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Pasadena Unified Superintendent, Brian McDonald, sent a letter to the community announcing three new updates.
By News Desk
Substitute Teacher Rate Increase
Starting on September 27 and until the end of the school year, the new daily rate for substitute teachers will increase to $200 and for long term assignments, $250. This increase will allow PUSD to be more competitive in its recruitment and retention of quality teachers.
Blair High School Armenian International Baccalaureate
The Armenian International Baccalaureate (IB) Literature Class has been officially approved by the University of California. It has been added to the A-G list with Honors weight. It’s the first Armenian program approved by the IB Organization outside of Armenia.
Upcoming Celebrations
At the recent School Board meeting, the following celebrations were approved:
- Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15)
- National Walk and Bike to School Day (October 6)
- Week of the School Administrator (October 10-16)
- National Lights on After School Evening (October 20)
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