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Teacher of the Year Thomas McNamee | |
Lakewood High School’s Thomas McNamee has been named LBUSD's Teacher of the Year!
McNamee, an Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles teacher for Lakewood’s Applied Technology Magnet pathway, has been a part of the District for nearly 30 years as a student, coach and teacher.
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LBUSD Expands Arts Education | The District’s historic investment in arts education expands access to the arts for students across all grade levels. | |
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Celebrating Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
Schools across LBUSD are observing National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with cultural awareness events and resources that honor the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.
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Jordan Senior Earns Student Board Member Role
Meet LBUSD's 2023-24 Student Board Member Axel Aguilar!
In his new role, Aguilar will attend Board meetings and receive all open-session materials. He can also participate in questions and discussions or cast a “preferential vote” on all open-session items.
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Apply Today: Rotary Offers $25K in Literacy Grants
Preschool through third grade teachers in LBUSD, including Special Education, can apply for grants ranging from $500 to $2,500 to help purchase educational materials. Apply by Monday, Oct. 30!
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Last Chance: Scary Stories Contest
The Long Beach Press-Telegram's annual spooky art contest is back!
LBUSD students in grades K-12 can enter to win by submitting a story, drawing or both before the deadline Monday, Oct. 9 at 5 p.m.
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LBUSD Wellness Centers Support Students in Significant Numbers | |
Recent data shows thousands of LBUSD students are benefitting from safe and inclusive services offered in the District's Wellness Centers.
More than 15,700 counseling sessions were held at all middle and high school locations last year, according to Synergy, the District’s student information system.
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A recent graduate of the California Academy of Mathematics and Science is one of three recipients of a national scholarship funded by Bold.org, the largest independent scholarship provider in the country. | |
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Save the Date: LBUSD Employee Wellness Fair
All District employees are invited to attend the LBUSD Employee Wellness Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 12 to 6 p.m. at the Teacher Resource Center, 1299 E. 32nd Street, Signal Hill.
The annual fair provides access to the health and wellness services available to all LBUSD staff and supports the overall wellness of every employee. Those planning to attend are encouraged to register here to assist the District’s Wellness Committee with their planning.
The Kaiser Mobile Health Vehicle will also be onsite to offer preventative screenings, vaccinations, flu shots, blood pressure checks, labs and more for all Kaiser members. To schedule an appointment, Kaiser members should follow the instructions found on the Kaiser Mobile Health Vehicle flyer.
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October is Tobacco Cessation Month
A message from Aetna: Quitting nicotine is not easy. Smoking can be tough for anyone — whether you smoke, use e-cigarettes or use smokeless tobacco. Deciding to put it behind you is a good first step. Many people try to quit more than once and that’s OK. Every time you try, you learn more about what works for you and what doesn’t.
Find tobacco cessation health tips on the LBUSD Benefits Instagram and Facebook pages.
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Flu Season Comes with the Fall Season
If you have an 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. Click here to learn more.
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WeightWatchers (WW)
We're all stronger together.
LBUSD has partnered with WeightWatchers® because a good support system can give you a powerful boost toward healthy habits.
Healthy changes are easier when you’ve got backup. So, WeightWatchers created a members-only social network. It’s a judgment-free zone for sharing what works and staying motivated. 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.
Did you know?
WeightWatchers tools make tracking your food, physical activity and sleep easier – and tracking is one of the keys to building new habits. Join by Oct. 31 and get a free smart scale that syncs right to your WW app. To redeem your scale offer, join and then visit WW.com/freescale.
Living with diabetes?
WeightWatchers also has a clinically tested diabetes-tailored plan.
Already a WeightWatchers member?
Sync your current account or call WeightWatchers customer service at 866-204-2885.
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Reminders from the Employee Benefits Team
- Your access to Wellness Money has reset as of July 1, 2023. If you have either Kaiser or Aetna medical insurance, make sure to complete any appropriate wellness actions and claim your rewards 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 review the 2023-24 Benefits Guide.
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Beverly Stolte
former assistant principal
December 3, 2019
Walter Moffitt
former mail clerk
February 29, 2023
Rowena Anderson
former principal
April 10, 2023
Gayle Reidy
former teacher
April 23, 2023
Carmen Vaughn-Oliphant
former teacher
April 26, 2023
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Michael Brand
former glazier
April 29, 2023
Janice Moffitt
former substitute clerk
April 29, 2023
Kenneth Filinuk
former teacher
May 13, 2023
Michael Toledo
former maintenance programs analyst
May 20, 2023
Joyce Striewig
former executive secretary
June 21, 2023
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Sheila lantorno
former substitute teacher
July 10, 2023
Marjean Hughes
former principal
July 21, 2023
Christine Johnson
instructional aide, Grant
August 4, 2023
Elena Urey
head start teacher, Various Locations
September 3, 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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