The official report date for school administrators is this Friday, August 22. All contract teachers report on Wednesday, August 27. Tuesday, September 2, is the first day of school for students.
Education Center Clean Up Day
Ed Center staff are encouraged to participate in a Clean Up Day, sponsored by the building committee, on Thursday, August 28. Cleaning supplies will be provided and Rich Sheldon will coordinate extra crews for emptying bins and picking up items from offices, such as recycling, furniture, Cor-O-Van boxes, etc. Beverages and snacks will be provided for all participants. For more information, please contact Mary Ann Bakowicz at mbakowicz@sandi.net or (619) 725-7660.
Food Services Department Updates
Meal Applications - The 2008-09 Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application packets were distributed to year-round and summer school sites in July; traditional sites will be delivered August 21-22. This is a “Household” application and Food Services only need to receive one meal application per household, regardless of what SDUSD site the children attend (the only exception to this is for Foster and Group Home children – they will still need individual meal applications). Applications also include a Student Enrollment Report-Contact Sheet to be completed and faxed to Food Services in order to set up the email report for each school. The student enrollment report will allow schools to check application and eligibility status on each student.
Pin Number Cards - Student Pin Number Cards will be distributed to elementary schools only. Secondary schools will need to print the Pin Numbers on the Student Schedules; Pin Numbers are then downloaded into Zangle. New Pin Numbers will be updated in Zangle by August 26th for students who have transferred from another school site, or new students that have been enrolled in Zangle.
PayPAMS - Parents will be able to access their child’s cafeteria account online and over the phone to make payments by using a MasterCard/Visa/Discover card. Parents can access their child’s account by going to www.sandi.net/food and clicking on ‘Prepayment for Meals’ and link to www.PayPAMS.com – or by calling the automated telephone service at (888) 994-5100. Parents will need their child’s Student I.D. Number to set-up the account. Payments take three business days to update in the school’s cafeteria system.
For questions or more information on meal applications, pin numbers or PayPAMS, please contact the Food Services Central Office at (858) 627-7328.
Update e-Pro “Ship To” Address
e-Pro requestors who have relocated to a different work location need to submit a DWA Security Request to update their default “Ship To” address when creating an e-Pro requisition. Insert your new “Ship To” address on the DWA Security Request in the “User Request Details” field. This update is especially important when ordering from Office Depot and other Direct Connect vendors. For information, contact Art Hanby at ahanby@sandi.net.
IMC School Materials Available for Check-out August 23
Saturday, August 23, will be the first day that Instructional Media Center and Teachers’ Media Center materials can be checked out for the new school year. The centers are now open on weekends: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Weekday hours will be Monday-Thursday, from 2-6 p.m. Both centers will be closed on Fridays. More than 500,000 instructional items including books, exhibits, CD-ROMs, videos, and equipment are available. For information, call the circulation desk at (858) 496-8340, Monday-Friday, from 2-6 p.m.
Mainly Mozart Living Composers Assembly Programs
Mainly Mozart Living Composers assembly programs are a cost-effective classical music experience for students. Not only do children in the audience learn who Mozart and Beethoven are and gain exposure to their music – they also learn to enjoy classical music through a humorous pantomime format that brings history and music to a child’s level, allowing them to form a positive foundation for future music appreciation. Assemblies can now be booked for Fall 2008/Spring 2009. Cost ranges from $295 for one performance to $550 for three same-day performances. For more information, see (attached flyer).
Professional Development
Earth Science (K-5) Make-up Day Teachers who did not attend the FOSS Earth Science June/July training can attend a make-up session
on Thursday, August 28, from 9-11a.m., or noon-2 p.m. Register at http://registration.sandi.net. For information, contact the Science Department at (619) 725-7315.
Discover Program – Fall/Winter Sessions Would you like to share your knowledge and expertise with other professionals and earn extra income? The Discover Program is seeking instructors to develop and teach classes to certificated and classified employees during the 2008-09 Fall and Winter Sessions (Oct. 2008 – March 2009) and throughout the year. Instructors are paid at a rate of $45.29 per hour for teaching time and $30.57 for preparation time spent outside of assigned workday. For information contact Esther Caluza at 858.496.1897 or email ecaluza@sandi.net.
Discover Program Course Offerings The Discover Program's September professional development and training opportunities offering district credits include Garden Design/ Project Based-Part 1 and 2, September 11-16, Thu./Sat./Tue. and Basic Life Support CPR and First Aid, September 22-23, Mon.-Tue. Don't forget to check out ‘Staff Development’ for more content area department course offerings throughout the 2008-09 school year. The Fall Sessions will begin in October. Courses are being posted to the web site daily. To view course descriptions and to register online, go to the Discover Program website. Classes are held based on registrations received. Register early to avoid future class cancellations. For information contact Esther Caluza at 858.496.1897 or email ecaluza@sandi.net. Discover Staff Development link
Secondary School Dance Teachers Wanted
If you or someone you know is interested in teaching dance at the secondary school level, please see the attached information regarding the August 26 VAPA Kick-Off Event. Dance teachers assigned to VAPA courses will receive a $50 stipend. All others are welcome to attend this training free of charge. Reservations are required. For more information, please contact the Visual and Performing Arts Department (VAPA) at (858) 539-5349.
Upcoming Events
Crown Point Enrollment Day Crown Point Junior Music Academy, the first public school in San Diego County to feature the world-renowned Suzuki violin music program, is having a special enrollment day
on Thursday, August 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free Kids Day The San Diego Unified Police Department and STAR/PAL are organizing a Free Kids Day on Wednesday, August 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Colina Park. Activities include a soccer clinic, golf, swimming and a barbeque lunch. The event is free to the first 100 kids, ages 9-13 years, who turn in a waiver. (flyer) For information, contact Det. Dana Ellis at dellis1@sandi.net or (619) 725-7010.
New ERAA Back to School Conference & Festival The New Everybody Recommitting to Academic Achievement Conference (ERAA) is holding its fourth annual Back-to-School Conference & Festival on Saturday, August 23, at Lincoln High School. The theme of this free conference is “Students Achieving and Succeeding” and its goal is to help parents and students activate their knowledge, skills, and resources to work together to achieve and succeed. Students attending the conference will receive a free backpack with school supplies. For information and to register, contact Pazzaz at (619) 264 -6870, or (619) 725 -5610.
KSWB Morning News
Upcoming - August 20, 2008
Barnard Elementary Mandarin Chinese Magnet Program to be featured with an in-studio appearance by new principal, Edward Park, parents and students demonstrating the art of Chinese calligraphy.
KSWB and KUSI Morning News
August 13, 2008
Announcing Crown Point Junior Music Academy with in-studio appearances by Barbara Boone, principal, Steve Luchs, Instrumental Music Teacher, John-Michael Brooks, SCPA student and award-winning musician – age 17, and Luna Joshi, Suzuki violinist and special guest – age 7.
San Diego Union-Tribune
August 15, 2008 State exam scores are up for local students | Federal standards may temper gains http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20080815/news_1n15star.html
San Diego County students showed gains on the state's latest standardized academic exams, exceeding state averages in math, English and other subjects.
San Diego Union-Tribune
August 15, 2008 A dose of experience | Student interns learn ropes at 2 hospitals http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/business/20080815-9999-1b15interns.html
Lili Ean looked the part in her scrubs and tennis shoes, her security badge swinging on her chest.
Yamaha Wave Runner, 760cc, 90 HP, with trailer and accessories. Very reliable. Always covered or garaged. $1,875. Call (619) 977 5439.
Custom new homes. 3BR/2½ BA, 2-car garage. Central San Diego. Upgraded appliances, fenced, view. $359,000 each. Help with financing. Call (619) 729-1205.
House in Tecate, Baja Mexico. 4BR/ 2BA, 2story. $80,000. Call (619) 274-2658.
Garage Sale, Pacific Beach, 4211 Morrell St. Saturday, August 30, 2008 from 7:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Tools, Antiques, TV, Clothes and loads more.
2 BD, 1 1/2 BA Manufactured Home with Beautiful Lake view, Double Wide with Kitchen, Living room, Dining room, Laundry area,
Large Master bedroom with double closets.
Please respond by phone only. Call (760) 739-5451.
For Rent
Custom new homes. 3BR/2½ BA, 2-car garage. Central San Diego. Upgraded appliances, fenced, view. $2,000/mo. Ask me about lease to own. Call (619) 729-1205.
Room in 3BR/2BA House. Share a bathroom. Quiet neighborhood in Allied Gardens w/lots of storage. $670/mo + utilities. Call (858) 829-9609.
Condo. 1 BR. OB/Pt.Loma area. Gated, Pool, Tennis. Water included. No Dogs. $1100/mo. Avail. Sept. 1. Call (619) 991-4933.
Travel
Carpool. Temecula area to Mira Mesa area, M-F, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (951) 378-3622.
Join the Roosevelt Middle School staff on a Thanksgiving Holiday to Bangkok, Thailand. Nov. 22-29. $1350 includes R/T air from LAX, 1st class hotel, breakfast and 1 city tour. For information, contact Sandra Boe at sboe@sandi.net. Deadline is Monday, September 15.
Classified ads are accepted from district employees only. 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).
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