AASD Weekly Update 10/05/2023
 


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  • ATTENTION RETIRED MEMBERS.  Darnall Charter School is looking for a retired principal or retired AP to be Interim Executive Director of Darnall Charter School while recruitment is in progress.  The Interim position begins mid-October.  Darnall is associated with CalSTRS so the time worked will count towards CalSTRS limits.  For further information, contact  timoneill216@gmail.com.
     
  • LAPA COMMITTEE REPORT.  By the time the state legislature ended their session on September 14, 2023, they sent the Governor over 1,100 bills for his consideration. The Governor has taken action on many bills but with just over a week before his deadline of October 14, he still has over 700 bills to determine if he will approve or veto them. Of the bills for which AASD has taken a position, none have been signed or vetoed.
     
    One recent bill approved by the Governor is SB 553, “Occupational safety: workplace violence: restraining orders and workplace violence prevention plan.”  In short, effective January 1, 2025, it will allow the employee’s union to seek a temporary restraining order on behalf of their member who has experienced a violent incident at the workplace or received a credible threat of violence. Additionally, the member’s name would be allowed to be omitted from the restraining order for the member’s protection. By July 1, 2024, it will also require the employer to provide workplace violence training on an annual basis for their employees. LAPA will provide additional information on bills approved by the Governor and how they will affect our AASD members. 
     
    LAPA will begin discussing the endorsement process at the next LAPA meeting on October 9, 2023 at the UASC/AASD office. 

     
  • REQUEST FOR PRINCIPALS FROM A DOCTORAL CANDIDATE

    Hello and HAPPY NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH! 

    My name is Amanda Cason and I am a doctoral candidate at GCU.  
     
    I am reaching out to school principals for my dissertation study. My research study explores the support school principals' experience.  

    Your perspective is valuable.  

    I am offering a $10 gift card to Amazon for individuals who participate in both the interview and questionnaire of my study. If you choose to participate, you can do one or both parts of the study. I want you to know your time is respected.  
     
    If you are interested, please complete the informed consent. Link is here:
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHMwnwoQ8UWy31c5yNfQQ1z6HhhnxrArMJixHxhAUPOmy7Qg/viewform 
     
    The questionnaire should take approximately 15-20 minutes. The interview should take no more than 1 hour.  
     
    Thank you so much for your time!  
     
    If you have any questions related to my study, please do not hesitate to contact me. 
     
    I look forward to hearing from you.  
     

    Sincerely,
    Amanda Cason
    GCU Doctoral Candidate
    (619) 587-2091

    ACason1@my.gcu.edu

     
  • AASD SUPPORTS OUR MEMBERS.  Read below for an example of how AASD serves  our members.

    It was recently brought to AASD’s attention that a classified member was not being paid properly.  AASD contacted Lead HR Analyst, Samuel Scaife III, and Mr. Scaife researched and confirmed that our member was owed money.  This was all resolved within 48 hours of AASD’s initial e-mail. 
     
    Several members contacted AASD because they did not receive longevity pay in the September check.  The AASD Executive Director worked with HR and Payroll to ensure the members  received the pay.  Additionally, AASD assisted one member who received the pay but was not entitled to it.

    This is another example of what 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@unitedadmin.us.

     
  • 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 

    Program Manager, Teaching and Learning, VAPA, Closes 10/09/23
    Associate Principal, Correia Middle, Closes 10/10/23
    Principal, Oak Park Elementary, Closes 10/10
    Principal, Hardy Elementary, Closes 10/10
    Associate Principal, Rosa Parks Elementary, Closes 10/10
    Principal, Patrick Henry High, REPOST, Closes 10/10

    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@unitedadmin.us 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
 
  • SAVE THE DATES.  Mark your calendar now for the upcoming AASD events.  More information will be forthcoming, but get these dates on your calendar now!  Don’t miss out!
     
    December 8, 2023, 5:00-9:30pm  --  AASD Holiday Party, Marina Village, Baja Room

    March 20, 2024, 7:00am-12noon – AASD/SDUSD Spring Conference, Location TBD
           (Note change of date and possible change of location)
    April 19, 2024, 6:00-10:00pm – AASD Casino Night Fundraiser for the Scholarship Fund, Marina Village
    May 2, 2024, 4:00-7:00pm – AASD Membership Meeting, Location TBD
    June 14, 2024, 5:00-9:30pm – AASD Summerfest Celebration, Marina Village

     
  • WANT TO BECOME MORE INVOLVED AT AASD?  JOIN A COMMITTEE!  AASD has committees and we want YOU!  Please consider joining a committee.  Become involved!  Support YOUR union!  Committees are listed below.  If you are interested in joining a committee, please email Donis Coronel at donis@unitedadmin.us. 
     
    Finance Committee:  Meets up to 4 times a year to develop a draft budget and monitor the finances of AASD.  Chair is Gina Camacho-McGrath.

    Legislative and Political Affairs Committee:  Meets monthly to review and make recommendations regarding legislation that affects education and our schools/employees.   The committee also interviews school board candidates and makes recommendations for endorsement to the AASD Board of Directors.  The committee typically meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 4:00 p.m. in person at the UASC/AASD office with an option to join the meeting via Zoom.  Co-Chairs are Jesus Montana (interim) and Marci Lammey.

    Member Relations Committee:  Plans and supports the two large social events for members (Summerfest and the Winter Holiday Party) as well as provides support for any membership meetings.  Responsible for the selection of AASD Distinguished Leaders annually.  Coordinates the Homework Kits for UTK and Kinders at select schools.  Responsible for other activities that support the membership.  Typically meets monthly, the first Tuesday of the month from 3:30-5:00 PM in person with an option to join the meeting via Zoom.  Co-Chairs are Susan Kent and Maria Moore-Flagg.

    Professional Development Committee:  Plans and coordinates the annual AASD/SDUSD Spring Conference each March.  Also responsible for approving reimbursements to the Professional Growth Fund.  Typically meets the first Wednesday of the month, as needed, 3:00-4:30 PM with an option to join the meeting via Zoom.  Co-Chairs are Mario Garcia and Silvia Martinez.

    Scholarship Committee:  Plans an annual fundraising event (Casino Night).  Coordinates the Scholarship Program including presentation of scholarships at school events.  Meets monthly, as needed, typically the 4th Monday of the Month from 3:30-5:00 PM in person with an option to join the meeting via Zoom.  Co-Chairs are Veronica Ortega and Sharon Rubalcava.

     
  • AASD OFFICE
    Office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.  We ask that you call the office before visiting to ensure that a staff member is in the office and 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 $10.50 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@unitedadmin.us 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@unitedadmin.us. 
     
  • 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.
     
  • 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. 
     
  • AASD CONTACT INFORMATION:
    Executive Director, Donis Coronel -- donis@unitedadmin.us   619-813-8792
    Office Manager, Linda Crout-Hamel -- linda@unitedadmin.us   619-861-2701
    Office Clerk/Membership Coordinator, Patti Burch -- patti@unitedadmin.us  
     

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