All schools and central offices will be closed tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Changes to District 403(B) Plan
On January 1, 2009, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will implement new regulations regarding employee 403(b) retirement plans. These new IRS regulations require the district to collect and consolidate any activity that occurs in any 403(b) account for every participant. All district-approved 403(b) providers have been asked to provide this data electronically directly to our third party administrator. Failure to comply by January 1, 2009, will result in the 403(b) plan provider being removed from the district approved provider list. A few providers will be able to meet these new requirements, however most will not and will be removed from the approved provider list. If at a future date, a provider is able to meet the requirements they can be re-approved and added back to the approved provider list. If an employee’s provider is not on the district approved provider list, contributions must stop. Once the provider is re-approved, contributions can begin again.
Employees who participate in the district’s 403(b) retirement plan should check the current approved provider list on the district website. Fiscal Control will continue to update the list as changes occur. For information or with questions, call Deanne Maier at (619) 725-7670 or Susan Freedman at (619) 725-7672.
Address, Social Security Number for Year-end W2 Forms
Employees should verify that their correct address and social security number are on file to make sure they receive their year-end W2 form in January 2009. Information can be verified and corrected, as needed, online using employee self-service at https://dwa.sandi.net. Sign- on > Select PeopleSoft under the Menu section > Human Resources 8.9 > Self Service under Menu > Personal Information. Corrections and changes can also be made via written request to the Human Resources Department, Room 1241 at the Ed Center.
New Version of the Budget Transaction Detail Report
An improved Fall 2008 version of the Budget Transaction Detail Report will be available in PeopleSoft – EPM on Monday, November 17. Located in Report Manager, it will include summarization by major account and better utilization of page space, resulting in less paper if printed. Changes to the run control page were designed to decrease the ability to choose incorrect parameters that could potentially lead to long-running and incorrect report requests. Please create a new Run Control ID the first time you run this new Fall 2008 version of the Budget Transaction Detail. Click here for the new Job Aid for the Budget Transaction Detail Report. For information, contact your Budget Analyst for any questions.
Teacher Resource Center Open House Spotlights Renovations
The Instructional Media Center and the Educational Technology Department are proud to announce the renovations at the Teacher's Resource Center at the IMC have been completed. Attend the Open House on Monday, November 17, from 3-6 p.m., to see the new training labs. Each lab has a sympodium - a podium that allows the trainer to operate the screen, video projector, digital camera, DVD, VHS and TV with the touch of a button. The labs will be used for training and teleconferencing with other educators around the world. Other renovations include a new circulation area for the IMC. Refreshments will be served. Raffle prizes include a digital camera, flash drive and teacher's backpacks filled with supplies and new books. For information, contact Martha Karanopoulos at mkaranopoulos@sandi.net or (858) 496-8439.
Engaging Students in Service: On-site Projects and Reflection
Volunteer San Diego is offering Engaging Students in Service training on Wednesday, November 12, from 4-6:30 p.m. The training will focus on on-site project ideas and reflection activities, with an emphasis on environmental education and disaster preparedness. 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. To register for the training, visit www.volunteersandiego.org .
District Trainings
November 13 Purchase Card Training Time Change! Due to the district-wide earthquake drill, the purchase card training session on November 13 will now be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Education Center auditorium. Please contact Julie Nguyen at jnguyen1@sandi.net or Sandy Davis at sdavis@sandi.net if you have any questions.
Final Two School Site Council Trainings The Program Monitoring Department is continuing its School Site Council (SSC) trainings on November 13 and 17. The training provides 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.
Teaching the Holocaust on Thursday, December 4, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. SDSU Nasatir Chair in Modern Jewish History, Dr. Lawrence Baron, and the co-directors of Chico State’s Center for Excellence in the Study of the Holocaust, Genocide, Human Rights, and Tolerance, Dr. Carol Edelman and Dr. Sam Edelman, will conduct the workshop. Each registered teacher will receive a copy Michael Bart’s book, “Until Our Last Breath: A Holocaust Story of Love and Partisan Resistance”. Lunch will be provided. The History/Social Studies Department will cover the cost of substitute teachers.
Space is limited for each event. Register online. For information, contact Tim Betteridge at tbetteridge@sandi.net.
Ed Tech Courses
Register online for “Getting to Know Your Windows XP Computer” or “Wikis” on Thursday, November 20, from 4:15 – 6:15 p.m., at the Center for Educational Technology, IMC, Building I. For information, contact Susan Levine at slevine@sandi.net or (858) 503-1700.
CSET Prep Courses Scheduled
Prep courses for the January 10, 2009, California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) will begin Tuesday, December 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 Friday, November 21. For information, contact Lucy Del Valle at ldelvalle@sandi.net or (619) 725-7142.
Clear Credential, Earn Master’s at the Same Time
The Induction Master’s Partnership Program, a USD School of Leadership and Education Sciences graduate program offered to beginning SDUSD teachers, is recruiting for its new cohort of first and second year teachers. Applications are due Saturday, November 29; the program will begin in spring 2009. Course of study and applications are available online.
Intensive GATE Certification Program
The district has made arrangements with UCSD Extended Studies to form a cohort of teachers to complete a certification program during this school year. An Open House explaining the program will be held Tuesday, November 18, from 4:30-6 p.m., in Mission Valley. For information, contact Ylianna Romo at yromo@ucsd.edu or (858) 539-9160.
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. Classes meet one night per week at a district school and online in a hybrid program. Apply for the February cohort no later than February 2, 2009. Plan to attend an informational meeting to learn more. For information, contact Julia Groff at jgroff@sandi.net.
Discover Program Course Offerings
Don’t miss out on the great professional development opportunities from the Discover Program. Register early to avoid class cancellations. Classes are held based on registrations received. To view course schedule and descriptions, and register online, go to the DISCOVER website. For information, contact Esther Caluza at ecaluza@sandi.net or (858) 496.1887.
Student Opportunities
K-12 Aviation Art Competition The San Diego Air and Space Museum, in partnership with the San Diego Regional Airport Authority is seeking young artists, grades K-12 to participate in their 2009 Regional Youth Aviation Art Competition. This year’s theme correlates with current issues concerning global warming and challenges the young artist to envision a futuristic flying machine powered by an alternative energy source (not petroleum or fossil-based fuel). Entries must be postmarked by January 5, 2009. For information, call Gail Brenner at (619) 234-8291, ext. 119.
Free History of Choral Music Program The San Diego Master Chorale program is designed for 3-4 grade students and explores the progression of choral music from about 1,000 A.D. to the present day. Two or three chorale singer docents come into a classroom or auditorium for a 45-minute block of time. Open dates include November 14 & 20; December 5, & 12; and January 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, & 30. More dates are available. Visits are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. For information or to schedule a visit, e-mail tubley@att.net or call (619) 236-1318.
International House of Blues Foundation Education Programs The International House of Blues Foundation (IHOBF) is dedicated to bringing the arts to schools and communities through programs that promote cultural understanding and encourage creative expression. For information about upcoming IHOBF programs in San Diego, visit the website at www.ihobf.org or e-mail Pamela.espinosa@hob.com.
Free Educators Night at Children’s Museum
Plan to attend the Fall Educators Evening of art and hors d’oeuvres at The New Children’s Museum on Tuesday, December 2, from 4-6 p.m. RSVP by November 26 to Lauren Popp, at lpopp@thinkplaycreate.org or (619) 233-8792, ext. 121.
Journey to Academic Success Parent Classes
The Ballard Parent Center’s second free parent class in the Journeyto Academic Successseries will be held Thursday, November 13, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., at the Tubman Chavez Multicultural Center, 415 N. Euclid Ave. The classes are designed to give parents useful information and helpful tips to enhance their children's academic achievement. 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.
Parent Leadership Training
The Ballard Parent Center is offering free training to parents who want to learn how to assume leadership roles in schools. Classes in English are scheduled for Friday, November 21, from 9-11:30 a.m.; in Spanish on Monday, December 8, from 9 - 11:30 a.m. Participants will learn strategies to build leadership skills, how to be a productive and active member of a team and tips for conducting effective meetings. Childcare will be provided. Registration required. For information or to register, Marco Beltran at mbeltran@sandi.net or call (619) 293-4431.
Upcoming Events
Meet & Greet at Muir Magnet School Learn about the John Muir K-12 Magnet School’s global theme and Paideia seminars on Wednesday, November 19, at 9:30 a.m. Meet the principal, counselor, technology specialist, K-6 science teacher, ESL specialist and magnet coordinator. For information, call (858) 268-1954, ext. 145.
Scripps Ranch High School’s first production of George M. Cohen's "7 Keys to Baldpate" will be held November 12, 13, 15, and 19-21. Curtain at 7 p.m. Tickets are $6- $8, available at the door. District employees with ID are admitted for $6.
The Counseling and Guidance Department 4th Annual Community Resource Fair is on Tuesday, December 2, from 8-10:30 a.m., at Marina Village. Representatives from community agencies will share information about resources available to schools. For information, call the Counseling & Guidance Department at (858) 503-3180.
The Ed Center 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. For more information, contact La Donna Chase at lchase@sandi.net or Elaine Lindberg at elindberg@sandi.net.
New home. 3BR/2-1/2BA, 2-car garage. City Heights, Central San Diego. High-end appliances, fenced, view. $339,000. Pictures available. Call (619) 729-1205.
Sears Kenmore gas cooktop, never been used. Model #790.32239401. $499 new. Asking $350 obo. Call (858) 278-6884.
For Rent:
Available 2BD/2BA Condo in RB. Pool, jacuzzi, central air, fitness center. $1,500/mo. Call Pedro at (858) 605-5976.
House. Remodeled in and out. 3BD/2BA/2Car. El Cajon. Fireplace, central air, pool. $1,950/mo. Call (619) 447-2329.
Room for rent. Senior female in small clean house. Lemon Grove. No pets/smoker. $400/mo. E-mail mamichi25@yahoo.com.mx.
Condo. 2BR/1BA. Pt. Loma/OB. Spectacular fireworks view. Gated. Pool/spa, tennis. Water incl. Pacific Isle. $1400/mo. (619) 991-4933.
Lake Tahoe chalet. 4 BD/4 BA. Sleeps 14. Pool table, flat screen TV, $350/night. (holidays higher). Call (619) 218-4389.
Wanted:
Roommate to share large townhouse in Tierrasanta. Own BD/BA. Non-smoker & dog friendly. $750/mo. Call (858) 531-0514.
Roommate to share large 5BR house in Mira Mesa. Own BD/ shared BA. Non-smoker, no pets. $525/mo includes util. Call (858) 945-3554.
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