Three Schools in San Diego Unified Named to 2018 List of America’s Healthiest Schools
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Schools to be honored with national award for promoting healthy eating and physical activity.
Edison Elementary, Kimbrough Elementary and Rowan Elementary have made the Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s 2018 list of America’s Healthiest Schools by achieving the Bronze Award for making changes that promote healthier eating and physical activity for students and staff. They join Rosa Parks Elementary and Alice Birney Elementary schools, which received the America’s Healthiest Schools Bronze Award in 2017.
These awards were granted by Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s Healthy Schools Program, an evidence-based national initiative to create healthier school environments where children can thrive. Healthier Generation recognizes schools that meet or exceed stringent standards set by its Healthy Schools Program for serving healthier meals and snacks, getting students moving more, offering high-quality physical and health education and empowering school leaders to become healthy role models.
San Diego Unified School District formally launched a districtwide Wellness Initiative in Fall of 2016 to support the health and well-being of our district’s students, staff and families. These awards demonstrate our schools’ commitment to fostering the health of our students and staff. Aside from home, school is the place where kids spend most of their time, making healthy schools vital to preparing students for success. Studies show that healthy students perform better on tests, get better grades, attend school more often and behave better in class.
Any school can sign up to receive the support of the Healthy Schools Program’s resources, tools, and national experts at no cost. To learn more about the Alliance for a Healthier Generation’s Healthy Schools Program, visit schools.healthiergeneration.org.
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John Lewis Brings History to Life at Morse High School
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In their U.S. history-social science and art classes, Morse juniors read March, a graphic memoir of Congressman John Lewis, a pivotal leader in the Civil Rights Movement and the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Morse art students used the graphic novel as an inspiration to create artwork and Morse juniors and seniors pre-registered or registered to vote, or took a pledge to do so when they become eligible.
The week included classroom visits from the Union Tribune and culminated in an assembly where the three authors of March, John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell, spoke to the students about their lives, the graphic novel, and their individual paths, as well as how they came together to write March and the other two books from the trilogy.
Morse students were incredibly attentive as they heard from several dignitaries including Trustee Dr. Sharon Whitehurst-Payne, Superintendent Cindy Marten, Secretary Alex Padilla who presented the authors with a certificate of Honor from the State of California, and Congresswoman Susan Davis. Additionally, Morse students presented the authors with a beautiful painting and cards inspired by March.
Tears were shed by many and inspiration was felt by all during this memorable event that is sure to stay with students as a highlight in their high school memories at Morse. Read more: Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Recounts Personal Experiences, Encourages Students to Vote in Visit to Morse High and in the San Diego Union Tribune: John Lewis urges students to vote and protect immigrant rights during Morse High visit
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Thank you Parents and Department of Defense - Project Lead the Way at Miller Elementary School
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Students at Miller Elementary School in Tierrasanta are engaged with Project Lead The Way and the Design Process. TK-5th grade teachers have been undergoing training in PLTW Launch program and the NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards.This training has empowered Miller’s Teachers to take STEAM to a whole new level at their school.
PLTW has brought a hands on learning approach to Miller, engaging teachers, students and community member. Teachers have been planning and will soon be co-teaching lessons together. Parents and community members have been volunteering in classrooms, organizing supplies, speaking to students about their STEAM professions and working hand in hand with students. Students are excited to begin their learning about the Science of Flight, Energy and Collisions and Robotics.
One great thing about STEAM and PLTW is collaboration. Students work together asking questions about the real world and to solve problems. As part of this work they will create and revise models using the engineering design process. Miller is fostering a learning environment that encourages teachers and students to take chances and solve problems together.
Miller is one of several schools who are implementing PLTW Launch through a Department of Defense grant. Elementary schools included in this grant are: Cabrillo, Hancock, Miramar Ranch, Perry and Vista Grande.
Miller will be hosting a 4th and 5th grade teacher VEX robotics training and collaboration for all schools later in October. This training is designed to empower teachers as they support students on their journey to become future leaders in STEAM.
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San Diego Leading The Way In Master Schedule Development
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In the September 2018 issue of Principal Leadership magazine, Roosevelt International Middle School (RIMS) Principal Christina Casillas explains how she uses a new master scheduling solution from Abl to address equity and access. Principal Casillas is working hard to reduce “shadow tracking” so every student at RIMS has access to rigorous, high-quality instruction and gets the individualized support they need to succeed.
During the 2017-18 school year, Principal Casillas and her team worked with Abl’s online scheduling platform and expert coaches to maximize student choice without sacrificing diversity, ensuring that “each classroom remains diverse enough so that students can learn from each other, and with each other.”
Hoover High School was also a part of the Abl pilot and we will be adding several more schools this year. |
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Apprenticeship Career Expo
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On Thursday September 27th, 180 students from CTE programs at Crawford, Lincoln, Morse, Hoover, Twain and San Diego High participated in Dr. Shirley Weber’s 79th Assembly District Vocational Training & Apprenticeship Programs Career Expo. The event was held at the San Diego Continuing Education –Educational Cultural Complex on Ocean View. Students were given a tour of the facility and their Vocational Training Programs. In addition, vendors from all the local Trades where there to showcase their apprenticeship training programs and many of the students participated in hands on activities.
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Marshall Teacher Selected Music Educator of the Year
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Thurgood Marshall Middle School’s band and orchestra director, Cameron Brown, has been selected by the California Music Educators' Association as Middle School Music Educator of the Year for the 2017-18 school year. Cameron will be officially recognized at the awards gala in January 2019.
Congratulations, Cameron on earning this recognition and representing Thurgood Marshall Middle School!
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Supporting Healthy Habits
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Millennial Tech Middle is supporting healthy habits by providing onsite dental care. Adolescents do not always prioritize caring for their teeth. Many consume candy and sugary drinks throughout the day which can cause cavities. Knowing that prompted MTM to partner with Cavity Prevention Program. September 24-26 nurses visited MTM and serviced 75 students. MTM students received free teeth cleaning, fluoride, x-rays, and sealants. The nurses are even able to share information with the student’s family dentist if additional care is needed. It is the hope of both the school and the nurses from Cavity Prevention Program that these services will decrease cavities and promote ongoing dental care. A big, white smile goes out to MTM!
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Focusing on Community Impact at Montgomery Middle STEAM Magnet
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This year, Montgomery Middle STEAM Magnet students will be participating in cross-curricular projects focused on impacting their school and Linda Vista communities. Grade level teacher teams have been collaborating to map out their curriculum and student projects for this school year. Through Project Based Learning, students will design a real-world product and exhibit their learning to the community through school-wide showcases. The hope of Montgomery Middle teachers is that the thoughtful design of learning that they are engaging in will have a lasting impact on their students, the school and Linda Vista communities.
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Architecture in Polynomials
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Students in Ms. Vadais’ Math 3 classes at Mission Bay High School got to design a floor plan for their dream homes with a backyard pool, all while using polynomials. While students constructed 2- and 3-dimensional figures, they used polynomial expressions and equations to model maximum surface area and square footage of their dream house. Way to make higher-level math applicable to the real world, Bucs!
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/09/architecture-in-polynomials.html
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Healthy in Body, Mind and Spirit at Lincoln
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Students need to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit in order to learn successfully. Lincoln High’s Wellness Center helps student learners engage the whole body experience in education. The Wellness Center recognizes the link between physical and emotional health and academic success, providing students with multitudes of opportunities, including communal art.
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/09/healthy-in-body-mind-and-spirit-at.html
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AVID Strategies and Math - a Perfect Fit!
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Students at Serra High School are using AVID Strategies to organize their learning across their classes! When you walk into math classes on campus you will see and hear - - - lots of students having conversations, reading problems, finding and creating evidence, and writing Cornell Notes. Math students at Serra High School can not only do math calculations, they can talk and write about how they arrived at their answers and explain their reasoning! At the end of the period, they summarize their learning at the bottom of their notes. No rote memorization for Conquistadors! Supportive sentence frames help them talk about their claims, evidence, and reasoning. Serra students are getting a deep understanding of math and integrating literacy along the way! Go brown and gold!
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/10/avid-strategies-and-math-perfect-fit.html
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Students Speak Up
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English teachers from across the district took time out of their professional development this week to learn from the real experts: students! How do you learn best? What do you wish teachers understood better? What makes for an effective teacher? Our panel of Mission Bay students pulled no punches! They explained that their favorite teachers are the ones who really take the time to get to know them. One senior emphasized the importance of having teachers show examples of what they are looking for so that they can do their best work. But they also want teachers to give them responsibility to figure things out on their own, even better if they have a small group of students to help out. The teachers were inspired by such honest, helpful feedback. Thanks Buccaneers!
https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2018/10/students-speak-up.html
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Next level: 2018-19 Athletes Who Will Compete in College
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San Diego Section high school athletes for 2018-19 headed to next level- Click Here for UT Article
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Serra Sets Win Record, Earns Field Hockey Title
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Click here to read the article in the UT.
Click here for the story on KUSI.
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IMIN After School Programs
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Learn about all the afterschool activities happening at Clairemont, Crawford, Garfield, Hoover, Kearny, Lincoln, Madison, Mission Bay, Morse, Point Loma, SDSCPA, San Diego High, Serra and Twain.
Click here for the latest IMIN Newsletter. |
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Save the Date: Positive School Climate Fair
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| STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES |
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Opportunity for Young Women Interested in Computers and Technology
All high school women in 9th -12th grade who have aspirations in computing and technology are encouraged to apply for NCWIT's Aspirations in Computing Award. Award recipients of the AiC Award receive exclusive access to scholarships, internships, and job opportunities all across the nation as well as prizes, trophies, and swag during the local NCWIT Ceremony in the spring.
Deadline to start an application is November 5th
Deadline for parent approval and educator endorsements is November 12th
Learn more at: https://www.aspirations.org/?mc_cid=d309173b30&mc_eid=c34be7d28f The National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Aspirations in Computing (AiC) provides a long-term community for female technologists, from K-12 through higher education and beyond, encouraging persistence in computing through continuous engagement and ongoing encouragement at each pivotal stage of their educational and professional development. |
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Candidate Forum for Youth and Teens
Calling all teens and teen advisory councils! Visit the library to meet candidates in the upcoming November election for City Council Districts 4 and 8 and the Board of Supervisors District 4. This event will feature a question and answer format. What do you want to know? This exciting opportunity is brought to you by the San Diego Public Defenders Office and it is your chance to get involved with local government!
Wednesday, October 3, 6 - 7 pm
Central Library @ Joan Irwin Jacobs Common, Neil Morgan Auditorium
Learn more |
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Free, live help for the PSAT
PSAT Prep Live starts September 29 - Students can get free, live online prep for the PSAT from Kaplan experts the weekends of September 29 and October 6. Even if your student can’t attend, all enrollees get access to the live recordings through email. Sign up here |
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2019 iVIE Awards
Presented by San Diego County Credit Union
Innovative Video in Education (iVIE) Awards & Student Film Festival is a K-12 student video competition and festival conceived to encourage and reward teachers who utilize video as a project based learning tool in their classroom, and students who use film and visual literacy to demonstrate their understanding of classroom concepts. All videos submitted to iVIE integrate the California Common Core State Standards or Content Standards. This year's Awards Ceremony & Student Film Festival will take place on May 19, 2019. Location TBD.
Since 2001, iVIE has grown into a major video competition. In 2018, there were 400 video submissions from 120 teachers, 73 Schools, 23 Districts and a handful of private schools, involving approximately 3,000 students. Submitted videos are judged by media professionals and educators.
CALL FOR ENTRIES DEADLINE: April 19, 2019.
All iVIE nominated videos are shown on ITV Cable 16 in a series called "The Best of iVIE" and are also available on Time Warner's On Demand channel.
See last year's nominees on our YouTube channel!
Elementary Schools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJJIJzsBJjk
Middle Schools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTrW2NrEEYE
High Schools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8n7dFufxX0 |
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Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Scholarship
For the eighth consecutive year, the Foot Locker Foundation will be awarding $20,000 in scholarship funding to high school seniors to help them pursue a 4-year college degree – not because they scored the most touchdowns or goals, but because sports have helped them grow into strong leaders at school and in their communities.
As an added bonus, one of our 20 winners will be selected for the Ken C. Hicks scholarship for demonstrating superior educational and athletic achievement. This winner will receive an additional $5,000 award (for a total of $25,000).
Know any high school seniors who are exemplary leaders on their sports teams, in their classrooms, and in their communities? Nominate them here!
Deadline: 5:00PM December 14, 2018 |
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Prudential Awards Program 2019
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards will grant two students in each state $1,000, a medallion and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today through November 6, 2018, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is looking for the top youth volunteers of the year in each U.S. state and the District of Columbia. Students in grades 5-12 are invited to apply for 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards if they have made meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service within the past 12 months. The application is available at http://spirit.prudential.com and www.nassp.org/spirit.
How to Apply To: apply for a 2019 Prudential Spirit of Community Award, students and certifiers must complete the following steps:
- Students complete the online application by November 6, 2018.
- Then, students submit the application for certification to their principal or head of a local participating organization.
- Certifiers review all applications for their school or organization, then select a Local Honoree to nominate for state-level judging by November 16, 2018.
Applications can be certified by a middle or high school principal or head of a Girl Scout council, county 4-H organization, American Red Cross chapter, YMCA or an affiliate of Points of Light’s HandsOn Network. (Students can request a paper application by calling 855-670-4787.)
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Cal SOAP Fall College Fair
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OCTOBER 24!
Cal SOAP, San Diego Unified School District Counseling and Guidance Department, SUHSD, and GUHSD are hosting the very popular Fall College Fair
WHERE: Scottish Rite Event Center, 1825 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
DATE: Wednesday, October 24, 2018
TIME: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
COST: FREE !
On October 24, dozens of college admissions representatives and workshop presenters will provide you with the knowledge to get accepted to your dream college and learn tips to reduce the cost.
Workshops will cover topics such as "Financing your college dream" and “Getting accepted at a California public college, private college, or even studying abroad.”
We hope everyone will join us at this informative event. For questions related to the event, please visit www.sandiegocalsoap.com |
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Latino College Expo
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