Long Beach Unified School District School Bulletin

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January 26, 2023

Student Artwork Advocates for Change

LBUSD student voices matter! Students from Jordan, Millikan, Renaissance and Wilson high schools used their artistic talent to create over 50 captivating illustrations encouraging the public to vote as part of the 2022 "My Vote, My Voice" art contest sponsored by the nonprofit League of Women Voters.

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Nurse Administrators Earn State Honors

Congratulations to Lead Nurse, Claudia Martinez Plambeck and Program Specialist Rose Van Meeveren for their recent awards from the California School Nurses Organization.

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From left, LBUSD Assistant Superintendent Erin Simon, Rose Van Meeveren and Claudia Martinez Plambeck.

Students Receive Free Gift Cards

'Tis the season of giving! Thank you to the Long Beach Branch NAACP for donating 400 gift cards to LBUSD students in need as part of its annual holiday drive.

You're Invited: Girls in Aviation Event

The annual event by the nonprofit Women in Aviation International returns to Long Beach on Feb. 25 and is open to girls ages 8 to 18 interested in aviation and aerospace career possibilities.

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Teacher and Administrator Recruitment Night

Do you know someone who is interested in joining the LBUSD team? Our annual Teacher and Administrator Recruitment Night is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 16 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Cabrillo High School Auditorium.

LBUSD is looking for candidates who are dedicated to continuous improvement, high quality differentiated instruction, caring student relationships and an unwavering commitment to equity.

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Last Chance: Rotary Offers $20K in Literacy Grants for Teachers

Preschool through third grade teachers in LBUSD, including Special Education, can apply for grants ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 to help purchase educational materials. Apply by Tuesday, Jan. 31!

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Upcoming LBUSD Student Art Shows

Mark your calendars! Several art pieces by local middle and high school students will be featured in the 2023 Norman Gottlieb Youth Art Show and a new exhibition at the Long Beach Museum of Art.

Artwork by Millikan High School student Sophia Martt.

Names in the News

Please join us in congratulating Assistant Superintendent of Human Resource Services David Zaid! He is one of 10 senior-level administrators selected from across the country to participate in the Council of the Great City Schools’ newest leadership development program.

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Virtual Info Session for Aspiring Administrators

Are you interested in becoming an administrator? The Long Beach Unified School District is seeking visionary and innovative leaders committed to ensuring equity and excellence in education.

Join us Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. for a virtual information session hosted by the Office of Equity Leadership and Talent Development.

Click here to access the Zoom meeting.

This event is open to LBUSD employees only. For questions, contact the office of ELTD at (562) 997-8328 or ELTD@lbschools.net.

Google Workspace Training Opportunity for Classified Staff

The Equity Leadership and Talent Development Office is offering Google Workspace training sessions for classified staff interested in growing their technical skills. The two-hour voluntary (non-compensated) sessions will take place on select days in February and March at the Teacher Resource Center. Please note that space is limited, and supervisor permission is required.

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COVID Boosters, Flu Shots Available for LBUSD Staff and Family

LBUSD has partnered with Long Beach Health and Human Services (LBHHS) to continue offering free COVID-19 vaccination boosters for employees and their family members. Flu shots will also be available while supplies last.

The next walk-up clinics will take place on Fridays, Jan. 27, Feb. 10 and Feb. 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Teacher Resource Center parking lot at 1299 E. 32nd St., Signal Hill. The clinic will close in the event of rain.

Prior registration is not required. It is strongly encouraged to bring your CDC vaccination card or digital COVID-19 vaccination records.

Click here to view the flyer.

Free COVID Testing Clinic for LBUSD Students and Staff

The free COVID-19 testing clinic for LBUSD students and staff at Cabrillo High School will continue through Friday, March 3.

PCR and antigen rapid tests are available Monday through Friday* for those who are symptomatic or potentially coming off isolation.

*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.

Click here to view the flyer.

Employee Benefits

January is Fitness Month

A message from Kaiser: There are creative ways for you to stay active throughout the day, even while you complete household tasks. No gym equipment needed, just be ready to check off two of your to-do’s in the day (workout AND household cleaning!). Learn more about the 5 simple exercises you can combine with everyday tasks.

You can also find fitness tips on the LBUSD Benefits Facebook and Instagram pages!

WW (WeightWatchers)

Start your year off well

We care about your well-being—that’s why we’re connecting you with the #1 doctor-recommended weight-loss program ^‡, for less. Join WeightWatchers 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.

^‡Based on a 2020 IQVIA survey of 14,000 doctors who recommend weight-loss programs to patients.

Get inspired by this member’s Journey

Since 1963 WeightWatchers has helped millions with an evolving program rooted in the latest research that lets you live fully and still reach your goals.

Here’s how Naomi M. lost 68 pounds and gained even more, in her own words:

“Reclaiming my health helped me get my sense of self back. I have hobbies that are just mine, I’ve made incredible friendships—I feel like me again. WeightWatchers taught me that I don’t need to be perfect, I just need to be consistent with my healthy habits to see change.”

^†People following the WW program can expect to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week.

Become a WeightWatchers member by February 28 and get a free WW Bluetooth^® Body Weight Scale. Research shows that people who log their weight more frequently lose more weight than those who don’t. Make tracking even easier with a scale that auto-syncs your weight in the WW app. Sign up at WW.com/us/LBUSD.Then get your scale at WW.com/freescale.

Reminders from the Employee Benefits Team

If you had LBUSD medical benefits in 2022, your Form 1095C will be mailed by the end of this month. If you had either a Kaiser or Aetna HMO plan, you will get your 1095B form directly from your medical carrier.

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, 2023.