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Monday, January 20, 2025Superintendent Mike Fowler to Take Temporary Medical Leave
Superintendent Mike Fowler to Take Temporary Medical LeaveGoverning Board Appoints Sandra C. Huezo as Acting SuperintendentEl Cajon, CA – Superintendent Mike Fowler has announced plans to step aside from his duties until March 1, 2025, as he receives treatment for a malignant brain tumor. After his diagnosis, Fowler underwent a successful surgery in December. He has now begun a rigorous treatment schedule which will require him to remain on leave through February. As a result, the Grossmont Union High
Thursday, January 09, 2025Governing Board Saves East County Taxpayers Millions
Governing Board Saves East County Taxpayers MillionsApproval of bond refinancing plan reduces long-term interest costs and reinforces District’s reputation for responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollarsEL CAJON – Governing Board President Dr. Gary Woods of the Grossmont Union High School District (GUHSD) has announced that the GUHSD Governing Board approved a major bond refinancing plan, saving East County taxpayers nearly $19 million by reducing long-term interest costs on its existing school construction
Thursday, December 12, 2024Santee Chamber Weekly Update 12DEC24
Hello Santee! Over Thanksgiving, Santee went to New York City! Well, at least Expressions Dance and Movement Center did. Owner Darcy Fagerwold and her leadership team took 16 dancers ranging from 8th-12th grade to join over 600 dancers from all over the country to comprise the Spirit of America dance team which proudly performed in the famous Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. While in NYC, the kids also were able to attend Broadway shows, visit classic sites like the Statue of Liberty, Empire
Monday, September 09, 2024Superintendent Fowler Officially Opposes Parole for 2001 Santana Shooter
Superintendent Fowler Officially Opposes Parole for 2001 Santana Shooter EL CAJON – Grossmont Union High School District Superintendent Mike Fowler has sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Board of Parole Hearings urging the denial of parole for Charles “Andy” Williams, the 2001 Santana High School shooter.Mr. Fowler’s letter can be foundhere.###
Wednesday, September 04, 2024Advocacy Alert: SB 1299 (CORTESE) FARMWORKERS: BENEFITS REQUEST FOR VETO
Advocacy Alert for SB 1299 (CORTESE) FARMWORKERS: BENEFITS REQUEST FOR VETO Click Here
Wednesday, September 04, 2024Advocacy Alert: AB 2499 (SCHIAVO) UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION AND PAID SICK DAYS: VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE - REQUEST FOR VETO
Advocacy Alert for AB 2499 (SCHIAVO) UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION AND PAID SICK DAYS: VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE REQUEST FOR VETO Click Here
Thursday, August 22, 2024Advocacy Alert: Measure NN Improving Local Schools
Advocacy Alert: Santee Chamber of Commerce votes to support Measure NN For information on Measure NN Click Here
Monday, July 01, 2024Advocacy Alert: Historic PAGA Reform Signed by Governor Newsom Agreement Between Business, Community and Labor Groups Will Create a Better, Fairer System for Workers and Employers
Historic PAGA Reform Signed by Governor Newsom Agreement Between Business, Community and Labor Groups Will Create a Better, Fairer System for Workers and EmployersSacramento – Today, the Fix PAGA coalition, representing non-profits, social justice advocates, family farmers, health care providers and businesses, applauded Governor Newsom and legislators for enacting historic reform to the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Governor Newsom signed the two PAGA reform bills today – Senate Bill 92
Friday, June 07, 2024Advocacy Alert: AB 2876 (BERMAN) PUPIL INSTRUCTION: MEDIA LITERACY: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY
Advocacy Alert for AB 2876 (BERMAN) PUPIL INSTRUCTION: MEDIA LITERACY: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE LITERACY: CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS: INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS SUPPORT – AS AMENDED APRIL 9, 2024 SCHEDULED FOR HEARING – JUNE 12, 2024 Click Here
Friday, May 24, 2024Request to Stay and Delay Implementation of the Noncompete Rule
Advocacy Alert for Request to Stay and Delay Implementation of the Noncompete Rule Click Here
Tuesday, May 21, 2024Advocacy Alert - HR 7198 Prove It Act
Advocacy Alert for HR 7198 Prove It Ace Click Here
Monday, April 29, 2024Advocacy Alert: AB 2751 (HANEY) EMPLOYER COMMUNICATIONS DURING NONWORKING HOURS OPPOSE/JOB KILLER
Advocacy Alert for AB 2751 (HANEY) EMPLOYER COMMUNICATIONS DURING NONWORKING HOURS OPPOSE/JOB KILLER – AS AMENDED MARCH 21, 2024 Click Here
Thursday, April 18, 2024Santee Chamber Weekly Update 18APR24
Hello Santee! This last weekend I was able to partake in the Santee CommUNITY Celeberation hosted at the historic Edgemoor Barn. The Chamber teamed up with Staump Music School, a local business dedicated to helping children explore their musical talents. Throughout the day, we were treated to wonderful performances from Staump Music School's talented students, as well as from the dancers at Expressions Dance and Movement Center. It was truly a joy to witness such talent and creativity on display.
Monday, April 15, 2024Advocacy Alert: SB 1321 (Wahab) –– OPPOSE
Advocacy Alert for SB 1321 (Wahab) –– OPPOSE Click Here
Tuesday, April 09, 2024Advocacy Alert: SB 1345 (SMALLWOOD-CUEVAS) EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION: CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION
Advocacy Alert SB 1345 (SMALLWOOD-CUEVAS) EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION: CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION OPPOSE/JOB KILLER – AS AMENDED MARCH 20, 2024 Click Here
Thursday, April 04, 2024News Release: Santee Heroes Celebration 2024
Media Contact: Kristen Dare, ACE President/CEO Santee Chamber of Commerce 619.922.1031 dare@santeechamber.com Release Date: April 4, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Santee Chamber of Commerce Announces 2023 Person of the Year Santee, California - The Santee Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the recipient of the prestigious Person of the Year award. This esteemed honor is bestowed upon an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and service to the Santee
Thursday, March 28, 2024Advocacy Alert: Support for the City of Santee’s Four (4) FY 2025 Congressionally Directed Spending Requests
Advocacy Alert: Support for the City of Santee’s Four (4) FY 2025 Congressionally Directed Spending Requests Click Here
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Advocacy Alert: SB-1167 Solid waste: single-use drinking vessels - OPPOSED
Advocacy Alert for SB-1167 Solid waste: single-use drinking vessels - OPPOSED Click Here
Monday, March 25, 2024Advocacy Alert: SB 1103 (Menjivar) – Commercial Lease Contract Mandates - OPPOSE
Advocacy Alert for SB 1103 (Menjivar) – Commercial Lease Contract Mandates - OPPOSE Click Here
Thursday, March 04, 2021Santana High School - 20 Years Later
When people experience a traumatic event, the date of that event can sometimes live on with them, even plaguing them with anxiety as that date nears. For years, I have watched calendars end out the month of February and I immediately felt uneasy as we knowingly entered into the month of March. This year, that anxiety struck me a tad early as I sat in early February realizing that next month, March 5th marks the 20-year anniversary of the shooting at Santana High School. I'm not alone in the acknowledgement
