California Educator

March 2014

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EDITOR IN CHIEF STAFF WRITER CTA WEB EDITOR CTA WEB EDITOR EDITORIAL ASSISTANT WEB ASSISTANT Cynthia Menzel Sherry Posnick-Goodwin Karyn Ferrera Tiffany Hasker Craig Hamilton Gladdie Cabral PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY-TREASURER Dean E. Vogel Eric C. Heins Mikki Cichocki-Semo CTA ELECTED OFFICERS Larry Allen, José Alcalá, E. Toby Boyd, Gayle Bilek, Sue Cirillo, Donald L. Bridge, Tyrone V. Cabell, Elana Davidson, Don Dawson, Terri Jackson, Dana Dillon, David Goldberg, Jim Groth, Leslie Littman, Mary Rose Ortega, Marty G. Meeden, George Melendez, Theresa Montaño, Kendall Vaught, Curtis Washington, Michael Stone Claudia Briggs, Bev Bricker, Scott Buschman, Len Feldman, Bill Guy, Stephen R. Harris III, Dina Martin, Terry Ng, Colleen Nishikawa-Alanis, Mike Myslinski, Jay Ortiz, Frank Wells BOARD OF DIRECTORS CONTRIBUTORS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ASSOCIATE EXEC. DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER Joe Nuñez Rebecca Zoglman Jonathan Goldman California Educator is published for the information and edification of CTA members. The editorial philosophy is governed by the policies of CTA. Articles and advertising reflect that philosophy. Letters to the editor may be sent to editor@cta.org. Publication of advertising in the California Educator does not indicate CTA approval of the product or of the companies that purchase advertising. For advertising rates and information, contact WebSolutions Media: 5666 Spruce Harbor Court, Las Vegas, NV 89122 702-838-3434 websol@earthlink.net, websolutionsmedia.com CTA/NEA membership dues for the fiscal year, Sept. 1–Aug. 31, are $826, including a $20 voluntary contribution (see www.cta.org/contribution for details). Up to $18.40 of CTA annual dues is designated for CTA/ABC political activities to support state and local candidates and/ or initiatives and is not deductible for income tax purposes. Subscription to the California Educator is $10 per year, available to persons or institutions not eligible for CTA/NEA membership. California Educator (ISSN 1091-6148) is published monthly except January, July and August by: CALI FOR N IA TEACH E RS ASSOCIATION 1705 Murchison Dr., Burlingame, CA 94010-4583 650-697-1400; fax 650-552-5002 editor@cta.org, www.cta.org Postmaster: Send change of address to California Educator, P.O. Box 4178, Burlingame, CA 94011-4178. Periodicals Postage Paid at Burlingame, CA, and additional mailing offices. EDITORIAL INFORMATION MISSION STATEMENT The California Teachers Association exists to protect and promote the well-being of its members; to improve the conditions of teaching and learning; to advance the cause of free, universal, and quality public education; to ensure that the human dignity and civil rights of all children and youth are protected; and to secure a more just, equitable, and democratic society. What is your favorite spring break location? cuddling up with a good book Oahu, Hawaii Vegas or wherever my family is staying home with my family Clear Credential Program extension.ucsd.edu/education UC San Diego Extension offers courses approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to fulfill the requirements of most Clear Single & Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials. The program provides: The required Clear Credential courses A Planned Course of Study Student advisement and clear credential recommendation upon completion After completing the program, students can then initiate the formal recommendation to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The UC San Diego Extension Clear Credential Program is: • 100% online • An alternative to the BTSA Induction Program • Specifically designed to be completed within 6-9 months • A total of 24 quarter units in Education • Free application processing and recommendation to the CCTC • Now accepting applications for the program To view credential requirements, the program FAQ and to download an application please visit our Clear Credential Program page at http://extension.ucsd.edu/programs/customprogram/clearcredential.cfm UC San Diego Extension also offers accessible and affordable online programs for K-12 and Postsecondary Educators. • New courses begin every month • Most programs can be completed online within 1 year • Interactive, Research-Based Programs with Practical Classroom Application Programs include: • CCTC-Approved CLAD Through CTEL Program • CCTC-Approved Reading Certificate • Career and Technical Education (CTE) • College Counseling Specialized Certificate • Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Specialized Certificate For more information, please contact Morgan Appel, Director of Education at: (858) 534-9273 or mappel@ucsd.edu • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Professional Certificate • Teaching Adult Learners Professional Certificate • Teaching Online Certificate • Professional Development/ Salary Point Coursework Clear Credential Program extension.ucsd.edu/education UC San Diego Extension offers courses approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to fulfill the requirements of most Clear Single & Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials. The program provides: The required Clear Credential courses A Planned Course of Study Student advisement and clear credential recommendation upon completion After completing the program, students can then initiate the formal recommendation to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The UC San Diego Extension Clear Credential Program is: • 100% online • An alternative to the BTSA Induction Program • Specifically designed to be completed within 6-9 months • A total of 24 quarter units in Education • Free application processing and recommendation to the CCTC • Now accepting applications for the program To view credential requirements, the program FAQ and to download an application please visit our Clear Credential Program page at http://extension.ucsd.edu/programs/customprogram/clearcredential.cfm UC San Diego Extension also offers accessible and affordable online programs for K-12 and Postsecondary Educators. • New courses begin every month • Most programs can be completed online within 1 year • Interactive, Research-Based Programs with Practical Classroom Application Programs include: • CCTC-Approved CLAD Through CTEL Program • CCTC-Approved Reading Certificate • Career and Technical Education (CTE) • College Counseling Specialized Certificate • Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Specialized Certificate For more information, please contact Morgan Appel, Director of Education at: (858) 534-9273 or mappel@ucsd.edu • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Professional Certificate • Teaching Adult Learners Professional Certificate • Teaching Online Certificate • Professional Development/ Salary Point Coursework Educator 03 Mar 2014 v2.0 int.indd 6 3/6/14 10:51 AM

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