Marshall Middle, 9700 Avenue of Nations, 92131. (858) 549-5400
Lincoln High, 4777 Imperial Ave., 92113. (619) 266-6500
Public Forum on NCLB Slated for Tonight
A public forum, sponsored by SDUSD and Congresswoman Susan Davis, to address key issues involving No Child Left Behind
is being held tonight, August 27, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., in the San Diego High Educational Complex MVA Performing Arts
Theater. Panelists include Superintendent Carl Cohn, County Superintendent Randolph Ward, as well as representatives
from other districts, the PTA, and SDEA. Parents, educators and community members are encouraged to attend. For
information, contact Government Relations at (619) 725-7087.
All Office Depot “Approvers” or
“Requesters” are invited to attend an upcoming refresher course about online ordering. Sessions will be held on
Fridays, August 31, September 14 and 21, from 2 to 3 p.m., in the Education Center auditorium. For information,
contact John Groll at jgroll@sandi.net or (858) 522-5821.
Lend a Hand
Wilson Middle School will receive a
$35,000 makeover as part of Volunteer San Diego’s annual
Hands
On San Diego event. Wilson was one of seven school projects nationwide chosen to be a part of Hands On Schools
2007, a new program that aims to reestablish schools as the focal points of communities. Wilson’s transformation
will take place September 22 and 23. Hundreds of volunteers are needed, especially on Sunday, to complete tasks
such as painting the buildings, planting new landscape and beautifying the fence and field areas. For information
and to volunteer, visit www.volunteersandiego.org.
Professional Development
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September Discover Program Courses Art,
Media, and Techniques for the Classroom (1 credit) Wednesdays, September 12-October 24, from 4 – 6 p.m., at Mission Bay
High School Course provides hands on opportunity for instructors to learn the basic elements and principles of design. Emphasis will be on developing fine art lesson plans that use a variety of materials and follow the California State Visual Art Standards.
The Art
of a Creative Kindergarten/1st Grade Classroom: Projects and Strategies for the Literacy Block (1 credit) Wednesdays, September
12-November 7, from 4 - 7 p.m., at the IMC.
Learn how to incorporate the visual arts into the K/1st grade literacy block. Activities are teacher-friendly and
based on California Standards for the Teaching Profession and Katie Wood Ray’s About the Authors, Writing Workshop
with our Youngest Writers.
BTSA Offers Help to Obtain Professional Clear Credential
All new and out-of-state teachers who need to obtain a
professional clear credential and all new Level I Special Education teachers should plan to attend a
Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment (BTSA) Induction Office Open House
on either Wednesday, September 5, or Thursday, September 6, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the
Instructional Media Center (IMC), Building G. For information, contact BTSA at (858) 496-1861.
Funding Opportunities
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2008 Best Buy Teach Awards
Applications are now available for the 2008 Best Buy Teach Awards,
which reward innovative use of technology in K-12 classrooms. This year, more than 1,500 schools will receive Teach Awards
of $2,000 to $10,000. Last year, San Diego Unified received the $250,000 National Best Buy Teach Award. The deadline to
submit an application is September 30. For information and an application, visit
https://bestbuyteach.scholarshipamerica.org/ .
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Awards of Up to $500 for Unique Classroom Teachers The Kids in Needs Foundation offers $100 to $500 in funding
opportunities for K-12 classroom teachers who have innovative, commendable ideas. Applications are available online
through Sunday, September 30. For information, visit www.kidsinneed.net .
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$1,000 Awards for Innovative Math, Science Programs
The mission of Toshiba America Foundation is to promote quality science and mathematics education in U.S. schools.
K-6 teachers are eligible to apply to the Grants
Program for Science & Math Education.
The application deadline is Monday, October 1.
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AAPT High School Physics Teacher Grant
The American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) High School Physics
Grant is designed to encourage teachers to experiment and improve their teaching practices. Awards range from $100
to $500. The application deadline is Thursday, November 1.
Upcoming Events
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An Evening with Jonathan Kozol Event is CANCELLED
The event featuring Jonathan Kozol scheduled for tonight, August 27, at 7 p.m., has been cancelled and will be
rescheduled at a later date. For information, contact (619) 573-6330 or eciac@sdcoe.net .
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Marshall Middle School Open House
The new Thurgood Marshall Middle School, which opens its doors to students on September 4, is having an open house
for the community on Tuesday, August 28, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The school’s address is 9700 Avenue of Nations and
is accessed via Pomerado Road in Scripps Ranch. For information, call (858) 549-5400.
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Breast Cancer Education Summit for SDUSD Employees
Cadman Principal and ten-year breast cancer survivor Jackie McCabe is hosting a Breast Cancer Education Summit for
district employees on Tuesday, September 18, from 4 to 5 p.m., at Cadman Elementary. RSVP by Friday, September 14, to
(619) 682-7445 or MakingStridesSanDiego@cancer.org.
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Lincoln High School Grand Re-Opening
Lincoln High School celebrates its return to glory with a dedication and ribbon-cutting
ceremony
on Saturday, September 29, from 9 a.m. to noon. Students, parents, staff and community members are invited to
celebration on rebuilt campus located at 4777 Imperial Avenue, San Diego, 92113. For information, call (619)
725-5588.
In the News
The August 22 edition of
the San Diego Union-Tribune featured stories about two unique programs in San Diego Unified. One
article highlighted the new
Mandarin Chinese language programs beginning this fall. Barnard Elementary is opening the district's first Mandarin
Chinese magnet program and the School of Business at San Diego High will offer Mandarin classes for the first time
when school begins.
The second article
focused on the gardening projects at Crawford and Morse High Schools that teach urban teens how to grow and prepare
their own healthful foods.
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