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Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TransAct's Upgraded Extended Learning Platform Provides San Diego USD Families with Streamlined Access to Programs
District launches Out-of-Schooltime Tracker software to streamline ELO program registration, attendance, and reporting for thousands of parents and students 'We're proud to support San Diego Unified in delivering equitable, accessible out-of-school learning experiences,' said Nate Brogan, CEO at TransAct.'— Nate Brogan, CEO LYNNWOOD, WA, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 / / -- TransAct, a leading provider of operational and compliance software for the education sector, announced today that the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) has successfully launched its Out-of-Schooltime Tracker software solution to manage the district's Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) programs. SDUSD is California's second-largest school district, serving more than 90,000 students from pre-school through 12th grade. Its ELO offerings, such as its Summer PrimeTime Program, provide enriching opportunities for students in the arts, sports, STEM, dance, and more outside the traditional school day and year. To enhance the experience for its families as well as to provide real-time access for program providers, eliminate attendance-related accountability concerns, and reduce staff workload, the district sought to replace its disparate enrollment and attendance systems with a unified platform that would provide a more modern, user-friendly system. After a competitive RFP process, SDUSD chose TransAct's Out-of-Schooltime Tracker solution for its ability to seamlessly handle registration, attendance tracking, and reporting for its ELO programs available to TK-8th grade students—all in one place. The launch of Out-of-Schooltime Tracker for the upcoming summer ELO programs is complete. More than 60,000 students were invited to apply, with parents and guardians receiving automated email and text notifications when registration opened. Thanks to easy integration with the district's student information system (SIS), key student-related fields are prepopulated in Out-of-Schooltime Tracker, making the registration process faster and easier for families. Within the first 24 hours alone, more than 13,000 applications were submitted — a number that continues to rise. 'TransAct is proud to support San Diego Unified in delivering equitable, accessible out-of-school learning experiences,' said Nate Brogan, CEO at TransAct. 'Innovative districts like SDUSD are leading the way in using technology to simplify program management, improve communication with families, and ultimately expand access to high-quality enrichment opportunities. We're excited to be part of their mission to create enriching, inclusive experiences for students beyond the classroom.' To learn more about TransAct's Out-of-Schooltime Tracker and how it supports ELO programs nationwide, visit: About TransAct For 30 years, TransAct has been dedicated to providing K-12 districts and state departments of education with software solutions that help them more efficiently meet mission-critical requirements, reduce operational complexity, and more safely and effectively serve their students. More than 30 State Departments of Education and 3,000+ school districts across the country use TransAct software to reduce operational complexity, more efficiently meet state and federal requirements, improve campus-wide communication, enhance board performance and more safely and effectively serve their students. For more information about TransAct, visit Jennifer London TransAct Communications +1 564-225-2790 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More public parking opens up in Old Town just in time for summer
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — More than a hundred additional parking spaces will be made available in San Diego's historic Old Town neighborhood to accommodate the anticipated summertime rush. In partnership with an organization called Hongos Coastal, the Harold J. Ballard Parent Center, which is operated by the San Diego Unified School District's Family Engagement Department, will open up 160 parking spaces on the property. Grand jury rips into San Diego's metered parking program Starting this Saturday, the spaces will be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., according to a statement from the district. 'This collaboration is about community,' said Daniel Scott, co-founder of Hongos Coastal. 'We're proud to support both local access and educational resources.' People will need to pay for parking at the lot using a mobile app. The district will receive 80% of the funds raised and Hongos Coastal will receive the remaining 20% and reimburse SDUSD for custodial costs. The funds raised will go toward more services for the families/caregivers of the students within the district, as well as providing more educational opportunities, supplies and additional resources to improve students' literacy, math and social-emotional wellness, according to the district. The center currently serves as a meeting place for SDUSD's parent groups, such as the District Advisory Council, Down Syndrome Support Group, Autism Parent Network and District English Learners Advisory Council. It also houses the district's DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and Title VII Indian Education offices. The Ballard Parent Center is located at 2375 Congress St. in Old Town. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
San Diego Unified bans derogatory Native American terms from school names, mascots
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — After California amended its law last year prohibiting public schools and athletic teams from using derogatory Native American terms, the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education voted this week to revise its naming and mascot policy, impacting several district schools. In a unanimous vote, the SD Unified Board on Tuesday night revised its 'naming of facilities and mascots' policy — Administrative Regulation and Board Policy 7310. This comes after the state of California in 2024 amended Assembly Bill 3074 (AB3074) — known as the California Racial Mascots Act — which prohibits K-12 public schools and athletic teams from using derogatory Native American terms starting in 2026. Clairemont High School will now be the first school in the San Diego Unified School District to change its mascot from its current chieftain mascot under the new state and district policy. In addition to Clairemont High School, the law is also expected to impact a handful of SDUSD schools. The law does, however, exempt public schools operated by an Indian tribe or a tribal organization. SDUSD voting on plan to replace Native American school mascots In August, Clairemont High School will form a committee and will be launching a webpage for information on the mascot transition process, according to the district. Then, from September to December 2025, the high school will be hosting community listening sessions and surveys. The school district says the decision on Clairmont High School's new mascot will be made by January 2026, and is expected to be implemented for the 2026-27 school year. 'We understand that for some in our school community, this change will be difficult,' said KarlyJohnstone, Principal, Clairemont High School. 'Our commitment is to a process that honors our school's history and includes input from all members of our school community while moving forward with respect and unity.' San Diego Unified adds more transitional kindergarten classrooms for next year According to the district, Clairemont High School will be conducting the mascot change in partnership with local tribal leaders and the broader school community. The SDUSD Board of Education is advising schools to consider the following before initiating a new school name or mascot: Reevaluate the school name or mascot if it reflects historical harm or exclusion A school name or mascot change should include guiding principles rooted in equity, belonging, and community empowerment A school name or school mascot change should reflect cultural, historical, or community significance that can inspire generations: Individuals and entities that have made outstanding contributions, including financial contributions, to the school community Individuals who have made contributions of statewide, national, or worldwide significance The geographic area in which the school or building is located Evaluate costs for signage, uniforms, and other associated charges before proposing a school or mascot change The district says schools would also need to establish a 10-person naming committee and hold a minimum of two public input sessions, with input being submitted to the naming committee. The Board of Education will vote on the final name, then the community will be notified at that point. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
SDUSD voting on plan to replace Native American school mascots
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The San Diego Unified School District's Board of Trustees will be voting on new guidelines Tuesday for renaming schools and mascots to comply with a new California law banning certain insignia based on Native American communities. The law, which was passed last year, prohibits the use of Native American mascots for K-12 schools starting in 2026. This law affects a handful of SDUSD schools, including Clairemont High School, whose mascot is the 'Chieftain.' Community meeting discussing San Diego Unified employee housing draws big crowd The potential change of this mascot has drawn mixed reactions from members of the campus community. 'It was about time, just because of the context and the history with the name 'Chieftain',' said one student at Clairemont High School, adding that she believes it would help make the indigenous members of the student body feel more welcome on campus. 'The Chieftains represent courage, they represent survival — everything about it is something positive that we would love for our kids to take into the community, to their career, to wherever they go,' said Lori Schmersal, a teacher at the school. The policy SDUSD's Board of Trustees will be voting on Tuesday will serve as a road map to align the district with the new law. District officials say this renaming process will include holding at least two district-level public hearings to receive community input. FOX 5/KUSI's Elizabeth Alvarez contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
