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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified + San Diego Press Club present: April ED Talks

04/25/2019

San Diego journalists are invited to participate in the April installment of ED Talks, a casual forum hosted by the San Diego Unified School District in collaboration with the San Diego Press Club. The goal is to foster open and robust conversations about public education.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified schedules press conference to announce public meetings in advance of Healthy Start Time launch

04/24/2019

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Board Actions Summary Report for April 9, 2019

04/10/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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NEWS RELEASE: Franklin Elementary Celebrates 90th Anniversary Ahead of Major Renovation

04/06/2019

The past meets the future as Franklin Elementary School celebrates its cherished long history and prepares to modernize its 90-year-old campus. Having served generations of San Diegans from in and around Kensington and City Heights since 1929, the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Arts & Mathematics) magnet school celebrated its 90th anniversary on Saturday, April 6.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Partners with United Way and Dreams for Change to Offer Onsite Preschool Enrollment and Free Tax Preparation

04/05/2019

WHAT: San Diego families may qualify for two significant benefits: Free preschool in San Diego Unified, and an earned income tax credit. San Diego Unified invites families to a resource fair for

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Franklin Elementary Celebrates 90th Anniversary Ahead of Major Renovation

04/05/2019

Franklin Elementary to Celebrate 90th Anniversary with former students, faculty, principals, and staff.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Partners with United Way and Dreams for Change to Offer Onsite Preschool Enrollment and Free Tax Preparation

04/05/2019

WHAT: San Diego families may qualify for two significant benefits: Free preschool in San Diego Unified, and an earned income tax credit. San Diego Unified invites families to a resource fair

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Student “Chavistas” from 22 San Diego Unified Schools Honor Cesar Chavez at 10th Annual Mañanitas Breakfast

03/21/2019

Student “Chavistas” from 22 San Diego Unified Schools Honor Cesar Chavez at 10th Annual Mañanitas Breakfast

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MEDIA ADVISORY: More than a dozen San Diego Unified Students Selected to Deliver TEDxYouth Talks at Lincoln High School

03/19/2019

More than a dozen San Diego Unified Students Selected to Deliver TEDxYouth Talks at Lincoln High School

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Joint Meeting of the San Diego Unified School District and San Diego Community College District Boards

03/18/2019

WHAT:The governing boards of the San Diego Unified and the San Diego Community College districts will hold their annual joint meeting to discuss common issues affecting their students and districts.

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News Release: Hundreds of Students Recognized at San Diego Unified’s Annual Art Exhibit and VAPA’s Academy Awards-Style Ceremony

03/13/2019

The San Diego Unified School District has transformed its halls into an art gallery for the next few weeks for its annual Student Art Exhibit. A diverse array of 640 artwork pieces by students in grades TK-12 are on display through April 12 from 12 high schools, 10 middle schools, 1 K-8 school, and 26 elementary schools.

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Board Actions Summary Report for March 12, 2019

03/13/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Media Advisory: Hundreds of Students Recognized at San Diego Unified’s Annual Art Exhibit and Performing Arts Award Ceremony

03/12/2019

San Diego Unified celebrates Arts Education month with art showcase and awards ceremony honoring students who create, innovate, and inspire others to make the world a better place through the arts

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Media Advisory: Meb Keflezighi to Award San Diego Unified Students with $1,000 Scholarships

03/09/2019

WHAT: Meb Keflezighi, widely acclaimed as one of the greatest runners of our time, will present each of two San Diego Unified student athletes with a $1,000 scholarship as part of the 4th Annual Meb

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Media Advisory: San Diego Unified's Honor Choirs to Perform Songs from "Coco" to Billy Joel at Free Concert

03/08/2019

WHAT: The Visual and Performing Arts Department (VAPA) of San Diego Unified School District will present a District Choral Honor Concert featuring three choirs comprised of 120 students in grades 4-12, from 35 schools.

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Crawford High School and De Portola Middle School recognized by the State for their Civic Engagement

03/07/2019

San Diego Unified is honored by Crawford High School and De Portola Middle School’s recognition as 2019 Civic Learning Award Recipients.

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Lacrosse expansion bringing new opportunity to students in every neighborhood

03/07/2019

The field beneath their feet may feel familiar, but these young women know that each step they take could be leading them to new world of opportunities when they compete in lacrosse on April 3. They

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Board Actions, Summary Report for March 5, 2019

03/06/2019

https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Ocean Beach Elementary hosts district's Winter Wellness Showcase

03/05/2019

In late February, School Site Wellness Coordinators, District Wellness Council Members and San Diego County community partners convened at Ocean Beach (OB) Elementary for the district’s

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Board Actions Summary Report for Dec. 11, 2018

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at

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Board Actions Summary Report for Feb. 12, 2019

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Board Actions Summary Report for Feb. 26, 2019

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Board Actions Summary Report for Feb. 5, 2019

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Board Actions Summary Report for Jan. 22, 2019

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Board Actions Summary Report for Jan. 8, 2019

03/05/2019

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Challenger Middle School named a 2019 California Distinguished School

02/27/2019

San Diego Unified schools is proud of Challenger Middle’s designation as a 2019 Distinguished School. Winners, including Challenger Middle, represent examples of not just excellent teaching,

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Cabrillo Elementary School Celebrates Read Across America Day with the San Diego Seals Lacrosse Team

02/27/2019

WHAT: Cabrillo Elementary School is celebrating the annual Read Across America Day with Dr. Seuss and the San Diego Seals lacrosse team. Families will participate and read to their students in

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Montgomery Middle students prepare to see their artwork unveiled on Linda Vista roads

02/14/2019

On Friday, March 1, 2019, students, parents, faculty and staff from Montgomery Middle STEAM Magnet School and San Diego Unified School District, together with longtime community partners

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Point Loma students inspire next generation of STEM learners at Dana Middle

02/14/2019

For the second year in a row, Point Loma became the epicenter of all things science, technology, engineering and math - at least for one day. Under drizzly February skies, Dana Middle School

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified + San Diego Press Club present: January ED Talks 1/28

02/13/2019

WHAT: San Diego journalists are invited to participate in a special installm

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District Alerts Staff and Families of Data Breach

02/13/2019

The San Diego Unified School District has alerted employees and families to an incident at San Diego Unified School District involving the security of their personal data on the district’s infor

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified + San Diego Press Club present: December ED Talks Dec. 5

02/12/2019

San Diego journalists are invited to participate in a special installment of ED Talks, a casual forum hosted by the San Diego Unified School District in collaboration with the

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MEDIA ADVISORY: SuperHEROes Swoop into Franklin ElementaryMonday, Dec. 3, 7:30 a.m.

02/12/2019

SuperHEROes Swoop into Franklin Elementary to Celebrate Best Attendance for School Year

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Annual San Diego Unified School Police “True Blue Buddies” Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 14

02/12/2019

WHAT: Students from Central Elementary School will take part in a special Thanksgiving dinner with their "True Blue Buddies" School Police Officer mentors

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Student-made "Birds without Paradise" soar above Liberty Station and across U.S.-Mexico border

01/17/2019

Students benefit from education in the arts, and special art projects can connect them to the larger community and to other cultures. While discussion of the U.S.-Mexico border is dominating the

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San Diego High caps storybook football season with state championship

12/17/2018

As the young men in blue and white swarmed the field and filled the crisp, chilly air with excited shouts of celebration, there was a consensus among the coaches, players, and prep sports media in

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San Diego Unified students ready for their holiday close-up

12/13/2018

There’s something about the holiday season that shines a special spotlight on the San Diego Unified community – showcasing exceptional performing artists throughout the district.

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Board Actions Summary Report for Dec. 4, 2018

12/05/2018

All Board meeting agendas are posted at

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Dana Middle students go beyond the code

12/04/2018

This December 3-9, students across San Diego Unified are taking part in Computer Science Week, also known as the Hour of Code Week. For this year's Hour of Code Week, over 193,272 registered

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Three Morse High alumni make history with football championships

11/29/2018

It’s a historic year for high school football in San Diego – and for the three coaches leading their teams into regional title games this weekend.

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Board Actions Summary Report for Nov. 13, 2018

11/26/2018

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Hundreds of Students Break Ground on New Music Building at Mira Mesa High School

11/15/2018

On Tuesday, hundreds of Mira Mesa High School band students and the San Diego Unified School District celebrated the start of construction on a new music building and campus-wide improvements with a groundbreaking ceremony.

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Academic gains, student activism show schools have the power to create a #BetterSD

10/17/2018

In her 2018 State of the District speech, Superintendent Cindy Marten said the academic progress of San Diego Unified students and their work to improve the communities where they live are evidence

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified and the San Diego Press Club Present ED Talks: An education forum for journalists

10/15/2018

San Diego Unified and the San Diego Press Club Present ED Talks: An education forum for journalists

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District to host 2018 State of the District Address Oct. 16

10/15/2018

San Diego Unified School District Board of Education President Kevin Beiser and Superintendent Cindy Marten will deliver the annual address.

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NEWS RELEASE: Local Girl Scouts Lead Effort to Train Hundreds in Hands-Only CPR and Help Muirlands Middle School Receive Heart Safe School Accreditation

10/12/2018

SAN DIEGO: For nearly four years, members of La Jolla Girl Scout Troop 3803, Selma Hyytinen, Maggie Johnson, Natalie Saham, Allison Foerster and Amber Watt, have been raising community awareness

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Five local Girl Scouts drive efforts to train hundreds in hands-only CPR; helps Muirlands Middle School become first public school in state to garner Heart Safe School Accreditation from Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome Foundation

10/10/2018

Five local Girl Scouts drive efforts to train hundreds in hands-only CPR; helps Muirlands Middle School become first public school in state to garner Heart Safe School Accreditation from Sudden

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Board Actions Summary Report for Oct. 9, 2018

10/10/2018

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Hoover High School College Prep Day is Oct. 10

10/09/2018

In an effort to promote a college-going culture and expose students to college entrance exams, all Hoover students will participate in some type of college prep benchmark exam or activity

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Science brought to life in new City Heights student center

10/09/2018

A 12,000-square-foot science education center opened in City Heights Sunday called the Living Lab. The center is a partnership between the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) and the Ocean Discovery Institute (ODI). The Living Lab can be used by the thousands of City Heights students in the area during and after school, SDUSD said. “Students will come here and see this facility, and they will know when they walk in the door that they can do science and they can be a scientist,” said ODI Executive Director Shara Fisler.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Fletcher Elementary students, parents, staff to walk together for National Walk to School Day

10/05/2018

Students, parents, and staff from Fletcher Elementary will gather approximately one-half mile from school Tuesday morning and walk together to the campus to celebrate National Walk to School

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CAASPP test scores released by state for 2017

10/02/2018

SACRAMENTO: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced today that 2018 scores for the online California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) tests in

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San Diego Unified School Choice enrollment now open

10/02/2018

Monday, October 1, marks the start of the school choice window for the 2019-20 school year at San Diego Unified School District. School Choice gives students the chance to enroll next year in magnet

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San Diego High student receives $100,000 scholarship from Beyonce and Jay-Z

10/02/2018

Article courtesy of KUSI. Watch and read more on KUSI. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego (BGCGSD) Club member Issac Guerrero has been named the San Diegan recipient of the $100,000 scholarship program, presented by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter. The scholarship program awards one exceptional senior high school student, with financial needs, 100K to put towards their enrollment in a college or university.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified School District Opens 2019-20 School Choice Application Window Oct. 1; More than 10,000 area students expected to apply

09/28/2018

Monday, October 1, marks the start of the school choice window for the 2019-20 school year at San Diego Unified School District. School Choice gives students the chance to enroll next year in magnet

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Johnson Elementary Receives $5K Grant from Barona Band of Mission Indians

09/26/2018

The Barona Band of Mission Indians has awarded students and teachers at Henry C. Johnson Elementary School in San Diego a $5,000 Barona Education Grant. The grant was sponsored by California State Senator Toni Atkins. Barona Tribal Vice Chairman Ray Welch presented the $5,000 check to students and Principal Tracey Jenkins-Martin.

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Board Actions Summary Report for Sept. 25, 2018

09/26/2018

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Recounts Personal Experiences, Encourages Students to Vote in Visit to Morse High

09/21/2018

Congressman John Lewis urged a gym full of Morse High School students on Friday to vote, letting a generation largely unfamiliar with his sacrifices know he was beaten bloody while fighting for their right. “Never give up. Never give in,” Lewis said to the students. “Get registered and vote, and we must vote like we’ve never ever voted before. People gave their lives for it. Only thing I gave, I gave a little blood.” Read more in the San Diego Union Tribune.

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Edison, Kimbrough and Rowan named three of nation’s healthiest schools

09/21/2018

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation released its list of “America’s Healthiest Schools” and three district schools – Edison, Kimbrough and Rowan – received the Bronze level award for their efforts to encourage students to promote healthy eating and physical activity. The three elementary schools were among a record 461 schools from 26 states that were recognized.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman John Lewis to visit Morse High School with co-creators of “March: Book One” to discuss their graphic novel

09/20/2018

Congressman John Lewis to visit Morse High School with co-creators of “March: Book One” to discuss their graphic novel WHAT: Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell will speak to Morse High students, who have read “March” in history/social studies and art classes. The first book in a trilogy, “March,” offers a vivid first-hand account of the early life of the civil rights icon, John Lewis, including his meeting Martin Luther King. Jr., the start of the Nashville Student Movement, and the non-violent efforts to stop segregation.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Johnson Elementary School to Receive $5,000 Education Grant from Barona Band of Mission Indians; State Senator Toni Atkins Nominated the School for the Opportunity to Apply

09/20/2018

Johnson Elementary School to Receive $5,000 Education Grant from Barona Band of Mission Indians; State Senator Toni Atkins Nominated the School for the Opportunity to Apply WHAT: The Barona Band of Mission Indians is awarding a $5,000 education grant to Johnson Elementary Magnet for STEM. Johnson Elementary was nominated by State Senator Toni Atkins to apply for the grant. Only applicants with the endorsement of a State Legislator are eligible to apply. WHEN: Monday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 a.m. WHERE: Johnson Elementary School, 1355 Kelton Rd., 92114

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Kearny High School dedicates new gym scoreboard to former district employee Art Hanby

09/13/2018

On the surface, it was your standard dedication ceremony for a remodeled gym -- a celebratory atmosphere with music, cheerleaders, and students.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Montgomery Middle School to Celebrate New Genius Lab and Partnership With Siemens

09/11/2018

Montgomery Middle School will officially launch its new Genius Lab, a high-tech makerspace developed with support from Siemens. The new lab is outfitted with modern modular furniture, collaborative learning

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Hoover Cluster of Schools to host community ‘Fiesta’ for families, students to showcase academic, enrichment opportunities available in Hoover Cluster

09/08/2018

Hoover Cluster of Schools to host community ‘Fiesta’ for families, students to showcase academic, enrichment opportunities available in Hoover Cluster

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Kearny High School to celebrate gym remodel; honor former district employee who gave time, money to school

09/05/2018

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Sept. 5, 2018 Kearny High School to celebrate gym remodel; honor former district employee who gave time, money to school

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified + San Diego Press Club present: September ED Talks

09/05/2018

San Diego journalists are invited to participate in the September Ed Talks, a casual forum hosted by the San Diego Unified School District in collaboration with the San Diego Press Club. The goal is to

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Board Actions Summary Report for Sept. 5, 2018

09/05/2018

All Board meeting agendas are posted at https://www.boarddocs.com/ca/sandi/Board.nsf/Public

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Teacher, student being recognized by American Heart Association for student’s use of Hands-only CPR to save a life

08/29/2018

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Aug. 29, 2018 Teacher, student being recognized by American Heart Association for student’s use of Hands-only CPR to save a life WHAT: A former Golden Hill K-8 student recently used her Hands-only CPR training to save the life of a young relative. The student received training last year from her teacher at Golden Hill, Robin Carby. Carby is receiving an award from the American Heart Association for her efforts to teach this life-saving technique (the student has chosen to be recognized privately).

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NEWS RELEASE: Public Media Release for Free and Reduced-Price Meals School Year 2018–19

08/28/2018

San Diego Unified announces its policy to serve nutritious meals every school day under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Effective July 1, 2018

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Grants from Target to help students from two elementary schools buy clothes and supplies for school

08/21/2018

In two separate events, select students from Rolando Park and Central elementary schools are receiving $100 gift cards to shop and purchase school supplies from Target, thanks to multiple

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Supt. Marten shares district goals, tips for back-to-school

08/20/2018

Cindy Marten will continue to lead the way for San Diego Unified School District after signing a four-year contract extension. With it, she has her eyes set on achieving some hefty goals.

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Local nonprofit to provide school supplies to district students

08/16/2018

A local non-profit program called “We Got Your Back Backpack Program” is getting kids ready for school. Students from five district schools, Sherman, Porter, Perkins, Kimbrough and Logan will be

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It's time to get ready to go back to school

08/15/2018

The San Diego Unified School District will open their classroom doors on Monday, August 27th this year and safety on campus is once again a top priority.

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Two district employees nominated for National LifeChanger of the Year Award

07/29/2018

Two San Diego Unified employees, Robbie DePerro and Moises Arellano, have been nominated for the 2018-19 National LifeChanger of the Year award.

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NEWS RELEASE: California Unveils New Method For Measuring High School Graduation Rate; San Diego Unified Maintains Top Position Among Big-City Schools

07/26/2018

San Diego Unified School District once again has the highest high school graduation rate -- and the lowest dropout rate -- among big-city school districts in California, according to results released

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Board of Education Votes to Extend Contract of Superintendent Cindy Marten

07/25/2018

San Diego Unified Board of Education Votes to Extend Contract of Superintendent Cindy Marten

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Summer Commencement Ceremony to Recognize Class of 2018 Graduates

07/24/2018

Summer Commencement Ceremony to Recognize Class of 2018 Graduates San Diego Unified is proud to congratulate more than 100 high school seniors who worked hard

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Five schools win Garden 2 Cafe Harvest Contest

07/12/2018

Challenger Middle and Kumeyaay, Miramar Ranch, Ocean Beach and Valencia Park elementary schools harvested 251 pounds of produce for their school cafeterias this year to win the Garden to Café Spring Harvest Contest.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Board of Education approves Neighborhood School Safety and Repair measure for the fall ballot

07/11/2018

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Unified Board of Education unanimously voted tonight to place the Neighborhood School Safety and Repair measure on the November ballot. The vote was 4-0 with Dr. Michael McQuary absent. The measure would provide $3.5 billion in funding to repair aging

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District celebrates 2018 retirees

07/10/2018

San Diego Unified recently celebrated its 2018 retirees at the annual Retiree Celebration held at the Ed Center.

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AASD recognizes ‘Distinguished Leaders’ for 2017-18

07/06/2018

Administrators from across the district have been honored for their leadership and work ethic by the Administrators Association of San Diego (AASD), the organization that represents many of San Diego Unified's managers, including principals. Honorees for 2017-18 include:

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Board Approves Budget With Added Funds for School Safety, Technology

06/27/2018

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NEWS RELEASE: Board Considers Budget With Added Funds for School Safety

06/26/2018

The San Diego Unified School District final 2018-19 budget will go before the Board of Education tonight with added funds for school safety, information technology services, and programs for homeless students.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten Continues Tradition of 12th Annual Student Camping Trip

06/21/2018

San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten Continues Tradition of 12th Annual Student Camping Trip

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Kicks-Off Summer Fun Café with Free Family Barbecue

06/19/2018

San Diego Unified Kicks-Off Summer Fun Café with Free Family Barbecue

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Hosts Free Community Education Resource Fair

06/14/2018

San Diego Unified Hosts Free Community Education Resource Fair

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Graduation Schedule 2018

06/08/2018

San Diego Unified is proud to congratulate more than 6,000 graduating high school seniors this June

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified School Police Arrest Man Suspected of Sexual Battery Against Student at Bell Middle School

06/01/2018

San Diego Unified School Police Arrest Man Suspected of Sexual Battery Against Student at Bell Middle School

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District honors top graduates at ‘Salute to Excellence’

05/31/2018

More than 80 high school seniors graduating in the top of their class were honored at the annual “Salute to Excellence” celebration at Sea World.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Students Launch “If You See Something, Say Something” Public Service Announcement Video Campaign

05/31/2018

San Diego Unified Students Launch “If You See Something, Say Something” Public Service Announcement Video Campaign

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified and San Diego Community College District Host First Ever "BE YOUR STORY" African American Post-Graduation Success Summit 2018

05/25/2018

San Diego Unified and San Diego Community College District Host First Ever "BE YOUR STORY" African American Post-Graduation Success Summit 2018

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Top One Percent of San Diego Unified High School Graduates to be Honored at 'Salute To Excellence'; Outstanding Students in Class of 2018 Honored at Annual Event

05/25/2018

Top One Percent of San Diego Unified High School Graduates to be Honored at 'Salute To Excellence'; Outstanding Students in Class of 2018 Honored at Annual Event

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Students from Morse High School Automotive Program Help Develop Paint Design for New 2018 Ford Mustang, F150 Truck; Vehicles on Display Friday at Morse

05/24/2018

Students from Morse High School Automotive Program Help Develop Paint Design for New 2018 Ford Mustang, F150 Truck; Vehicles on Display Friday at Morse WHAT: The new 2018 Ford Mustang and F-150 Truck will be on display at Morse High School, featuring a paint design that students from Morse High’s automotive program helped create.

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Point Loma High's Barbara Buchanan named ‘Classified Employee of the Year’

05/23/2018

It was a celebration that had people dancing in the aisles as the district honored the countless contributions of its classified employees at the 2018 Classified Employee of the Year event.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified to Honor 2018 Classified Employees of the Year

05/21/2018

California recognizes the important contributions of classified school employees by naming the third full week of May "Classified School Employee Week" to honor these contributions. Classified

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified College, Career & Technical Education (CCTE) Student Showcase Featuring Nick Cannon Foundation’s America’s Teen Mogul (ATM) Competition

05/17/2018

San Diego Unified College, Career & Technical Education (CCTE) Student Showcase

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San Diego Unified recognizes 2018 Teachers of the Year

05/10/2018

Georgeanne Gedney, early childhood special education teacher at Linda Vista Elementary, Sara Dickman, dance teacher at CPMA and Lynsey Littlefield, special education teacher/ASB advisor at

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NEWS RELEASE: UC San Diego Partners with San Diego Unified to Increase Arts Education Opportunities for Students

05/07/2018

UC San Diego Partners with San Diego Unified to Increase Arts Education Opportunities for Students University to help increase arts education

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified 2018 Day of the Teacher Celebration; Hundreds expected to attend the annual celebration in honor of National Teacher Day

05/04/2018

San Diego Unified 2018 Day of the Teacher Celebration; Hundreds expected to attend the annual celebration in honor of National Teacher Day

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Celebrates College Signing Day 2018 at Lincoln High School

04/30/2018

San Diego Unified Celebrates College Signing Day 2018 at Lincoln High School

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MEDIA ADVISORY: UC San Diego Partners with San Diego Unified to Create the Next Generation of San Diego Artists by Pledging $100,000 to Arts Education

04/25/2018

UC San Diego Partners with San Diego Unified to Create the Next Generation of San Diego Artists by Pledging $100,000 to Arts Education

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Mayor Kevin Falconer and San Diego Unified Superintendent Cindy Marten Break Ground on New Joint-Use Park at Horton Elementary School

04/23/2018

Mayor Kevin Falconer and San Diego Unified Superintendent Cindy Marten Break Ground on New Joint-Use Park at Horton Elementary School

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified + San Diego Press Club present: APRIL ED Talks: SDUSD Student Civic Leadership & Engagement

04/18/2018

San Diego journalists are invited to participate in the April Ed Talks, a casual forum hosted by the San Diego Unified School District in collaboration with the San Diego Press Club. The goal is to foster open and civilized conversations about public education.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District and the YMCA Initiate Local Partnership at Pacific Beach Middle School

04/17/2018

WHAT: San Diego Unified, Pacific Beach Middle School, and Beach and Bay Family YMCA will come together prior to Pacific Beach Middle School’s Back to School Night to celebrate a growing

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NEWS RELEASE: Zamorano Elementary teacher named CA Outstanding Elementary Visual Art Educator of the Year

04/16/2018

Zamorano Elementary Teacher Recognized by California Art Education Association

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Kicks off Earth Day Celebrations with Climate Action Summit

04/12/2018

San Diego Unified Kicks off Earth Day Celebrations with Climate Action Summit

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Town Hall Meetings to Discuss San Diego Unified School Board Election Process Begin Tonight

04/11/2018

WHAT: Members of the media are invited to cover meetings being held across San Diego to discuss possible changes to the election process for the San Diego Unified School District Board of

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified’s National Assessment Scores Increase in Reading and Mathematics

04/10/2018

Results from the 2017 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), known as the Nation’s Report Card, released today by the U.S. Department of Education show San Diego Unified School

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San Diego Unified’s National Assessment Scores Increase in Reading and Mathematics

04/10/2018

Results from the 2017 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), known as the Nation’s Report Card, released today by the U.S. Department

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Saluting dispatchers at San Diego Unified School Police April 8-14

04/09/2018

On duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, dispatchers with San Diego Unified School Police Department play a critical role in keeping our schools safe. During the second week in April,

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified School District, San Diego Education Association Reach Three-Year Tentative Agreement on 2018-19 Contract

04/04/2018

San Diego Unified School District, San Diego Education Association Reach Three-Year Tentative agreement on 2018-19 Contract

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Multiple elementary schools recognized under state’s Distinguished Schools Program

04/03/2018

The California Distinguished Schools Program is back after three years – and San Diego Unified schools are showing their star power more than ever.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Visual and Performing Arts Department Announces Spotlight Award Winners

03/23/2018

The Visual and Performing Arts Department (VAPA) of the San Diego Unified School District is pleased to announce the winners of the district’s first ever, VAPA Spotlight Awards. These awards

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Student “Chavistas” from 22 San Diego Unified Schools Honor Cesar Chavez at 9th Annual Mañanitas Breakfast

03/22/2018

Student “Chavistas” from 22 San Diego Unified Schools Honor Cesar Chavez at 9th Annual Mañanitas Breakfast

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Offers Free Lunch and Snacks During Spring Break

03/22/2018

SAN DIEGO (March 22, 2018) – San Diego Unified School District, in partnership with the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation and a local YMCA, is offering lunch and snacks at no cost to students during spring break.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified to Host Press Conference with San Diego Chief of Police and San Diego District Attorney to Address Plan of Action and Consequences of Making Threats to Schools

03/21/2018

San Diego Unified to Host Press Conference with San Diego Chief of Police and San Diego District Attorney to Address Plan of Action and Consequences of

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Madison High students win statewide culinary competition

03/21/2018

With a menu that included ceviche, pork tenderloin stuffed with chorizo and cilantro pistou, and salted caramel cremeux, three Madison High School students cooked their way past 23 other teams to win the 16th annual California ProStart Cup.

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NEWS RELEASE: Serra High School threat investigation concludes with arrest

03/21/2018

San Diego Unified School Police today announced the arrest of a juvenile at Serra High School for allegedly making a threat against the school.

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Opportunity for parents, community to recognize individuals who contribute to Special Education

03/19/2018

The Special Education Above and Beyond Awards presented by the Community Advisory Committee for Special Education is an opportunity for parents, staff and the community to recognize

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Education to Employment program helps students identify career interests, connect with industry professionals

03/19/2018

Would you be drawn to Pay-Doh, building blocks or an odd looking figure made of paper cups, tin foil, paper clips and other random items? Would an empty table with the word “lead” or “mentor” draw you in? As part of the Education to Employment (E2E) program at Kearny High School, students participate in lessons like “Let Them Play,” in which they tour 15 stations like “build,” “lead” or “mentor” and they choose which lessons interest them the most. The idea is that these lessons will ultimately lead students toward a career path most suitable for them.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Kearny High School to Introduce New Facility for Education to Employment (E2E) Career Development Program

03/19/2018

Kearny High School to Introduce New Facility for Education to Employment (E2E) Career Development Program San Diego Unified School District partnerships with the Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education at the University of San Diego, the San Diego Workforce Partnership, and Booz Allen Hamilton help connect students with career advice and industry professionals.

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District resource teacher appointed to statewide panel for computer science education

03/16/2018

Shirley Miranda, a district resource teacher who previously taught computer science at Morse High School, was recently appointed by State Superintendent Tom Torlakson to the Computer Science

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A message from the Superintendent about students, school safety

03/15/2018

This week, millions of American students took part in peaceful demonstrations against school shootings. I attended one of these demonstrations organized by our high school students. It was

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified, San Diego Press Club Present ED Talks-- A new education forum for journalists

03/15/2018

San Diego journalists are invited to participate in the March Ed Talks, a casual forum hosted by the San Diego Unified School District in collaboration with the San Diego Press Club. The goal is to foster

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Students participate in peaceful demonstrations to honor Parkland, Florida shooting victims

03/15/2018

Thousands of students at schools throughout San Diego Unified School District joined students nationwide in stepping out of their classrooms to honor the 17 individuals killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida in February. Students participated in a variety of activities as part of the “Enough! National School Walkout” national movement to take action around gun violence.

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Bird Rock Elementary students changing world, themselves one good deed at a time

03/13/2018

“Be Part of This World and Not Just in It” is the motto that Kristi Nelson’s first-grade students at Bird Rock Elementary practice each and every day. The students have taken part in community outreach efforts that include gathering school supplies for students in Houston after the floods, to gathering clothes for needy children, raising funds for endangered animals and caroling for local businesses and senior centers.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Students to Lead Positive Demonstrations in Honor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting Victims

03/12/2018

San Diego Unified Students to Lead Positive Demonstrations in Honor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting Victims

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District and City of San Diego Celebrate New Garden at Cherokee Point Elementary School

03/08/2018

San Diego Unified School District and City of San Diego Celebrate New Garden at Cherokee Point Elementary School

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified VAPA Foundation Announces 2018 Grant Recipients

03/08/2018

SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2018) - Fourteen teachers from the San Diego Unified School District have been awarded a combined $11,000 in grants to pursue artistic projects with their students – in TK through high school - thanks to the new non-profit VAPA Foundation.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Celebrates Music in Our Schools Month with Announcement of Music Instruction in 100% of its schools

03/05/2018

San Diego Unified Celebrates Music in Our Schools Month with Announcement of Music Instruction in 100% of its schools

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Police Identify Student Suspected of Making False Threats on Social Media Against Four District Schools

02/24/2018

The San Diego Unified School District police department has identified a student who is suspected of posting false threats against four schools on social media following the tragic shooting in Parkland, Florida.

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NEWS RELEASE – San Diego Unified Students Join Julia Morgan Society and Women’s Construction Coalition for Tour of Patrick Henry High School Construction Site

02/08/2018

February 8, 2018 -- Patrick Henry High School - and the vast construction work that's underway on the campus - has served as a living classroom for students

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Serra High student receives national recognition for community service

02/06/2018

Serra High student receives national recognition for community service

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JumpStart Theatre Program coming to San Diego Unified middle schools

02/02/2018

Middle school students in the San Diego Unified School District may be one step closer to their big break.

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NEWS RELEASE: Black College Expo To Offer Opportunities for On-the-Spot College Admissions and Scholarships to San Diego Unified High School Students

02/02/2018

Black College Expo To Offer Opportunities for On-the-Spot College Admissions and Scholarships to San Diego Unified High School Students

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Middle Schools Eligible to Participate in Musical Theater Program Sponsored by La Jolla Playhouse, Educational Theatre Association

02/02/2018

San Diego, CA – Middle school students in the San Diego Unified School District may be one step closer to their big break.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified with the Government of Mexico to Offer Bi-National Students New Educational Resources

01/25/2018

WHAT: A delegation from San Diego Unified will visit schools in Mexico as part of its commitment to support bi-national students with a donation of resources aimed at bridging the educational gap for

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Hundreds of San Diego Unified Students to Become Professional Photographers for a Day

01/13/2018

WHAT: As a part of San Diego Unified’s commitment to getting students career and college ready, more than 200 students will have the opportunity to take part in Photo 360, a series of workshops

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WATCH: Montgomery Middle School Students Share Their Learning with Inspiring STEAM Showcase

01/12/2018

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Partners with SeaWorld San Diego to Offer Unique Project-Based Learning experiences and Career Pathways Options

12/11/2017

Immersive, in-park program aims to educate students about the impact humans have on animals and ocean health

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Honors Commitment to Military Supports with Holiday Card Drive

12/11/2017

Help spread joy to single military members stationed in San Diego away from their families this holiday season

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Increases Commitment to Arts Education by Launching Visual and Performing Arts Foundation

11/14/2017

SAN DIEGO (November 14, 2017) – The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education has authorized the Visual and Performing Arts Department (VAPA) to launch a new non-profit foundation

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Hosts Robotics STEM Lab Aboard USS Midway

10/26/2017

WHAT: The San Diego Unified School District in partnership with the USS Midway and Raytheon have come together to inspire students to aim for careers in the STEM fields.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Extends Minimum-Day Schedules at Many School Sites October 25 Due to Anticipated High Temperatures

10/24/2017

The San Diego Unified School District will be implementing minimum-day schedules at many schools tomorrow, October 25, due to anticipated high temperatures, humidity and heat index. Schools on

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Implements Minimum Day Schedules at Many School Sites October 24 Due to Anticipated High Temperatures

10/23/2017

The San Diego Unified School District will be implementing minimum day schedules at many schools tomorrow, October 24, due to anticipated high temperatures, humidity and heat index. Schools on regular day schedules are expected to operate under our Hot Weather Plan guidelines

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Increases Commitment to Bilingual Education by Proposing New Dual Language Academy

10/20/2017

SAN DIEGO (October 20, 2017) – On Tuesday, October 24, the San Diego Unified School Board will consider a proposal that would increase the district’s dual language immersion program as a part of

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Press Conference to Mark Opening of the San Diego Unified 2018-19 School Choice Application Window at Newest Visual and Performing Arts Campus, and Announcement of Partnership with La Jolla Playhouse

10/02/2017

Press Conference to Mark Opening of the San Diego Unified 2018-19 School Choice Application Window at Newest Visual and Performing Arts Campus, and Announcement of Partnership with La Jolla Playhouse

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NEWS RELEASE – San Diego Unified School District Selected as a 2017 San Diego Food System Alliance EMIE Award Winner for “Love Food Not Waste” Program

09/28/2017

San Diego Unified School District has been hailed as a leader in food waste reduction by the San Diego Food System Alliance, winning the UnWasted Food Award for the “Love Food Not Waste” pilot program. The

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NEWS RELEASE – University City High School Marks Construction Milestone As Investment In Campus Transformation Continues

09/28/2017

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Partners with Cesar Chavez Service Clubs to Host Benefit Concert for Victims of Mexico City Earthquake

09/26/2017

WHAT: Students from the San Diego Unified School District will perform in a relief concert to benefit school children in Mexico following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that caused

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School Police honor cancer patients, fellow officers with commemorative markings

09/26/2017

The San Diego Unified School Police Department protects and serves more than 120,000 district students and staff on a daily basis.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Chinese Education Bureau to Visit La Jolla High School to learn about San Diego Unified’s Exemplary Academic Practices

09/25/2017

WHAT: A group of Chinese Dignitaries from San Diego’s Friendship City Huzhou, China will visit La Jolla High School on Tuesday. The visit was requested by the Vice-Mayor of Huzhou to

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NEWS RELEASE - Public Media Release for Free and Reduced-Price Meals for School Year 2017–18

09/22/2017

School Year 2017–18 - Public Media Release for Free and Reduced-Price Meals

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MEDIA ADVISORY: University City High School Marks Construction Milestone As Investment In Campus Transformation Continues

09/20/2017

University City High School Marks Construction Milestone As Investment In Campus Transformation Continues WHAT: District leaders and UCHS students will celebrate the official grand opening of recently completed Fabrication and Design program space, new athletic facilities and site improvements with a ribbon cutting ceremony before a varsity home game against Mar Vista. WHEN: Friday, September 22, 6:15 p.m. – Media tours available earlier by request.

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San Diego High’s Jaime Brown named SD County Teacher of the Year

09/18/2017

San Diego High School’s Jaime Brown was named one of five County Teachers of the Year at the 27th Annual Salute to Teachers event hosted by the San Diego County Office of Education and Cox Communications.

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NEWS RELEASE - San Diego Unified School District recognized by American Heart Association for workplace health achievement

09/15/2017

The 2017 results of the American Heart Association Workplace Health Achievement Index were announced earlier this week and San Diego Unified School District achieved Silver level recognition for taking significant steps to build a culture of health in the workplace.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Week with Mexican Independence Day Multi-Cultural Festivities

09/14/2017

DETAILS:The San Diego Unified School District recognizes the diversity reflected within the City of San Diego as well as its students and staff and

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NEWS RELEASE - New Report Validates Record Graduation Rate, Hard Work of Teachers and Students

09/06/2017

The San Diego Education Research Alliance (SanDERA) today published a new report that documents rising academic achievement within the San Diego Unified School District, including the highest graduation rates of any big-city district in the state.

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NEWS RELEASE - San Diego Unified condemns decision to rescind Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals 'DACA'

09/05/2017

Today, President Donald Trump acted to remove the protections afforded to thousands of immigrant students under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Celebrate the First Day of School with San Diego Unified

08/24/2017

WHAT: More than 111,000 students in the San Diego Unified School District will head back to school on August 28. Join Supt. Cindy Marten, school board members, school administrators, teachers,

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Wegeforth Elementary Celebrates Going Back-to-School with New Outdoor Classroom

08/24/2017

DETAILS: Wegeforth Elementary is only 1 of 2 schools in San Diego County that won the Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant. With those funds, they have constructed a beautiful garden that will be

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MEDIA ADVISORY: 3rd Annual San Diego Unified School Police “True Blue Buddies” Yearlong Mentorship Program Kicks-Off with Back-to-School Shopping Spree

08/23/2017

WHAT: The third annual San Diego Unified School District Police Department “True Blue Buddies” event will pair 30 deserving students from Dewey

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NEWS RELEASE: Morse High School Students Return to School With New Career Skills Thanks to Summer STEM Solar Work Experience

08/21/2017

Morse High School Students Return to School With New Career Skills Thanks to Summer STEM Solar Work Experience; Innovative STEM program gives students the opportunity to practice their leadership skills with a hands-on experience in the green energy sector San Diego, Calif., Aug. 18, 2017 – In collaboration with the Morse High School STEM team, San Diego Unified School District and OpTerra Energy Services developed a five-session summer program for students in the school’s STEM Distinction Program.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Partners with OpTerra Energy Services To Develop Innovative Summer STEM Solar Program at Morse High School

08/16/2017

WHAT: In collaboration with the Morse High School STEM team, San Diego Unified School District and OpTerra Energy Services developed a five-session summer program for students in the school’s STEM Distinction Program. This innovative, client-based integrated project based learning program

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Free Military Appreciation Event to Help Families, Children Prepare for New School Year

08/09/2017

The San Diego Unified School District serves more than 9,000 military-connected students each year. Many are new to the area and will be entering a new school in San Diego Unified on

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2017/2018 application for free and reduced-price meals now available

07/12/2017

The 2017/2018 application for free and reduced-price meals is now available online for families to complete. Families of students who attend Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and Provision 2

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Announces Participation in Annual San Diego LGBT Pride Parade

07/12/2017

SAN DIEGO (July 12, 2017) - The San Diego Unified School District, along with it’s students, teachers and stakeholders, is proud to once again participate in the San Diego Pride parade on July 15.

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NEWS RELEASE: Energy Officials and San Diego Unified Celebrate Zero Net Energy Pilot at Vista Grande Elementary School

07/07/2017

SAN DIEGO (July 7, 2017) – To mark the start of the transformation of the Vista Grande Elementary School’s main building into a zero net energy (ZNE) site, California Energy Commissioner Andrew

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten Continues Tradition of 11th Annual Camping with Students

06/22/2017

San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten Continues Tradition of 11th Annual Camping with Students

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MEDIA ADVISORY: As San Diego Unified Expands STEAM Programs; California Coast Credit Union Offers Local Teachers Free STREAM Project Funding

06/20/2017

As San Diego Unified Expands STEAM Programs; California Coast Credit Union Offers Local Teachers Free STREAM Project Funding

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Graduation Schedule 2017

06/12/2017

DETAILS: It's that time of year again - graduation day. High school Commencement ceremonies will be taking place Tuesday, June 13, and Wednesday, June 14. You are invited to cover the public high

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Why San Diego schools has to address its 'very serious' budget deficit

06/09/2017

Superintendent Cindy Marten outlines why balancing the budget and achieving fiscal stability is so important for the district, and why students and parents should be excited about the future in this commentary in the San Diego Union Tribune.

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Foster Elementary fifth-grader wins Bill Howe drawing contest

06/08/2017

Story provided by Bill Howe Plumbing The culmination of our American Heart Association & Bill Howe Sponsored Drawing Contest; Why Bill Howe has a Mission to Give Back to San Diego. When we began Bill Howe Plumbing in San Diego, we had a clear goal to include community service in our mission. We have always believed that if we were to succeed in building Bill Howe into a great company, we had to commit to giving back. San Diego and the many communities from border to border are the places where we play, raise our children, and perform work.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Invitational Mile Run for Elementary Students in Honor of Chelsea King

06/07/2017

WHAT: More than 150 elementary students from 13 San Diego schools are participating in the Chelsea King Invitational Mile. Students in grades 3-6 will compete against others in their grade level

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East Village High student’s artwork to be featured on city bus shelters in June

06/07/2017

Next time you are waiting for the bus in the City of San Diego, take a second look to your left and to your right. The colorful and innovative artwork on the bus shelters are courtesy of East Village High School junior Jon Harper, one of the three grand prize winners of the 14th Annual Laptop Scholarship Contest sponsored by MTS, Coca-Cola Refreshments of San Diego, and the San Diego County Office of Education.

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Scripps Ranch High teacher named ‘Best Local Theatre Teacher’

06/06/2017

Patrick Garcia, theater teacher at Scripps Ranch High School, was named the Best Local Theatre Teacher at the Ben Vereen Awards held recently at the Balboa Theatre in downtown San Diego.

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School Police Give Porter Elementary Students a Tour of the Harbor

06/02/2017

Last week, students from Porter Elementary in the San Diego Unified Police Department's "True Blue Buddies" program were treated to a day of adventure and learning down at San Diego Harbor. As

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Eco Squad transforming Challenger Middle one tomato at a time

06/01/2017

At Challenger Middle School in San Diego Unified School District, the inspiring garden team of teachers, students, and cafeteria staff is proving that “learning-as-you-go” can yield truly magnificent results.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Announces Selection of New Interim Principal for Lincoln High School

05/30/2017

SAN DIEGO (May 30, 2017) – The San Diego Unified School District will announce at this evening’s general board meeting that Mr. Jose Soto-Ramos has been offered the opportunity to serve as the

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MEDIA ADVISORY: 'Salute To Excellence' to Honor Top One Percent of San Diego Unified High School Grads

05/30/2017

'Salute To Excellence' to Honor Top One Percent of San Diego Unified High School Grads; Outstanding Students in Class of 2017 Honored at Annual Event

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified School District Recognized as 2017 Energy Champion for Achievements in Energy Efficiency

05/30/2017

SAN DIEGO--San Diego Gas & Electric recently presented San Diego Unified School District with a 2017 Energy Champion award for its outstanding results in energy efficiency, sustainability and conservation. San Diego Unified was lauded for its continued commitment to implementing

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San Diego Unified names Classified Employee of the Year, honors others at annual event

05/24/2017

Carolina Iglesias’ primary role at Marston Middle may be enrollment clerk, but her reach extends far beyond enrollment. Her compassion for students and willingness to step in wherever needed are

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified's College, Career & Technical Education (CCTE) Showcase Featuring Nick Cannon Foundation’s America’s Teen Mogul (ATM) Competition

05/23/2017

College, Career & Technical Education (CCTE) Showcase Featuring Nick Cannon Foundation’s America’s Teen Mogul (ATM) Competition

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified To Honor Classified Employees of the Year

05/22/2017

WHAT: California recognizes the important contributions of classified school employees by naming the third full week of May "Classified School Employee Week" to honor these

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NEWS RELEASE: Captain Michael Marquez Named New San Diego School Police Chief

05/17/2017

SAN DIEGO (May 16, 2017) - Captain Michael Marquez, a veteran San Diego School Police Captain, has been named the new San Diego School Police Chief.

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NEWS RELEASE - San Diego Unified Teacher Lay Off Notices Cut In Half

05/12/2017

San Diego Unified Teacher Lay Off Notices Cut In Half; Successful early retirement program paves way for nearly 500 pink-slipped teachers to return to school in the fall

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District honors 2017 Teachers of the Year

05/10/2017

Claudia Sanchez-Guevara, Vanessa Hart and Jean-Paul Balmat are San Diego Unified’s 2017 Teachers of the Year.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified School District Receives "Women in Business Champions of the Year" Award

05/08/2017

AN DIEGO (May 4, 2017) – The rate of women-owned business enterprises participating in San Diego Unified School District’s capital improvement projects reached new heights as a result of a

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NEWS RELEASE: Spanish Soccer Giant Teams Up with Local School District

05/08/2017

SAN DIEGO (May 4, 2017) - FC Barcelona, through its FCBEscola Program, has partnered with the San Diego Unified School District to bring the first ever “FCBEscola” Soccer Academy to San Diego. Serving

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Early draft LCAP available for review, input

05/04/2017

The earliest version of the upcoming year's LCAP is available during May for review and input.

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NEWS RELEASE: 13 San Diego Unified High Schools Named Best in The Nation

05/04/2017

SAN DIEGO (May 4, 2017) – The San Diego Unified School District is proud to announce that 13 district high schools have earned a spot on the 2017 U.S. News and World Report’s list of “Best High Schools in America.”

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified, Government of Mexico Celebrate “Children’s Day” with Partnership to Support Bi-National Students

04/28/2017

SAN DIEGO (April 28, 2017) - El Día del Niño (Children’s Day) is an annual holiday celebrated in Mexico to honor and celebrate children.

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified’s Board of Education to Consider Endorsing Proposed Senate Bill 30

04/25/2017

SAN DIEGO (April 24, 2017) - On Tuesday, April 25, 2017, the San Diego Unified School District’s board members will consider endorsing California State Senator Ricardo Lara’s proposed Senate Bill 30

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified’s Superintendent Heads to State Capitol

04/20/2017

SAN DIEGO (April 20, 2017) – San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten will travel to Sacramento this morning to meet with state leaders on education funding. California is

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In the News: Tests show no lead concerns in water at 15 schools

04/14/2017

The latest round of water tests found no high levels of lead at 15 campuses in the San Diego Unified School District. The City of San Diego, the district’s water-supplier, is testing all schools in San Diego Unified at the district’s request under a new state program. The testing process is in the early stages. Read more in the San Diego Union-Tribune

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Important facts about the district graduation rate

04/13/2017

We deeply appreciate the trust parents place in San Diego Unified. Our commitment to families, in return, is that all students will leave our schools ready to attend college, start a career and fully

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San Diego Unified donates 7,000 pounds of food for community hunger relief efforts

04/11/2017

San Diego Unified’s Food and Nutrition Services has been piloting a new program, Love Food Not Waste, that allows leftover food from the school meal program to be diverted from the landfill to

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NEWS RELEASE: San Diego Unified Achieves Highest Graduation Rate Among Large California Districts

04/11/2017

AN DIEGO – Today, the State of California released the official graduation rate data for the Class of 2016, and San Diego Unified ranked first among the top 5 largest districts – ahead of Los Angeles,

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified Launches New Food Recovery Program; Donating 7,000 Pounds of Food for Community Hunger Relief Efforts

04/07/2017

WHAT: Just in time for Earth Month, San Diego Unified is announcing the Love Food Not Waste San Diego Unified School District food recovery and rescue program. This pilot program offers an avenue

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MEDIA ADVISORY: More than 100 San Diego Youth to Play at Copley Symphony Hall San Diego Unified Students Present High School Honors Concert

04/06/2017

WHAT: Student musicians from 12 San Diego Unified School District high schools will perform at the Jacobs Music Center Symphony Hall. Students will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play on the San Diego Symphony stage.

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School police officers expand knowledge of restorative practices

04/04/2017

Article courtesy of the Mid-City Community Advocacy Network From March 27 to 29, 10 San Diego Unified School District police officers gathered to learn about restorative justice techniques and how to refer cases to the City Heights Restorative Community Conferencing Pilot Program. Restorative justice is focused on bringing youth responsible for committing a crime and those harmed by their actions together to agree on how to repair it. It is a tool for school police balancing keeping order at a school with helping guide young people’s development.

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NEWS RELEASE: Testing for lead in water at San Diego Unified schools started today; Testing to be completed by mid-June

04/04/2017

SAN DIEGO, CA – The City of San Diego began testing water for lead today at schools in San Diego Unified School District. It is anticipated that the water testing at district schools, and charter schools operating on district property, will be completed by mid-June. The testing is made possible by a

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April Harvest of the Month: Minneola Tangelos

04/03/2017

Fresh from Wolff Ranch in Pala, Minneola tangelos are available on cafeteria salad bars throughout the San Diego Unified School District every Wednesday in April.

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Important facts, materials relating to Emerson-Bandini water testing

03/30/2017

An NBC 7 report on March 30 contained multiple inaccuracies regarding the district’s work to provide clean, safe drinking water at all of its school sites. Therefore, in order to directly provide the most accurate and up-to-date information to the students, parents and the community we serve, moving forward the district will be updating its website on a regular basis to share the facts in this matter.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified’s ULTIMATE Spring Break FUN guide

03/30/2017

WHAT: Media is invited to visit the City Heights Recreation center for information on fun and free resources provided by The San Diego Unified School District that parents can take advantage of this

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Lindbergh Schweitzer's garden blooms thanks to teamwork

03/30/2017

Story courtesy of Food Corp's "Garden Spotlight" Imagine that you are strolling through an elementary school campus on a sunny spring day in San Diego. You turn a corner and happen upon a bountiful garden full of raised garden beds. After pausing to marvel at the kale, arugula, radishes, chamomile, flowers, cucumbers, sunflowers, lettuce, chard, and corn, you continue on through the campus.

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De Portola's Weiner named 'Inspirational Teacher of the Month'

03/29/2017

Sheila Weiner's students at De Portola Middle School in Tierrasanta say she is great because she does things out of the ordinary. NBC 7's Rory Devine presented her with the Inspirational Teacher of the Month award in front of her class and peers.

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NEWS RELEASE: California Education Leaders to President Trump: We Will Protect Immigrant Students from Discrimination and Attack

03/22/2017

California Education Leaders to President Trump:We Will Protect Immigrant Students from Discrimination and Attack

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Patrick Henry High School’s Robotics Team Takes All in Regional Competition and is Now Headed to World Championship

03/16/2017

Patrick Henry High School’s Robotics Team Takes All in Regional Competition and is Now Headed to World Championship

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District scores above average on new state accountability system

03/15/2017

California launched its new accountability system and San Diego Unified scores are above average on four of the five indicators reported in this early stage of implementation. The district achieved the “green” level, which is the second highest level and the state target, on four of the five indicators - Suspension rate, Graduation rate, English language arts, and Mathematics. On the fifth indicator, English learner progress, the district mark was “yellow” or median performance.

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NEWS RELEASE - State Launches New Accountability System; San Diego Unified Scores Above Average

03/15/2017

SAN DIEGO – California today launched its new state accountability and continuous improvement system that provides a wealth of new information regarding performance to parents and educators

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MEDIA ADVISORY: “Dream Big & Spring Forward” into Arts Education Month with Student Showcases All Month Long

03/11/2017

San Diego Unified is celebrating arts education with dozens of student produced events that encourage students to create, innovate, and inspire others to embrace diversity and dream big.

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San Diego Unified Students Take Part in First-Ever San Diego Pride LGBTQ+ Youth Art Show

03/09/2017

Students from five San Diego Unified School District Middle and High Schools are taking part in the first of its kind LGBTQ+ youth art show Saturday, March 11th. Organized by San Diego LGBT Pride, in partner with Art of Pride and The Trevor Project, San Diego Pride will be hosting the LGBTQ+ youth art show at their main office this weekend.

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Lincoln, La Jolla sports teams win CIF championship titles

03/06/2017

Six San Diego Unified sports teams competed this past weekend for CIF championships in soccer and basketball. Three teams walked away with titles; three fell just a few points short. Champions Girls Basketball Division III Lincoln High School 59, Santana 25 http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sports/high-school-preps/sd-sp-preps... Girls Soccer Division II

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Clairemont High senior wins state wrestling championship

03/05/2017

From the San Diego Union Tribune Clairemont senior is state wrestling champ Clairemont High’s Stephanie Maldonado learned a valuable lesson in 2016 when she had to battle back through numerous rounds before finishing fourth in the girls state wrestling championships in Visalia: It’s not good to lose early. So Maldonado went one better this weekend — she didn’t lose at all.

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Crawford High Boys Cross Country team excels on and off course

03/03/2017

The Crawford High School Cross Country team’s success in sport was noteworthy this season, but it was their citizenship and sportsmanship that drew the attention of the San Diego CIF office, which recognized the team with the “Victory with Honor” Award. They are the only San Diego County team to receive the award for sports played in fall 2016.

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600 graduating seniors selected to receive free tuition, books at SD Community Colleges

03/02/2017

Six-hundred graduating high school seniors are being notified they will receive free tuition and books beginning the fall of 2017 at a San Diego Community College (SDCCD) campus through the San Diego Promise. The San Diego Promise pays for enrollment fees and books that are not covered by financial aid. In exchange, San Diego Promise participants must to take part in orientation services and map out an education plan, be enrolled in at least 12 units for both fall and spring, provide at least eight hours of community service, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.

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District statement on rights of transgender students

03/01/2017

Last week, the Department of Education and Department of Justice rescinded the federal guidance they released less than a year ago that instructed schools across the country on how to create welcoming, safe, and supportive school environments for transgender and gender nonconforming students.

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Encanto Elementary students learn to reduce, reuse and recycle

03/01/2017

Picture this. An outdoor garden living room made from repurposed furniture. A bin full of rich compost made from school salad bar scraps. Strikingly beautiful garden murals painted onto recycled wood slabs. Bird feeders made from cardboard toilet paper rolls, peanut butter, and birdseed. Germination kits made from plastic lunch containers. Bins of empty cans and bottles ready to be recycled. Labeled buckets waiting near the cafeteria tables, ready to collect food, milk and packaging waste during lunchtime.

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NEWS RELEASE - San Diego Unified School Board Balances Budget with No Increases in Class Size

02/28/2017

Approves early retirements, other strategies to reduce layoffs; Unanimous vote protects long-term fiscal health of district’s schools

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Just the Facts: District Graduation Measures

02/24/2017

In May of last year, the San Diego Unified School District reported 92 percent of its students from the Class of 2016 were on track to graduate. The number was significant for three main reasons:

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Hundreds gather to explore the possibilities at UC San Diego

02/24/2017

College, even UCSD, is within reach for all students That was the message conveyed to more than 500 students and parents who gathered recently to learn about UC San Diego as a college option at an “Evening with UCSD.” Attendees were greeted by UCSD staff and students as they entered the auditorium. UCSD’s Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Juan Gonzalez opened the program, followed by other UCSD representatives who spoke about the admissions process, applying for financial aid and the career services available.

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JROTC Holiday Food Drive nets nearly 40,000 pounds of food

02/22/2017

On their own, each of the district’s 13 JROTC units gathered thousands of pounds of nonperishable food items for donation. Together, they amassed close to 40,000 pounds of food - 38,208 to be exact - as part of the JROTC annual holiday food drive. The drive is part of the JROTC Service Learning Project to support the city in collecting food during the holiday season.

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Lincoln High dedicates new courtroom facility for mock trials, criminal justice classes

02/14/2017

Students, staff, and respected professionals from the legal field recently came together to celebrate the opening of a new courtroom facility at Lincoln High School. Built with the help of a generous donation from Sony Electronics Inc., the courtroom will be used by Lincoln’s Mock Trial Team and for criminal justice classes as well as the SAY San Diego Teen Court diversion program.

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Changes to Special Education focus on better quality instruction, serving more students across district

02/13/2017

In order to ensure that students have access to quality instruction, opportunities for peer interaction and social development, and are able to engage as a member of a robust classroom community, the district has announced that some elementary school and K-8 moderate-severe classrooms will be combined into neighborhood cluster classrooms beginning with the 2017-2018 school year.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Patrick Henry, Hoover High Boys Soccer Teams to Participate in First CIF San Diego Soccer Event at Qualcomm Stadium

02/10/2017

Patrick Henry, Hoover High Boys Soccer Teams to Participate in First CIF San Diego Soccer Event at Qualcomm Stadium

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Lincoln High School to Dedicate New Courtroom for Use by Mock Trial Team, Teen Court, Criminal Justice Classes

02/09/2017

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Feb. 9, 2017 Lincoln High School to Dedicate New Courtroom for Use by Mock Trial Team, Teen Court, Criminal Justice Classes

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Golden nugget tangerines on school salad bars each Wednesday this month

02/07/2017

Students (and school staff!) across the district can enjoy golden nugget tangerines on their school salad bars every Wednesday this month. Golden nugget tangerines are easy to peel, golden in color and have a bumpy texture. These sweet citrus come to us from Rockwood Ranch at Rancho Guejito in Escondido. Rancho Guejito has been farmed on since 1845 making the farm older than the state of California.

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Application deadline for free community college approaching

02/06/2017

The deadline to apply for free tuition for graduates of the San Diego School District through the San Diego Community College District’s (SDCCD) San Diego Promise program is fast approaching. Applications for the program that pays for enrollment fees and books not covered by financial aid are being accepted through Feb. 10 at www.sandiegounified.org/promise.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego Unified School District Announces Major Construction Projects for 2017

02/06/2017

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Feb. 6, 2017 San Diego Unified School District Announces Major Construction Projects for 2017

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Three district staff nominated for 2016-2017 LifeChanger of the Year Award

02/02/2017

Amy Denney from Point Loma High School and Terese Cowell and Irene Esper from Spreckels Elementary School have been nominated for a 2016–2017 LifeChanger of the Year Award. National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year is a nationwide program that annually recognizes individuals who make a positive difference in the lives of K–12 students.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: San Diego High School Students to Receive Free Mobile Devices and Wireless Service through Sprint’s 1Million Project

02/02/2017

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Feb. 2, 2017 San Diego High School Students to Receive Free Mobile Devices and Wireless Service through Sprint’s 1Million Project

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Point Loma High student’s summer trip to China captured in 30-minute documentary

01/31/2017

After traveling to China as an observer for a Chinese bridge competition, Point Loma High junior Kassia Love’s passion toward China only grew stronger. In her speech at the bridge competition, Kassia said, "I want to learn Chinese, make Chinese friends, and realize my Chinese dream!"

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Baker Elementary to reveal mural featuring Americans and others of influence

01/31/2017

Media Advisory from the San Diego Unified School District, Jan. 30, 2017 Baker Elementary to reveal mural featuring Americans and others of influence

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Lincoln High senior passes 1,000 points for career

01/30/2017

Photo and story courtesy of the San Diego Union Tribune (photo: Nelvin Cepeda)

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Love is the theme for Kindness Week at Kumeyaay Elementary

01/27/2017

As a way to kick off its week of kindness, Kumeyaay Elementary gathered all students for its annual rainbow picture and honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by selecting “love” as its theme for the week. To promote equity and equality, the school selected a quote by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”

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Behind the scenes of Hoover High’s student-run TV news show

01/25/2017

From KPBS

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NEWS RELEASE - San Diego Unified to update facilities design standards to include more gender-neutral, single-user restrooms

01/25/2017

San Diego Unified announced it will update design standards to include more gender-neutral, single-user restrooms in future facilities. Single-user, unisex restrooms in existing facilities will be converted with

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Mira Mesa High School Celebrates Opening of New Culinary Arts Facility

01/23/2017

WHAT: San Diego Unified School District's Mira Mesa High School is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to celebrate its new state-of-the-art culinary arts facility. The Culinary Arts

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Garfield High wins Teen Iron Chef competition

01/20/2017

For the second consecutive year, Garfield High School won the coveted Silver Fork at the 18th annual Teen Iron Chef competition.

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Knox Middle hosts Martin Luther King Jr. March

01/19/2017

Not even rain could dampen the spirits and message of the 40th annual Martin Luther King Jr. March at Knox Middle School. Students from Knox, as well as Lincoln and Morse high schools and nearby elementary schools, participated in the program and March.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: 13th Annual Teen Iron Chef Competition

01/18/2017

WHAT: Tofu? Tarragon? Wasabi? What is the secret ingredient? Find out at the 13th Annual Teen Iron Chef Competition. San Diego Unified School District Culinary Arts and

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Articulation patterns strengthened with optional area phase-out, K-6 schools reconfigured

01/10/2017

For students in eight areas of San Diego, the articulation pattern from elementary to middle and middle to high school is becoming clearer. Students in these areas will soon have a single feeder pattern to follow from elementary to high school, which supports the continuity of K-12 programs for neighborhood students. Starting in 2017-18, students living in these optional areas will follow a single path from elementary to high school. The change was approved by the Board of Education at its Jan. 10 meeting.

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NEWS RELEASE: Madison High School football program to be honored for excellence by San Diego Unified School District’s Board of Education; Coach Rick Jackson nominated by San Diego Chargers for prestigious Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year Award

01/10/2017

Madison High School football program to be honored for excellence by San Diego Unified School District’s Board of Education; Coach Rick Jackson nominated by the San Diego Chargers for

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New Year, new Harvest of the Month

01/05/2017

Locally grown on San Gabriel Ranch in Valley Center, organic Bangkok guavas will be served on salad bars throughout San Diego Unified every Wednesday during January.

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Madison High’s Rick Jackson Named San Diego Chargers' Nominee for Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year

01/05/2017

From the San Diego Chargers

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District nurse named to Kaiser’s Thriving Schools Honor Roll

01/03/2017

Entry courtesy of Kaiser Permanente Every day in our schools there are ordinary people doing extraordinary work to build a healthier future for the students, staff and teachers. These are the folks, who when faced with obstacles, look beyond them and see possibilities. They are collaborators, caregivers, coaches, instructors, advocates and all-around superstars.

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MEDIA ADVISORY - San Diego Unified, Community Partners to host Celebration of Light

12/14/2016

WHAT: San Diego Unified and more than 20 partners, including the ACLU and San Diego Unified Council of PTAs, will host the Celebration of Light to support the rights of all students, regardless of

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Zamorano fourth graders receive big surprise at recent Padres game

06/05/2016

They didn't know it yet, but the Zamorano Elementary fourth graders making their way to Petco Park were in for quite a surprise. The four students and their families were heading downtown to a recent Padres game after being selected to take part in a special on-field ceremony. Before the game, the kids and their school's principal, Derek Murchison, were brought out on the field, joining Padres star player Wil Myers in front of the cheering crowd.

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