All schools and central offices will be closed Monday, February 16, in observance of George Washington’s birthday. Have a safe and restful three-day weekend.
Purchase Card Training Sessions Cancelled for Remainder of 2009 Fiscal Year
Due to the current spending limitation guidelines, all purchase card trainings have been cancelled for the remaining months of fiscal year 2009. For information, contact Sandy Davis at (619) 725-7756.
February Post and Bid for 2009-10 School Year
A list of expected certificated staffing vacancies for the 2009-2010 school year will be posted online through Friday, February 27. For information and to apply online, check the Quick Links section on the Employment website.
Classified Employee of the Year Nominations
School sites and district offices are encouraged to nominate a deserving candidate for the 2009 Classified Man and Woman of the Year awards. Each nominee must be a classified employee with at least three years of service in a monthly position. The deadline to submit a nomination petition is April 3, by 5pm. Completed petitions should be sent or hand-delivered to Gloria Rangel, Education Center, Room 1241. For information, contact Gloria at grangel@sandi.net or (619) 725-8172.
VEBA Strength Challenge
The deadline to register for the VEBA Strength Challenge is Monday, February 16. This exciting eight-week program, which starts February 23, is intended to gently introduce you to strength training, or to assist you if you are already doing strength training. Strength training is important for proper muscle balance, injury prevention and rehabilitation, maintaining full functionality with aging, slowing down the aging process, increasing your metabolism, weight loss and overall health. Strength training should be part of everyone’s exercise routine, so don't miss out on this exciting way to take charge of your health. For more information or to register, go to http://www.vebaonline.com/health/strength_challenge.htm or e-mail Frank Gaona at fxgaona@sandi.net .
Mandatory Campus Security Assistant Training
Mandatory training for all Campus Security Assistants will be held on March 12, 13 and 16, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This training is required by Education Code section 38001.5. The training will be held at the Education Center, 4100 Normal Street, Annex 9, Testing Room. Participants must attend all three days to receive credit for training. For registrations and/or questions regarding this series of workshops, contact Ester Victorio, Human Resources, at evictorio@sandi.net or (619) 725-8114.
Free American Flags Available
KUSI-TV reporter Michael Turko has American flags available for schools. The flags have been donated by his viewers and are supposed to meet specifications for your school site. Principals needing a new flag can call Turko at (858)571-FILE.
“Revising your Single Plan for Student Achievement” Training
The Program Monitoring Department is offering a training that provides in-depth guidance for site teams consisting of principals, School Site Committee (SSC) chairs, and new or returning SSC members. The training will include information on the new SPSA template; the responsibilities of SSC members and the principal in developing the Single Plan for Student Achievement; getting input from all stakeholders; aligning schools goals with verifiable federal, state, and district data; developing SMART goals based on school/student data analysis; and making budget decision that improve student achievement. Spanish translation services and child care will be available at this training. Register online. For information, call (858) 496-4048.
Free IMAX Screening
Take advantage of a great opportunity to see a free IMAX screening of the film Van Gogh: Brush with Genius at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center on Thursday, February 19, at 5:30 p.m., sponsored by the San Diego Museum of Art. The film follows Van Gogh from the Netherlands to France, tracing the artist’s remarkable journey from the time of his first canvasses at the age of 27 to the masterpieces he produced before his tragic death at age 37. To RSVP (required), please contact Begonya Perez, Scheduling Coordinator at the San Diego Museum of Art, 619-231-1996 or bperez@sdmart.org . For more information, please contact Karen Childress-Evans, VAPA, (858) 539-5349, kchildressevans@sandi.net .
Professional Development
CSET Prep Courses
Prep courses for the March 14, 2009, California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) will begin Tuesday, February 17. 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 today, Tuesday, February 10 by close of business. For information, contact Lucy Del Valle at ldelvalle@sandi.net or (619) 725-7142.
Earn a Tier I Preliminary Administrative Services Credential at USD The Educational Leadership Development Academy (ELDA) at the University of San Diego is searching for strong teachers, counselors and nurses who have worked in education at least three years and possess a clear California teaching credential. If you are interested in earning the Tier I Preliminary Administrative Services Credential, plan to attend the ELDA Open House/Information Session on Tuesday, March 10, from 4:30-6 p.m., at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences. For information and to RSVP, contact Carmen Valencia at cvalencia@sandiego.edu or (619) 269-8839.
SDSU Administrative Services Credential Program
Interested district employees are invited to attend an informational meeting to discuss San Diego State’s Fall 2009 Administrative Services Credential Program on Wednesday, February 18, from 4 -5 p.m., at the San Diego County Office of Education, 6401 Linda Vista Rd, Room 304, (92111) To RSVP, e-mail Carmen Curphy at ccurphy@mail.sdsu.edu. For more information, visit the website..
USD Doctoral Program in Leadership Studies
The application deadline for the Leadership Studies Ph.D. program at the University of San Diego (USD) School of Leadership and Education Sciences with a specialization in public/private schooling has been extended to Friday, February 27. More information and applications are available online.
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 June cohort no later than June 1, 2009. Plan to attend an informational meeting to learn more. For information, contact Julia Groff at jgroff@sandi.net.
Student Opportunities:
The Young Women’s Leadership Workshop Teen Truth Live: Bully, part of the Young Women’s Leadership Workshop series, will be held on Saturday, February 21, from 9-11:30 a.m., at Marina Village. The workshop is open to middle and high school girls, youth leaders and educators, women and mothers, and will focus on social issues that can lead to school violence and challenges students to think about how their reactions to these issues impact the lives of those around them. Registration fee is $5 per person. Scholarships are available. For information or to register online, go to http://jdfleadership.org/. For scholarships or alternative payment options, please contact Leanne at ltibiatowski@jennadruck.org or (619) 294-8000.
Parent Opportunities
Free Parent Leadership Training The Ballard Parent Center in collaboration with the Office of Language Acquisition will host a free Parent Leadership training for parents who serve or wish to serve in a leadership role at their school site or at the district level. The training is titled "Problem Solving Skills for Parent Leaders” and will be conducted in both English and Spanish. Childcare and refreshments will be provided. For information and to register, contact Marco Beltran mbeltran@sandi.net or (619) 293-4431.
More Free Parent Workshops The Ballard Parent Center is offering a series of evening and weekend classes for parents:
All classes are free and are designed to give parents valuable tools and information on ways to help their children succeed in school and in life. Childcare and refreshments are provided. For information, contact Elneda Shannon at eshannon@sandi.net, Marco Beltran at mbeltran@sandi.net or call (619) 293-4431.
Drug Awareness Program at Crawford Complex
The Crawford Complex will be hosting a drug awareness program presented by Phil Hubbs from PRONASA, the Proactive Network Against Substance Abuse, on February 12 at 6 p.m. Parents and staff from neighboring schools are invited and encouraged to attend this informative presentation. For information please contact Nancy Donley, Crawford Complex Life Skills Counselor at 619-583-2500 ext. 1015.
San Diego Union-Tribune
February 5, 2009 Diane Bell Column | Around town
While in Washington, D.C. this week, San Diego Unified School District board president Shelia Jackson and trustee John Lee Evans urged federal legislators to pass the president's economic stimulus package.
KNSD-TV
February 5, 2009 Schools Officials Lobby in DC
More than 120 million dollars is on the line for the San Diego Unified School District.
Upcoming Events
Phi Delta Kappa hosts Superintendents’ Dinner
The Phi Delta Kappa chapters of San Diego, East County and USD are hosting their annual reception/dinner for County Superintendents on Monday, March 9. This event is intended to bring all educators throughout the county together, so that they may network with colleagues and thank Superintendents for their contributions to the field of education. The speaker for the event will be Dr. Terry Grier. The dinner will be held at Tom Ham’s on Harbor Island beginning with a social hour at 5 p.m. The cost is $35. Contact Jeannie Steeg at jeannie@aasdcs.org or (619) 295-2118 to make a reservation.
Henry High presents South Pacific
Patrick Henry High School Visual & Performing Arts Department presents “South Pacific”, the musical play by Rogers and Hammerstein. Remaining performances will be held on February 11 and 13 at 7 p.m. with a special Valentine's Day matinee on February 14 at 2 p.m. For more information, contact the school at (619) 286-7700.
Classified Ads
For Sale:
1994 Toyota Tercel. Great interior/exterior. Needs some work. Has rims, stereo, and runs great. Needs smog. $1,200/obo. Call (619) 840-0450
For Sale: 32" Sony XBR TV. Top of the line. Like new. Beautiful picture and in excellent condition. $275. Beautiful Solid Oak Entertainment Cabinet. (h) 6' 6", (w) 3' 6" (d) 1' 11". Like new. $300. Both or separate. Call: (619) 590-1891
Labradoodle F1b puppies available March 4. Creams and Apricots. Call for information or to reserve your puppy, (619)475-5572 or mandjwilliams@sbcglobal.net
Wine Cellar, Vinotheque 700QT, holds 600 bottles, originally $5,000, temperature controlled, oak/glass, beautiful. $2500. Call: (858) 243-7882
3 BR/2½ BA Rancho Bernardo condo. One car garage & assigned parking space. $2,000 plus good renter's incentive. Call (858) 485-5638
Travel
Staff members at Roosevelt Middle School are organizing a 9-day Thanksgiving '09 cruise from Venice to the Greek Islands and Croatia for $1,495 + taxes (air + cruise). For information, contact Sandra at sandraboe@sbcglobal.net.
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 milannetolson@hotmail.com.
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).
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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