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Montgomery Adult School’s last Viva Vida conference?
Yes, let's all be heard. (From the district website) Here are two opportunities for comment coming up: Superintendent’s Hotline is Open When: Tue, May 7, 2:30pm – 4:30pm (619) 691-5570 Dr. Brand is accepting calls at the Superintendent’s Hotline. If you have a suggestion or concern, call 691-5570 between 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. to talk directly with the superintendent. The hotline is open the first Tuesday of every month. Board of Trustees Meeting Regular Meeting When: Mon May 13, 2013 6pm – 10pm Pacific Time Where: 1130 Fifth Avenue Chula Vista CA 91911— April 28, 2013 11:16 a.m.
Another Sweetwater board meeting mired in disagreement
Did you see this? I had to edit it to fit, but read to the end where she answers questions from Sweetwater faculty. Champion of Public Education, Diane Ravitch, Speaks On Sweetwater Concerns On Monday, April 15th, nationally recognized public education advocate, Diane Ravitch, spoke to an auditorium full of teachers and concerned citizens regarding the current state of public education. Diane Ravitch took the stage to a standing ovation (*with the noted exception of a few Sweetwater administrators in attendance*). She explained how hopeful she is over the progress being made in San Diego Unified with the appointment of Marten. Ravitch stated that nationwide, " . . . the lights are going out on public education." She explained that "In places like Ohio, Wisconsin, and Michigan, where the union voice has been silenced, public education is being crushed." Ravitch places blame squarely on the shoulders of reformers such as Michelle Rhee, Bill Gates, the Broads, and the Waltons, as well as other "big money that is trying to buy public education." As the event came to a close, Ravitch took questions from the audience. Several Sweetwater teachers brought issues from our district to her attention. SEA member Mary Holden asked, "How can we look to the future and remain positive? Ravitch responded, "Teachers' professional beliefs are correct. What is happening in education today is malpractice." Another SEA member raised concerns about the SUHSD Board of Trustees being influenced by contractors. Ravitch drew parallels between the local problems we are experiencing and the national problems of corporate influence. She expressed doubt that campaign contributions would become a reality in any school district, but drew cheers from the crowd when she said, "They have millions, but we are millions. We have the power to vote." Finally, Mar Vista Middle teacher Chandra Goodnough spoke on the restructuring of MVM. Ravitch offered these words of support," **What is happening to [Mar Vista] teachers is ridiculous. [Mar Vista] teachers must realize that what is happening is wrong, and maintain your principles and ethics. You are right; they are wrong**." Ravitch asked teachers to "pursue the change they want to see," and encouraged teachers to use "political theater" to draw attention and bring publicity to the cause of public education. In addition, Ravitch encouraged teachers to join the Network for Public Education, her new grassroots organizing and advocacy group. The main focus of NPE will be to help elect education friendly candidates to school boards.— April 21, 2013 1:09 p.m.
Past and present officials from three South Bay school districts arraigned
Let's start writing letters to the editor of the UT. I'm going to start. AnnieJ, Eastlaker, et al, we met after the last board meeting. I gave you my email. Please contact me.— April 16, 2013 7:40 a.m.
Sweetwater District Leaving The CIF San Diego Section?
Just want to let everyone know that there will be a Board Meeting tomorrow, April 9, at 6PM.— April 8, 2013 10:21 p.m.
Sweetwater school district board seeks to silence opposition
I was paying attention during the Civility Power Point and I could swear that after slide 35 on PTSD caused by upcoming Board meetings, there was a slide that talked about staff feeling threatened if they speak up and what recourse they have under the law. Did anyone else notice it? I made a mental note to find that information once I got home, but I don't see that slide in the district website. Also, a picture IS worth 1,000 words. When I saw the building being discussed, on Boswell Rd. in Eastlake, I couldn't believe my eyes. There's no money for our kids, but there's money for a giant, shiny, new admin building??? Here's a link to the picture: http://www.sandiegoreader.com/users/photos/2013/m…— March 17, 2013 11:53 p.m.