The National Weather Service is forecasting hot and dry weather for Southern California this week. Temperatures will be 10 to 20 degrees above average with record highs possible in some areas. To make sure students and staff are as comfortable as possible, please review Administrative Procedure 4032 and take the appropriate precautions.
Mandatory Training for Campus Security Assistants
The district will be providing a mandatory three-day workshop for Campus Security Assistants who have not gone through the training. The full series provides the 24 hours of training required by the Education Code Section 38001.5 for Campus Security Assistants. Those attending the training must attend all three days in order to receive credit. Training will be on October 6, 7 and 8, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Education Center, Annex 9 Testing room. Employees must register by October 1. See registration form for more information or contact Ester Victorio in Human Resources at (619) 725-8114 or evictorio@sandi.net.
Connect-ED Reminders
Information on the district’s mass notification system, Connect-ED can be found at www.sandi.net/ConnectED. Schools are encouraged to take advantage of enhanced services, free to sites, such as Connect-ED Teacher for classroom communications, and the automated attendance call feature. Attendance clerks are also reminded to reset call times for the 2009-10 school year in Zangle Track Editor for automated attendance calls to operate properly.
Attendance Office Update
A new Attendance Office, located at the Education Center, has been created which combines the Pupil Accounting and School Attendance Review Board (SARB) departments. Pupil Accounting has moved to Room 1008 and their phone numbers remain the same. SARB has relocated to Room 1008A and has all new contact information, as well as new staff members. (Attendance Office contact list) For more information, contact Crystal Cavanagh at (619) 725-7290 or ccavanagh@sandi.net.
Volunteer Coordinator and Partnership Liaison Designation Form Deadline
Revised Administrative Procedure #4595 requires that all school principals designate a staff member as the site Volunteer Coordinator or serve in that capacity. The deadline to submit the Volunteer Coordinator and Partnership Liaison Designation Form posted in Administrative Circular #7 is Friday, September 25. For information, contact Ellen Tiffany at etiffany@sandi.net or (619) 725-5594.
Related links: Administrative Procedure 4595, Administrative Circular 007
New District Logo Standards
Use of the new district logo for all print and web materials can be found at www.sandi.net as a Site Shortcut. Central office divisions/departments, schools and all employees are urged to consider these guidelines for all district-related communications in order to maintain the integrity of the new design. For questions, please contact communications@sandi.net.
Business Card Orders
Business cards are now being printed by the district Printing Services and can be ordered online by going to the Printing Services website on www.sandi.net. For more information, email pservice@sandi.net or call (619) 725-7446. Remember, please make sure to use any old stock of business cards before ordering new cards.
Enrollment for SES Free Tutoring Through September 30
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.
SDEA Representative Council Meetings for 2009-10
The SDEA Collective Bargaining Agreement allows for two Wednesdays per month to be reserved for association meetings (Section 5.8.1.). The meetings are held at SDEA from 4:15-6:15 p.m. The 2009-10 schedule is as follows: October 21, November 18 and December 16, 2009; January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19 and June 16, 2010. Alternate meetings will be held October 7, November 4 and December 2, 2009; and January 27, February 3, March 3, April 28, May 26 and June 9, 2010. SDEA unit members serving as delegates to the Representative Council of the Association are allowed to leave their sites as soon as their responsibilities related to the health and welfare of their students are completed. Visit the SDEA website for more information or call Labor Relations at (619) 725-8060.
K-12 Technology Conference
San Diego Unified is partnering with the California League of Middle and High Schools (CLMS/CLHS) to offer a K-12 Technology Conference in San Diego, December 4-6, 2009. The theme of this year’s conference is Social, Global & Green – Transforming Learning through Social Media, Global Connections and Sustainable Practices. If you would like to present a session, please visit the CLS Call for Presenters link. The deadline for Presenter Applications is September 30. For additional information, visit the website, or contact Marty Stultz at (619) 725-7103 or mstultz@sandi.net.
District Purchase Card Training
District Purchase Card training will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, on 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.
How Do We Put School Items in the New Calendar?
The events calendar has proved to be one of the most popular features of the new district website. How do you get your school’s items in the calendar? For submission guidelines, visit the Communications section of sandi.net and click on “Web and Media Calendar” or use this shortcut. Be sure to follow the format. For more information, contact Jack Brandais at jbrandais@sandi.net or 619-725-5570.
Professional Development
Free Educator Talk at the San Diego Air & Space Museum Teachers have complimentary admission to Exploring the Moon, being held Saturday, October 3, from 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the San Diego Air & Space Museum. Visit the website for more information.
CSET Prep Courses Teacher Preparation and Induction will offer California Subject Examinations for Teacher (CSET) Prep Courses to prepare teachers for the November 7 exam. Classes begin Thursday, October 8. Courses are available in Single Subject English, Mathematics, Science and Multiple Subjects. Courses are free for district employees; $60.00 for Charter schools and all others. The deadline to register is 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 1. See registration form and schedules for all subjects (Multi-page PDF) . For more information, contact Lucy Delvalle at ldelvalle@sandi.net or (858) 539-5330.
Learn More about Early San Diego History The San Diego Regional History Collaborative will host a two-day conference, October 10-11, focused on local race relations prior to 1848. Sessions will be led by historians, musicians, educators, and other scholars. Scholarship Funds are available from the Old Town Program to the first 20 schools to register. Discovery credit is available for conference attendees: .5 units for 8 hours, or 1.0 unit for full two-day participation. For registration and more information, contact Karla Shiminski at kshiminski@sandi.net.
The North Coastal Consortium for Special Education (NCCSE) Workshop
The NCCSE presents a workshop for general and special education teachers working with moderate to severe students in general education classrooms. The two half-day sessions will be held on October 1 and December 7. Participants must attend both session and have administrator’s approval. Please Note: The Special Education Division will fund the cost to attend the workshop as well as a substitute teacher to cover a class for each half day session. Space is limited to 30 seats. See flier or sign up at www.sandi.net/ero - click on Curriculum, Special Education, training NCREC. Registration is available through September 28, at 3 p.m.
School of Education Information Night at Point Loma Nazarene University Point Loma Nazarene will hold an information night on Wednesday, October 7, at 6 p.m., at its Mission Valley Regional Center. Programs offered include a Master of Arts in Teaching with Preliminary Credential (New Program), School Counseling and Administrative Credentials, Certificates, and Master of Arts in Education. To RSVP or for more information, go to www.pointloma.edu/education or call (619) 563-2810.
Funding Opportunities
Mission 4R Schools Fundraising Opportunity Mission Federal Credit Union’s latest program rewards new account holders $25 and a matching $25 donation to a school of choice. See flier
for more information.
Attention: Grant Seekers The Grants and Development Office is prepared to assist you in finding and applying for grant funding. Please visit the Grants and Development web page for helpful tips, forms and step-by-step directions about applying for grants.
Free Tickets to the Balboa Park Theatre
This Sunday, September 27, at 2 p.m., the Wonder Morton Organ program will feature music from Grieg to Gershwin, from jazz to show tunes, as well as a Laurel & Hardy silent film. Tickets are free for students and $10 for drivers. Contact Sue Raffee Barrett for more information at (619) 222-7729 or sueraffee@onebox.com.
Pumpkin Patch Field Trips
The TLC Community Giving Garden of Tierrasanta presents its pumpkin patch field trips, October 19 - November 6. Cost is $5.00 per child, including education on the pumpkins and their origin, crafts and other activities. See flier for more information.
Careers in Pharmacy
The pharmacy residents at VA San Diego Healthcare System invite students to learn about exciting careers in pharmacy. Topics of discussion include: reasons to pursue a career in pharmacy, the steps necessary to enter the profession and the various opportunities that are available to pharmacists. Several dates are available during National Pharmacy Week, October 18-24. To schedule a date and for more information, contact Anh-Thu Ha at Anh-Thu.Ha@va.gov or (858) 552-8585 ext 5339.
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center Programs The annual teacher publication will no longer be sent directly to schools or teachers and will only be available online. Download the publication at this site. Visit our online pages at this site. Download a registration form here. School group reservations can now be made by contacting Client Services at (619) 238-1233 ext 806.
Cool to be Smart Program Boosts AP Class Participation Schools are encouraged to participate in the district’s Cool to be Smart – link letter
incentive program which encourages students to participate and excel in AP programs. In partnership with Mossy Automotive Group, two new cars will be given away in June 2010. Students must meet five specific criteria related to their AP studies to be eligible. For more information, contact Aly Evans at (619) 725-5582 or aevans2@sandi.net.
Doorways to Vision: Border Voices Poetry Project Principals and GATE coordinators who would like a free Border Voices anthology can call the Border Voices hotline at (619) 293-2546. Ask for information on poets as guest speakers in the classroom. See the Border Voices slide show for a brief look at how the Border Voices Poetry Project program boosts test scores and adds excitement to the classroom.
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards for Grades 5-12 The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program is the United States' largest youth recognition program based exclusively on volunteer community service. The program was created in 1995 to honor middle level and high school students for outstanding service to others at the local, state, and national level. Students in grades 5-12 are eligible to apply with certification by their school principal. The student application deadline is November 2, 2009. For information and to apply, visit the webpage..
San Diego Natural History Museum School Programs Registration is underway for the new school year. See flier
or for more information, visit the webpage.
Upcoming Events
District A Community Meeting This Wednesday, September 23, an Advisory panel to Dr. John Lee Evans, District A representative, will allow the community to address the needs of their school clusters. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at Madison High and is open to the public.
CARS+ Special Educator Event CARS+, the organization for special educators, will hold its Welcome Back event on Thursday, September 24, from 3:30-5 p.m., at the Mission Valley Library. Guest speaker will be Susan Martinez, executive director for the Special Education Programs Division. See flier
for more information.
Padres Celebrate Education Night – Padres vs Giants Friday, October 2 at 7:05 p.m., the San Diego Padres and the San Diego County Office of Education will offer district employees a 50% discount off select seats. See flier
for more information.
50% Off Registration for It Takes a Village Conference District employees are being offered a 50% discount for this educational one-day conference, aimed at parents, teachers, counselors, grandparents and anyone who interacts with children and teens. The conference will be held Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the University of San Diego. For conference details, visit the webpage.
Phi Delta Kappa: How to Deal with the Media On October 20, Phi Delta Kappa will host "How to Deal with the Media" panel presentation with Bernie Rhinerson, chief district relations officer for San Diego Unified; Jim Esterbrooks, public information officer for the San Diego Office of County Education; Emily Alpert, education writer for the Voice of San Diego; and Lillian Leopold, director of grants and communications from Sweetwater Union High School District. The event will be held at the Mission Valley Resort. Refreshments will be served from 5-5:30 p.m., and the panel presentation from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is $15. RSVP required by October 9. For more information and to RSVP, contact Dr. Jeannie Steeg at (619) 295-2118 or jeannie@aasdcs.org or jsteeg@sandi.net.
Sequoia Elementary PTA Carnival
The carnival will be held on campus on Saturday, October 31, from noon-4 p.m. Come join this community event and enjoy a chili cook-off and guess how heavy the Big Mac pumpkins weigh. Call (858) 496-8240 for more information or email sequoiaelementarypta@yahoo.com.
Franklin Elementary Celebrates 80 Years An estimated 8,000 students have passed through the doors of Benjamin Franklin Elementary in Kensington since the school opened in 1929. An 80th Year Celebration will be held at the school on Saturday, November 14, at 1 p.m. The Franklin Alumni committee invites former Franklinites to share photos, stories and memorabilia in preparation for the celebration. Visit the reunion website or see flier
for registration and other information.
All Magnet Schools Resource Fair The fair, featuring all 32 district magnet schools, will be held Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Recital Hall at Balboa Park. For more information, contact the Magnet Office at (619) 725-5672.
FAAN Walk in San Diego 2009 Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network will hold its annual Walk in San Diego on Saturday, November 7, to educate the public about the prevalence of food allergies among students. Visit http://www.foodallergy.org/ for more information or contact Amrie Weiss at amriew@gmail.com or (916) 995-4501.
Southern California Youth Ballet presents The Nutcracker Performances take place on December 18, at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, at 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. Field trips for all grade levels are discounted at $5 per person. See flier
for more information.
View upcoming events throughout the district on the Campus Calendar.
Palm Springs Condo: One bedroom, fully furnished, steps to pool area, near mountains and shopping, photos available. Available month of December 2009 for $1,500 and January 2010 for $1,650. Contact krisdhatch@gmail.com
Travel
Japan in Summer 2010
A 10-day trip is being planned in July/August 2010 to the “Land of the Rising Sun.” The trip price of $4,000 includes round trip air fare, hotels, all breakfasts and dinners, personal tour guide, 3-4 star hotels, taxes, surcharges, entrance fees and more. For more information, e-mail Julia Groff at jgroff@sandi.net.
Galapagos Islands in Summer 2010 Join Roosevelt Middle School staffers June 29 – July 6, 2010 in the Galapagos Islands for $1,995 (air/land) + taxes. Limited to 30 people. Contact sboe@sandi.net.
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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