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November 9, 2023

New Spotlight Edition: Vision 2035 in Action!

Join us in recognizing the students and staff who have recently demonstrated attributes of Vision 2035, LBUSD's new aspirational vision that reimagines education in the District.

This Month's Spotlight:

• JROB News, a student produced news broadcast at Jackie Robinson Academy, helps uplift student voice while teaching real-world skills.

From the Equity Leadership & Talent Development Department:

LBUSD Preliminary Administrative Credential Program

LBUSD is launching its own Preliminary Administrative Credential Program (PASC) program for credentialed district employees starting in May 2024. 

Approved by the California Teacher Credentialing Commission, LBUSD’s PASC is designed to support innovative, equity-centered school and central office leaders ready to re-imagine learning in support of Vision 2035. Make LBUSD history and join our first LBUSD PASC cohort!

Interested LBUSD employees are encouraged to attend a virtual information session on Monday, Nov. 13 from 3:30 to 4 p.m. or Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 7:30 to 8 a.m. Visit lbusd.zoom.us/j/2666356462 to access the meeting.

November is Social Health Month

A message from Kaiser: Welcome to our health topic for November – Social Health. As work environments evolve, understanding the health, safety and availability of community resources has never been more important. Social health factors — like access to fresh foods, financial stability, reliable transportation and affordable childcare — can have a big impact on your ability to be fully engaged at work and take complete advantage of the benefits made available to you.  

Find social health tips on the LBUSD Benefits Instagram and Facebook pages.

Flu Season Comes with the Fall Season

If you have a LBUSD medical plan, your flu shot is covered!

Your no-cost flu shot helps protect you and those you love.

Getting your flu shot early is one of the best ways to build immunity this season. The vaccine is safe and effective, and helps protect you and those around you. You can get your flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time

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Who needs a shot?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone six months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions.

Vaccination is especially important for children, older adults and anyone with a health condition or weakened immune system. Visit www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccinations.htm to learn more.

WeightWatchers (WW)

Embrace joy and find your holiday balance!

WeightWatchers® has the tools, tips and support you need to savor delicious holiday foods — without sacrificing your health goals.

Don’t miss this webinar: Learn how to win the holidays!

Watch a free WeightWatchers webinar for science-backed tips that can help you stick with your health goals this holiday season — without missing out on any of the good stuff. The webinar recording will be available here after Thursday, Nov. 9.

It’s National Diabetes Month — and WeightWatchers is here for you!

WeightWatchers offers a clinically tested Diabetes-Tailored Plan. Research shows that the program helps people with diabetes lose weight and lower their blood sugar. For people with prediabetes, the general WeightWatchers program is recognized by the CDC as a Diabetes Prevention Program.

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.

Already a WeightWatchers member?

Sync your current account or call WeightWatchers customer service at 866-204-2885.

Reminders from the Employee Benefits Team

As the year is quickly coming to a close, your Employee Benefits team at Risk Management would like to provide some “housekeeping” items related to health benefits for the 2023 calendar year. Here are some things to note:

• If you’re eligible for health benefits, you have district paid Basic Life and AD&D plans. If you need to make an update or check who you have designated as your beneficiary, please contact our Employee Service Center at (866) 844-9744, to reach a live representative dial 4 Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• 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, 2024. 

• As with every year, all benefit limits and deductibles reset on July 1, the annual start of a new plan year. Find current benefit information at LBUSDbenefits.com or view the 2023-24 Benefits Guide.

• If you have LBUSD medical benefits, your 2023 Form 1095C will be mailed by the end of January. Additionally, if you have a Kaiser or Aetna HMO plan, you will get your 1095B directly from your medical carrier. If your address has changed, make sure to update your records now by accessing the myLBUSD Portal, select the 'Self Service' tile and select the 'Employee Contact Information' option.

• Follow Us on Social Media: Visit LBUSD Benefits on Instagram and Facebook!

In Memoriam

Anna Powell

former teacher

September 23, 2023

Charlotte Porter

former teacher

September 23, 2023

Nancy Gray

former consultant

September 29, 2023

Annabel Guerrero

teacher, Henry

October 8, 2023

Jeannie Ross

former staff secretary

October 21, 2023

Darlene Dunn

former teacher librarian

October 22, 2023

Sybil Baldwin

coordinating teacher, CDC

October 26, 2023