2025 San Juan Unified Smooth Start for Teachers: Full Schedule

Welcome to San Juan Unified!

7:00am PDT

Step 1: Find your HR Technician and Check In (see attached flyer)

Tuesday August 5, 2025 7:00am - 8:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, Foyer

Welcome to San Juan! Please check-in and say hello to your HR Technician.

Tuesday August 5, 2025 7:00am - 8:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, Foyer

Session for All

7:05am PDT

Step 2:Computer Pick Up

Tuesday August 5, 2025 7:05am - 8:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, Library

7:00- 7:30 Last Names starting with A-H
7:30- 8:00 I-Q
8:00- 8:30 R-z

Tuesday August 5, 2025 7:05am - 8:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, Library 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95684

Computer Pick Up

8:30am PDT

Welcome

Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 8:50am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Board President, Ben Avey, Superintendent Bassanelli, and The San Juan Teachers' Association welcome the newly hired employees.

Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:30am - 8:50am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

8:50am PDT

Introduction to San Juan Unified Vision

Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:50am - 9:10am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

San Juan Unified is home to more than 38,000 students and 5,000 staff members at more than 70 physical locations. As you join the team, this session provides an overview of the district’s history, strategic direction, and the shared values that unite us in our efforts to empower all in our inclusive learning community to contribute and thrive in a radically evolving world.

Speakers

Trent Allen

Chief of Staff, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 8:50am - 9:10am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

9:10am PDT

Get-To-Know-You Activity

Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:10am - 9:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Speakers

Kate Pitrone

Lead Consulting Teacher- Center for Teacher Support, San Juan Unified School District

Michaela Nichelmann

Facilitator Mentor- System of Professional Growth, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:10am - 9:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

9:30am PDT

Creating Welcoming Spaces of Belonging (Equity)

Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Speakers

Amy Day

Teacher on Special Assignment, San Juan Unified School District

Amy Day is a Teacher on Special Assignment for the Equity & Student Achievement Department, where she has served for the past two years. In this role, she supports district and department equity initiatives and supports.Before joining the Equity Department, Amy spent 15 years teaching... Read More →

Lori Vine

Coordinator, SJUSD Equity & Student Achievement

Lori Vine is the Coordinator for the Equity & Student Achievement Department, where she has served for the past nine years. In this role, she supports staff, students, and the broader San Juan community in understanding and implementing culturally responsive and equitable practices... Read More →

Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

10:30am PDT

Break

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:30am - 10:40am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:30am - 10:40am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Break, Day 1

10:40am PDT

Introduction to San Juan Teachers Association (SJTA)

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:40am - 11:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Learn what it means to be part of the San Juan Teachers Association. We will review the benefits of membership, discuss the exciting partnership that exists between the Association and the district, and examine the ways SJTA members contribute to: improving professionalism in teaching, addressing social justice issues, and contributing to the innovations that make San Juan a fantastic place to work.

Speakers

Shannan Brown

Executive Director of SJTA

Barry Roth

President of SJTA, San Juan Teachers Association

Ed Burgess

Associate Executive Director, SJTA, SJTA

Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

11:30am PDT

Introduction to the System of Professional Growth

Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:30am - 11:50am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

San Juan Unified School District's System of Professional Growth (SPG) balances evaluation, supervision, and reflection to empower practitioners to reflect on evidence and chart their own path to deeper expertise. Created and implemented collaboratively with the San Juan Teacher's Association, this system moves you from "How did I do? " to " How will I continue to improve?". Through purposeful reflection and developmental feedback, you will be able to engage in a cycle of continual improvement throughout your career.

Speakers

Sydney Walker

ICT, System of Professional Growth, San Juan Unified School District

Michaela Nichelmann

Facilitator Mentor- System of Professional Growth, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:30am - 11:50am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

11:50am PDT

Lunch-Provided by SJTA

Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm PDT

Arden Middle School, Foyer

Enjoy the complimentary lunch provided by SJTA.

Tuesday August 5, 2025 11:50am - 12:30pm PDT
Arden Middle School, Foyer

Lunch, Day 1

12:35pm PDT

Introduction to Technology in the Workplace

Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

This is an overview of how to access key technology tools SJUSD teachers use regularly, including Portal, PL (the professional learning management system), Kami, Pear Deck, Magic School, Read &Write, and the communication app Talking Points.

Speakers

Melissa Smith

TOSA, Instructional Technology, San Juan Unified School District

Laura Kenobbie

Program Manager, SIS, San Juan Unified School District

I've been a happy employee of San Juan Unified for 18 years, and for 13 of those years, I've supported or managed the student information system. I'm focused on the continuous improvement of our system and processes. Our team prioritizes customer service and welcomes feedback to help... Read More →

Peter Skibitzki

Senior Director of Technology Services, San Juan Unified School District

Peter Skibitzki is the Senior Director of Technology Services for the San Juan Unified School District (SJUSD). He has over 30 years of experience in the computer field, directly supporting K-12 education. Peter earned a B.A. in History from CSU Sacramento and is a Graduate of the... Read More →

Raj Rai

Director, Communication, San Juan Unified School District

Hilda Toribio Flores

Communication Specialist II, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

1:25pm PDT

The Standard

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:25pm - 1:45pm PDT

Arden Middle School - TBD

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:25pm - 1:45pm PDT
Arden Middle School - TBD

Session for All, Day 1

1:45pm PDT

Break

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:45pm - 1:55pm PDT

TBA

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:45pm - 1:55pm PDT
TBA

Break, Day 1

1:55pm PDT

Introduction to HR, Benefits and Payroll

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:55pm - 2:55pm PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Learn more about benefits eligibility, coverage options and the enrollment process. The payroll presentation will answer questions about paycheck stubs, Employee Self Service (ESS) portal and timecards.

Speakers

Lisa Ellington

Credentialing Analyst, HR, San Juan Unified School District

Katey Hood

Manager, Payroll, San Juan Unified School District

Nicole Buvert

Employee Benefits and Processing Specialist, San Juan Unified School District

Baljit Jhatu

Director, HR, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:55pm - 2:55pm PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 1

2:55pm PDT

Q&A for HR, Benefits and Payroll

Tuesday August 5, 2025 2:55pm - 3:20pm PDT

TBA

Speakers

Lisa Ellington

Credentialing Analyst, HR, San Juan Unified School District

Tuesday August 5, 2025 2:55pm - 3:20pm PDT
TBA

Session for All

3:20pm PDT

Raffle Drawing, Complete Evaluation Form, Select Day 2 Sessions, and Check Out

Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:20pm - 3:30pm PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Please take a few minutes to complete the Day 1 Evaluation Form and finalize your schedule for Day 2. Also, to ensure that you receive credit for the day, please checkout.

Raffle Drawing sponsored by Schools Federal Credit Union

Tuesday August 5, 2025 3:20pm - 3:30pm PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Evaluation, Day 1

8:30am PDT

Social Emotional Learning Supports (Whole Group Session)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30am - 9:25am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Join us for an interactive session to learn strategies and tools for effective engagement that supports the social and emotional development of your students.

Speakers

Tracie Locke

District Lead School Counselor, San Juan Unified School District

Christine Moran

Director, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30am - 9:25am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Family & Community Engagement (FACE)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, C109

In this presentation, participants will be introduced to our district office Family and Community Engagement (F.A.C.E) team and will receive a general overview of our roles and the wide-variety of services we offer. We will share family engagement ideas to kick-start the school year, explore community partnerships and volunteer opportunities, and discuss ways to help create a welcoming school environment. Ready-to-use family and community resources, such as books, supplies, fliers and more, will be available for all participants!

Speakers

Amy Rovai Gregory

Director, Family Engagement & Partnership Development, San Juan Unified School District

Natalia Aguirre-Mazzi

Coordinator, Family Engagement - Community Partnerships, Field Trips & Volunteers, San Juan Unified School District

Elizabeth Lopez

Coordinator, Problem Resolution, San Juan Unified School District

Luis Cruz Solache

Coordinator of Family Engagement, San Juan Unified School District

Luis Cruz Solache is a Coordinator of Family Engagement in the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Department and leads the development of capacity building family engagement programs created with the goal of supporting parents and guardians to feel confident and empowered as equal... Read More →

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, C109

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Grades 6-8 Science

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, C111

Speakers

Paula Baucom

Program Specialist, Science and Health, San Juan Unified School District

Jessica Conover

TOSA, Secondary Science, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, C111

Breakout

9:30am PDT

How to Maximize your Retirement Benefits

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, D108

This session will focus on CalPERS/STRS education, Social Security integration, and steps to take early in your career in order to ensure your retirement needs are met. We will also address student loan forgiveness programs that available for all staff and teachers

Speakers

Michael Schuler

Financial Advisor, Equitable Advisors

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, D108

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Introduction to QSIS: Student Information System

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, C112

Speakers

Laura Kenobbie

Program Manager, SIS, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, C112

Breakout

9:30am PDT

Middle School and High School History Curriculum: Overview and Access

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, D104

Speakers

Rachel Nguyen

Teacher on Special Assignment, ELA and History Curriculum Support, San Juan Unified School District

Rachel Nguyen has been teaching English Language Arts to students in the Sacramento region since 2006. She currently works with English and History teachers as a Teacher on Special Assignment, supporting SJUSD teachers. Rachel is an ERWC Workshop Leader and served as a coach and module... Read More →

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, D104

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, B109

This session will offer participants information and strategies for supporting and affirming LGBTQ+ youth including terminology, legal matters, an overview of our Gender Identity & Access Policy, specific support for gender expansive youth & and inclusive next steps for the classroom/site.

Speakers

Lori Vine

Coordinator, SJUSD Equity & Student Achievement

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, B109

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Tech: Core Technologies

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, B106

Speakers

Melissa Smith

TOSA, Instructional Technology, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, B106

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Tech: Magic School Staff

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT

Arden Middle School, Rm:B108

Speakers

Melissa Smith

TOSA, Instructional Technology, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 10:20am PDT
Arden Middle School, Rm:B108 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Overview & Access to Elementary Core Curriculum - ELA, Math, Science, & Social Studies

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, D106

Speakers

Paula Baucom

Program Specialist, Science and Health, San Juan Unified School District

Sheila Bane

TOSA K-12 Science, San Juan Unified School District

Jessica Morales

TOSA, Elementary Math, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, D106

Breakout, Day 2

9:30am PDT

Special Education: Compliance (2-hour session with 10 min break) ATTEND ONE SESSION

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am PDT

Arden Middle School, C108

This session is for our Special Ed teachers. Focus will be on accessing IEP’s in SEIS, essential documents needed, and learning how to remain compliant within IEP deadlines.

Click here for the presentation.

Speakers

Dayle Cantrall

Administrator, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Mayleen Malone

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Kerri Asbury

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Laurie Schofield

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Ali Lerch

Program Specialist, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am PDT
Arden Middle School, C108

Breakout, Day 2

10:25am PDT

Elementary Classroom Management (CTS)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, C109

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, C109

Breakout

10:25am PDT

Equity Overview and Supports

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, B109

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, B109

Breakout, Day 2

10:25am PDT

High School Science & Health

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, C111

Speakers

Paula Baucom

Program Specialist, Science and Health, San Juan Unified School District

Jessica Conover

TOSA, Secondary Science, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, C111

Breakout, Day 2

10:25am PDT

Secondary Classroom Management (CTS)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, C112

An overview of classroom management/behavior strategies focused for the secondary classroom that will help ensure a successful beginning to your year. Be prepared to start strong by learning about pitfalls to avoid and techniques to help you build a solid foundation of routines and procedures. The resources in the Google Folder will also support you at the onset.

Speakers

Elizabeth Moon

Consulting Teacher, CTS, San Juan Unified School District

Emily Fosselman

Consulting Teacher, CTS, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, C112

Breakout, Day 2

10:25am PDT

Secondary Gen Ed Teacher's Role: Students Receiving Special Ed Services

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, D104

As a general education teacher you are part of the IEP team. This session will focus on gaining an understanding of what your role is on that team. Topics will include an an overview of San Juan Unified's Special Education team, programs, and services, your role in the IEP process, how to find special education information in Q, and meeting the needs of students with special needs.

Speakers

Kerri Asbury

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, D104

Breakout, Day 2

10:25am PDT

Tech: Core Technologies

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, B106

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, B106

Breakout

10:25am PDT

Tech: Magic School Staff

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT

Arden Middle School, Rm:B108

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:25am - 11:15am PDT
Arden Middle School, Rm:B108 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Breakout

11:15am PDT

Return to the MP Room: Raffle Drawing, Processing Activity and Opportunity to Mingle

Wednesday August 6, 2025 11:15am - 11:45am PDT

Arden Middle School, MP rm

Wednesday August 6, 2025 11:15am - 11:45am PDT
Arden Middle School, MP rm 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Session for All, Day 2

11:45am PDT

Complimentary Lunch-Chipotle burritos provided by Michael Schuler and Scott Hilbert

Wednesday August 6, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT

Arden Middle School, Foyer

Provided by CRES Financial Advisors

Wednesday August 6, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
Arden Middle School, Foyer

Lunch, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

Elementary Classroom Management (CTS)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C109

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C109

Breakout

12:35pm PDT

High School ELA Curriculum: Overview and Access

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, D104

Speakers

Rachel Nguyen

Teacher on Special Assignment, ELA and History Curriculum Support, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, D104

Breakout, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

How to Maximize your Retirement Benefits

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, D108

Speakers

Michael Schuler

Financial Advisor, Equitable Advisors

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, D108

Breakout, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

Middle School Math: Overview and Access Materials

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C111

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C111

Breakout

12:35pm PDT

Secondary Classroom Management (CTS)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C112

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C112

Breakout

12:35pm PDT

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, B109

Speakers

Lori Vine

Coordinator, SJUSD Equity & Student Achievement

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, B109

Breakout, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

Tech: Core Technologies

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, B106

Speakers

Melissa Smith

TOSA, Instructional Technology, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, B106

Breakout, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

Tech: Magic School Staff

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT

Arden Middle School, Rm:B108

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 1:25pm PDT
Arden Middle School, Rm:B108 1640 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95864

Breakout

12:35pm PDT

Overview & Access to Elementary Core Curriculum - ELA, Math, Science, & Social Studies

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, D106

Speakers

Paula Baucom

Program Specialist, Science and Health, San Juan Unified School District

Sheila Bane

TOSA K-12 Science, San Juan Unified School District

Jessica Morales

TOSA, Elementary Math, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 2:20pm PDT
Arden Middle School, D106

Breakout, Day 2

12:35pm PDT

Special Education: Compliance (2-hour session with 10 min break) ATTEND ONE SESSION

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C108

Speakers

Dayle Cantrall

Administrator, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Mayleen Malone

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Kerri Asbury

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Laurie Schofield

Program Specialist, Special Education, San Juan Unified School District

Ali Lerch

Program Specialist, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:35pm - 2:20pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C108

Breakout, Day 2

1:30pm PDT

Elementary General Ed Teacher's Role: Students Receiving Special Ed Services

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C112

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C112

Breakout

1:30pm PDT

Equity Overview and Supports

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, B109

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT
Arden Middle School, B109

Breakout, Day 2

1:30pm PDT

Family & Community Engagement (FACE)

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C109

Speakers

Amy Rovai Gregory

Director, Family Engagement & Partnership Development, San Juan Unified School District

Natalia Aguirre-Mazzi

Coordinator, Family Engagement - Community Partnerships, Field Trips & Volunteers, San Juan Unified School District

Elizabeth Lopez

Coordinator, Problem Resolution, San Juan Unified School District

Luis Cruz Solache

Coordinator of Family Engagement, San Juan Unified School District

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT
Arden Middle School, C109

Breakout, Day 2

1:30pm PDT

High School Math: Curriculum Overview and Access Materials

Wednesday August 6, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm PDT

Arden Middle School, C111

Come learn about the High School math curriculum and how to access resources. There will be a short introduction followed by work time to get acquainted to your specific course materials. The PLI Math team will be there to help troubleshoot any issues.

Speakers