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December 2006
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Partnerships in Education:
Still Going Strong after 25 Years

A member of the Coast Guard reading to a class The San Diego Unified School District’s Partnerships in Education (PIE) program has a great deal to celebrate. The program marks its 25th anniversary this year with a record-breaking 1,541 partnerships. PIE plays a key role in the goal to strengthen parent, community, business and higher education support on our road to becoming America’s best.

Established in 1982, this award-winning program cultivates collaborative arrangements between our schools and organizations including businesses, government agencies, military commands, and service, educational and cultural community organizations. Under the outstanding leadership and guidance of the SDUSD Community Relations Department, the PIE program is one of the district’s most enduring.

On Tuesday, November 14, the Board of Education formally ratified 107 new partnerships. In addition to ratifying new partnerships, the board recognized thirteen exemplary partnerships. IBM, SPAWAR Detach, San Diego City College, Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light, San Diego County Dental Society, Homecomings Financial, Carrillo Credit Union, Athletes for Education Foundation, California School Fitness, the City of San Diego Metropolitan Wastewater Department, Sunrise San Diego Optimist Club, UCSD and Vulcan Materials Company were honored, along with their partner schools and programs, for the difference they are making in the lives of our students.

Partnerships focus on human resources rather than the donation of funds. The success of the program thrives by providing business and community organizations an opportunity to:
  • Take an active role in the business of educating our students;
  • Gain a working knowledge of public education today; and
  • Ensure a brighter future for our students, the San Diego community and the nation.
“The Partnerships in Education Program forges relationships that are built upon a shared vision, shared values, mutual needs and a passion to make a difference in the lives of students,” said Janet Delaney, Community Relations Director. “It is my hope that our Partnerships Program represents a win-win relationship for the schools and the San Diego community.”

More than 22,000 volunteers, including partners, share their talents and expertise by participating in a myriad of school activities designed to enhance the education experience. Parents, business/community members, college students, K-12 students, senior citizens and others open their hearts and their minds to help our students. They represent the many diverse economic, social, racial, religious and educational backgrounds within the San Diego community. According to the latest figures, these volunteers logged more than 676,000 volunteer hours, valued at more than $11.8 million. (The 2004 monetary value of one hour of volunteer time was $17.55, established by the Independent Sector, Washington, D.C.) To learn more, go the Partnerships in Education website.
Athletics Partner in Education
Partnerships in education can take many forms. Program partners work with district departments, such as the Physical Education, Health and Athletics Department, and can provide support to schools and students throughout the district. The Athletes for Education (AFE) Foundation and California School Fitness were recently honored by the Board of Education as exemplary partners.

Save the Date: The 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Partnerships in Education program will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2007, from 4 to 6 p.m., at SeaWorld Adventure Park.
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