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Celebrating Black History Month | In support of ensuring an equitable education for all, LBUSD is proud to commemorate Black History Month with resources and cultural awareness events that pay tribute to the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of African Americans in the United States. | | | |
Students Explore L.B. City College Programs | Several students from Wilson and Millikan high schools were introduced to higher education programs in the technology and computer science fields during recent visits to Long Beach City College. | |
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Upcoming District Events: | |
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Feb. 24: Black History Month Celebration
Join us Saturday, Feb. 24 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Jordan High School for the LBUSD Black History Month Celebration featuring student performances and a special guest artist. Learn more at lbschools.net/BSAI.
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March 2: Early Learning & Kindergarten Festival
The final festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 2 from
9 a.m. to noon at Roosevelt Elementary School. Families are encouraged to attend for LBUSD enrollment information and free community resources.
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LA Kings Visit MacArthur Classroom
Teacher John Solomon of MacArthur Elementary School was selected as the winner of the LA Kings New Era Cap Sweepstakes, making it possible for his students to experience an unforgettable meet and greet with a player of the professional ice hockey team!
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Congressman Garcia Tours Cabrillo
U.S. Representative Robert Garcia recently paid a visit to Cabrillo High School to hold discussions with the school's Associated Student Body and tour the school campus.
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Names in the News
Four LBUSD administrators are recipients of the 2024 IMPACT Awards by the Long Beach City Prosecutor’s Office, recognizing individuals who made a positive and significant impact in the city. Congratulations!
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Stay Connected with LBUSD on Social Media!
In an era where staying connected is more important than ever, LBUSD invites you to follow the District on social media for real-time updates, engaging content and a sense of community.
Be part of key conversations, celebrate districtwide highlights and gain access to a wealth of information about the latest happenings across LBUSD.
How to get started:
- Find us at @LongBeachUSD on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), LinkedIn and YouTube.
- Select the ‘Follow’ button.
- Engage by liking, commenting and sharing posts from LBUSD.
Let’s create a digital community where every member of LBUSD feels connected and informed.
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Have You Heard? Let's Dive into Vision 2035!
Has Vision 2035 been introduced at your school or work location?
The District's new aspirational vision reimagines education in LBUSD — and it all begins with YOU!
Here's how to get started with discovering more about Vision 2035:
- Our brief article provides a quick overview and short video explaining the four main components of Vision 2035: the graduate portrait, the adult portrait, the system portrait and the statement of core values.
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This Month's Vision 2035 in Action Spotlights: | | |
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Principal Connie Magee of Jefferson Leadership Academy shares how teachers are building relationships with students to improve outcomes. | | |
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Transfer Applications
Human Resource Services is accepting transfer requests from teachers who wish to change school sites or have been displaced for the 2024-25 school year. See the Teachers Association of Long Beach agreement, Article VIII for guidelines.
The application can be completed and submitted online on the Human Resource Services webpage.
Teachers may choose to complete the Elementary or Secondary Transfer Application, or both depending on their credentials. Teachers may select sites or subject/grade levels on the Request for Transfer whether or not those positions have current vacancies. Applications are available now and are due March 31. Transfer requests are valid through the end of the first seven student days of the following traditional school year.
Questions? Send an email to transfer@lbschools.net.
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February is Stay Healthy on a Budget Month
A message from Aetna: Living healthier can seem like extra work and expense. But eating fresh, quality foods and staying active don’t have to drain your bank account. With the right plan, you may find that healthier choices can save you money.
Find budget-friendly tips on the LBUSD Benefits Instagram and Facebook pages!
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WeightWatchers (WW)
Let’s make your heart happy! WeightWatchers® helps you build healthy habits you can stick with.
Four ways to nurture your heart with WeightWatchers:
- Discover thousands of healthy recipes.
- Get on a roll with exercise tracking.
- Tame stress with guided meditations.
- Share the love with a 24/7 support squad.
We’re here for you, too.
Living with diabetes? Taking weight-loss medication? WW offers products and programs designed for your unique needs.
Join WeightWatchers today through LBUSD for as low as $8.05 per month on select plans – 50% off the retail price! All benefit-eligible employees and spouses, as well as medical plan enrolled retirees and retiree spouses are eligible. Learn more at WW.com/LBUSD.
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Reminders from the Employee Benefits Team
- Our annual health benefits enrollment period is coming up in May. Any changes made during that time will be effective July 1, 2024. Please note: If you currently cover any dependents on your health benefits, you MUST re-submit your dependent documents during the annual enrollment period in May. Please look out for mailed reminders with instructions. No documents will be accepted until May.
- If you had LBUSD medical benefits in 2023, your Form 1095C has been mailed. If you had a Kaiser or Aetna HMO plan, you will need to retrieve your Form 1095B with coverage details directly from your medical carrier member web portal.
- Don’t lose out on free money! If you have either Kaiser or Aetna medical insurance, make sure to get your reward(s) for any of the appropriate wellness actions you’ve taken by the end of this plan year on June 30.
- To access information about your health benefits at any time, visit us at LBUSDbenefits.com
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Paula Petitt
former teacher
October 22, 2023
Betty Wilson
former principal
December 14, 2023
Linda Faust
former teacher
January 3, 2024
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Barbara Bagstad
former teacher
January 9, 2024
Stephen Hamilton Jr.
electrician, Maintenance
January 11, 2024
Davina Keiser
former teacher
January 30, 2024
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Official publication of the Long Beach Unified School District issued from the Office of the Superintendent of Schools.
1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, California 90810
(562) 997-8000.
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SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
JILL A. BAKER, Ed. D.
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DIANA CRAIGHEAD, President
DOUGLAS OTTO, J.D., Vice President
JUAN BENITEZ, Ph.D., Member
MARIA ISABEL LÓPEZ, Member
ERIK MILLER, Member
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