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- Both meetings are in the board room, NOT Perseverance Hall.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Elementary will meet from 1:00-3:00 PM, and Secondary will meet from 3:15-5:15 PM.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
From Paul in HR:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
HR has been working to better understand what staff may or may not do during their lunch periods and here is what we’ve learned:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- For certified staff:\u00a0 <\/strong>We cannot enter into any agreement that infringes on their 30-minute duty free lunch. Here is the relevant ORS 342.608<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- For classified staff: <\/strong>The district consulted with BOLI as to whether classified employees can voluntarily waive their meal period. The answer we received was to refer to our CBA to see if it includes language allowing classified staff to forgo the meal period and work through it. The BLS\/OSEA CBA states the following:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
16.5.2: With the supervisor’s approval, employees may work through break
and\/or meal period, work a regular schedule, and receive pay for the extra time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIn unusual circumstances, supervisors may require employees to work during break and\/or meal periods, provided employees will be granted compensatory time off, for the time worked, or paid time and one-half for the break and\/or meal time actually worked.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
In summary, certified licensed staff cannot work during their 30-minute duty free lunch period. Classified staff may agree to work through breaks or meal periods, with prior supervisor approval, and receive pay for this extra time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Performance Evaluation Reminders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
All goals, formal observations and most mini\u2019s should be finalized in UKG by the end of April. We are asking Level Leaders to review your progress during their next one-on-one site visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, please initiate Self-Reflections (SRs) for your staff this week. You may \u2018skip\u2019 instead of \u2018initiate\u2019 SRs those who are not on a full evaluation cycle this year. Staff are instructed to complete their SRs by May 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Here<\/a>\u00a0is an instruction video to share with your staff on how to complete self-reflections<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Here<\/a>\u00a0is an instructional video for admin on how to review, submit and finalize self-reflections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
From Dean Richards<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first round of curriculum requests (tools that are not specific to the content of a course) will begin on Wednesday, April 10th<\/sup>. Teachers will receive an email from \u201cBLS Instructional Technology.\u201d This first phase is for tools that are used for instructional engagement, productivity, and collaboration, e.g.. Kahoot, Padlet. Schedules do not need to be known for this phase of the curriculum request process as these tools are not specifically tied to a course. Our second phase of the process (course specific curriculum tool requests) is scheduled to open in early May. Access to this FAQ<\/a> will be included in the email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Please let your staff to be on the lookout for this email. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This and That <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
From Kinsey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Day of Silence<\/u><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2024\u2019s Day of Silence will be Friday, April 12th<\/sup>. You will likely have students observing this day in school sometime around that date. Students have the right to express themselves (including through silence, in this case) as long as it is done in an orderly and nondisruptive manner\u2014see related policy<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ensure your teachers accommodate participating students by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Planning nonverbal or written options for class participation that day<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Learning<\/a> about the day and its significance to your students<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From Dave VanLoo<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just a heads up that some new information and resources have been added to this Important OSAS Testing Information<\/em> document. New content includes updates to the TIDE user guide, tracking resources related to accessibility, and the SEED survey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1mOiq0TreI7wihCJL3c8XWl1DicngbXM4LuTQ46H4fyk\/edit?usp=sharing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Please reach out with any questions or support you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From Becca Burda<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the partial solar eclipse approaching this Monday, April 8th in Central Oregon, it’s crucial to prioritize the safety of our students’ eyes. While we will only experience a 26% coverage and may not noticeably observe the eclipse, direct viewing of the sun without proper protection can still cause eye damage. The whole event will be less than 2 hours with a peak around 11:30. Here are some essential safety measures to implement during the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A HUGE thanks to Colleen Behrens, secondary science instructional coach, for providing the following information and resources. Thank you, Colleen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Eclipse Glasses<\/strong>:\u00a0Use only\u00a0ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses. Remind students\u00a0to wear these glasses at all times when looking directly at the sun, even during a partial eclipse.\u00a0https:\/\/eclipse.aas.org\/eye-safety<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pinhole Cameras<\/strong>:\u00a0Encourage the use of pinhole cameras as an alternative safe viewing method. These simple devices allow students to observe the eclipse indirectly by projecting the image of the sun onto a surface.\u00a0https:\/\/eclipse.aas.org\/eye-safety\/projection<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Shadow Play<\/strong>:\u00a0Another safe option is to observe the eclipse’s effects through shadows. Using items like a colander, students can witness the eclipse by looking at the patterns of light and shadows cast on the ground.\u00a0https:\/\/eclipse.aas.org\/eye-safety\/projection<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Supervision<\/strong>:\u00a0Assign designated staff members to supervise students during the eclipse. Ensure that students are using eye protection and following safety guidelines at all times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Education<\/strong>:\u00a0Take this opportunity to educate students about the importance of eye safety during solar events. Explain why it’s unsafe to look directly at the sun without proper protection and demonstrate the correct use of eclipse glasses and other viewing methods.\u00a0https:\/\/airandspace.si.edu\/whats-on\/soar-together-air-and-space\/eclipse#puppets<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
By implementing these safety measures, we can ensure that our students have a memorable and safe experience observing the partial solar eclipse on April 8th. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let’s make this eclipse viewing a safe and enriching experience for everyone involved!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Roger White support:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thank you Patrick for sharing the information about how we can help Roger and his family as they rally around helping their husband and dad as he fights the hardest fight of his life to recover. While it is a Meal Train link, it is also a place to send gift cards and donate money as well. What to help?\u00a0Click this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Calendar <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
April 8th: <\/strong>E-Bikes are prohibited to be on MS campus (16 and under)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 10:<\/strong> No classes, Teacher work day, and conferences<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 11:<\/strong> Conferences & Juan School site visit (Staffing Plans 1 on 1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 11: <\/strong>
Middle School Horizontal @HDMS at 3:00-4:30<\/s> Cancelled<\/p>\n\n\n\nApril 12: <\/strong>No school<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 18:\u00a0<\/strong>Secondary Instructional Planning Meeting 8:00-10:30 @Ed Center Board Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 19: <\/strong>Have Staffing Plans completed <\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 25:\u00a0<\/strong>Middle School Horizontal @PCMS at 3:00-4:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n
April 26 & 29: <\/strong>Juan out of office. Limited email but available by text & phone<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fish On…<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you find yourself in NOLA, go check this place out! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Pinhole Cameras<\/strong>:\u00a0Encourage the use of pinhole cameras as an alternative safe viewing method. These simple devices allow students to observe the eclipse indirectly by projecting the image of the sun onto a surface.\u00a0https:\/\/eclipse.aas.org\/eye-safety\/projection<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Here<\/a>\u00a0is an instructional video for admin on how to review, submit and finalize self-reflections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Here<\/a>\u00a0is an instruction video to share with your staff on how to complete self-reflections<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- For classified staff: <\/strong>The district consulted with BOLI as to whether classified employees can voluntarily waive their meal period. The answer we received was to refer to our CBA to see if it includes language allowing classified staff to forgo the meal period and work through it. The BLS\/OSEA CBA states the following:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- For certified staff:\u00a0 <\/strong>We cannot enter into any agreement that infringes on their 30-minute duty free lunch. Here is the relevant ORS 342.608<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n