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School Board President presents report to City Council Committee
For the first time in recent history, a San Diego Unified Board of Education President presented an update on the city's schools to the San Diego City Council. President Dr. John Lee Evans was joined by Supt. Bill Kowba on a visit to the City Council Rules Committee in April. Read more.     
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Volunteers make a difference
As National Volunteer Appreciation Week draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to the thousands of volunteers who give countless hours to our students each year. Research validates that support at home and community involvement are critical to academic success. Volunteers have a tremendous impact on the lives of students, both today and in the future. To parents and grandparents, community members and neighbors, high school and college students, working people and retirees, business partners, and the countless others who dedicate their time to making a difference in the lives of our students ... Thank You!
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$120,000 state grant goes to recycling programs
Student "green teams" that make sure campuses recycle efficiently will be receiving some help, thanks to a $120,000 grant from the state of California. CalRecycle, the Department of Resources, Recycling and Recovery, awarded the grant that will help district staff expand the programs to all campuses. Read more.
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Prop S update: District, city dignitaries dedicate new joint-use field
Superintendent Bill Kowba and Mayor Jerry Sanders joined Board Member Richard Barrera, Councilmember Todd Gloria, students, parents, staff and community members to dedicate the new multipurpose joint-use field at Jefferson Elementary in North Park last week. The ceremony opened with the Navy Color Guard and culminated with participants cheering on Jefferson students as they began their annual jog-a-thon fundraiser on the new turf field. Read more.
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Adams Student Council, County Board of Supervisors meet
Members of the Adams Elementary School Student Council recently visited the County Administration Center and met with Board of Supervisors Chairman Ron Roberts to see how similar the county government is to their own on-campus panel. The student leaders also shared their thoughts for San Diego's future. Read more.
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Field Elementary kindergarteners meet authors at fair
Field Elementary kindergarten students, along with teachers Katherine Aud and Kristen Silva, met and talked with author/illustrator Paul Brewer during the recent Authors' Fair, held at the San Diego County Office of Education. Students submitted self-portraits inspired by Brewer's illustrations in the book, "Clip, Clip, Clip: Three Stories about Hair."
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Juarez Elementary marks 50 years, namesake's birthday
Juarez Elementary students, parents, staff, alumni and community members recently marked the school's 50th birthday, celebrating the life of the school's namesake, Benito Juarez, as well as having a community celebration. The week-long celebration began with student leaders digging for a time capsule, reportedly buried in 1976. Read more.
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Mira Mesa, Scripps Ranch students wow Sacramento chefs
Culinary students from Mira Mesa and Scripps Ranch high schools didn't let the long drive to Sacramento stop them from placing among the top three at this year's California Restaurant Association ProStart Competition. Mira Mesa students took first- and third-place honors in two competitions; Scripps Ranch took a third place. Read more.
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World Dance Day is April 29
Millions of dancers around the globe celebrate World Dance Day, an event that aims to attract attention to the art of dance. The event is free, and includes dancing, dance instructions and performances. Read more.
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Arts Education Summit is May 11
Join parents, educators and the community at the upcoming San Diego Arts Education Summit on May 11, entitled "Opportunity Knocks: Moving from Arts Erosion to Arts Promotion for English Language Learners." Read more.
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Free Safety Fair coming up Saturday, May 12
Students and adults are invited to attend a free community event to learn why safety matters. Activities include free bike tune-ups, skateboard demos, face painting, driving demonstrations, educational presentations and informational booths. Read more.
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2012 "Read with a Pro" contest for grades 2-5
There is still time to join the "Read with a Pro" contest, sponsored by Mission Federal Credit Union. The contest encourages students to work independently at home, with a family member, as well as a "classroom team" striving to reach a common goal. Read more.
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- Calif. expands law on cyberbullying
Students who bully other students via social-networking websites could be suspended or expelled under legislation passed Monday by lawmakers in California. Lawmakers said the state's previous cyberbullying law -- written in 2006 -- was insufficient to address today's issues, which include students being impersonated online and "burn pages." San Jose Mercury News (Calif.)/The Associated Press (free registration)
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- Some teachers include lessons on the 1992 riots
Some teachers in California are including lessons about the 1992 riots that followed the trial of police officers accused of beating a black man. The Los Angeles school district plans to offer online resources teachers can use on the topic. However, lessons about the riots remain limited because of the need for teachers to focus on standardized test subjects, officials say. Los Angeles Times (tiered subscription model)
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