Over the summer, workers have been busy converting most 3rd, 6th and high school math classrooms into i21 Interactive Classrooms . Funded through Prop S, i21 is an initiative that sets out to equip classrooms, upgrade technology and create 21st century learning environments. Starting with 3rd, 6th and high school math classrooms, nearly 1,400 classrooms will be equipped with an Interactive White Board (Promethean Board), whole class amplification system, document camera, teacher tablet computer and a netbook cart with enough netbook computers for every student in the class. To date, about 700 Promethean boards have been installed in classrooms across the district.

In collaboration with teachers and other stakeholders, professional development opportunities have been designed and will be available as classroom installations are completed. Click here  for information regarding the professional development plan with specifics about workshop opportunities. For more information or with questions, please e-mail at i21classrooms@sandi.net .

San Diego Unified celebrates the start of the school year with our new look and logo. School sites and departments are urged to begin utilizing the new logo standards on web and print materials. Existing print collateral and business cards featuring the former SDUSD logo should be exhausted first in an effort to conserve dollars and paper resources. For more information, contact the Communications Department at communications@sandi.net .

The district H1N1 Pandemic Flu Response Team has developed Instructions for Schools ;, as well as parent letters (English  | Spanish ;) which outline how we can best prevent and mitigate the spread of both the seasonal flu and the H1N1 flu virus. These materials have been distributed to all principals in preparation for the start of the new school year. For more information, contact, please call the district Nursing and Wellness Program at (858) 627-7580.

• Principals and Department Head Payroll Reminders for Opening of School 
• Timekeeper Payroll Reminders for Opening of School 

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Free Tutoring Booklets were mailed to all eligible students in July. (Only schools in year 2 or more for 2009-10 are eligible to receive SES). Five Meet the Providers Fairs for Parents (English  | Spanish ) have been scheduled during the month of September to assist parents in making informed decisions. The deadline to submit the enrollment application is Wednesday, September 30, at 5 p.m. For more information and to view the 2009-10 Free Tutoring Enrollment Booklet in multiple languages, visit the SES website or call (619) 262-0316.

The Teacher Preparation and Induction Dept has an opening for a resource teacher. This job includes providing training and coaching for BTSA support providers and new teachers. To see the entire job description, qualifications and to apply, go to the sandi.net Teaching Job Board. The application deadline is September 5. For more information or with questions, contact Rhonda Archard at (858) 539-5332.

In preparation for the new school year, optional training on Connect-ED, the district’s mass notification system, will be held at the Ed Center auditorium this Friday, September 4. Sessions are 1 ½ hours long and will commence at: 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:45 p.m. All staff requesting district-wide or school-wide Connect-ED access, and site attendance clerks responsible for Connect-ED automated attendance calls, are encouraged to attend. Visit www.sandi.net/ConnectED for more information and other training options.

District Purchase Card training will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, on September 16, October 21, and November 18, in the Ed Center auditorium. Training is required for all new card holders, approvers or reconcilers who have not yet attended this class. RSVP to Julie Nguyen in the Fiscal Control Office at (619) 725-7669 or jnguyen1@sandi.net .

A Point Loma High student diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, an aggressive type of bone cancer, is in need of reserve blood supplies. Individuals with blood type B- or O- are urged to consider donating to the student’s “direct donation” account with the San Diego Blood Blank. For other blood types, platelet donations can be made to the account. For more information, please contact Erin Alcantara at (619) 225-7814. Appointments can be made at any San Diego Blood Bank location. See the San Diego Blood Bank website for information on blood donation.

The Sony Corporation has generously donated almost $25,000 in “gently used” desktop accessories. Items range from 3-ring binders to paper trays and file holders. District employees, parent organizations, families and students are welcome to the supplies with no limit on the number of items that can be taken per person. Items are being distributed from the Birney Elementary School auditorium on September 1, from 9 a.m. to noon, September 2, from noon to 3 p.m. and September 3, from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Kathy Gartland in the Community Relations Office at (619) 725-5592 or kgartland@sandi.net .

Every year, the College Board Western Regional Office presents outstanding educators with awards for their service and dedication. Nominations are currently open for:

• The Joe Allen Exemplar Award—Recognizes an individual whose contributions enhance the aims and professional activities of the College Board, especially in the Western Region.
• The Distinguished Service Awards—Recognize three individuals who have demonstrated meritorious service in the areas of teaching, financial aid, and counseling and admissions.

The San Diego Union-Tribune “Student Spotlight” or “School Spotlight” features run each Saturday in the “Our San Diego” section and are in need of contributions from our schools. Reporter Lisa Deaderick writes about an outstanding student or school and relies on submissions by teachers, parents and community members. Recent samples include a spotlight on Daniel Chiu of La Jolla High School and Lincoln High School. Items should be sent directly to Lisa at lisa.deaderick@uniontrib.com , with a copy of correspondence to your principal and Jack Brandais in the Communications Department at jbrandais@sandi.net. Include your name and a daytime telephone number. If the item is accepted, expect a call from the newspaper to talk about the outstanding student or school. Call Jack Brandais in the Communications Department at (619) 725-5570 for more information.

• NABE Foundation College Scholarship – Americans for the Arts Recipient
  The National Association for Business Economics (NABE) Foundation is offering a $5,000 student scholarship. See qualifications and application information . Deadline to apply is Monday, September 14.
  
  
• I Love A Clean San Diego
  Free presentations to high school students are available through I Love A Clean San Diego and the City of San Diego Think Blue Program. Presentations focus on local watersheds, explain the difference between storm water and waste water, and empower students to be environmental stewards in their communities. Presentations cover California State Educational Standards for the High School level. See flier  for more information.
  
  
• Free Fieldtrips to the USS Midway
  Fourth and fifth grade classes are invited to participate in the SDUSD Patriots Program which engages students in history-based lessons through visits to the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum. Scholarships are available to qualifying schools to cover the cost of transportation and admission. For information and available dates, contact Tim Betteridge with the Instructional Support Services Division at tbetteridge@sandi.net .
  
  
• San Diego Museum of Art Children’s Workshop 

• H1N1 Instructions For Schools 
• Student Information Systems (SIS) Annual Calendar 
• Superintendent’s Friday Notes
• New Administrative Circulars and Bulletins
• Become a Fan on Facebook (Access from outside the SDUSD network)
• Follow SDUSD on Twitter

• Bearing Exquisite Witness Festival features reading of Dog and Wolf
  From September 24-26, the Joan B. Kroc Institute of Peace & Justice will showcase playwrights, filmmakers, poets, musicians, visual artists and academics who are using the creative power of art to raise awareness and help communities suffering from conflict and violence. The event is free and open to the public. For detailed information, visit Bearing Exquisite Witness Arts Festival or contact Karen Childress-Evans, VAPA, (858) 539-5349 or kchildressevans@sandi.net .
  
  
• Free Live Theatre
  From September 5-6, at the Ocean Beach Recreation Center Park, the Point Loma Actors Workshop will perform Moliere's The Forced Marriage, a play staged in the 17th century period that includes audience participation. Families with children are particularly invited to enjoy this free live theatre experience. Performance time is 6-7:30 p.m. each day. For more information, contact David Sein at (619) 225-0044 or Karen Childress-Evans, VAPA, at (858) 539-5349 or kchildressevans@sandi.net .

View upcoming events throughout the district on the Campus Calendar.

For Sale

• 2004 RV: Damon Intruder motorcoach, 6,400 miles, pristine condition. $80K obo. Please call (858) 793-4686.
  
  
• 1994 Pontiac Sunbird: Runs great and in great working condition. $1,400 obo. Please call (858) 531-1317.
  
  
• 1991 Ford Explorer: Custom, runs great and in great working condition. $2,200 obo. Please call (858) 531-1317.
  
  
• 1951 Mercury: Custom, runs great and in great working condition. $17,500 obo. Please call (858) 531-1317.
  
  
• Kohler double kitchen sink: Porcelain, removed from remodeled home, great condition. Dimensions are 22" x 33". Offered at $50. Please call: (858) 531-1317.

For Rent

• Paradise Hills apartment: 2 BR/1 BA, new unit, no pets. $1,200/month. Please call (619) 210-4198.
  
  
• Kensington furnished room: Includes utilities, cable, wireless internet, W/D, use of kitchen. Female only. $700/month. Please call Debby at (619) 838-1180 or visit www.4631vandyke.com .

• 3 BR/2BA House 3 in City Heights. Cul-de-sac. Laundry rm. large yard, pets ok. $1600/mo. Call (858) 922-3595.  

Wanted

• Roommate to share 2BD/2BA condo in Mission Valley: All utilities, central air/heat, cable, dishwasher, tennis and basketball court, pool, gym, pool table, on-site laundry, close to mall and major freeways. $600/month + $200 security deposit. E-mail volleysuz@hotmail.com .

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.