The July Post and Bid for Certificated positions will open Tuesday, July 1, and close Thursday, July 10. All certificated bargaining unit members who are employed as of July 1, 2008 are eligible to apply. For more information, see Administrative Circular 106: July Post and Bid for 2008-09 School Year . For information about staffing, contact:

• Elementary Sites
  Sonja Elston at (619) 725-8058 or Theresa Chowdhury at (619) 725-8012
  
  
• Middle/Secondary Sites
  Darin Noyes at (619) 725-8019, Connie Velazquez at (619) 725-8049, or Eileen Sandifer at (619) 725-8015

Wilson Middle School is hosting the Year-Round Summer School Program for eighth grade students recommended for retention. The session will be held July 22 through August 15. The opportunity for qualified certificated employees to apply is currently available online in the Quick Links section on the Employment website. The application deadline is today. For application information, see Administrative Circular 103    or contact Darin Noyes at dnoyes1@sandi.net or (619) 725-8019. For general information, contact Rhonda Archard at rarchard@sandi.net or (619) 725-7147.

Beginning Monday, July 7, the Instructional Media Center (IMC) and Teachers’ Media Center (TMC) will be open on weekends. Weekend hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Weekday hours will be Monday-Thursday, from 2-6 p.m. Both centers will be closed on Fridays. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of the weekend hours. More than 500,000 instructional items including books, exhibits, CD-ROMs, videos, and equipment are available. Saturday, August 23 will be the first day that materials can be checked out for the new school year. For information, call the circulation desk at (858) 496-8340, Monday-Friday, from 2-6 p.m. 

• 2009 School Counselor of the Year Nominations
  Nominations are now being accepted for the American School Counselor Association School Counselor of the Year program. This program honors the best of the best -- school counselors who are running a top-notch, comprehensive school counseling program at either the elementary, middle or high school level.  Online nominations for the 2009 award are being accepted now through September 5, 2008.

• Governor’s Spotlight Awards
  The California Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Spotlight Awards presented by the Anthem Blue Cross Foundation honors individuals, organizations and events that positively impact the physical activity and fitness levels of California’s children and youth. Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000. Spotlight Award nomination forms are available on-line at www.CalGovCouncil.org/spotlight. Individuals may nominate themselves or be nominated by others. All nominations must be submitted by Monday, June 30.

• Teachers Make a Difference Awards
  The County Office of Education and KPRI 102.1 FM have joined forces to honor San Diego teachers with a special Teachers Make a Difference Award. The award honors K-6 teachers who ignite a love of learning and enrich the lives of children. Award Recipients will be chosen monthly and Nominations are due by May 8, 2009.

• Discover Program Summer Classes
  Gain extra knowledge while earning district credits by taking a Discover Course. Check out the classes   being offered June through September. For information and to register online, visit the Discover Program website, or contact Esther Caluza at ecaluza@sandi.net or (858) 496-1887.

• Educational Technology Summer Classes
  Registration is underway for Ed Tech summer classes, which start July 7. Courses include Moodle, Using Video, Google Collaborative Tools, Using Digital Images and PowerPoint. Sign up online at http://www.edtech.sandi.net/summer08 .The last day to register is Monday, June 30.
  
  
• New Elementary Science Program
  Beginning June 12, the Science Department will be conducting trainings on the new K-5 Earth Science   curriculum. This professional development experience is geared to support teachers in planning for science in the fall. All K-5 teachers and administrators are encouraged to attend. To register, go to http://registration.sandi.net.

• Math Dept. Summer Professional Development
  Check out the Mathematics Department professional development opportunities being offered this summer. Additional courses have been added. For information, contact Venus Matos at vmatos@sandi.net or (619) 725-7313.

The Adapted Physical Education Department is a beneficiary of the upcoming La Jolla Festival of the Arts taking place June 28 and 29, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the UCSD East Campus. The cost is $10. For information, contact Becky Paradise at bparadise@sandi.net or (858) 573-5973.

• Celebration of Art
  Parents, students, staff and community members are cordially invited to attend the Zamorano Fine Arts Academy's Annual Celebration of Art on Thursday, June 26, from 5-7 p.m. The best work from the 1,200 students will be shown in the auditorium and throughout the campus. For information, call Don Masse, visual art teacher, at (619) 267-8007.

• 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 purpose 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.

View more Upcoming Events in the Events section on www.sandi.net.

• Superintendent’s Friday Notes
• 2008-09 Budget Book

Staff Bulletin is changing to a quarterly publication so employee classified ads will now be posted in Newsline. 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).

For Sale

• Antique quarter-sawn oak sideboard Mirror back. Claw feet. Perfect condition. $500 firm. Call De at (858) 673-9112.
  
  
• Caravan Portable Canopy (from COSTCO), 10 x 10, includes travel bag. $65. Call Redelle at (619) 670-7471.
  
  
• 1997 Chaparral 1830 boat. I/O 4.3L V6 205hp Mercury. 346 hrs. Galvanized trailer. Excellent cond. Original owner. $9,950. Call (619) 264-6464.
  
  
• 24 Junior Great Books: Series 3 (1992), Interpretive Activities, Teacher Edition. $50. Call Janis at (619) 770-9272.
  
  
• 45” widescreen Mitsubishi TV. Perfect condition. $300 obo. Lane coffee table and 2 matching end tables. Light Beechwood. Great condition. $300. Call Kristi at (858) 576-1687
  
  
• 2003 Toyota 4-Runner, SR5 Model. V6 4.0 liter. 32,000 miles. Like new. $17,000. Call (760) 331-8846.
  
  
• 2000 Civic LX Sedan. New brakes, tires.101,000 miles. Great condition. Must see.$6,800. Call (858) 279-6965.
  
  
• Sharp 12.0 amp upright vacuum cleaner. Runs well. $20. Beige-striped loveseat with 5 matching pillows. Excellent condition. $125. Call Frani Gallegos at (619) 295-4824 (home) or (858) 573-5703 (work).
  
  

For Rent

• 2 Bd/2 Ba Condo in Temecula. 1 car garage. W/D. Club house. Pool, jacuzzi, sauna, gym, racquetball court, security guard. Close to I-15 & 215. $1300/mo. Cell (951) 378-3622.
  
  
• 2Bd/1Ba house. New appliances/paint/carpeting. Backyard. University Heights. Desirable neighborhood. $1550/mo. Pets negotiable. Call Scott/Tony at (619) 542-1948.
  
  
• Furnished room w/ pvt. bath.  2376 Grand Avenue, Pacific Beach. Pool, Jacuzzi, Parking. $600 plus dep. Call (858) 273-5204.
  
  
• Nice 3 Bd/2 Ba custom home in Golden Hill. Gated. Tiled floors.  $1825/month. Call James at (619) 741-7452.
  
  
• Beautiful large studio condo in Mission Valley. Upstairs, refurbished.  Covered parking.  $825 month. Available 6/08.  Call (858) 204-1315.
  
  
• Black Oak Lodge, Idyllwild Vacation Getaway. Four bedrooms. Mountain views.  Book two nights -- get third night free. Call (800) 297-1410.