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Graduation Dates and Times Announced | It's time to celebrate the Class of 2023! LBUSD will award diplomas to 5,972 students at in-person ceremonies from June 8 to June 16. | | | |
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Teacher Earns National Fellowship | Congratulations to Ky-Phong Tran of Renaissance High School for the Arts for being one of 14 educators in the U.S. to receive the Jack Hazard Fellowship from the nonprofit New Literary Project. | | | |
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21 Poly Students Win National Documentary Honors | A team of freshmen students from Poly High School are among the top winners of the national 2023 C-SPAN StudentCam competition. The Poly team is one of 16 in the nation to earn the second-prize award for their self-produced documentary on affordable housing! | | | |
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Vehicle Day Returns to Powell K-8 | Young learners at Powell K-8 Academy recently got a close-up view of crane trucks, field mowers and other large vehicles at the school’s latest Vehicle Day event! | | | |
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Migrant Ed Students Sweep Awards!
For the third year in a row, LBUSD won the most trophies at the annual Los Angeles County Office of Education's Migrant Education Program Speech Tournament — with a total of 25 student winners!
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Elementary Art Exhibit at LBMA
Be sure to visit the Long Beach Museum of Art from now through June 4 to see the “I AM: LBUSD Elementary Art Exhibition” showcasing self-portraits created by our young student artists!
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Students Advocate for Denim Day | Students from Jordan and Wilson high schools and representatives of Interval House and the Long Beach Police Department recently accepted a proclamation from the City of Long Beach recognizing the annual sexual assault awareness day. | | | |
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LBUSD Finances Maintain High Ratings
The District's credit rating remains high due to prudent management, according to the latest rating from global credit rating and research firm Moody’s Corporation.
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Names in the News
Please join us in recognizing LBUSD student Francesca Acosta, music education teacher Valerie Vinnard and superintendent Jill A. Baker for their outstanding achievements!
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Classified Employee of Year Nominations Due Friday
Employees may nominate colleagues for the annual Classified Employee of the Year Award. The award is presented to the classified employee who has exceeded expectations through teamwork, personal achievement in their work and by promoting the educational mission of the District.
This year’s winner will be recognized at the annual Classified Employee Celebration to be held at the Teacher Resource Center on Friday, May 19.
The nomination deadline is Friday, April 28 at 4:30 p.m. Click here for more information and to download the nomination form. Nomination forms also can be obtained at work sites or in the A-Z index at lbschools.net under “Employee of the Year (Classified).”
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CPR, First Aid Class for Classified Employees
The Personnel Commission is offering free CPR/First Aid certification classes for classified employees on Tuesday, May 2. Classes will run from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Teacher Resource Center (ABC Room), 1299 East 32nd St., Signal Hill.
This classified staff development event is subject to manager/supervisor approval for release time, and participants must be permanent classified employees. Priority registration will be given to classified employees working with special needs students.
Click here to access the registration form or download the form at lbschools.net under Departments, select Personnel Commission then Classified Staff Development. Questions? Please call Classified Staff Development at 435-5708.
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Free COVID Testing Clinic for LBUSD
The free COVID-19 testing clinic for LBUSD students and staff at Cabrillo High School will continue through Friday, June 9.
PCR and antigen rapid tests are available Monday through Friday* for those who are symptomatic or potentially coming off isolation. Click here for more details.
*The clinic will abide by LBUSD holidays and close accordingly. In the event of inclement weather, the clinic will move inside a Cabrillo gym area and provide directions to participants.
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WW (WeightWatchers)
Weight loss without those “on a diet” feelings
Life’s best moments include food — don’t miss out. Reach your goals and enjoy every delicious moment with our wellness partner, WeightWatchers®.
Get inspired by Dana R.’s journey
“I joined WeightWatchers through my employer after receiving an unexpected type 2 diabetes diagnosis. I’ve completely changed my lifestyle. I used to have an all-or-nothing mindset, but I’ve learned to adjust that thinking. I can still have chocolate, ice cream and even pasta — I deserve good food and healthy things.”
“Now I feel like I have a long life ahead of me. I have more energy, and my daily blood sugar readings have been in a healthy range for over a year. I’m never giving up on myself or my health again!”
Start your success story today!
Join WeightWatchers through Long Beach Unified School District 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. Sign up by April 30 and get a free WW Mystery Box! What’s inside? That’s a secret until you become a member, but we gave you a major hint with our get-moving tips!
Learn more at WW.com/LBUSD.
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Reminders from the Employee Benefits Team
- Three letters were mailed out to you. If:
- You are missing a beneficiary designated for your basic life insurance, please make sure to call our Employee Service Center at (866) 844-9744 and dial 4 to speak with a representative. Even if you didn’t get this letter, you can make a change to your beneficiary any time your relationships change.
- Your dependent(s) social security number is missing or incorrect, please take action and update as requested.
- You currently have an Flexible Spending Account, please take action as needed.
- Annual Enrollment for health benefit changes is coming up fast. If you are eligible for health benefits, look for your enrollment packet in the mail on/before May 1. Remember that all changes to your elections will be effective July 1, 2023. As always, if you currently have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and you want to continue with the new plan year (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024) then you must elect during the upcoming annual enrollment.
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Did you move? To ensure that we send communication to you in a timely manner, it’s important to keep your address updated. If you recently moved, please log into your “myLBUSD Portal,” select the “Self Service” icon and update your “Employee Contact Information.”
- 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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Follow Us on Social Media and get various updates throughout the year! Visit LBUSD Benefits on Instagram and Facebook!
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Janet Shepherd
former teacher
December 22, 2022
Paul Charles Pigneri
former teacher
February 8, 2023
June Severson
former recreation leader
February 8, 2023
Helen Hagen
former teacher
February 16, 2023
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Joyce Geib
former teacher
February 18, 2023
Aurelia Gonzales
former community
liaison worker
February 19, 2023
Mae Nakao
former teacher
March 1, 2023
Jesus Grajeda
former campus
security officer
March 4, 2023
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Gary Brown
former teacher
March 7, 2023
Rebecca Tafoya
former teacher
March 22, 2023
Sally Krause
former teacher
March 29, 2023
Jacklyn Love
teacher, Gant
March 31, 2023
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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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