April 30, 2018

April 30, 2019 SDUSD/Community College Partnership Featured on UT Community Spotlight Show Cheryl Hibbeln, Executive Director of School Innovation and Integrated Youth Services for the San Diego Unified School District, is joined by the leadership of three San Diego community colleges to discuss the exploding impact of college and career pathways at the high school and college level. Hibbeln is joined by Pamela Luster, President of San Diego Mesa College; Adrian Gonzales, Vice President for Student Services for San Diego Miramar College; and Tillie Chavez, Vice President of Instruction for San Diego City College. All four education leaders talk about the partnership between the school district and the community colleges to provide college courses for high school students; certificates for high school students leading to college level work; and the alignment of career exploration with high school and college coursework. Listen to the show here: http://wsradio.com/03-22-19-chicano-federation-of-san-diego-county-san-diego-unified-school-district-san-diego-city-college-san-diego-mesa-college-san-diego-miramar-college/   https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/sdusdcommunity-college-partnership.html Wellness Week at Mission Bay High School Focusing on one's health and well-being is necessary to lead a productive lifestyle. The school counseling team at Mission Bay High School put together a Wellness Week geared towards improving student's mental and physical health. Over a thousand students at MBHS increased their knowledge of mental and physical well-being and have resources to use, if and when needed. The picture you see was taken during the lunchtime wellness fair where dozens of community participants shared their resources for students and participated in their scavenger hunt. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/wellness-week-at-mission-bay-high-school.html Morse High School & Youth Advocacy Team for Culturally Responsive Practices Training The entire staff at Morse High School participated in the ongoing training around culturally responsive teaching practices and creating safe spaces for students. As part of the workshop series, staff participated in scenarios, discussions, and the critical work of becoming aware of how our current practices and policies impact student success.  The Youth Advocacy Department is supporting Dr. Larkin and the entire Morse staff in developing their Equity Team to build capacity at the site level and bring resources and education to all staff in making school a place students want to be. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/morse-high-school-youth-advocacy-team.html Using a Ferrari for Meaningful Instruction in the Classroom Students at Lincoln High School had the opportunity to use a Ferrari 430 for a professional photo shoot. CTE Photography students were tasked with a photojournalism assignment which required each student to take a series of detailed photos and write an article using a maximum of 4 photographs. This assignment was designed to help students with creative writing by using a minimum number of photographs to market a product (Ferrari) to the consumer. Part two of the morning continued over at Crawford High School Automotive program where the students received an in-depth technical overview of the advanced technologies found in the Ferrari 430. Students learned how Formula 1 racing technology is used in the Ferrari and other sports cars on the roads today.  https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/using-ferrari-for-meaningful.html Lincoln Engineering Students Visit Solar Turbines Lincoln High School Engineering and Architecture students participated in a company tour to Solar Turbines at the Kearny Mesa facility. Students were exposed to the workings and function of a solar turbine and compressor. They were able to see Solar's new 1 MWh energy storage system, and micro grid controller system in action with several different technologies and applications. Other aspects the students were able to experience were the assembling of products, compressor design engineering, project management, engine and package manufacturing and testing. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/lincoln-engineering-students-visit.html Mason Elementary Students Get A Taste of College Life On April 16, 2019 the Miramar College Outreach Team held an assembly at Mason Elementary School for over ninety 5th grade students about the importance of higher education and what it means to be a college student. Mason students participated in the interactive assembly and were excited to hear about the many programs and opportunities that were available to them and their families at Miramar College. Students attended a field-trip to Miramar College on April 19th to see firsthand what college life was like and get a sneak peek of the many career programs and pathways that Miramar College has to offer. A huge thanks to Mason's school counselor, Miriam Roashan and the Miramar College Outreach team for planning the event. To learn more about Mason Elementary School, Miramar College, and the SDUSD Counseling Department, please follow us on social media: @masonlions; @masonpta; @SDMiramar; @CounselingSDUSD https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/mason-elementary-students-get-taste-of.html Rowan Elementary Restorative Justice Practices KPBS Interviews On April 12th, three students and a teacher from Rowan Elementary, Ms. Melling, were interviewed by KPBS about the Restorative Justice Practices (RJP) work that is happening on their campus. The students are Rowan Circle Leaders whose role is to facilitate community building circles in the classrooms every Thursday. The RJP Department is proud of the great work that is going on at Rowan Elementary. This would not be possible without the support and leadership from the principal, Ms. Carpenter, and 5th grade teacher, Ms. Campbell. Click here for the article and video of KBPS Broadcast at Rowan Elementary!  https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/rowan-elementary-restorative-justice.html PLC’s working together to form RJP Circles at Language Academy The Language Academy with the guidance of their principal Rosario Villareal and the Restorative Justice Department (RJP), have been working in PLC’s to implement Restorative Practices. During grade level PLC cycles teachers have learned more about Restorative Justice Practices they can use in their classroom while also utilizing a 3-Tiered approach to student intervention. At the Language Academy students begin their day with a morning meeting led by the Vice Principal, Silvia Herrera-Flores where they learn about the “Monthly Trait” and other PBIS strategies to promote positive behavior on campus. Most recently the entire Language Academy staff was trained in using Community Building Circles. In the picture below, 3rd Grade Teacher, Gigi Carrillo, leads her students in a Community Building Circle after attending the Two-Day ERO Introduction to Restorative Justices Practices. Students at Language Academy have a unique opportunity to express themselves during the circles as they lead the circles in either Spanish or French, depending on the language being taught. Pamela King of Family Engagement, members of the Restorative Justice Practices (RJP) Department, and National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC) will also be presenting to parents of the Language Academy how Restorative Justice is used in schools. Restorative Justice aims to build strong communities through open communication. This important family outreach hopes to invite parents to be part of the process in understanding Restorative Justice and to support the work being done at schools and in the community. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/plcs-working-together-to-form-rj.htmll CYT Senior Transition Workshops The Children and Youth and Transition Department is offering post-secondary transition workshops for seniors at Lincoln, Hoover, Morse and San Diego High Schools March – May 2019. In fall 2018 Intervention Counselors working with the CYT Department administered a needs assessment to youth in transition who may be unaccompanied, experiencing homelessness or in foster care at Lincoln, Hoover, Morse and San Diego High Schools. Over 50% of the youth at the sites indicated a desire to want more information on post-secondary options. As a response, the CYT Team created the “What’s Next” series focusing on transition skills and topics including: exploring post-secondary options, career development, resume writing, how to find a job and more. So far over 75 students have participated in the workshops. Interested students can contact their counselor.  https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/cyt-senior-transition-workshops.html Place Based Education + Rock Climbing = Engaged Students Hoover High students learned about their local watershed, the hydrologic cycle, and their impact while visiting Mission Trails Regional Park. Students were engaged by the fact that they were in the watershed to observe their own physical impact. They determined what would happen to trash left at various parts of the watershed and how it would impact them as well as others who depend on the rivers and oceans. Then, they embarked on a mental and physical push to get out of their comfort zones by going rock climbing and rappelling. The term, “placed-based education” is somewhat new; however learning in places beyond the classroom is not. Students retain information when they are intertwined with the phenomena. The more we can get students out of the classroom, the more we can push them in their 21st century skill acquisition! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/place-based-education-rock-climbing.html The Leaders of Innovation Exhibit Their Learning The sixteen teachers in this year's Leaders of Innovation have developed and implemented at least one innovative challenge with the goal of transforming student experiences and learning either in their classes, at their school site, or district-wide. On Day 3 of the program, the teachers were able to share their learning during the Leaders of Innovation Exhibition at Taft Middle School. During the morning, teachers participated in an exhibition workshop with guest speaker Michelle Pledger, from Share Your Learning. Through the workshop, teachers learned that an exhibition of learning is an organized event that provides learners the opportunity to share their learning with an authentic audience. Teachers designed a blueprint for their own student exhibition and then prepared for their exhibition. In the afternoon, the audience arrived and the Leaders of Innovation shined as they shared how their innovative challenges had transformed student experiences and learning in their classrooms. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/the-leaders-of-innovation-exhibit-their.html Major Math Conference Comes to San Diego Teachers from all over San Diego Unified spent three days at the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics annual conference. The conference this year was held right here in San Diego. They were joined by twenty thousand other educators from around the world. Teachers participated in sessions centered around eliciting and using student thinking, creating inclusive classroom environments, access, and equity. Our teachers shared their takeaways with each other at the completion of the conference, and we can’t wait to see what they bring back to the classroom! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/major-math-conference-comes-to-san-diego.html Making Project Connections! Students in Julia Bennett’s 7th grade classroom are exploring the relationship between Universal Human Rights and food deserts. They have read several articles on the topic and have prepared presentations that either showcase innovative ideas for solving food desert issues in neighborhoods or educational campaigns that inform the public about the issues. With that knowledge, they are now writing argumentative essays in which they are synthesizing their learning and producing academic writing. This is all in preparation for the 7th grade project in which they will pick an issue at school and campaign for change around that issue. Monty Wolves are making change in their local community! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/making-project-connections.html Teachers Share Their Learning English teacher leaders from around the district, aka Capacity Builders, have gathered together five times this year to discuss best practices, try on strategies and share resources. After reflecting on the 2018-19 school year and all the learning that Capacity Builders were a part of, teachers showcased some highlights in a “rapid fire exhibition.” Teachers were challenged to take an idea or two that was learned from their five leadership sessions and creatively exhibit it to others in less than 30 minutes! Some teachers used pipe cleaners to demonstrate the intricacies of leading department and staff meetings. Other teachers shared their learning of collaborative reading strategies through cotton balls and LEGO pieces. There were googly eyes on drawings, Harry Potter stickers representing teachers, clothespins, markers, and more! Teachers love to experience what their students experience. Look out for some creative ways to exhibit learning in SDUSD English classes! https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/teachers-share-their-learning.html A Day of Global Good: 2019 Good Deeds Day Efforts On April 7th, Motiv facilitated the city’s third Good Deeds Day for San Diego teens, organizing 29 community service projects across San Diego County attended by approximately 400 teen volunteers, including many from San Diego Unified. Good Deeds Day is an international day of service, initially founded by Israeli businesswoman Shari Arison based on the simple idea that “every single person can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and positively change the world”. Since its inception in 2007, this event has grown from 7,000 volunteers in Israel to 3.9 million volunteers in over 100 countries in 2019. Through Motiv's free “one-stop-shop” platform high school students can find and register for any of 75 community service projects curated for teen volunteers each month and electronically verify their service hours. Motiv is set up to decrease barriers between teens and service to make it easy for all teens in San Diego Unified and San Diego at large to volunteer. In addition, Motiv offers service awards, internships and competitions, and hosts free community-wide service events for teens, highlighted by Good Deeds Day. On Good Deeds Day, teens sorted clothing donations at Sharia’s closet, helped repair cat enclosures at the Humane Society and distributed care kits to the homeless downtown with Wahupa Upward Bound, among other projects. According to Motiv Manager, Michael Nimer, “by offering a wide variety of volunteer opportunities, teens have the ability to choose projects that match their passions.” Mirroring Arison’s sentiment, Zachary Patterson, a high school freshman at University City High School, reflected on his experience preparing for the Midnight Run: “Packaging winter-weather clothes and hygiene supplies was a step in the right direction towards helping the homeless. It felt great to give back to the community, but also realize just how much more work needs to be done.” As Zachary and others have come to understand, teen service is not only focused on doing good deeds to help vulnerable populations, but also on the volunteers own experience through a service learning lens, in order to create agents of change. It’s one thing to learn about food insecurity, it’s another to serve a meal to someone who otherwise wouldn’t eat that night. Service learning combines both elements, giving teens the chance to connect with people or organizations and find that they share common beliefs and values, creating bonds that inspire a greater sense of desire to care for their neighborhoods and support individuals. While Good Deeds Day is only one day a year, community service organizations like Motiv provide service-learning opportunities for students throughout the year. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/a-day-of-global-good-2019-good-deeds.html La Jolla Sprinter Finds a Better Fit at 400 Meters Two years ago, La Jolla’s Sierra Roberson posted one of the state’s fastest 800-meter times for sophomores, clocking a 2:13.31. Roberson then tackled the 400-meter run and everything changed. Click here to read more: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sports/high-school-preps/story/2019-04-13/preps-track-field-sierra-roberson-la-jolla https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/la-jolla-sprinter-finds-better-fit-at.html The Patriots Take on the Vikings at Petco Park The Patrick Henry High School Patriots took on the La Jolla High School Vikings in a league baseball game at Petco Park.  Click here for the event highlights:https://www.kusi.com/4-12-19-baseball-patrick-henry-4-la-jolla-2/  Click here for a game recap:https://phpatriots.net/2019/04/13/preciado-double-powers-patriots-to-victory-at-petco/ https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/the-patriots-take-on-vikings-at-petco.html Biomedical Students at La Jolla High Conduct a Sleep Study La Jolla High’s Biomedical Innovations students worked directly with the Panda Lab at the Salk Institute to collect sleep data on themselves using special watches. They then took the data and asked a variety of questions related to sleep, activity and light exposure. Students then did the statistical analysis to determine whether their data was statistically significant and/ or trended in a certain direction. One significant finding was that students get 45 minutes more sleep the night before our late start compared to other school nights. https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/biomedical-students-at-la-jolla-high.html Fourth and Fifth Graders Perform in District Recorder Festival Over 140 fourth and fifth grade students met on Friday morning, April 19th for the district’s 25th Annual Junior Recorder Festival. Each year since 1994, music students and their teachers have gathered to perform for each other and play combined numbers, all using their recorders. Before its use as an educational instrument, the recorder was very popular in the Renaissance and Baroque eras. Several songs from these time periods were performed at the Festival, as well as folk songs, opera overtures, and popular music (such as a song by the Beatles). As is tradition, the Festival finale was a rousing rendition of “Ode to Joy” by Beethoven. This year’s host school was Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School (music teacher Tom Waczek), and their students were joined by musicians from Dingeman Elementary School (music teacher Garner Saguil) and Crown Point Junior Music Academy (music teacher Anna Hradsky). This is a non-competitive event and is open to students of any age. The Festival is free for participants and for audience members. If you would like your school to participate next year, please contact Laura Williams, Music Resource Teacher.   https://sdusdoss.blogspot.com/2019/04/fourth-and-fifth-graders-perform-in.html STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES Free Athletic Physical Event for SDUSD Students San Diego Unified School District students are invited to attend a free athletic physical event being put on by UC San Diego. Here are the details:  Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019  Time: 8:00am-12:00pm  Location: San Diego High School (1405 Park Blvd 92101)  What to Bring:  -School ID Card  -Completed San Diego Unified health history form- must be signed by parent  -Completed ImPACT baseline consent form (for optional concussion baseline testing)- must be signed by parent  -Corrective eyewear if needed  Click here for the ImPACT baseline consent form (for optional concussion baseline testing) which must be signed by parent: http://sdusdathletics.com/2019/03/21/free-athletic-physicals-for-sdusd-students/  For questions, please contact the District Athletics Office at 619-725-7122. Pre-Apprenticeship Opportunity in the Electrical Training Alliance Do you want a fantastic career opportunity after high school?  The electrical training ALLIANCE's goal is to provide the Electrical Construction Industry with the most highly trained and skilled workforce possible. In addition to receiving skill training on the job, each apprentice is provided with trade-related classroom training that produces competency and pride that lead to true craftsmanship. WHAT DO ELECTRICAL WORKERS DO? There are four specialty areas where you will find electrical workers. Outside Linemen- install the distribution and transmission lines that move power from the plant to a factory, a business, or home. Inside Wiremen - install the power, lighting, controls and other electrical equipment in commercial and industrial buildings. VDV Installer Technicians - install circuits and equipment for telephones, computer networks, video distribution systems, security and access control systems and other low voltage systems. Residential Wiremen - specialize in installing all of the electrical systems in single-family and multi-family houses or dwellings. AVID Student Leaders Needed! Students! Do you love AVID and want to share your love at AVID Summer Institute? Student Leaders earn 30 hours of community service plus a free shirt, AVID swag, and lunch each day! AVID began in San Diego so we must have our students represented at Summer Institute! Summer Institute dates are June 24-26 and July 29-31. You don’t have to attend both sessions to be considered for this wonderful opportunity! You can click here to download the required permission slip & media release form Please upload your THREE PREREQUISITES within the application. Apply by April 30! San Diego Model Railroad Museum Summer Camp The San Diego Model Railroad Museum in Balboa Park is offering Summer camps for students entering 2nd grade in the fall through 8th grade! The camps begin June 17th and run through August 2nd. Participants are invited to explore the multitude of disciplines required to build a model railroad. They will work from a track plan and construct an operational, themed scale model, from track laying, ballasting, scenery construction and circuitry. Campers will investigate and apply design principles, research unusual railroad cars, and learn why engineers use arches in the construction of railroad bridges.  Click here for more information. Birch Aquarium Summer Camp Are you looking for a summer camp for your student? The Birch Aquarium at Scripps provides Summer Camp with learning adventures for children between 4 and 15 years old, June 24th through August 23rd, 2019. The accredited camps merge scientific exploration with hands-on fun and learning! Campers investigate marine habitats, create ocean art projects, learn about careers in oceanography, and combine the science and sports of surfing and snorkeling! Summer camp scholarships are available for families in need of financial support. For more student opportunities, please visit the Office of School Innovation & Integrated Youth Services website UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday 5/01/19 Deadline for UC admitted freshmen to submit Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/dates-deadlines/index.html Friday 5/03/19 Registration Deadline for June 1st SAT Exam Monday 5/06/19 US Government & Politics AP Exam Chinese Language and Culture AP Exam Environmental Science AP Exam Tuesday 5/07/19 Spanish Language and Culture AP Exam Japanese Language and Culture AP Exam Physics 1: Algebra-Based AP Exam Wednesday 5/08/19 National School Nurse Day Wednesday 5/08/19 English Literature and Composition AP Exam European History AP Exam French Language and Culture AP Exam Wednesday 5/08/19 CPMA Music and Movies Festival 2019 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (CPMA Performing Arts Center, 5050 Conrad Ave, San Diego, CA 92117) CPMA's annual Music and Movies festival showcases the best of the Music and Video departments! Each night is different, come see all three! May 8: Beginning Band and Beginning Orchestra (See also May 9 & 13) Click Here for Tickets Thursday 5/09/19 Chemistry AP Exam Spanish Literature and Culture AP Exam Psychology AP Exam Thursday 5/09/19 CPMA Music and Movies Festival 2019 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (CPMA Performing Arts Center, 5050 Conrad Ave, San Diego, CA 92117) CPMA's annual Music and Movies festival showcases the best of the Music and Video departments! Each night is different, come see all three! May 9: Intermediate Band and Intermediate Orchestra Click Here for Tickets Friday 5/10/19 AP Studio Art Portfolio Submission Deadline Friday 5/10/19 US History AP Exam Computer Science Principles AP Exam Physics 2: Algebra-Based AP Exam Thursday 5/16/19 - Saturday 6/1/19 SCPA Presents: "Cabaret" (Florence Johnson Grand Theatre, 2425 Dusk Dr. 92139) Click Here For Tickets Monday 5/13/19 Biology AP Exam Physics C: Mechanics AP Exam Monday 5/13/19 CPMA Music and Movies Festival 2019 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (CPMA Performing Arts Center, 5050 Conrad Ave, San Diego, CA 92117) CPMA's annual Music and Movies festival showcases the best of the Music and Video departments! Each night is different, come see all three! May 13: Advanced Band, Advanced Orchestra Click Here for Tickets Monday 5/13/19 GATE DAC General Meeting 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Harold J Ballard Parent Center, 2375 Congress St) Tuesday 5/14/19 Calculus AB AP Exam Calculus BC AP Exam Art History AP Exam Human Geography AP Exam Wednesday 5/15/19 English Language and Composition AP Exam Italian Language and Culture AP Exam Macroeconomics AP Exam Wednesday 5/15/19 DAC General Meeting 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Harold J Ballard Parent Center, 2375 Congress St) Thursday 5/16/19 Comparative Government and Politics AP Exam World History AP Exam Statistics AP Exam Thursday 5/16/19 DELAC General Meeting 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Harold J Ballard Parent Center, 2375 Congress St) Friday 5/17/19 Microeconomics AP Exam Music Theory AP Exam Computer Science A AP Exam Latin AP Exam For a complete list of upcoming School Innovation & Integrated Youth Services events visit our on-line calendar or your school's website. 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