San Diego Unified pay warrants are issued through the County Treasurer of San Diego.  At the request of the County Treasurer, effective immediately, no stop payments will be placed on pay warrants lost in the mail until seven calendar days following the mailing of the pay warrant.  If your pay is not directly deposited, you must wait seven calendar days before placing a stop payment on a lost warrant.  Generally, a replacement check will be generated the day after the stop payment has been placed.  If you wish to place a stop payment on a lost warrant, you must complete the appropriate paperwork in the Fiscal Control office, Room 3251 at the Education Center.  Contact Fiscal Control at (619) 725-7679 if you have any questions regarding the stop payment process. 

If you wish to sign up for direct deposit, you must submit a direct deposit form to the payroll office in Room 1150 of the Education Center.  Forms can be found at your site or on the district website by clicking on Departments/Payroll/ Payroll forms.  Please note that it takes up to 60 days to process a direct deposit request.  Employees that have recently signed up for direct deposit should check their bank balance to ensure funds were deposited to their account before accessing funds.

San Diego Unified has updated its procedures regarding the H1N1 flu virus based on recommendations by the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency:

• Effective this week, school principals will advise parents and staff in the event of an H1N1 outbreak, as defined by the California Department of Public Health .
  
  
• Students and staff who are not ill should come to school each day, including schools where an outbreak has occurred. Schools are being given updated instructions to protect the health of our students and staff.
  
  
• Students and staff with flu symptoms may return when fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication during those 24 hours. No doctor’s note is required.
  
  
• Children with underlying health conditions (including asthma, immune system problems, neuromuscular disorders, diabetes, sickle cell anemia and pregnancy) who experience flu symptoms should contact their doctor, as they may be eligible for an anti-viral medication.
  
  
• This week, principals will send letters home, reinforcing preventative measures to take both at home and at school, plus resources to educate students on staying well.

Visit the district H1N1 website at www.sandi.net/H1N1 to review the latest information.

• Thursday, Oct. 29, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  -- Ed Center (front lawn)
  4100 Normal St. (92103)
  
  
• Friday, Oct. 30, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. -- Morse High School (cafeteria)
  6905 Skyline Dr. (92114)

Principal for a Day confirmation packets were sent to school principals and their guest principals on October 19.  Schools should contact the Community Relations Department if a site did not receive its confirmation packet.  Because of the tremendous interest from the community this year, a guest principal waiting list has been established. Please contact Community Relations if a guest principal cancels. A new principal for a day will be assigned. Contact Ellen Tiffany at (619) 725-5594 or etiffany@sandi.net with questions.

eXcel Youth Zone, the California Department of Education's Regional Service Learning lead and a service learning partner with the Community Relations Department, will conduct an introductory service-learning workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 4 - 7 p.m. Registration is $50.  Participants can integrate community service with academic learning in the classroom and in after school clubs.  On Thursday, Oct. 29, from 4:30-6 p.m., eXcel Youth Zone will also conduct a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) workshop focusing on using service learning as a tool in STEM instruction. Registration fee is $30. Both workshops will be held at Ross Elementary School.  To register for either training, contact Jennifer Hamilton with eXcel Youth Zone, at (619) 599-8205 x2 or jhamilton@excelyouthzone.org. 

The San Diego Bloodmobile will be at the Education Center on Friday, Oct. 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Schedule an appointment online.  For more information, contact Rich Sheldon at rsheldon@sandi.net.

District Purchase Card training will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, on Wednesday, Nov. 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.

Counseling and Guidance’s Student Services Office is conducting a two-day training for educators and parents assigned to implement strategies for safe and drug-free schools and communities.  The training takes place on Nov. 5 and 6, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day, at Mt. Everest Academy.  See registration form . Registration deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 3.

• Fall Discover Program Classes
  Discover the many opportunities available for professional growth, staff development, and district salary advancement credits. To register online and view all course descriptions for Fall 2009, visit the Discover website. For further information, contact Kathy Siverio at (619) 725-7431 or ksiverio@sandi.net.
  
  
• Free Training to Help Teens Stop Using Tobacco
  There is still space available for a two-day free training to learn the two research-based programs that work, TAP (Helping Teens Stop Using Tobacco) and TEG (Intervening with Teen Tobacco Users). The training will be held Oct. 29 and 30, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day, at the Wiggin Satellite. See registration form .
  
  
• Honors American Literature Course Alike
  The Curriculum, Assessment and Instructional Design Department is offering a series of Course Alike Professional Development opportunities for Honors American Literature teachers. The first course date is Tuesday, Nov. 3. from 3-5 p.m. at the Mission Bay High School Professional Development Center. Read for more information .
  
  
• Lesley University Integrated Teaching Through the Arts, M.Ed.
  As the only program of its kind in the country, this Master’s degree can be earned by attending class one weekend per month. Learn more about the power of arts integration in education by attending one of two informational sessions, on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 4:30 p.m., at the San Diego County of Education, or on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 4:30 p.m., at La Quinta Hotel in Mission Valley. See flier for details.
   
• USD Annual Forum on the State of Counseling and Guidance in Schools
  University of San Diego’s Center for Student Support Systems presents this year’s forum: School Counseling in Times of Fiscal Crisis: Dangers and Opportunities, on Friday, Dec. 11, at the USD School of Leadership and Education Sciences. Counselors and school leaders are encouraged to attend. See flier for cost and registration information or register on-line at www.sandiego.edu/cs3.

• 2010 Inspiration Awards
  Each spring the College Board presents Inspiration Awards to three of America's most improved secondary schools, recognized for their outstanding college-preparation programs and partnerships among teachers, parents and community organizations. Awards range from $1,000-$25,000. Entry deadline is Friday, Nov. 20. See website 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.

Be sure to check Current Grant Opportunities to see a list of live grants, updated monthly.  Contact Aly Evans with questions at aevans2@sandi.net or (619) 725-5582.

• Classics for Kids
  There is still room left at the Classics for Kids Rhythm, Rhyme and Ragtime concerts on Nov. 18-19, at the Balboa Theatre downtown.  The deadline for ordering buses is Wednesday, Oct. 28. Contact Classics 4 Kids at (619) 231-2311 or visit www.classics4kids.com for more information.
  

• Environmental Grant for High School Students
  Do you know a student with an innovative solution to protect the environment? Planet Connect is looking for creative ideas and actions to fix an environmental problem in our schools and local community. A $1,000 grant and a local environmental internship are available for high school students. Visit http://www.planet-connect.org/planet-connect-grants. The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 30.
  
  
• Character Development School Poster & Essay Contest
  YMCA of San Diego County and SDG&E invite K-12 students to participate in an essay or poster contest, which asks them to write or draw about one of the YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect or responsibility.  Students are awarded based on grade level and prizes range from Zoo/Wild Animal Park season passes to a full year YMCA membership. Deadline for entries is Monday, Nov. 2. See contest information, poster contest guidelines and essay contest guidelines.

• U.S. Department of Education’s Video Contest for Students
  The U.S. Department of Education invites students to submit videos for the "I Am What I Learn!" contest. The contest asks each student to lay out the reasons education is so important to his or her future. Any student with a clear vision of where their education and career training can take them is encouraged to submit a two-minute video. Participating students have the chance to win $1,000. Visit I am what I learn for more information. The deadline for submissions is Monday, Nov. 2.
  
  
• Cash Award from the San Diego Air & Space Museum
  The San Diego Air & Space Museum is offering a $500 cash award to students who produce winning video clips reflecting what they would do to green their space. Deadline is Sunday, Nov. 8. Visit the webpage.
  

• Congressional Page Opportunity on Capitol Hill
  Congresswoman Susan Davis will select a page from the 53rd District for the upcoming 2010 spring semester, Jan. 24-June 4, 2010. Pages serve as support staff for Members of Congress, assisting Members on the floor of the House of Representatives and disseminating legislative material around the Capitol complex. Only 72 students are chosen from a nationwide pool for each term. To qualify as a House Page, applicants must be high school juniors, at least sixteen years of age, and have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.0. Pages who serve during the school year attend the House of Representatives Page School, where they continue their eleventh grade studies as well as learn about House of Representatives operations. Students can apply online for this once in a lifetime opportunity by Monday, Nov. 9.
  
  
• 13th Annual Student Writing for Literacy Essay Contest
  Students in grades 4, 8 and 10 who attend a school served by the San Diego Public Library system have until Thursday, Nov. 19, to enter the essay contest sponsored by the San Diego Public Library and San Diego Unified Library Media Teachers. For more information and an application form, contact the Friends of the Library at (619) 542-1724, or Wendy Gay at (619) 697-2024.
  

• Free Parenting Classes through Parent University
  Ballard Parent Center in Old Town will host the first quarter of free parenting classes (English | Spanish ) through Dec. 9, on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Classes include “Passport to Success,” “Raising Skilled Readers,” and “Tools for Life,” and are offered in both English and Spanish. Transportation and childcare are provided for Quarter I classes.
  

For a complete list of classes offered or to register parents, call (619) 293-4431.

• CACEE Parent Liaison/Community Coordinator Bootcamp
  The all-day bootcamp for beginner through advanced level will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Marriott Residence Inn in Manhattan Beach, CA. The focus is on best practices that work for building a parent/community center from ground level, parent involvement policies and more. See registration form for details.    

• Zamorano Fine Arts Academy Family Art Night
  On Wednesday, Oct. 28, try your hand at several low stress, high success art projects at Zamorano Fine Arts Academy’s 4th Annual Family Art Night. The event takes place from 5-7 p.m., and will include approximately 25 different activities that are budget-friendly and can be done at home. All district employees, families and community members are welcome. Visit the school website for more information.

• Crawford Blood Drive
  Crawford Educational Complex is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm.  The blood drive is open to the public. For more information, contact Rubyat Kibria at rkibria@sandi.net.

• Bayview Terrace Elementary Fall Festival
  Bayview Terrace Elementary will hold its annual Fall Festival fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 30, from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.  There will be booths, crafts, games, a cake walk, costumes, a raffle, and food.  Tickets are on sale before and after school. For more information, contact Bayview Terrace Elementary at (858) 273-5244.
  
  
• Ross Elementary Fall Festival and Carnival
  Ross Elementary School is holding a Fall Festival and Carnival on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Enjoy games, food and entertainment.  Tickets are .25 cents each.  Call the school at (858) 496-8300 for more information.
  

• Curie Elementary 31st Annual Holiday Craft Fair
  Curie Elementary School's Holiday Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This popular community event draws shoppers from all over San Diego County to peruse more than 100 crafters selling their quality hand-made holiday items, ceramics, jewelry, clothing and folk art. Also enjoy carnival games, a silent auction and cake walk. Proceeds benefit Curie PTA-sponsored programs and educational support systems. Visit http://www.curiepta.org/pta/crafters-information.

• Torch Relay for Children’s Miracle Network
  The Miles for Miracles Walk will take place on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Harbor Island Park. The Walk benefits Rady Children’s Hospital of San Diego and all funds raised will be used towards life-saving equipment and medical treatments for children in San Diego County. See flier for more information.
  

• Save A Life San Diego Community Walk
  On Sunday, Nov. 8, the 5K walk will benefit the Light for Life Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program www.yellowribbonsd.org and Survivors of Suicide Loss www.soslsd.org. The event will be held at Balboa Park at 8:30 a.m. Among 5 to 14 year olds, suicide is the fifth leading cause of death; the third leading cause of death among 15 to 24 year olds. For more information, visit http://savealifewalk.kintera.org.
  

• SDUSD Student Team Walks for Juvenile Diabetes
  Join SDUSD student John Torres (John’s Team) for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation San Diego Chapter 5K Walk to Cure Diabetes on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Thurgood Marshall College at UCSD.  Registration is free and begins at 7:30 a.m. Register online at www.jdrf.org.

• Franklin Elementary Celebrates 80 Years
  An 80th Year Celebration will be held at the school on Saturday, Nov. 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.
   
• Lindbergh Schweitzer PTA Craft Show
  The annual event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show features everything from pottery and ironwork, to jewelry and Christmas décor. See the school website for more information.
  

View upcoming events throughout the district. Campus Calendar.

Laura A. Miller, 1919-2009
Laura A. Miller taught the developmentally disabled at Fairhaven Elementary beginning 1961, until retirement in 1982, after being principal of Barton Elementary for several years.  Laura passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 8.  A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Church of the Brethren, 3850 Westgate Place, 92105.  A light lunch will be provided at 11:30 a.m. and the memorial will begin at 12:30 p.m. Contact Linda K. Williams, her daughter, at (619) 583-8454 or lwilliams@sandi.net.

Wanted

• House in Rolando: Seeking 3BR/2BA house in Rolando area of La Mesa to purchase for extended family. Pre-approved loan and a down payment. Looking for alternatives to foreclosures and bank-owned. Call Paula at (619) 277-8659.
  
  
• Men’s Bicycle: Looking to replace stolen 21-speed bike, free or low cost. Call (619) 291-8840.

For Rent

• 2 BR Condo: Point Loma Tennis Club, pool, parking and laundry.  $1,450/ month with a year lease. Call (619) 225-8342.

• Granny flat: Mount Helix area on half acre, close to Hwy 8, private driveway, view deck, patio, bath, living room and extra bedroom. $1,200/month. (619) 933-8718.  

• 4BR/2BA house in Clairemont: Upgraded, near Holmes Elementary, 2-car garage, W/D, fireplace. $2,100/month. (858) 495-0107.

Travel

• Spring Break in Paris
  Join art teachers on an 8-day trip, March 26-April 3, 2010. Round trip airfare, ground transportation, hotel, two meals a day and several top attractions and tours included. $2,300. Contact Marty Stegeman at mstegeman@sandi.net.

• Summer 2010 Scandinavian Tour
  Experience Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland and St. Petersburg, Russia on this 14-day tour. Includes air transportation, most meals, all lodging and entry fees.  $4,163. Contact Marilyn Rauser at mrauser@sandi.net.

• Summer 2010 Intensive Spanish Trip to Panama
  Enjoy 15 days and nights in Panama City. Learn Spanish, meet the people and enjoy the culture - food, music, dancing plus eco-touring.  $1,600 (pending hotel). Contact Jack Sharpe at jsharpe@sandi.net.

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