AASD Weekly Update 4-23-2020
 

NEW ITEMS

 
  • AASD OFFICE CLOSURE - The AASD office remains closed, in conjunction with the San Diego Unified school closures, until further notice. The Daily Update will continue through the closure to answer any questions and address any of your concerns with regard to school closures and COVID-19 updates.  The Weekly Update will continue as usual on Thursdays with the typical news and information for AASD members.

     
  • ALL AASD MEMBERS – PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND WHAT WAS NEGOTIATED REGARDING PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL IMPROVEMENT (PPI)  DAYS.
    Classified Members:  Under the current contract all AASD classified members earn 4 PPI days per year on July 1.  Under the current contract, AASD members may carry over up to 8 days per year.  This means that by June 30 of any year, any PPI days on the books in excess of 8 days are forfeited.  With the COVID-19 Memorandum of Understanding, an agreement was made to allow members to carry over additional PPI days.  See narrative below:
     
    Any employee who has a PPI day balance of between 9 and 12 days on June 30, 2020 will be permitted to carry over up to 4 days that they would lose on June 30 if not used.  Days can be carried over until June 30, 2022. Example:

    Mary currently has 12 PPI days on the books.  She was planning to use 4 days before June 30, as she knew, per contract, she could only carry over up to 8 days on June 30.  She also gets her annual 4 day accrual on July 1 each year.  With the school closures, she does not have the opportunity to use the 4 days.  Per the MOU, she can carryover all 12 days into 2020-21 and on July 1 will receive her 4 day accrual and will have 16 days on the books.  If she does not use any of those days during 2020-21, she will accrue 4 more days on July 1, 2021 and will have 20 days on the books.  By June 30, 2022, Mary must use 12 days to bring her balance down to 8 days on June 30, 2022.  If she does not bring her balance down during 2020-21 or 2021-22, she will lose the extra days accrued on June 30, 2022.  Moral of the Story – find a way to use PPI days or you risk losing them!  If you are in this situation with a high number of days – maybe take a day every other month for the next two fiscal years?  If you plan ahead, it should be something that can be planned for and not make a huge impact on the site/department.
     
    Certificated Members:  Under the current contract all AASD certificated members earn 4 PPI days per year on July 1.  Under the current contract, AASD members may carry over up to 8 days per year.  This means that by June 30 of any year, any PPI days on the books in excess of 8 days are forfeited.  With the COVID-19 Memorandum of Understanding, an agreement was made to allow members to carryover additional PPI days.  See narrative below:
     
    Any employee who has a PPI day balance of between 9 and 12 days on June 30, 2020 will be permitted to carry over up to 4 days that they would lose on June 30 if not used.  Days can be carried over until June 30, 2022.  Example:
     
    Mary currently has 12 PPI days on the books.  She was planning to use 4 days before June 30, as she knew, per contract, she could only carry over up to 8 days on June 30.  She also gets her annual 4 day accrual on July 1 each year.  With the school closures, she does not have the opportunity to use the 4 days.  Per the MOU, she can carryover all 12 days into 2020-21 and on July 1 will receive her 4 day accrual and will have 16 days on the books.  If she does not use any of those days during 2020-21, she will accrue 4 more days on July 1, 2021 and will have 20 days on the books.  By June 30, 2022, Mary must use 12 days to bring her balance down to 8 days on June 30, 2022.  If she does not bring her balance down during 2020-21 or 2021-22, she will lose the extra days accrued on June 30, 2022.  Moral of the Story – find a way to use PPI days or you risk losing them!  If you are in this situation with a high number of days – maybe take a day every other month for the next two fiscal years?  If you plan ahead, it should be something that can be planned for and not make a huge impact on the site/department.
     
    Additionally, In recognition of the time certificated school site administrators (principals and vice principals) worked during Spring Break, all principals and vice principals will automatically receive 3 additional PPI days which must be used by June 30, 2023.
                                                                                
    In recognition of the time certificated year round site administrators (principals and vice principals) worked during their “off calendar year round” time in April, all year round principals and vice principals will receive 3 additional PPI days which must be used by June 30, 2023.  (Therefore, principals and vice principals assigned to a year round calendar will receive a total of 6 PPI days – the 3 from Spring Break and 3 additional).
     
    Note to all (classified and certificated) --  due to the changes by adding additional time to use PPI days (and the additional accrual for Principals and Vice Principals), AASD strongly suggests that you keep your own records of your PPI days.  To do that, AASD suggests that you work with your timekeeper NOW to get your current balance.  If  you are a traditional principal or vice principal, add the Spring Break additional accrual (3 days) and if your are a year round principal or vice principal add the additional 6 days.  Then all AASD members (classified and certificated) add the July 1 accrual of 4 days.  All AASD members will have until June 30, 2022 to bring their balance down to a maximum of 8 days on the books).  Remember, if you leave the District management team to a non-management position or if you leave the District, these days do not follow you and are not paid off.  If you have questions regarding the PPI days, contact AASD Executive Director, Donis Coronel at donis@aasdcs.org

     
  • ATTENTION CLASSIFIED AASD MEMBERS: FROM UNION PLUS  (ALL AASD MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING ARE AUTOMATICALLY MEMBERS OF AFSA AND RECEIVE THE UNION PLUS BENEFIT). 
    Complete your Bachelor’s Degree for Free This Summer with no out of pocket cost.  With the Union Plus      Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program, you can finish your teacher education or business administration bachelor’s degree affordably, safely and on your own time.  Because of the current economic and health uncertainty facing many union members, students who enroll in the summer 2020 term will complete their ENTIRE DEGREE FOR FREE (no out-of-pocket cost for tuition, fees, or e-books) until graduation, not just the summer term.  In partnership with Central State University, this flexible, 100% online program gives you the ability to work on assignments 24/7. In addition, your courses are transferable to other schools and financial aid is available to students demonstrating need — including those affected by the Coronavirus pandemic.  Summer classes begin May 18, 2020.  Get started by calling 888-897-9671 or enrolling online.  Click the link for more information     https://bachelorsdegree.unionplus.org/?utm_source=solo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=04-20-20

     
  • CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2020-2021 AASD BOARD OF DIRECTORS.  Nominations are being accepted now through April 30 for the following positions on the AASD Board of Directors:
     
    POSITION INCUMBENT
    Vice Principal Jon Robell
    Classified Manager Sam Clabaugh
    Classified Supervisor Paula Hamar
    BSSIII/POS Troy Hickey
    Police Management Association (PMA) Jesus Montana
    Health and Welfare Phil Baertschi
    Health and Welfare John Aguilar
    Mid Level Principal No Incumbent
    Elementary Principal Irene Hightower
    Scholarship Committee Co-Chair Classified Veronica Ortega
    Scholarship Committee Co-Chair Certificated Sharon Rubalcava
    Member Relations Co-Chair Classified Maria Moore-Flagg
    Member Relations Co-Chair Certificated No Incumbent
    Professional Development Co-Chair Classified Mario Garcia
    Professional Development Co-Chair Classified Kristin Makena
    Political Action Committee Co-Chair Classified Marci Lammey
    Political Action Committee Co-Chair Certificated Erica Renfree
                      
    Names listed as “incumbent” are current incumbents who have indicated they will run again.  Even though there is an incumbent listed for the categories above, any AASD Member In Good Standing may self-nominate or may be nominated by another AASD Member in Good Standing in any category.  After nominations close on April 30, nominees will be notified to ensure that they accept the nomination and will be asked to write a brief candidate statement.  Elections will be held in May via electronic voting.  Nominations are being accepted in ALL categories listed, including those where the incumbent has already expressed interest in running again.  Self-nominations are accepted.

    Responsibilities of a Board of Directors member are to attend monthly Board of Directors meetings (typically the 3rd Wednesday of the month, September thru June, 3:00-4:30 PM), and to be actively involved in policy making and providing input at the meeting.  The Board of Directors is vested with full authority and responsibility for executive and business administration of all AASD affairs, with each member of the board having one vote.  Board of Directors members are responsible for representing their constituents at the meetings of the AASD Board of Directors on matters that concern them.  Terms for the Board of Directors are two-year terms.  Board of Directors members are also highly encouraged to attend AASD business and social functions.  For additional information on the responsibilities of being a committee co-chair, please visit     www.aasdcs.org and select Governance/Bylaws and review the role of the specific committee within the Bylaws.

    AASD is a member-run organization.  Your participation is encouraged and crucial to the success of our Union.  Please consider running for one of the positions listed.
     
    If you are interested in running for a position or in nominating a colleague    , please e-mail your nomination to AASD Executive Director, Donis Coronel by 5:00 PM on April 30. donis@aasdcs.org

     
  • AASD IS AWARDING $750 SCHOLARSHIPS TO CHILDREN OF OUR AASD MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING.  APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 30. The AASD Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that sons/daughters (including step-sons and step-daughters) of AASD Members in Good Standing, AASD Retired members and AASD Affiliate members who are graduating seniors this year are eligible for AASD scholarships of $750 each to be used towards higher education.  The AASD Scholarship Program is funded by dues from AASD Retired Members and from funds raised last year at our Casino Night fundraiser.  All members/students who apply and are qualified will receive a $750 scholarship.  The application submission deadline is April 30 2020.  Please click the link for information on how to apply.

    PLEASE NOTE:  Due to the school closures, the requirement for obtaining a signature from a school official will be waived.  The due date will remain the same, but we are asking that you mail your application and required essay to the AASD office via U.S. mail. The application must be postmarked by April 30.
     
  • JOB POSTINGS FOR CERTIFICATED POSITIONS AND CLASSIFIED POSITIONS IN THE AASD UNIT.  AASD has been asked to publish the job postings in our Weekly Update. AASD also suggests that all applicants (classified and certificated) mark their calendars to check weekly for new job postings each Monday.  This way, you will not miss out on a posting you might be interested in (as all jobs in the AASD unit must be posted for 10 days).  Additionally, jobs in other units will be posted.

    AASD-Represented CERTIFICATED Job Postings  
    Vice Principal (Elementary and K-8 Support), Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Barnard Elementary, Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Longfellow K-8 School, Closes 5/10/20
    Vice Principal, Marshall Elementary, Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Horton Elementary, Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Sunset View Elementary, Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Grant K-8 (Re-Post), Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Sessions Elementary (Re-Post), Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Carson Elementary, Closes 5/10/20
    Principal, Challenger Middle   Closes 5/10/20
    https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandi?page=1

    AASD-Represented CLASSIFIED Job Postings
    None at this time.
    https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandi?page=1 
  • CONDOLENCES. 
    AASD acknowledges deaths of our members, retirees, or their immediate family members via the Weekly Update.  If you have information on a death to be reported in the AASD Weekly Update, please contact any of the staff at the AASD office with the information.  We appreciate your help with this – we don’t always know right away when a death has occurred or the information on services. 

    AASD sends sincere condolences to AASD Member in Good Standing, Coco Bazemore, Business Manager (ECE) Finance Division on the loss of her father, Errol Dewar, on April 20.  Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
     
REMINDERS
  • RESOURCES AVAILABLE THROUGH THE VEBA RESOURCE CENTER (VRC)
    The VEBA Resource Center (VRC) has been working diligently to provide a digital platform for VEBA members to access during this time of school closures/quarantine.  If you are on Facebook, you may access the VRC by typing in VEBA Resource Center.  There are weekly chats with Dr. Tarane Sondoozi which are on various topics that address current issues.  There are also a variety of other resources available including simple circuit training videos, healthy recipes, information on mindfulness and other topics.  This is available to all VEBA members and their dependents.  Take a look!
     
  • AASD DISTINGUISHED LEADER AWARDS.  Each year, AASD honors a number of members as AASD Distinguished Leaders. Please consider nominating a colleague for this award. We have wonderful co-workers throughout our AASD bargaining unit and in our retiree ranks who are worthy of recognition.  The AASD Member Relations Committee is hopeful that you will take the time to nominate someone who goes "Above and Beyond!"   You can nominate a co-worker from any category.

    The following link will lead you to the nomination form. Nominations are due by June 30, 2020. Click below for the link to the form and criteria. Please note the extension in the due date to June 30.

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Jimt1745JbcutUcpPA5WaOoeZFaZob3f-gnvtxtQO2Q/viewform?ts=5c5b29cc&edit_requested=true

     
  • AFSA SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 20, 2020.  In light of the current coronavirus situation, AFSA has extended the deadline for the 2020 AFSA Diann Woodard Scholarship Application to May 29, 2020.  In addition to the deadline modification, AFSA has changed some of the requirements:
    •    Students can submit the application package via email to afsa@AFSAadmin.org. 
    •    The file submitted should be a single PDF with all of the required forms and documents. 
    •    Send the application with "delivery status notification" and "return receipt" so you are sure it is received. 
    •    We will accept an unofficial transcript if you cannot obtain an official one.

    - Each year AFSA provides five outstanding students a one-time, $2,500 award toward college tuition.
    - All applicants must be a graduating high school senior who will be attending college for the first time in the award year.
    - The program is designed to support students who express a strong commitment to pursuing education beyond secondary school.  
    - Students who apply must clearly express their goals for the future and appropriately tie these goals to their higher education aspirations.

    Eligibility:
    •    Applicant must be a graduating high school senior who is attending college for the first time in the award year.
    •    Applicant’s parent or legal guardian must be an AFSA member in good standing.
    •    Scholarship award check will be issued upon college enrollment verification.
    •    Scholarship award funds may be used only for tuition, books, fees, supplies and equipment.

    Download the application below:
    https://www.theschoolleader.org/sites/default/files/afsa_scholarship_application_2019-2020_fillable.pdf?link_id=1&can_id=05b864ea44bb6dce5c5b196547fb9abb&source=email-remind-your-kids-2500-afsa-college-scholarship-2&email_referrer=email_755630&email_subject=deadline-extended-2500-afsa-college-scholarship

    PLEASE NOTE THAT THE APPLICATION REQUIRES AN AASD UNION OFFICIAL SIGNATURE.  DONIS CORONEL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WILL BE THE SIGNATORY.  PLEASE E-MAIL THE APPLICATION TO DONIS FOR SIGNATURE AND SHE WILL SIGN AND SCAN BACK.   donis@aasdcs.org
     
  • A MESSAGE FROM UNION PLUS (ALL AASD MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING AND SELECT AFFILIATE AND RETIRED MEMBERS ARE MEMBERS OF UNION PLUS VIA AFSA)
    Union Plus Direct Help for Our Members.  If your family has been directly impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic, please visit Union Plus’ Hardship Help Section at     https://www.unionplus.org/hardship-help/union-plus-hardship-help-benefits?utm_source=enews&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=03-26-20,
     
  • IMPORTANT - PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS.  AASD communicates with members via  personal e-mail address.  We do not communicate via "sandi.net."  If you know of a colleague that is not receiving the Update, or if your personal email address changes, please remember to notify AASD by e-mailing our Office Clerk, Jim Costello, at Jim@aasdcs.org.  
     
  • ASSOCIATION OF CA SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (ACSA) 2020 SCHOLARSHIPS.  Attached please find the 2020 Student Scholarship letter and application form.  Region 18 and the San Diego County School Boards Association are pleased to offer ten (10) $1,000 scholarships as a result of donations made by both organizations and a major donation from David Wignall with Harper Rand. Applications must be postmarked by April 30.  
          There is a correction to the application mailing address:    
          P.O. BOX 12436, EL CAJON, CA 92022
     
  • UNION PLUS - MONEY-SAVING PROGRAMS FOR AFSA MEMBERS!
    For all our Members in Good Standing, and Affiliates and Retirees who have selected to be members of AFSA, there are many money-saving programs offered to you.      Click here to review your many options! 

    AFSA membership is provided to all AASD Members in Good Standing at no additional cost. For more information regarding AFSA and Union Plus benefits, please visit their website:  https://www.theschoolleader.org/

    IMPORTANT:  For Members in Good Standing and Affiliate Members who have added AFSA  --  If you have not turned in the “Combined AFSA Benefits Information Form,” please submit the form immediately.  This form must be submitted in order to be eligible for the professional liability, legal services, etc.  You do not need to list your full social security number on the form; however, AFSA has requested that you provide at least the last four digits.  For a copy of the form, click here
     
  • IMPORTANT – ELECTRONIC LINK AVAILABLE!  FILL OUT YOUR AASD MEMBERSHIP RECOMMITMENT FORM NOW!  This information pertains to current AASD members who were AASD members prior to June 28, 2018.  It does NOT apply to Affiliate members or Retired members.  Many have asked how to “re-join” AASD in light of the Supreme Court Decision, Janus v. AFSCME.  If you were an AASD member on June 27, 2018, per the Decision, you automatically stayed as an AASD "Member in Good Standing" and will remain so.  However, we are asking all AASD members to re-commit to AASD by completing the google form (link below). This re-confirms your AASD membership and ensures that you have access to the benefits of being an AASD member – legal representation, AASD representation, discounted services, scholarships for your children, professional development reimbursements, etc. 

    Some of you have already filled out the new membership form over the past year – if so, it is not necessary to complete it again.  If you have any questions regarding the re-commitment form, please contact the AASD office at 619-295-2118 or e-mail one of the AASD staff members for assistance.  Thank you in advance for your commitment to our Union – AASD.    

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQN05VdAieFTxevIu1yg5L_03zLGgIWt3Xl4Igv-Horazxcg/viewform 

    To review the benefits of being an AASD member, please Click here. 
     
  • AASD COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS POSTED ON THE AASD WEBSITE. The collective bargaining agreements (contracts) for the AASD classified unit and the AASD certificated unit are posted on the AASD website.  The District no longer provides a hard copy to AASD members.  You are welcome to view the contracts on our website and feel free to print a copy, if you wish. To view the contracts, visit the AASD website at www.aasdcs.org and click on Governance/Contracts or Collective Bargaining/Contracts.
     
  • AASD WEBSITE!  Click here www.aasdcs.org  to view our website.  The website is kept up-to-date and current for all of our members (members in good standing, retirees and affiliate members).  Visit the website to view the AASD calendar and for forms and information on our Union, as well as discounts for members.

    If you have any feedback on the  website, please e-mail     jim@aasdcs.org with your comments.  We hope our website is a great resource for you!
     
  • ESTATE PLANNING – DISCOUNT FOR AASD MEMBERS!   AASD has a partnership with Greg Runge, Estate Planning Attorney.  Greg is an estate planning attorney with approximately 10 years of experience practicing in the areas of wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney and advance health care directives. In addition to his legal work, Greg is also currently a Lieutenant with a local police department, where he is in his 19th year of service as a sworn officer. As a public employee, Greg is very aware of the unique estate planning issues that can come into play with our members. Greg has focused his legal practice on providing essential estate planning services to public employees and their families at an affordable rate.  This benefit is available to all AASD Members in Good Standing, AASD Affiliate Members and AASD Retired Members.  Greg is offering this service to our members for a flat fee of $750, which is 50% off the going rate for estate planning (very complex or very large estates may require a higher fee that would be individually negotiated with the member).  To contact Greg Runge, please e-mail gregrunge@gmail.com or call (858) 395-4011 and be sure to mention you are an AASD member so you receive the discounted rate.
     
  • MEMBERSHIP IN THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (ACSA). 
    There are many benefits of being an ACSA Member – as detailed in this handout. (click on link)   Dues are deducted 10 times a year (September-June).

    If AASD members are interested in membership with ACSA, please complete the application     (click on link)  and return it via e-mail to Deborah Burke, ACSA, at dburke@acsa.org.
     
  • AASD PROFESSIONAL GROWTH GRANT.  The Administrators Association San Diego City Schools (AASD), in conjunction with the San Diego Unified School District, provides financial grants to members to assist them in their professional growth. Unit members who participate in professional development activities related to job-connected skills or potential careers with the District may qualify to have the cost of registration fees defrayed by available funds up to $100. This includes ACSA-sponsored Academies, Conferences and Institutes. Click here  for more details. 
     
  • "BENEFIT HUB"  Benefit Hub is an online discount program.  All AASD members have access to thousands of discounts which allows you to save on everything from movies and theme parks to restaurants and sporting events. 

    This free service provides discounts to car rental companies, theme parks, hotels, and entertainment destinations (i.e., San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Universal Studios, Sea World, etc.). Register online to take advantage of these terrific discounts.  Special offers and discounts are always changing, so check back frequently.  You can purchase and print tickets from the convenience of your home. 

    The Benefits Portal - In addition to discounts and specials, BenefitHub also offers CASH BACK on some products and services!  Get to know the benefit portal by visiting the BenefitHub website.  The site is very user friendly.  It is easy to do a search under various headings and categories, including Newest, Most Popular, Local Deals, Health and Wellness and Pay Over Time,  just to name a few.  

    NEW Benefit Hub Service - Gift Card Outlet - Save up to 15% on gift cards from over 70 popular merchants.  The NEW Gift Card Outlet is in the Discount Marketplace.

    Enter the following address in the browser bar, with no leading  w's -     aasd.benefithub.com Do not do a "search" for Benefit Hub as it will take you to the wrong website.  Click on "Guest" at the upper right-hand side of the screen. Fill in the information and create a password.  If you have any questions about registering, or encounter any problems, call the AASD office for assistance.  If you have any questions about or need assistance with the Benefit Hub website, you can contact Support at (866) 664-4621.
     
  • AASD Contact Information During the District Closure:
    Executive Director, Donis Coronel --     donis@aasdcs.org   619-813-8792
    Office Manager, Linda Crout-Hamel -- linda@aasdcs.org   619-861-2701
    Office Clerk, Jim Costello -- jim@aasdcs.org
     
    Please keep informed via the District’s website www.sandi.net, Daily and Weekly  Updates from AASD and via the AASD Website www.aasdcs.org.
     

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