. Free flu shots will also be available at these meetings. Click here for all Information Meeting times and locations.
Free and Reduced-Price Lunch Applications due October 29
Free and Reduced-Price Lunch applications must be received by Food Services (Revere Center) on or before Wednesday, October 29, to be considered for the official student counts that are used to determine the 2009-10 Title I funding per site. Applications will continue to be accepted by Food Services after October 31 to determine a student’s eligibility for the free and reduced lunch program but will NOT be considered for this important survey. Please review your "School Enrollment Report" information sent via e-mail from Food Services for a listing of students who have not returned applications for the Free and Reduced-Price Meal program. If you have any questions, contact Pam Kowalski at pkowalski@sandi.net or (858) 627-7332.
Office of Curriculum & Instruction and OCILE Central Office Relocation
The Office of Curriculum and Instruction and the OCILE Programs office have moved to a new location at the Education Center. The offices are now located in room 2153. The telephone number remains the same: (619) 725-7234.
School Site Council Trainings
The Program Monitoring Department is continuing its School Site Council (SSC) trainings on October 20, 28, 30, and 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 trainings online.
Engaging Students in Service: An Introduction to Service-Learning
Volunteer San Diego is offering An Introduction to Service-Learning training on Wednesday, October 22, from 4 -7 p.m., at Volunteer San Diego located at 4699 Murphy Canyon Road. The training includes information on the basics of service learning and how it’s different from community service. Participants will learn how to integrate service-learning into classroom curriculum and will be provided resources and support for service projects. Administrators, teachers and staff working with youth are welcome to attend. There is a $30 registration fee to attend the training; registration fee waivers are available on a first-come, first-served, basis through the Community Relations Department. For information, call Nancy Hemmings at (619) 725-5597. The registration deadline is Monday, October 20.
Journey to Academic Success
The Ballard Parent Center begins its series of free parent classes, Journey to Academic Success, on Thursday, October 23, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Tubman-Chavez Multicultural Center, 415 N. Euclid Ave. The classes are open to all parents of students who attend Title 1 schools. Childcare, homework station and dinner provided. For information, contact Elneda Shannon at eshannon@sandi.net or Marco Beltran at mbeltran@sandi.net, or call (619) 293-4431.
Workshop for Private Schools Serving Students with Disabilities
The district Special Education Services Division is holding a workshop for private school teachers that serve children with disabilities and receive consultation services from the Parentally Placed Private School Services office. Food for Thought - Ingredients for Language will be presented by Elissa Barber, speech-language pathologist. The workshop will provide
strategies and interventions for the development of oral language skills and will focus on the use of academic language that aligns with state grade level standards. The workshop will be held Wednesday, October 22, from 3:30-5 p.m., in Building G at the Instructional Media Center. Parents are welcome to attend. For information, contact LaVelle Ward at (858) 496-1874.
Fall Quarter Parent Classes
San Diego Parent University begins its first quarter Parent Classes ( English | Spanish) on Tuesday October 14. The classes offer helpful information on parenting issues along with effective tools and techniques to help children achieve academically. Classes are open to all parents of students who attend Title 1 schools. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Ballard Parent Center. For information, contact Elneda Shannon at eshannon@sandi.net or Bea Fernandez at bfernandez@sandi.net, or call (619) 293-4431.
Buick Invitational Tickets on Sale to Support Our Sports
Tickets are now on sale for the 2009 Buick Invitational PGA Golf Tournament as a fundraiser for our district physical education, athletic and extra curriculum programs. Tickets are $15/each and can be used for a one-day entry into the tournament any day during the weeklong event, February 3-8, 2009. Tickets can be purchased from participating high schools or from the PE/Health Athletics Department at the Education Center, Room 1008A. For information, call (619) 725-7126.
Professional Development
VAPA Trainings The Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Department has several upcoming trainings for elementary teachers. For a list of trainings and to register, go to http://registration.sandi.net. Click on Offerings and Type VAPA in the Event Name section of the Search field. For information, contact Margaret Lathan at mlathan@sandi.net.
Educational Technology Professional Development Classes The Educational Technology Department has added seven 2-hour classes to the Fall/Winter Semester Professional Development offerings in November and two all-day classes in January. The classes being offered include an overview to Podcasting, Wikis, Blogs, Mac OS X Basics and Windows XP Basics. For information and to register, go to http://registration.sandi.net. Click on Offerings and Type EDTECH in the Event Name section of the Search field.
Grades K-5 Physical Science Training The science department has developed a professional development workshop on implementing the physical science curriculum for grade K-5 teachers. The workshops will be held on several different dates in October at several locations. Register online at http://registration.sandi.net. Contact the science department at (619) 725-7315 with questions.
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.
County Offers Technology Workshops to SDUSD Teachers, Students The San Diego County Office of Education has released the 2008 fall schedule of Technology Workshops
offered at the San Diego County Regional Technology Centers. Classes are available for teachers, support personnel and students of San Diego County schools. Many classes are free. Register online. For information, e-mail Becki Goehl at bgoehl@sdcoe.net.
Funding Opportunities
Walden University ‘Educator for a Day’ Grants Walden University will honor schools and educators across the nation with its campaign in support of the National Education Association (NEA) Educator for a Day program. Walden will award $5,000 grants to three P–12 schools that host Educator for a Day events as part of NEA’s American Education Week, observed November 16–22, 2008. The deadline for nominations is Monday, October 20. For information, visit www.WaldenU.edu/educatorforaday.
Grants for Math and Science Enrichment Projects The Motorola Foundation, via its Innovation Generationgrants program, is providing $100,000 in support of math and science enrichment projects proposed by public school teachers. Proposals must cost $800 or less, and must be for math and science enrichment projects. For more information, go to www.donorschoose.org.
Student Opportunities
San Diego County Student Academic Competitions The San Diego County Office of Education encourages schools to take advantage of the many opportunities in the county for elementary through high school students to participate in academic competitions. To see a list of competitions, visit www.sdcoe.net/events. For information, contact Nicole Shina at nshina@sdcoe.net or (858) 292-3850.
Upcoming Events
Community Conversation on Underage Drinking
Students, parents, educators and community members are invited to attend a community conversation, Underage Drinking…is Everyone’s Problem, on Tuesday, October 21, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Mission Valley Resort. For information, contact Chris Boyd at cboyd1@sandi.net or (858) 503-3180.
International Baccalaureate Open House Mission Bay High School is hosting an Open House to showcase its International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme on Wednesday, October 22, from 6-7:30 p.m., in the school’s library. Interested parents will have an opportunity to learn more about the IB Diploma, meet the principal and IB staff, and review the IB curriculum. For information, contact Melissa Romero at mromero@sandi.net or (858) 273-1313.
Support Dollars for Scholars On Saturday, October 25, students from four San Diego Unified schools will join others around the country in the Dollars for Scholars Walk for Education. Students from Hoover, Madison and Twain high schools, Ocean Beach and Linda Vista elementary schools are participating in the event designed to increase awareness of the importance of a college education and to raise scholarship dollars to help more San Diego County students afford a higher education. More information.
Free Exhibit Promotes Solar Education The City Tour for Solar will be on display in San Diego on October 12-19. The free public solar educational exhibit is touring 50 cities to educate municipal leaders, community members, public schools, universities and utilities on how to make solar energy a meaningful power resource for their cities. The Kids Zone includes interactive touch screens, solar-powered water fountains and solar-baked cookies. Teacher Guides are available for grades 6-8
and grades 9 -12.
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.
Latino Education Summit Addressing the Achievement of Latinos K-16 ( English | Spanish ) is the topic of an upcoming workshop being held Saturday, October 25, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the San Diego Office of Education. Educators, parents, students, and business and community leaders are invited to attend. Registration fee is $10; registration deadline is Wednesday, October 15. For information, contact Norma Gómez at (858) 292-3829.
Public Auction Set for October 23 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 for sale. 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.
Teacher Appreciation at SDSU vs. Colorado State Football Game San Diego County teachers can purchase up to four Plaza/Club Corner tickets at $5 each for the San Diego State Aztecs vs. Colorado State football game on Saturday, October 25 (6:30 p.m. kickoff). A copy of this letter must be presented at the Aztecs Ticket Office located at Qualcomm Stadium to purchase these special tickets. For information, call the Aztec Ticket Office at (619) 283-7378.
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.
Two couches: 88" and 65". Off-white cloth with several muted colors. Good condition. $175. Green cloth Recliner. Good condition. $75. Call (858) 279-6965.
Kawai Digital Piano PN70. Apartment size. Like new. $600. Call (619) 297-3011 or e-mail vmonkman@san.rr.com
For Rent
2 BD/ 1 BA house in Normal Heights. Everything new. Dogs OK. $1700 w/ 1-year lease. Call Mark or Kim at (619) 291-9805.
4 BD/BA 2 upgraded house in Granite Hills. Cul de sac. 2-car garage. Appliances, A/C, fireplace. $2200/mo. Call (858) 278-8053.
Newly refurbished, one bedroom condo for rent in La Mesa (near Costco). 619 579 1336 or 619 519 3443
2BR/1BA in OB/Pt Loma (Pacific Isle). Spectacular fireworks view. Gated. Pool/Spa.Tennis. Water included. No dogs. $1495/mo. Call (619) 991-4933.
Garage Sales
Garage Sale. October 18, 7 a.m. 4145 Highland, City Heights. Craft supplies, holiday decorations, small appliances.
Wanted
Roommate to share large townhouse in Tierrasanta. Own room/bathroom, non-smoker & dog friendly. $750/mo. Call (858) 531-0514.
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.
Travel
Staff members at Gage Elementary are organizing a 15-day trip to Ireland, starting July 27, 2009. For information or to join the group, contact Milanne at mtolson@sandi.net.
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Do you have an announcement for Newsline?Newsline is published every Monday; the deadline to submit items is noon on the preceding Friday. E-mail items to communications@sandi.net and mark “Newsline” in the subject line.
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