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As I mentioned in my last update, the District presented a new budget to the Board at last night’s Board meeting. This budget included a number of cuts across the District. There are a few decisions that directly affect us as certificated staff. If you would like to read the entire Board agenda, here is … Read More

As we approach the end of school, I would like to start by saying what an awesome job you have all done for the past 12 weeks. We have been put in an unbelievable situation, we met it head on and we are almost at the end of the semester. I have a few reminders: … Read More

SMJUHSDFA members, Last night at the School Board meeting, I was asked to prepare a statement as the representative of the SMJUHSDFA. Please find attached the statement that I read. As many of you may already be aware, the California Department of Education’s recent document, “FAQs on Grading and Graduation Requirements,” directs our District to … Read More

On Friday, the District Office sent out two emails with updates regarding the current school closure. After receiving a few questions I would like to clarify a few things for everyone: Although it is not recommended, the schools are currently open and available for us to go to our classrooms to login to our computers … Read More

I hope you and your families are staying safe and healthy during this very difficult time. Please find attached the MOU that was agreed to by the SMJUHSD and the SMJUHSDFA. Although every part of this agreement might not be perfect, please know that we spent many hours coming to an agreement that we feel … Read More

3/13/20 On Monday, The Faculty Association will be meeting with District Administration. After our meeting, the District will send out an email with an update regarding the school closures. This email should contain answers to many of our questions. At this time, I am able to confirm that we will be paid during the time … Read More

Searching for Information? Periodically, I receive requests from members asking for particular information. Recent questions have included: “How many In Lieu days can I take in a year?” “Who are the site reps at SMHS?” “I cannot find the email you sent us on student loan forgiveness. Could you please resend me the information?” While … Read More

On March 13, 2020 the District will have the LCAP Steering Committee meeting. Four of our Faculty Association members will be representing us at this meeting. If you are interested in providing your opinion on the LCAP Goals and the allocation of money, please complete the attached survey and return it to me by Monday, … Read More

CTA is currently holding an election for NEA/RA 2020 NEA Representative Assembly Our part of this election will take place next week. Voting will start at 7:00 AM Tuesday, March 3 and end at 3:00 PM on Friday, March 6. On Tuesday morning you will receive an invitation, from Simply Voting, to participate in this … Read More

CTA is offering another Student Loan Forgiveness Workshop. It will take place on Monday March 16th from 4:00 to 5:30 at the Souza Center. If you are interested, please see the attached flyer and RSVP to Jesi Bender at jbender@CTA.org