SFUSD Student Support Services Department

What's New Archives :: 2008-09

Job Openings
Our Department has employment opportunities for the following positions:

Nurse-School District - See brochure (pdf)

posted 8/20/08
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Community Based Organization Databank
Search 400 CBOs interested in working with students and families in our school district.
posted 2/04/09
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Medication Retrieval From Schools
Read about the process of returning all student medication by end of the school year. Medication Retrieval From Schools (pdf)
posted 5/19/09
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Honors Go To ...
UCSF National Center of Excellence in Women's Health was honored by the Board of Education for their ongoing 9-year partnership with SFUSD and SHPD. Also visit the following UCSF links to learn more about the reach of the program. 2009 Young Women's Health Leadership Summit (YWHLS) web site | School of Medicine YWHLS Media Coverage
posted 4/29/09
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Alliance for a Healthier Generation Grants
Grant applications are now available for up to $5,000 per site to fund nutrition, physical activity and staff wellness. Due date: June 1. Download application (pdf).
posted 4/21/09
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Bike to School Day: May 28
Join us for this new city-wide event that encourages adults and students to bicycle for one day, to and from school. Bike to School Day: May 28 (pdf)
posted 5/18/09
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May is National Foster Care Month
Celebrate those who make a difference in the lives of children in the foster care system. Foster Care Month (pdf)
posted 5/6/09
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Armani Johnson Asthma Awareness Month
Did you know that 10-15% of SFUSD children have asthma? Promote asthma management and awareness at your school. Armani Johnson Asthma Awareness Month (pdf)
posted 5/1/09
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Asian Week Activities
The Asian Heritage Street Celebration (May 16) has two wellness projects for students: Student Awards Ceremony (pdf) for students involved in Asian related nutrition/fitness activities, and a raffle fundraiser "Make Some Money For Your School" (pdf). Check documents for deadlines.
posted 4/21/09
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Staff School Climate Survey Deadline Extended
The deadline for the Online Staff School Climate Survey for staff in grades 4-12 is extended to May 8, 2009. To complete the survey, go to www.wested.org/climate and use the login and password provided to you in March. If you misplaced this information, please contact your principal or the ETR Survey Helpline at (415) 920-9517.
posted 4/15/09
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Armani Johnson Asthma Awareness Month
Plan an Asthma Awareness Event at your school on May 5. Armani Johnson Asthma Awareness Month (pdf)
posted 5/1/09
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Student Achievement and Indoor Air Quality Training
Join us for a free, one-hour teleconference on April 30 from 2 - 3 p.m. Student Achievement and Indoor Air Quality Training (pdf)
posted 4/27/09
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TV Turnoff Challenge April 20 - 26, 2009
This week-long challenge encourages students and families to turn off their TVs, computers and video games in order to pursue physical activities and a healthier lifestyle. Document includes WAD, Instructions/Resources, & Facts/Figures. Download info for TV Turnoff Challenge April 20 - 26, 2009 (pdf).
posted 4/9/09
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Late Winter Nutrition Newsletter
February is SFUSD’s Physical Activity Awareness Month! Celebrate Valentine’s Day by committing to daily physical activity to improve your well being, lift your spirits & strengthen your heart. Late Winter Nutrition Newsletter (pdf)
Nutrition
posted 2/04/08
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FITNESSGRAM Data for S.F.
The numbers are in from '07-'08. Find out the fitness level of our S.F. students in grades 5, 7, and 9. View our FITNESSGRAM Results table for SFUSD.
posted 12/05/08
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Nutrition Newsletter Winter (pdf)
Take the chill out of winter by cooking these healthy, delicious soups.
Nutrition

posted 12/05/08
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School Theatre Group Wins Award
Congratulations to the YouthAware Educational Theatre program for receiving the Jefferson Award. The New Conservatory Theatre Center presents plays for young people that entertain, illuminate social issues, inspire and encourage healthier life choices. For upcoming presentations or to schedule a play for your class please visit YouthAware.
posted 11/17/08
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CHKS and YRBS 2008-2009 Survey Implementation
Administration periods are as follows:

October 14 - November 24
CHKS: Elementary Schools (grades 4-5)
February 23 - March 27
YRBS: Middle Schools (grades 6-8), High Schools (grades 9-12)
CHKS: Middle/High Schools (grades 7,9,11)

Please direct questions regarding the 2008-2009 CHKS and YRBS Surveys to ETR Associates, 415-920-9517 or Kim Levine, 415-242-2615 ext. 3071.
posted 10/8/08
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Family Diversity Workshop
Join us April 2, 2009 for a workshop on how to talk about Gay and Lesbian topics in Elementary school. Learn about existing and new curriculum; and how to address anti-gay name calling in schools. More info (pdf) Download registration form (doc).

Nutrition in the Garden
Join us for this year's Nutrition in the Garden (pdf) professional development opportunity on March 25.
posted 3/05/09
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Dental Poster Contest
Enter the "Power Up Your San Francisco Smile" dental poster contest (pdf). Prizes for K - 5 students, teachers and principals. Deadline: March 13, 2009.
posted 3/05/09
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WADs Now Online
Visit the new Weekly Administrative Directives (WAD) section of our website for all the latest updates on activities and policies.
posted 2/09/09
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Have a Healthy Heart Valentine's Day Party!
Find alternative ideas for special days in our Nutrition Education Project educator support section...

posted 2/02/09
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Professional Development Opportunities ...
Our Health, Our Bodies (pdf) Elementary Professional Development on HIV, Puberty and Body Image on February 11, 2009.
See complete list of professional development events
updated 1/12/09
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Professional Development Opportunities ...
Just Say Know! LGBTQ Students in School (pdf) Secondary Professional Development on February 3, 2009.
updated 1/12/09
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January is National Mentoring Month
Information about the Student Mentor Program, and how to become a mentor, can be found in this quarter’s Mentoring for Success (pdf).
posted 1/12/09
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Professional Development Opportunities ...
Getting Ready for Physical Activity Month (pdf) Discover new ways to integrate physical activity into the daily classroom and reinvigorate physical education lessons. Join us on January 15, 2009. Review last year's workshop.

potsted 12/05/08
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Community Based Organizations
Thank you to all the CBOs who have submitted their program information. The deadline was Wednesday, November 26, 2008. Registration is now closed.
posted 12/01/08
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School/Community Summit (pdf)
Spend the morning of November 22 learning about the District's new strategic plan to engage joyful, high achieving learners. To register online, please visit: School Community Summit

posted 11/11/08
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Health Education Forum for Teachers
Plan on attending this comprehensive all -day professional development training. Subjects include: drugs, violence, nutrition and family diversity.
K-2 Teachers: October 28
3-5 Teachers: October 29
Register by October 10
Get the info...(pdf)

posted 9/24/08
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Blue Water Foundation Party: October 24
Please SAVE the DATE and help support the volunteers who have given hundreds of young people the opportunity to experience the positive alternative of sailing for the past 10 years. Blue Water Foundation has enabled many who otherwise would not have been able to experience the Bay learn something new! Download flyer (pdf).
posted 9/17/08
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Take Your Class On A Farmers' Market Fieldtrip Join us on October 15 for a K-5 teacher's professional development opportunity. Registration is open until October 10. Get the info...(pdf)

posted 9/24/08
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October 16: Lights On Afterschool!
Register now for this fun ExCEL After School Programs event.
Registration Form (pdf)
Application for Art and Essay Contest (pdf)
Bulb Cut-Out (pdf)
posted 8/20/08
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Soda-Free Summer
Get ready for the "Soda Free Summer" campaign by teaching "Sugar Savvy" lessons to your students. Watch for more information about the Soda Free Summer to follow. Download the lessons...
posted 5/19/08
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"Change for Change"
Take action with ExCEL Afterschool Programs and engage youth in the relief efforts currently underway in China and Myanmar. Even a quarter can make a difference. Lesson plan and ideas (pdf) are available. Learn more.
posted 5/19/08
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Our Nutrition Project Is On Television
Watch "Smart Eating Habits Start Early" featuring our nutrition project live on ABC news. View TV show...
posted 4/28/08
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Watch Student-Run Television Tune in to watch students in ExCEL After School Programs' Cesar Chavez Service Clubs live on television! Learn more.
posted 4/29/08
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