Board President Richard Barrera will present the 2010 State of the District address on Wednesday, March 24, at 6 p.m., at Cherokee Point Elementary School, 3735 38th St. (92105). Please mark your calendars and look for details in upcoming editions of Friday Notes. For more information, please contact Bernie Rhinerson, chief district relations officer, at (619) 725-5578.
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Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
IN THE NEWS: Astronaut urges students to reach for the stars
Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr., the first African-American to walk in space, came to Lincoln High School yesterday to inspire and encourage students to learn science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Read more from the San Diego Union-Tribune» KGTV» KFMB» Exxon-Mobile Foundation News Release»
Priority-Based Budget Process
Since the Board of Education meeting on Jan. 12, district staff has been hard at work developing a budget plan based on the following six priorities selected by the Board:
* Maintain Current Class-size
* Provide a Safe & Supportive Environment
* Provide a 21st Century Learning Environment
* Promote Diversity, Integration and Choice
* Provide a Broad-based Curriculum
* Raise the Achievement Level of All Students
In order to develop a the budget that is based on these priorities, six teams were organized to examine every budget category and department in the district. Three teams evaluated department budgets from the perspective of what was required for “minimal” operations. Three other teams looked at two of the priorities and evaluated budgets to make recommendations on how best to reflect the Board priorities with budget allocations.
This process could also be called “broad-involvement” budgeting. Over the past two weeks, the teams have dedicated numerous hours to meetings, seeking input from representatives of all departments, and holding briefings with community and labor organization representatives. The recommendations of the teams are currently being analyzed by the Finance Department and will be presented, along with the Interim Superintendent’s recommendations, at the Board’s next budget workshop on Feb. 9.
With an estimated 2010/11 budget deficit of more than $80 million, the Board once again faces very difficult budget decisions. School communities are encouraged to provide input and suggestions to the Board members as they continue their budget deliberations. The district continues to advocate in Sacramento for additional education funding and negotiate with our labor organizations about how we can develop a shared solution for a balanced budget.
The public is encouraged to attend the budget workshop on Feb. 9, at 5 p.m., at the Education Center. You can stay up-to-date with our budget challenges by visiting our website at www.sandi.net/budget.
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* Maintain Current Class-size
* Provide a Safe & Supportive Environment
* Provide a 21st Century Learning Environment
* Promote Diversity, Integration and Choice
* Provide a Broad-based Curriculum
* Raise the Achievement Level of All Students
In order to develop a the budget that is based on these priorities, six teams were organized to examine every budget category and department in the district. Three teams evaluated department budgets from the perspective of what was required for “minimal” operations. Three other teams looked at two of the priorities and evaluated budgets to make recommendations on how best to reflect the Board priorities with budget allocations.
This process could also be called “broad-involvement” budgeting. Over the past two weeks, the teams have dedicated numerous hours to meetings, seeking input from representatives of all departments, and holding briefings with community and labor organization representatives. The recommendations of the teams are currently being analyzed by the Finance Department and will be presented, along with the Interim Superintendent’s recommendations, at the Board’s next budget workshop on Feb. 9.
With an estimated 2010/11 budget deficit of more than $80 million, the Board once again faces very difficult budget decisions. School communities are encouraged to provide input and suggestions to the Board members as they continue their budget deliberations. The district continues to advocate in Sacramento for additional education funding and negotiate with our labor organizations about how we can develop a shared solution for a balanced budget.
The public is encouraged to attend the budget workshop on Feb. 9, at 5 p.m., at the Education Center. You can stay up-to-date with our budget challenges by visiting our website at www.sandi.net/budget.
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Friday, January 29, 2010
JROTC Briefs O¹Farrell Middle School
JROTC members from Lincoln High School recently visited eighth grade students at
O¹Farrell Community School, discussing the JROTC and the pathway to become
better a citizen. High school JROTC members from across the district visit middle schools to discuss the voluntary program with interested future cadets in eighth grade. For more information, please contact Col. Harry Ridge at (858) 496-8203 or hridgejr@sandi.net.
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O¹Farrell Community School, discussing the JROTC and the pathway to become
better a citizen. High school JROTC members from across the district visit middle schools to discuss the voluntary program with interested future cadets in eighth grade. For more information, please contact Col. Harry Ridge at (858) 496-8203 or hridgejr@sandi.net.
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
CTE Students at High Tech High Work with Non-Profits
High Tech High students working with Career Technical Education (CTE) teachers David Berggren and Blair Hatch adopted Non-profit Organization and created deliverables in an effort to benefit the organization and promote its mission. The Not For Profit For Change project involved ROP Multimedia Production/Engineering and Design students collaborating with representatives from organizations such as Pro Kids Golf, Ronald McDonald Charities, the New Children's Museum and the Reuben H Fleet Science Center. Promotional videos can be found at the High Tech High website and DVD's are available upon request at http://mm.hightechhigh.org/notforprofitforchange. For more information, please contact Blair Hatch at (619) 243-5041 or bhatch@hightechhigh.org.
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
IN THE NEWS: Polls Show Support for Parcel Tax
News coverage of a report on putting a parcel tax to San Diego Unified voters. The projected tax would be $98 per parcel and was endorsed by 64 percent of those polled.
- From Voice of San Diego:
San Diego Unified has been kicking around the idea of a parcel tax to raise money for schools. Last August, it hired political consultant Larry Remer to research and do outreach on the idea. Read more from Voice of San Diego» - From San Diego Union-Tribune:
Encouraged by results of a survey that shows public support for a parcel tax to generate money for the cash-strapped city school district, the Board of Education last night took a step toward putting a measure on a ballot as early as November. Read more from the San Diego Union-Tribune»
Project Making a Difference Looks at Success
A report to the Board of Education highlights successful schools in San Diego Unified. Read more.
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