Hello Fellow Thermo-Riders,
Remember, Be ready to shift, when movement happens! Also, don’t forget to refer back to previous blogs as you are pondering questions and seeking answers. And you can also call or text me directly. I hope you are building your “sea legs” and starting to find a groove. When I’m out in buildings, It is great to see kids in action-You are doing amazing work!
The weather is going to be spectacular this weekend! Find some time to get out and rejuvenate!
To Do
Staffing plans
Now that hiring has calmed down I need everyone to put the final edits on your staffing plan. Please look at people, positions, and hours and make the necessary updates. Thanks!
This and That
Staff who do not vaccinate or sign religious/medical exemptions
If you have staff who are asking you what will happen after 10/18 if they do not get vaccinated or sign an exemption, you are to tell them “As of 10/18, you will no longer be employable.” You are not to interpret what that means and you can direct them to reach out to HR with additional questions.
Priority – Speaking of vaccinations – We need 100% of your staff to complete the Frontline vaccination form they received via email. If they cannot find the email from Frontline, have them check the “clutter” and “junk” folders, as it has gone to all three places. This survey asks staff to upload their vax card or their waiver form. We will be reviewing staff lists next Friday and notifying you of those staff who have not completed this request. Please provide time or assistance as needed. This is very important. Again 100% participation from every staff member at your school.
Sub process
Unfortunately we are already experiencing sub shortages and there have been several of you that have asked questions about district sub and subs in general. Here is something I put together that might help clarify things.
From TLC
There’s a new format for the TLC newsletter. Check it out!
More from TLC
In TLC we are excited about increasing our support to teachers with our TOSAs. To support Linda and Colleen in this work, we are seeking 4 Math ICCL (2 MS, 2 HS) and 5 Science ICCL (4 content specific in HS and 1 MS.) An email went out to Science and Math teachers on Friday to apply for ICCL positions. Please encourage your teachers to apply by Sunday October 3rd. We hope to have the ICCLs selected by the end of that week. Those names will be included in this blog.
Reminders
From Lora Nordquist
Educator Network SIW’s
Team,
The district has designated four SIW’s over the course of the school year “Educator Network” SIW’s:
October 13
January 12
February 9
April 20
The purpose of these days is to provide time for four-part districtwide trainings, district PLC meetings, etc. A few examples include content-area meetings for high school language arts and science teachers, trainings in incorporating strategies to support multi-lingual students, early literacy best practices, training with Bruce Perry for our student success staff, and an overview of our instructional framework. Three things we want all building leaders to know now:
- All certified and building administrative staff (and some classified EA’s) will be required to participate in a strand during the EN SIW’s: this is not individual prep time for any staff. For some staff, a particular strand will be required; for others, choices will be provided.
- Most trainings will be conducted on Webex; a few will be live.
- The teaching and learning and student services departments will be sharing more complete information and training descriptions very soon! The schedule will be in next week’s blog!
If you have questions, reach out to your level leader, Julie Walker (elementary), or Dean Richards (secondary).
From Marta Broberg
Classroom Grant Applications are due October 15. Here are the docs for you to share with your staff.
From Sean
We have entered into an agreement for The Child Center to provide onsite counseling services. HERE is all the information you will need to access this support.
Calendar
Fish On…
