Tag: Hoover Cluster
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City Heights Program Works to Get Kids to School On Time
Video Credit: Brian Myers, Media Arts Center San Diego By Megan Burks Students and parents of Adams Elementary School in Normal Heights are huddled on the playground around Principal Sylvia McGrade for an early-morning assembly. “Good morning, Adams Elementary!” McGrade said. The kids shouted their greeting back in unison. They’re especially energetic despite the hour.…
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Getting to Know School Board Candidate Bill Ponder
I’m gradually getting to know the two candidates for the school board seat that will be vacated in June by outgoing trustee Shelia Jackson. As I get to know them, I plan to share what I learn. Every week or two, I’ll be posting a new interview with the two candidates, Bill Ponder and Gerald Brown. That…
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SD Unified Seeks to Build Trust With School Closure Meetings
By Kyla Calvert Communities around San Diego are learning which city schools could be closed. San Diego Unified leaders will present their proposals and get community feedback through November. San Diego Unified expects it will have to cut at least $58 million from its budget next year. The district is considering closing or consolidating up…