TODAY'S ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT REOPENING SCHOOLS AASD was just as surprised as you all were to see the news reports this morning regarding the timeline for reopening schools. When AASD learned of this, immediate contact was made with Chief of Staff Sofia Roditti to inquire as to why our AASD leaders did not receive this information prior to the news outlets reporting it. As conversations went on throughout the morning, Board President Barrera reached out to AASD and apologized profusely for the information going public prior to AASD leaders receiving it. Barrera was very clear that he made a mistake in talking to a news outlet outside of the district timeline for communication. Barrera wanted AASD to be sure our leaders knew that it was not intentional and that he was profusely sorry this happened. At 1:15pm, Interim Superintendent Jackson called an emergency meeting of AASD certificated leaders and apologized for the communication mishap. AASD Executive Director, Donis Coronel, was also asked to speak at the meeting. Next steps are that the district must bargain the impacts and effects with AASD.
It was unfortunate that this all happened, and it caused angst amongst our AASD leaders at a time when leaders are working hard to implement learning labs, working on SBB, etc.
The following announcement went to principals at approximately 1:00 p.m. today:
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED ADOPTS REOPENING STANDARDS:
TARGETS WEEK OF APRIL 12TH REOPENING DATE
First, I would like to apologize for the fact that many of you heard about this information from other sources, prior to receiving the district’s official message. We are disappointed that this occurred, and we are addressing this matter and believe we will be able to communicate with you all before or at the same time as other stakeholders.Please accept my sincerest apologies on behalf of our district - Lamont
We would like to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement with SDEA and look forward to continued conversations with all labor partners in anticipation of vaccines being available, declining case rates, and our currently implemented mitigation strategies.
Please see the following documents for the specifics of our tentative agreement:
VICE PRINCIPAL STIPENDS Several members contacted AASD to say that they were being informed that the timecards for the Vice Principal supervision stipend were being held and not processed. AASD contacted district officials and today confirmed that the stipends will be processed and paid.
DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS The following communication was sent to principals today:
CLASSROOM/LEARNING LABS UPDATE
We have heard from leaders who had success bringing students back for the first day of Classroom/Learning Labs Phase One Expansion. At the same time, we recognize many questions still remain. Here is the direct link to the Landing Page.
We also have Office Hours tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/24/21 7:30-8:15 AM - Zoom Link
As a reminder, please enter ‘H’ in PowerSchool by 3 pm daily for all students participating in Classroom Lab, Learning Lab and Appointment Based Learning/Services.
ZARETTA HAMMOND’S BOOK
For sites interested in purchasing Zaretta’s book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain:
Corwin Publishing ISBN 9781483308012 Cost: $36.95 plus shipping and tax if applicable.
Use promo code WEBINARS for a 20% discount for the print version on the Corwin website only.
The electronic version is also available for purchase at regular price.
If you purchase through Amazon and Barnes and Noble, the discount code does not apply.
For questions, please contact Maria Montgomery.
SPECIAL EDUCATION UPDATE
Please read this letter outlining the shifts within the Special Education Division.
It provides contacts and resources to access school support for questions regarding special education.
UPDATED PROCEDURES FOR DISTRIBUTION, COLLECTION, & SCHOOL PHOTOS
CLICK HERE to review the updated procedures for distribution and collection of materials that now includes procedures for taking individual school photos:
Onsite photo stations are an option for students who are not able to provide an individual photo for yearbooks or senior portraits.
Taking photos for ID cards for this school year is not required.
AASD/DISTRICT "HOTLINE" INFORMATION The hotline established with the District is available to AASD unit members and other management who are charged with enforcing the health and safety policies and procedures. Call the hotline when you need immediate assistance when conflicts arise, clarification is needed, or decisions must be made regarding health and safety matters.
This hotline is for ALL AASD represented members, both classified and certificated. The hotline phone number is (619) 981-0760. The hotline is available on all District workdays, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In the rare event that a message must be left, all calls will be returned promptly, within the same day.
SPECIAL GRATITUDE If an AASD member has a department or individual that deserves special recognition during this time of crisis, please use the link below for reporting issues/questions/concerns/gratitude to show your gratitude for the department or individual. AASD will publish that special thanks in our next Daily Update.
AASD OFFICE CLOSURE AASD will be sending out a Daily Update, Monday-Friday, throughout the return to instruction/school reopening period. The Weekly Update will continue as usual on Thursdays with the typical news and information for AASD members. The AASD Office continues to remain closed. AASD staff are working remotely and can be reached via the contact information at the end of this Update.
AASD has created a Google Form for AASD Members to report issues, questions or concerns regarding work-related issues, COVID-19, return to instruction and school reopening. AASD will provide answers to issues, questions or concerns submitted as answers become available. You may also share your gratitude for another AASD member, district personnel, etc., via the same link.
Please do not share this link outside of AASD membership (classified and certificated management/supervisors). The link will be active until this crisis is over.
NOTE: All previous AASD Daily Updates and Weekly Updates are located on the AASD Websitewww.aasdcs.orgif you need to refer back to them for information.
AASD CONTACT INFORMATION Executive Director, Donis Coronel --donis@aasdcs.org619-813-8792
Office Manager, Linda Crout-Hamel -- linda@aasdcs.org619-861-2701
Office Clerk, Jim Costello --jim@aasdcs.org
Please keep informed via the District’s websitewww.sandi.net, Daily Updates from AASD and via the AASD Websitewww.aasdcs.org.
TODAY'S ANNOUNCEMENT ABOUT REOPENING SCHOOLS AASD was just as surprised as you all were to see the news reports this morning regarding the timeline for reopening schools. When AASD learned of this, immediate contact was made with Chief of Staff Sofia Roditti to inquire as to why our AASD leaders did not receive this information prior to the news outlets reporting it. As conversations went on throughout the morning, Board President Barrera reached out to AASD and apologized profusely for the information going public prior to AASD leaders receiving it. Barrera was very clear that he made a mistake in talking to a news outlet outside of the district timeline for communication. Barrera wanted AASD to be sure our leaders knew that it was not intentional and that he was profusely sorry this happened. At 1:15pm, Interim Superintendent Jackson called an emergency meeting of AASD certificated leaders and apologized for the communication mishap. AASD Executive Director, Donis Coronel, was also asked to speak at the meeting. Next steps are that the district must bargain the impacts and effects with AASD.
It was unfortunate that this all happened, and it caused angst amongst our AASD leaders at a time when leaders are working hard to implement learning labs, working on SBB, etc.
The following announcement went to principals at approximately 1:00 p.m. today:
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED ADOPTS REOPENING STANDARDS:
TARGETS WEEK OF APRIL 12TH REOPENING DATE
First, I would like to apologize for the fact that many of you heard about this information from other sources, prior to receiving the district’s official message. We are disappointed that this occurred, and we are addressing this matter and believe we will be able to communicate with you all before or at the same time as other stakeholders.Please accept my sincerest apologies on behalf of our district - Lamont
We would like to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement with SDEA and look forward to continued conversations with all labor partners in anticipation of vaccines being available, declining case rates, and our currently implemented mitigation strategies.
Please see the following documents for the specifics of our tentative agreement:
VICE PRINCIPAL STIPENDS Several members contacted AASD to say that they were being informed that the timecards for the Vice Principal supervision stipend were being held and not processed. AASD contacted district officials and today confirmed that the stipends will be processed and paid.
DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS The following communication was sent to principals today:
CLASSROOM/LEARNING LABS UPDATE
We have heard from leaders who had success bringing students back for the first day of Classroom/Learning Labs Phase One Expansion. At the same time, we recognize many questions still remain. Here is the direct link to the Landing Page.
We also have Office Hours tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/24/21 7:30-8:15 AM - Zoom Link
As a reminder, please enter ‘H’ in PowerSchool by 3 pm daily for all students participating in Classroom Lab, Learning Lab and Appointment Based Learning/Services.
ZARETTA HAMMOND’S BOOK
For sites interested in purchasing Zaretta’s book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain:
Corwin Publishing ISBN 9781483308012 Cost: $36.95 plus shipping and tax if applicable.
Use promo code WEBINARS for a 20% discount for the print version on the Corwin website only.
The electronic version is also available for purchase at regular price.
If you purchase through Amazon and Barnes and Noble, the discount code does not apply.
For questions, please contact Maria Montgomery.
SPECIAL EDUCATION UPDATE
Please read this letter outlining the shifts within the Special Education Division.
It provides contacts and resources to access school support for questions regarding special education.
UPDATED PROCEDURES FOR DISTRIBUTION, COLLECTION, & SCHOOL PHOTOS
CLICK HERE to review the updated procedures for distribution and collection of materials that now includes procedures for taking individual school photos:
Onsite photo stations are an option for students who are not able to provide an individual photo for yearbooks or senior portraits.
Taking photos for ID cards for this school year is not required.
AASD/DISTRICT "HOTLINE" INFORMATION The hotline established with the District is available to AASD unit members and other management who are charged with enforcing the health and safety policies and procedures. Call the hotline when you need immediate assistance when conflicts arise, clarification is needed, or decisions must be made regarding health and safety matters.
This hotline is for ALL AASD represented members, both classified and certificated. The hotline phone number is (619) 981-0760. The hotline is available on all District workdays, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In the rare event that a message must be left, all calls will be returned promptly, within the same day.
SPECIAL GRATITUDE If an AASD member has a department or individual that deserves special recognition during this time of crisis, please use the link below for reporting issues/questions/concerns/gratitude to show your gratitude for the department or individual. AASD will publish that special thanks in our next Daily Update.
AASD OFFICE CLOSURE AASD will be sending out a Daily Update, Monday-Friday, throughout the return to instruction/school reopening period. The Weekly Update will continue as usual on Thursdays with the typical news and information for AASD members. The AASD Office continues to remain closed. AASD staff are working remotely and can be reached via the contact information at the end of this Update.
AASD has created a Google Form for AASD Members to report issues, questions or concerns regarding work-related issues, COVID-19, return to instruction and school reopening. AASD will provide answers to issues, questions or concerns submitted as answers become available. You may also share your gratitude for another AASD member, district personnel, etc., via the same link.
Please do not share this link outside of AASD membership (classified and certificated management/supervisors). The link will be active until this crisis is over.
NOTE: All previous AASD Daily Updates and Weekly Updates are located on the AASD Websitewww.aasdcs.orgif you need to refer back to them for information.
AASD CONTACT INFORMATION Executive Director, Donis Coronel --donis@aasdcs.org619-813-8792
Office Manager, Linda Crout-Hamel -- linda@aasdcs.org619-861-2701
Office Clerk, Jim Costello --jim@aasdcs.org
Please keep informed via the District’s websitewww.sandi.net, Daily Updates from AASD and via the AASD Websitewww.aasdcs.org.
