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Alliant University's San Diego campus could be sold
Let's not forget the two high schools that were set up to feed students into Alliant at Brand's insistence, Olympian and Hilltop. These schools are being used to insure that upon graduation these students could be funneled into Alliant. Thank the National City Planning Commission and a few members of the City Council and the MTS for not allowing Brand to use the National City Adult School to expand this blight upon even more unsuspecting students. I wonder if Brand will attempt to start the program at Sweetwater High as previously planned at the semester. The answer is probably yes because the board follows this self serving egotistical cretin's every whim. Why? Because they believe that through Brand they will somehow get their legal fees paid. I believe this is why they continue to let him abuse our tax dollars to use ESI the investigation firm. Hopefully the teachers will wake up now that their benefits are being compromised and unify to prevent Brand from using the monies to purchase a new district office. Last week staff was asking why Russo was attending meetings at the district. Well it doesn't take genius to figure out why. She was the person in negotiations last year that made the blunder on the benefit package. This blunder can now be used by Brand and the board to secure a new district office. We are familiar with the money shell game he's so good at. Now he can hold the teachers hostage because SEA will not bring the attorneys needed to stop this. What's even more disconcerting is that Cartmill and McCann are on board with anything Brand does. Pearl blows with the wind. Ricasa is cautious but will probably side with Brand. That leaves one no for sure, Lopez. I believe Brand thinks his importance to the DA's office lends him some protection, but I believe that will end very soon. Things have a way of changing very quickly in this district. Just look where Gandara is now.— October 17, 2013 10:50 a.m.
Sweetwater school district's real estate deals gain momentum
The teacher association is only as strong as it's members. I paid dues for 38 yrs and am stymied as to why the SEA doesn't ask for the legal beagles to get involved in this situation. I guess I will be paying excessive fees for the next thirteen months until I turn 65. Mismanagement is everywhere. I understand that Russo was in a mtg.last week at the district office. Why?— October 16, 2013 3 p.m.
Sweetwater school district's real estate deals gain momentum
There has to be more to this than meets the eye. If the monies go strictly to pay down the Lst.debt something has to be missing here. I'm not savy about real estate and all the deliberate miss direction that Brand puts forth has me wondering what the real situation may be??— October 15, 2013 8:14 a.m.
South Bay judge upholds majority of indictments in pay-to-play
Susan, fact or fiction that there is another hearing that all the defendants will have to attend? What is this hearing for? This hearing is supposed to happen before the readiness hearing?— October 12, 2013 7:41 a.m.
Unreasonable search of Olympian High School students?
Intimidation tactics against students that seem to be illegal. Maybe it's time to call the ACLU.— October 5, 2013 3:15 p.m.
Sweetwater school district backs off on Alliant International University plan
Susan, Brand does not let staff use emails in the district for what he calls sensitive materials. I'm shocked you got this. Even Cartmill has said he will talk on phone but no emails. Brand has told staff it can't be subpoenaed if it doesn't exist. I believe that they do use their private emails but we will not get it because they will deny it exists. Deanne says no responsive documents to most PRA's when in fact we now know it's a lie she tells because of Brand.— September 8, 2013 4:46 p.m.
Sweetwater school district backs off on Alliant International University plan
I believe the missing name is someone that the district doesn't want angry with them yet is important to recognize as a part of the communication process. Could it be Shirley Horton? She is employed by the South Bay Community Services? Isn't she one of the prospective Mayoral Candidates. I understand she is a supporter of John McCann and Burt Grossman who was highlighted last week by the UT as a CV Council hopeful. I also bet Grossman and McCann will be there when Arne starts shaking hands. They will not be able to pass up that photo opportunity. But they may have to step on Fast Eddy to get the chance. Sweetwater the gift that keeps on giving. Chulavistaresident where are you?— September 8, 2013 4:15 p.m.
Chula Vista school hurries to get ready for Arne Duncan
How many teachers and staff from Granger now report to Castle Park Middle? I get scared when staff makes changes,and Program Improvement is looming over a school. The reason it concerns me is because of Brands fascination with CharterSchools.— September 7, 2013 8:22 a.m.
Chula Vista school hurries to get ready for Arne Duncan
Manny aka chulavistaresident, I can't figure out why you are upset with my blog. I'm supporting the kids. I feel that $25,000 for a stage is inappropriate for the students monies to be used for. At the high school the students are consulted about these things. If you bothered to ask the questions like this you might be better informed. Why do the kids have to pay for this visit? Why is this event not open to the public? Did you register with the district and get ok'd to attend? I never said this wasn't about Mr. Duncan. Maybe you need to read my posting again. But it is not about Brand and Bleish. This event in case you do not know is about tithe Promise Neighborhood. Brand and you I mean Mr. Rubio have lied again to the public about the costs. The district should pick up the total tab not the kids. Now do you get it?— September 5, 2013 4:14 p.m.
Chula Vista school hurries to get ready for Arne Duncan
Brand has been bringing his son to work this week. He' shown him his masterpiece at Castle Park Middle. He's taken him all over the district. I hope the South Bay Guidance Center will not be forced to have a new employee,or God forbid SUHSD. Hopefully it's just a rumor. Well I wonder when the dist (Manny Rubio) will be announcing the sudden extra two classrooms at Sweetwater High School that will be used for Alliant University. Now the research to see if this is a gift of public funds with the state because Brand will certainly say of course not. He has to collect rent I believe.— September 5, 2013 8:26 a.m.