Here is the visitor update I shared in our WebEx yesterday. Starting Monday, May 2, visitors will be allowed in schools at your discretion, for educational purposes and by invitation Only<\/em>, which is district policy. Follow this link<\/a> for more details and to the conditions for visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Lastly, remember, be kind to yourself and have a wonderful weekend. ~Juan <\/p>\n\n\n\n A note about Safety Drills from Julianne and Scott: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A quick reminder that each of you has access to this drill tracking spreadsheet: https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1fN5BgudLFrYEK8L6cwZ-h6hlMGqAaQMIh3Q58zjAO4g\/edit?usp=sharing_eil_m&ts=62695174<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks for making sure these drills are completed monthly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, several school leaders have not completed lockDOWN, Secure, Shelter, Earthquake drills this year \u2013 those need to be completed by the end of the year.<\/strong> A full drill is required, standing up in front of students to talk about the protocol is not a substitute for a drill, by the way. We are counting on your support to ensure these get done. Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n From our website\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n In accordance with ORS 336.071 and OAR 581-022-2225 all schools in the district (including those operating a Comprehensive Distance Learning model)<\/strong> are required to instruct students on emergency procedures in the school setting and conduct drills to practice emergency procedures. Emergency drills will continue throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic as per existing rules, statutes, and board policy.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Drills can and should be carried out as close as possible to the procedures that would be used in an actual emergency. For example, a fire drill should be carried out with the same alerts and same routes as normal. If appropriate and practicable, COVID-19 physical distancing measures can be implemented, but only if they do not compromise the drill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Staff should be trained in changes to drills prior to return to school and conducting any drills in the school setting. All standard collaboration (i.e. fire department, alarm company) and documentation remains required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Links to Resources for Drills\/Education:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These are from the Bend Fire Department: <\/p>\n\n\n\n This link is to the I Love U Guys Foundation and has videos\/training for our Lockdown, Secure, Evacuation, and Shelter drills.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Sub shortage:<\/strong> We are continuing to struggle to cover classrooms during the ongoing sub shortage we are experiencing. We are deploying Ed Center staff every day to try to support, but we are far from able to keep up. The current situation is more challenging than when we returned from winter break. Our priority is to staff schools that have more than one unfilled position. I appreciate the fact that our you generally cover your sub needs internally. Our team is trying to balance supporting schools while also doing the things required for our own jobs. The mantra for this year continues to be patience and grace!<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Dana<\/p>\n\n\n\n FAN Evaluation Feedback:\u00a0 If you received an email from Dana Pedersen last week regarding FAN Advocate evaluation feedback, please get her the information as soon as you can.\u00a0 For those\u00a0of you that replied, Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Alandra Johnson<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nominate a Student to be Featured in the Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We are excited to feature students in our annual Calendar & Handbook, which is mailed home to all families in English and Spanish. The 2022-23 calendar will include professional portraits of students taken this spring as well as a short bio\/quote. Our goal is to represent a wide range of students by highlighting a variety of backgrounds, ages, abilities and interests. Who would you like to see featured? Nominate an outstanding student today: https:\/\/bls.fyi\/nominate<\/a> (Due May 6). I\u2019m happy to answer questions \u2013 Alandra.johnson@bend.k12.or.us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n From Kinsey Martin<\/p>\n\n\n\n New Process for Bilingual Staff: Blurb to be shared with your staff after May 2: Are you bilingual? Interested in earning a stipend <\/strong>to support occasional communication with our multilingual families? To learn more about this new opportunity for bilingual employees in Bend-La Pine Schools, see our CAFE Program overview<\/a>. To indicate your interest and to be contacted regarding a chance to ask questions and complete next steps, please complete the interest form (see item #6 of the overview). <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n From April Jorgenson<\/p>\n\n\n\n Earlier this week, I shared everyone’s HSS Planning documents for next year. In order to keep things aligned with the three categories outlined by ODE, we are categorizing everything into three investments…1 – CTE Programs…2 – College-Level Programs…3 – Dropout Prevention. You may have as many subcategories as you wish under these investments, but each subcategory must meet the requirements for one of these areas. If you have any questions or if you need assistance with these documents, don’t hesitate to contact me. From Alandra Johnson<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nominate a Student to be Featured in the Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We are excited to feature students in our annual Calendar & Handbook, which is mailed home to all families in English and Spanish. The 2022-23 calendar will include professional portraits of students taken this spring as well as a short bio\/quote. Our goal is to represent a wide range of students by highlighting a variety of backgrounds, ages, abilities and interests. Who would you like to see featured? Nominate an outstanding student today: https:\/\/bls.fyi\/nominate<\/a> (Due May 6). I\u2019m happy to answer questions \u2013 Alandra.johnson@bend.k12.or.us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n From Julie Montoya, World Language TOSA<\/p>\n\n\n\n We have all had that experience where we hear another language and wonder what is being said. For some of us it is during travel, others while we are in our home and come across a TV show with actors speaking other than English. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We have a number of students who have this experience every day as they move toward becoming biliterate and Bicultural. World Language TOSA Julie Montoya shares a look through the eyes of our native and non-native English speakers and how our worlds open up when we engage with other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Going Global: World-Readiness Across The Board<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n iPad info from our Tech Team: <\/p>\n\n\n\n The summer iPad plan is ready. There\u2019s a one-pager for staff<\/a> and one for families<\/a>. When and exactly how this plan is implemented is up to each school. Ideally a staff member at each school will be given time to walk students through end-of-year steps to clean up storage and update the iOS. Doing these things now will lead to an easier launch in the fall and lend to digital literacy in general. Please reach out to Instructional Technology<\/a> or your school\u2019s site tech<\/a> with questions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Notes from Kinsey about our Autistic Students: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Although Autism Acceptance Month<\/em> is coming to a close, we thought it valuable for our instructional leadership to educate ourselves regarding our autistic community, as part of our efforts to increase inclusion and belonging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Did you know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n *(Wondering why we didn\u2019t say \u2018students with autism\u2019? Check out this<\/a> discussion of identity- vs. person-first language.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are<\/a> some learning resources for you (if you don\u2019t have much time, the two videos are your best bet). <\/p>\n\n\n\n As you will see, this topic spans social-emotional learning; diversity, equity, and inclusion; instruction and differentiation; college and career prep; and inclusive workplace climate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thank you for taking the time to reflect on the experiences of our autistic students, and how your leadership is key in promoting inclusion, belonging, and equity for our students with disabilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n From Dr. Cook <\/p>\n\n\n\n He shared this helpful resource<\/strong> with our Cabinet that you will find useful: Supporting Transgender and Non-Binary Students<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 2nd-Principal Only<\/strong> Breakfast at Original Pancake House on the West Side 7:30-9:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 9th-Preparing to Lead Equitable Schools\u2013 Principals only <\/strong>3:30-5:00 location TBD<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 16th-Middle School Principals Meeting-@7:30-9:00 at Cascade Middle School<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 19-Principal Only<\/strong> Breakfast at Original Pancake House on the West Side 7:30-9:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n June 2-Principal Only<\/strong> Breakfast at Original Pancake House on the West Side 7:30-9:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n August 10th<\/sup> & August 11th<\/sup> Leadership Training Academy Sessions 1 & 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Team, I appreciate each and everyone of you. 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The blurb below will soon be shared via the district Spotlight newsletter.
This process applies to all staff (admin, classified, certified). Admin and supervisors are receiving this information now, as a heads-up. Once the Spotlight has been shared out, please reiterate the information to your staff via your blog or in a staff meeting.
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