AASD Weekly Update 10/13/2022
 


NEW ITEMS
 
  • BARGAINING UPDATE.  The bargaining session that was scheduled for October 12 had to be canceled.  Our next bargaining session is November 2.
     
  • PRINCIPAL, ASSOCIATE PRINCIPALS AND CENTRAL OFFICE CERTIFICATED MANAGERS – YOUR VOICE MATTERS.  As most of you know, AASD has language in our certificated contract about workload.  The language that was negotiated 5+ years ago states that there will be a workload work group comprised of AASD representatives and district leadership.  Over the years, the committee has met typically three times a year to come up with solutions to workload concerns.  Our first meeting with the district for 2022-23 is November 1.  We need current information on our members’ concerns regarding workload and potential solutions.  Deadline to complete the survey is October 20.  Your input is necessary and welcomed.
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVn6TtIZnxO56UVaMYCvXy_NRQW64WF59GuN87f0UDUAps9A/viewform?usp=sf_link

    AASD Representatives on the Workload Work Group are:

    Donis Coronel, Executive Director, AASD
    Lindsay Burningham, Elementary Principal
    Fred Hilgers, High School Principal
    Cameron Hord, High School Associate Principal
    Kristi Hunter-Clark, Elementary Principal
    Jenney Nash, Middle Level Associate Principal
    Heather Potter, Middle Level Principal
    Carly Romero, Elementary Principal
    Jessie Salas, Elementary Associate Principal
    Michelle Spence, Central Office Manager

     
  • INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRESCRIPTION CARRIER, EXPRESS SCRIPTS.  AASD received the following information from VEBA:    Like many health care, financial services, and tech companies, Express Scripts is taking an additional step in helping to protect members' personal information. Starting mid to late October, they will require the use of two-step verification for Express Scripts online account access.
     
    Express Scripts – Prepare for Two-Step Verification
    Two-step verification, also called multi-factor authentication (MFA), adds an extra layer of protection to members' Express Scripts account by requiring their password plus a unique code in order to log in.
     
    What to expect:
    • The first time a member attempts to log in after Express Scripts introduces the two-step verification, they will be required to complete the setup process before they can access their account. They will receive a one-time passcode at the email address they already have on file with us.
    • If they are creating an account for the first time, they will receive the one-time passcode at the email address they provide during the account registration process.
    • If accessing the Express Scripts website or mobile app from a trusted device, members will have an option to "remember this device," which means they will not need to enter a one-time passcode the next time they log in from that same device.
    • In the event that a member needs help or support, Express Scripts will have their Website Support team standing by to assist.

      The contact information for Express Scripts is 800-918-8011 or visit their website at express-scripts.com.
       
  • AASD SUPPORTS OUR MEMBERS.  Read below for an example of how AASD serves our members.

    Networking with other Unions:  AASD Executive Director, Donis Coronel, attended the General Executive Board Meeting for the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA) the first week of October in Washington DC.  Donis is a Vice President on the AFSA Board.  The meeting was held at the AFL-CIO headquarters located just a block from the White House and is known as “The House of Labor.”  What an honor to be there and to be a part of AFSA, led by President Dr. Leonard Pugliese, Executive Vice President Lauran Waters Cherry, and Secretary-Treasurer, Mark Cannizzaro.  Dr. Pugliese is a long-time school administrator labor leader from New Jersey, Ms. Waters Cherry is the former President of the United Administrators Oakland Schools (UAOS), and Mr. Cannizzaro is the current President of the Council of School Administrators (CSA) which is the union that represents over 6,000 principals and assistant principals in New York City.  Donis is one of 15 General Vice Presidents of AFSA.  Her 3-year term began in July 2022.  The value of learning about what other administrator unions are accomplishing and the collective voice we all have is amazing.  AFSA is working on implementation and advocacy around 13 resolutions that were approved at the annual convention last summer.  Donis has been assigned as the lead on the resolution that states there should be an Associate Principal/Vice Principal in EVERY school nationwide.  This is an important initiative.  Stay tuned for more information.
     
    This is just one example of the work AASD does to support our members.  If you need assistance from AASD, please contact the office at 619-295-2118 or e-mail the Executive Director, Donis Coronel, at
    donis@aasdcs.org.

     
  • 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). 

    AASD-Represented CERTIFICATED Job Postings 

    Administrator, Child Development Center, Logan Memorial Ed Complex, Closes 10/17
    Instructional Coordinator, Logan Memorial Ed Complex, Closes 10/23
    Instructional Coordinator, Equity and Belonging, Closes 10/26

    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
     
  • SPECIAL GRATITUDE
    When members wish to show their gratitude for other district staff, please contact Donis Coronel at  donis@aasdcs.org and AASD will publish that message of gratitude in the next Weekly Update. 
     
  • 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.

     
REMINDERS
 
  • OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR HEALTH INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS IS COMING!  Open Enrollment is October 17 through November 14.  Information will be forthcoming for all active and retired employees.  For information, including dates of Open Enrollment Events, visit https://www.sandiegounified.org/departments/benefits/2023_open_enrollment
     
  • LOOKING FORWARD - MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!  MORE INFORMATION TO COME!  IMPORTANT - NOTE CHANGE OF DATE FOR CASINO NIGHT!
     
    AASD Winter Holiday Party – December 9, 2022, 5:00 p.m. at Marina Village.  Free to all AASD Members in Good Standing, Retired Members and Affiliate Members.
     
    AASD Spring Conference – March 21, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon (breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.) at Marina Village.  Mandatory for all in the AASD bargaining unit.  All non-represented management and confidential employees and retired members are also invited.
     
    AASD Casino Night Fundraiser for Scholarships
    March 3, 2023, 6:00 p.m. at Marina Village.   Come and support our AASD Scholarships for children of our members!
     
    AASD Summerfest End of the Year Event – June 23, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at Marina Village.  Free to all AASD Members in Good Standing, Retired Members and Affiliate Members.

     
  • AASD OFFICE IS OPEN
    Office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.  We ask that you call the office before visiting to ensure staff are not offsite at an appointment, running work-related errands or at lunch.  To check in before visiting, the office phone number is 619-295-2118.

    The AASD Weekly Update will continue as usual on Thursdays with important news and information for AASD members. 
     
  • MEMBERSHIP IN THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (ACSA).  ACSA is a statewide organization for school leaders, serving more than 17,000 California educators and administrators in 19 regions throughout California, each made up of local charters.  ACSA’s Mission:  The Association of California School Administrators is the driving force for an equitable, world-class education system, and the development and support of inspired educational leaders who meet the diverse needs of all California students.  Visit ACSA's website at acsa.org for more information about this organization.

    Deborah Burke is our Region 18 ACSA Membership Services Representative. She is local and your completed membership applications can be sent directly to her. By completing your application and signing it, then scanning and attaching it to an email to Deborah, you will expedite the processing of your application. If you have any questions about ACSA, cost, benefits, opportunities, etc., please reach out to Deborah at
    dburke@acsa.org or at (619) 504-3512.

    The following types of ACSA membership are available, as applicable, to people in San Diego Unified/AASD.  All memberships can be paid by payroll deduction, personal check, or Mastercard/VISA.  The following are descriptions of each type of application.

     
    SELECT UNION DISTRICT Membership: 
    Click here for application.
    $1/day ($30.42/month) for remainder of the current school year. Dues are prorated after July 1. Member may choose to be a Regular Member with full benefits or be a Consolidated Member, without legal support, but can contact advocates for limited consultation. Standard dues begin July 1 of their second year of membership.
     
    ASSOCIATE Membership: (associate on cover – with Business Reply Mail cover)
    $250/year and prorated for new members joining after July 1.  Can be paid by check (full amount), Payroll deduction (3 equal installments of $83.33; not offered after September), or VISA/Mastercard (full payment).  
    Click here for application.
     
    RETIRED Membership: (2 types)  
    Click here for application.
    Emeritus Lifetime - $700 (a one-time fee). May be paid in (3 equal installments of $233.34 (not offered after September), via Master Card/VISA (full payment), or via a personal (full payment) check.
    Full Regular - $125/year paid via a monthly deduction from member’s STRS pension via a payroll deduction, or Master Card/VISA (full payment), or a personal check (full payment).

    If you wish to use ACSA's online application process to join, click here for the 
    “Steps for Joining ACSA.” 

     
  • DISCOUNT MOVIE TICKETS.  AASD has both AMC and Regal Entertainment Group (Regal/Edwards/UA) movie passes available to members in good standing, affiliate and retired members.  Regal tickets are $9.00 each. These passes have no expiration date and are unrestricted, so they can be used any time and for newly-released movies.  

    The AMC tickets are $10.25 each, have no expiration date, and do not have any restrictions.  Contact AASD to purchase tickets or if you have any questions.

    Placing and fulfilling an order can be done via phone, email and U.S. mail.  Please contact Linda Crout-Hamel
    linda@aasdcs.org at the AASD Office if you are interested.

     
  • 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 Linda Crout-Hamel at linda@aasdcs.org. 
     
  • UNION PLUS - MONEY-SAVING PROGRAMS FOR AFSA MEMBERS  
    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/

    IMPORTANTFor 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


    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!
     
  • 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 ARE 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.
     
  • 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.
     
  • 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.  

    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 ON REMOTE WORKING DAYS:
    Executive Director, Donis Coronel -- donis@aasdcs.org   619-813-8792
    Office Manager, Linda Crout-Hamel -- linda@aasdcs.org   619-861-2701
    Office Clerk (Retired), Jim Costello -- jim@aasdcs.org  (Membership inquiries only)
     

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