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District Awards and Recognitions
2005-06
Overview
Throughout San Diego City Schools, employees in all classifications, as well as various programs, departments and services, are recognized for their exemplary commitment to the district mission of improving student achievement by supporting teaching and learning in the classroom.
Many receive special recognition outside of the district by local, state and federal organizations. We are pleased to share these special acknowledgements on behalf of all employees.
Click here for a list of recognition awards from 2004.
Certificated Staff
2005-06 Teachers of the Year
May 2005
The district's three Teachers of the Year are selected by their peers for their exemplary teaching skills, professional development activities, and contributions to the San Diego community.
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Erin McPeek, AVID Teacher
Patrick Henry High School
Senior High Level Teacher of the Year
Erin McPeek teaches English and AVID at Henry High School. Ever cheerful and positive, Erin provides the enthusiastic support that her students need to improve test scores and become lifelong learners. Students rave about her contagious energy, which inspires them to give their all. “She never gives up on her students,” says former student Nestor Rivera. Furthermore, he adds, “Ms. McPeek can really relate to student needs and problems both in school and out.”
To read Erin's full biography, click here.  |
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Phil Ensberg, Secondary Teacher
The Preuss School, UCSD
Middle Level Teacher of the Year
Phil Ensberg, a secondary teacher at The Preuss School UCSD, is making a profound impact on low-income, college-bound students, all the first in their families to attend college. His approach to teaching and learning is rooted in the belief that all students, regardless of their family income level or ethnicity, should not only have the opportunity to go to college, but also innovative methods should be used to motivate them to reach their optimal potential.
To read Phil's full biography, click here. |
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Jennifer Hunt, Special Education/Integrated Life Skills Teacher
Field Elementary School
Elementary Level Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Hunt is a Special Education/Integrated Life Skills (ILS) teacher at Field Elementary, whose dedication to all students’ learning makes her a role model for her peers and a hero for her students and their parents. When Jennifer stepped on Field’s turf four years ago, the school’s ILS program was primarily focused on “taking care” of the medically fragile children enrolled there. Since most of these students, who use wheelchairs, have limited vision, do not verbally communicate, have significant brain damage, and require frequent professional medical assistance, little was expected of them. Jennifer’s innovative outlook shed light on her students’ capacity for learning and stretched their curiosity and enthusiasm in astounding ways.
To read Jennifer's full biography, click here. |
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Wal-Mart California Teacher of the Year
September 2005
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Carmen Munnelly
Gaspar De Portola Middle School
Carmen Munnelly, an eighth-grade teacher at De Portola Middle School,
has been named Wal-Mart's statewide teacher of the year. The honor brings
a $10,000 grant for the campus, and Munnelly was presented with a one-year
membership to the professional organization Phi Delta Kappa International,
among other prizes.
First selected by her students and colleagues as Wal-Mart's local teacher of the year winner, Munnelly awas then chosen by Phi Delta Kappa International out of 194 educators throughout California as the top teacher in the state. Each state's teacher of the year winner will compete for the national title and a $25,000 school grant to be announced in November. |
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2006 Disney Teacher Award
November 2005
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Jade Pak
Nye Elementary
Cyndie Volpone
Ocean Beach Elementary
Pak, a third grade teacher at Nye Elementary, and Volpone, a fourth
grade teacher at Ocean Beach Elementary, have been nominated for the 2006
Disney Teacher Award. They join an elite group of teachers from across the
country who have been recognized by their communities. Established in 1989,
the Disney Teacher Awards program honors teachers whose approaches exemplify
creativity in teaching and who inspire a joy of learning in their students.
The honorees will be announced in late spring and celebrated at an awards
gala in July. During the gala, four honorees will be selected as Outstanding
Teachers and one will be named the 2006 Disney Teacher of the Year. |
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California League of Middle Schools Awards
December 2005
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Summer Catarius
Marston Middle School |
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Carmen Munnelly
Gaspar De Portola Middle School
Catarius, a social studies and language arts teacher, and, Munnelly, a social studies teacher, were nominated for the California League of Middle School’s Educator of the Year Award. The two were honored at a dinner on December 13 for being selected among of the 10 best middle school teachers in San Diego County.
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2005-06 School Nurse of the Year, San Diego/Imperial Section, California School Nurse’s Association
November 2005
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Susan
Efting, RN
Patrick Henry High School Nurse Athletics
for San Diego City Schools
Susan has been selected the School Nurse of the Year 2005-06 for
the San Diego/Imperial section of the California School Nurse’s Organization (CSNO). Susan has been the school nurse at Patrick Henry since 1996 and has been with SDCS since 1989. Susan’s numerous accomplishments, sincere dedication, and tireless service to her school and community are remarkable. She is the health professional on campus and an advocate for her students and families. Her philosophy of school health is rooted in prevention, support and education. Susan has implemented three award winning programs at Patrick Henry, which have had a positive impact on health teaching and prevention in the community. |
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California Music Educators Association - Southern Border Section (CMEA-SBS)
High School Administrator of the Year
March 2006
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Liz Laughlin
Principal, School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA)
This award honors a school administrator who has contributed powerfully to the support of music education. |
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Classified Staff
Classified Man and Woman of the Year
May 2005
The district's Classified Man and Woman of the Year are recognized for their exemplary contributions as support staff in our schools.
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Joe Florentino, School Police Services
Madison High School
Classified Man of the Year
Joe Florentino is a San Diego City Schools Detective who is assigned to Madison High School. A “Jack of all trades,” Joe is a friend, a leader, a writer and more to his school community and is always looking for opportunities to help make San Diego City Schools a great place to work and learn. Some of his accomplishments include writing operating instructions for the School Emergency Response Team and drafting grant proposals. Joe is also a key member of the district’s Weapons Committee.
To read Joe's full biography, click here.
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Lisa
Hannaman, Childcare Assistant
Alcott Elementary Infant Program
Classified Woman of the Year
Lisa Hannaman, a Childcare Assistant with the Alcott Infant Program, is a true inspiration to all who meet her. As her coworkers note, "You can learn a lot from those who have much to overcome." Lisa, who was born with Downs Syndrome, is accomplished in more ways than one and is a caring, thoughtful and dedicated individual. Her skills, compassion and competency give parents hope that their child will lead a productive and happy life, and Lisa is proof of it!
To read Lisa's full biography, click here.
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KPBS Local Hero Award
September 2005
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Macedonio Arteaga Jr., Race/Human Relations & Advocacy
Macedonio received the Local Hero Award as part of Hispanic Heritage Month for his work with Izcalli, a program promoting self-esteem and self-determination through arts and culture for Chicano and Native American youth in San Diego.To read his bio and watch a segment that aired on KPBS, click here. |
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San Diego Metropolitan Magazine "Forty Under Forty"
August 2005
Through community nominations from their readers and an independent panel
of judges, the San Diego Metropolitan magazine recognizes outstanding contributors
to the community with this prestigious annual award.
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Kerry Flanagan, Chief of Staff
Kerry was named one of San Diego Metropolitan Magazine's "40 Under 40" for 2005. The annual list recognizes the region's young business and civic leaders. Flanagan was honored as the third-hights ranking woman in the district.
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School Sites
2006 California Distinguished Schools
April 2006
Five elementary schools were selected Distinguished Schools by the California School Recognition programs for their high test scores, parent participation and learning environment.
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Benchley-Weinberger Elementary
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Doyle
Elementary
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Hickman Elementary
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KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy
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Silver Gate Elementary School
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America's Best High Schools
April 2006
Newsweek magazine named 14 of our high schools to its annual list of America’s Best High Schools. These schools
ranked by Newsweek have the greatest number of students taking Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate
tests, compared to the number of graduating seniors.
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San
Diego High School of International Studies |
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School
of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) |
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Mira Mesa
High School |
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Point
Loma High School |
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Serra High
School |
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Mission Bay
High School |
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La Jolla
High School |
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Madison High
School |
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University
City High School |
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Clairemont
High School |
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Scripps Ranch
High School |
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John Muir
School |
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Patrick Henry
High School |
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Gompers High
School |
California’s Schools to Watch–Taking Center Stage
February 2006
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De Portola Middle School
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O’Connell has
announced the names of four middle schools, including De Portola
Middle School, designated as California’s 2006 Schools to Watch—Taking
Center Stage model middle schools. The designated schools have
replicable practices in academic excellence, responsiveness
to the developmental needs of young adolescents, fair and equitable
education for all students, and organizational processes and
procedures that foster and sustain academic growth.
The minimum eligibility criteria for this year’s designees was to have attained
a 2004 Base Academic Performance Index (API) of at least 696
(the state’s median API in 2004 for middle schools) or meet
all API growth targets for the previous three years. In addition
to these indicators of academic growth, the schools conducted
an extensive self-study, completed a narrative application,
and hosted a visitation team to their site. Designated models
have strong articulated practices for diverse student populations
that other middle schools can replicate. To read the California
Department of Education press release visit http://www.cde.ca.gov/nr/ne/yr06/yr06rel18.asp.
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2005 California Awards for Performance Excellence (CAPE)
February 2006
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Charter School of San Diego
The Charter School of San Diego was one of 17 companies and
organizations to receive the prestigious 2005 California
Awards for Performance Excellence (CAPE) from the California
Council for Excellence (CCE). The award program, which
emulates the Malcolm Baldrige National Award, recognizes
companies and organizations that demonstrate continuous
improvement and superior performance in several key business
areas including leadership, customer focus, strategic planning,
human resources, and business results. In addition to the
Charter School of San Diego, top recipients include such
industry standards as Boeing's Air Force Systems, Sharp
Healthcare and the American Association of Critical Care
Nurses. Read the California Council for Excellence news
release for more details. |
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Best Buy te@ch Awards
January 2006
Best Buy te@ch Awards recognize schools and teachers who make learning fun by integrating interactive technology into the curriculum. Thousands of schools from across the country apply. The following SDCS sites received a Best Buy te@ch Award:
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Kumeyaay
Elementary
$15,000 Regional te@ch Award |
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Lindbergh
Schweitzer Elementary
$2,500 te@ch Award |
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Miramar Ranch Elementary
$2,500 te@ch Award |
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Wilson
Middle School
$2,500 te@ch Award |
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Crawford Educational Complex-Multimedia & Visual School
$2,500 te@ch Award |
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Title I Academic Achievement Award
2006
Title I Academic Achievement Awards are a distinction awarded to Title I schools that meet very selective poverty
level and test score improvement specifications. The program identifies and recognizes Title I schools with demonstrated
success in significantly closing the achievement gap between high and low-performing students.
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Bethune Elementary
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Chesterton Elementary
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Doyle Elementary
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Ericson Elementary
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Fletcher Elementary
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Florence Elementary
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Hancock Elementary
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Hardy Elementary
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Jones Elementary
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Lindbergh-Schweitzer Elementary
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Mason Elementary
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Nye Elementary
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Ocean Beach Elementary
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Paradise Hills Elementary
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Penn Elementary
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Perry Elementary
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Preuss School UCSD Elementary
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Sequoia Elementary**
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Vista Grande Elementary
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Webster Elementary
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Wegeforth Elementary
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Zamorano Elementary
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| **Two asterisks indicate the number of years each school has received the AAA award within a three-year period. |
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Departments & Programs
Public Relations Society of America - San Diego Chapter 2005 Mark of Excellence Silver Bernays Award
October 2005
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Proposition MM Communications Program
Public Relations Society of America's (PRSA) San Diego Chapter gave the Mark of Excellence Silver Bernays Award to the Proposition MM Communications Program for being the best public relations program for a non-profit/government organization in San Diego. The award recognizes superior practices in the research, planning, execution and evaluation of a communications program. Proposition MM was recognized for its comprehensive approach to informing the community of progress; involving the community in critical decisions; and effectively integrating broad strategies including media exposure, special events, issues management and community relations. The awards program is the public relations industry's highest form of recognition in the San Diego region. |
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Blue Ribbon Schools Program
November 2005
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Dewey Elementary
Dewey is one of only three county schools nominated by State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jack O’Connell, for consideration by the U.S. Department of Education as a national model of excellence. Dewey, in the Midway District, is among 35 California public schools nominated by O’Connell for the 2006 No Child Left Behind-Blue Ribbon Schools Program. A school can qualify for the honor when more than 40 percent of its students are from low-income families and its math and English test scores rank in the top 40 percent statewide. |
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- The 2005 Flex Your Power Award
- Collaborative for High Performance (CHPS) Designation
- Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star Leader award
Facilities Management/Energy & Utility Management Unit
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Flex Your Power is California’s statewide energy efficiency campaign. The award is given to only 35 organizations statewide. |
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The district has been working closely with SDG&E’s Savings by Design program to design new schools that outperform California’s tough energy standards by 30 percent to obtain the CHPS designation. |
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The Energy Star Leader is awarded for consistently exceeding strict energy efficiency criteria and places the school district in the top 200 organizations in the nation for implementing cutting-edge energy conservation efforts. |
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Contact Information
If you know of a recent recognition, please contact Linda Zintz
in the Communications Department at (619) 725-5568 or lzintz@sandi.net.
Recognitions must meet the following criteria for mention:
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Awards can be for individual employees, school sites, departments or the district as a whole. |
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Awards must be from a district-, state- or national-level organization or affiliation reflecting exemplary professional skill or contribution. |
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Award date can
be no earlier than July 1, 2005. |
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Submissions must include supporting documentation such as links to press coverage, a news article or an organization's award recognition letter. |
Awards are subject to verification and approval before posting.
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