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If I\u2019m not too late will you please include this communication in your weekly blog?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We wanted to send out a quick reminder to timekeepers and direct supervisors that this Sunday is timesheet cutoff. You may have noticed by now that you are unable to approve your employee’s timesheets until all line item approvals for secondary jobs have been approved. (i.e. Bend Science Station, Collaborative Time, ED101, etc.). We have requested that those approvals be done no later than 1:00pm on Monday, May 15th<\/sup> so that you can complete your approval process. <\/strong>You are a critical step in the process and to help move things along swiftly and smoothly we need all timekeeper approvals <\/strong>completed no later than Tuesday, May 16<\/strong>th<\/sup><\/strong> at noon.<\/strong> Once you have completed your approvals, it’s direct supervisors turn. This is the final step in the approval process before we can start our payroll processes. Direct Supervisor approvals need completed no later than Wednesday May 17th<\/sup> at noon<\/strong>. We so appreciate all of you and your time and effort to make this process as smooth as possible. Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Workflow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1 \u2013 Friday, May 12th<\/sup> by 11:00 pm \u2013 Direct Supervisors all to do items approved<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2 – Sunday May 14th<\/sup> by 11:00 pm – Employees submit their timesheet<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 3 – Monday May 15th<\/sup> by 1:00 pm – Line item approvers approve their items<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 4 – Tuesday May 16th<\/sup> by Noon – Timekeepers \/ Office managers complete their approvals<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 5 – Wednesday May 17th<\/sup>\u00a0by Noon – Admin complete their approvals<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Dean Richards & Linda Adams<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hello all,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is a\u00a0LINK<\/a>\u00a0to text that you can send to parent regarding the Math Bypass.\u00a0 Linda and I will be at the MS meeting tomorrow at SVMS to take any other questions.\u00a0 If the dates do not work for your school, please let us know and we will reschedule.\u00a0 If you make a copy (or cut and paste), you could remove other schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Ryan Kelling, Human Resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please share below information with your staff.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n Professional Development Opportunities for Licensed Staff:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lewis & Clark University is hosting information sessions for already-licensed staff interested in learning more about adding either a Special Education endorsement or a Principal License to their license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Both of these programs would be eligible for 50% tuition reimbursement for Certified staff. More information about the tuition reimbursement program, including an application, on the staff portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Jennifer Hauth & Wayfinder Curriculum<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out this link<\/a>. This a Wayfinder interest surve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Julianne Repman<\/p>\n\n\n\n Safety page on the Portal has a fresh look and new content. Effective June 17 the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for public and private school teachers, staff and school volunteers (OAR 333-019-1030) will be lifted<\/strong>.\u00a0 More from Julilanne<\/p>\n\n\n\n Warm Weather Reminders: \u00b7 Main entrance doors will remain unlocked during school\/staff hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 All other exterior doors should remain locked during the school day\/teacher contract day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n o Exterior doors may not be propped open and left unsupervised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n o Doors may be opened when supervised<\/em> by a staff person who is within \u2018arms reach\u2019 of the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Staff should report concerns of unsupervised, open doors to their administrator and or safety committee for resolution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Violations may be subject to discipline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n o\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Schools that are not designed to facilitate the locking of all exterior doors, other than the\u00a0main entrance,\u00a0will\u00a0develop\u00a0a\u00a0safety\u00a0plan\u00a0with\u00a0the\u00a0director\u00a0of\u00a0elementary,\u00a0middle\u00a0or high school programs and the district school safety director. This plan will be reviewed annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Schools with secure vestibules must not override security systems by propping doors or by any other means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Safety page on the Portal has a fresh look and new content. Effective June 17 the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for public and private school teachers, staff and school volunteers (OAR 333-019-1030) will be lifted<\/strong>. From Scott McDonald<\/p>\n\n\n\n Greetings,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s talk about WebEx. This past year, overall usage of WebEx has gone down significantly across the organization. Although many of us still rely on a virtual platform for meetings and professional development, we are using it far less to interact with students. Currently, we support two video conferencing platforms Microsoft Teams, and Cisco WebEx. Our intention is to make a slow transition to exclusively use Microsoft Teams for the 2023-24 school year. There are several compelling reasons for Bend-La Pine Schools to switch to MS Teams, including additional services, integration with email and calendar, and reduced cost. Although many staff have been using Microsoft Teams for years, it is new for students. Currently, we are beginning a trial with our Bend-La Pine Online students. If you or someone at your site often work with students virtually, we would encourage you to be a part of our trial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that any staff user can still participate virtually in any platform ( WebEx, Zoom, Google Meet, etc) the same way they can today. However, those who host meetings with staff or students will be encouraged to use Microsoft Teams. For some, I am certain this is an impactful change. Please feel free to reach out to me directly by email with any specific questions or concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Jess Calbreath<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 22: <\/strong>Assistant Principal\/Dean PD Session @7:30-8:30 at Ed Center Board Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 25: <\/strong>Middle School Admin Work Session 3:00-4:30 pm @Cascade MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n May 29: <\/strong>Memorial Day No School<\/p>\n\n\n\n June 1: <\/strong>Excellence in Education @5:00-6:30 at Summit High School<\/p>\n\n\n\n June 8:\u00a0<\/strong>Middle School Admin Work Session 3:00-4:30 pm @HDMS<\/p>\n\n\n\n June 16: <\/strong>Last Day of School<\/p>\n\n\n\n June 21: <\/strong>BLAST End of Year Celebration & Lunch @11:30-1:00 in the boardroom<\/p>\n\n\n\n Team, Enjoy the wonderful vitamin D this weekend! ~Juan To Do From Lora Nordquist All BLAST Members, We sent a calendar invitation to everyone today for our end-of-year celebration and lunch.\u00a0It is scheduled for Wednesday, June 21st, from 11:30-1:00 in … Continue reading \n
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<\/strong>Check out the updated\u00a0Safety page on the Portal<\/a>\u00a0for a one-stop-shop for the tools you use most often.\u00a0In addition to quick links, policies and newsworthy items, you will also find a link to request camera, Raptor, technology and facilities support.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means that after June 16, teachers, school staff and volunteers in schools will no longer have to provide proof of vaccination or have a valid medical or religious exception on file to be in direct or indirect contact with students.\u00a0Being up to date on COVID-19 vaccines continues to offer significant protection against serious illness and hospitalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/strong>Check out the updated\u00a0Safety page on the Portal<\/a>\u00a0for a one-stop-shop for the tools you use most often.\u00a0In addition to quick links, policies and newsworthy items, you will also find a link to request camera, Raptor, technology and facilities support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means that after June 16, teachers, school staff and volunteers in schools will no longer have to provide proof of vaccination or have a valid medical or religious exception on file to be in direct or indirect contact with students. Being up to date on COVID-19 vaccines continues to offer significant protection against serious illness and hospitalization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/juan.cuadros\/files\/2023\/05\/image-1-1024x1010.png\")
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