{"id":1646,"date":"2025-08-22T02:41:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T02:41:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/tammy.doty\/?p=1646"},"modified":"2025-08-22T20:17:50","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T20:17:50","slug":"august-21-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/tammy.doty\/2025\/08\/22\/august-21-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"August 21, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need a fun idea for back to school with your staff?  How about a grade level\/department walk up song video! Thanks Heidi for sharing this fun idea! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5th Grade Teacher Walk Up Songs\" width=\"447\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/N75foVxgMAs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-huge-font-size wp-elements-eb8b7896d2088a84d5459e4c76589eb1\" id=\"block-386a4043-1846-4e03-bbe6-afa74b92e478\">From Tammy and Karen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited for you all, as you are gearing up to welcome back your staffs and kick off the 25-26 school year. We feel your energy, ideas and enthusiasm!  We are looking forward to getting out next week and spending some time at each of your schools during inservice.  Our goal in coming is to be visible and present with your staffs, show our unwavering support of the work that you all do, and cheer you on as you engage the important work of setting the tone and leading with heart in all your schools.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this coming week, we need you to be updating your staffing plan daily, with actual numbers and how many in each class, as we are having to make some hard decisions concerning moves and need updated information. Thank you so much!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please drop your main schedule <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1rceGJU2GIag3vXDO5CvcOjkPVh5WkBUQ?usp=sharing\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1rceGJU2GIag3vXDO5CvcOjkPVh5WkBUQ?usp=sharing\">in this folde<\/a>r.  The folder is in your Admin Resources Drive in the Schedules folder, 25-26.  We would like access to your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">live document<\/span> as viewers, as we need to stay up on any changes that you make in real time.   A pdf does not do that. Thank you so much&#8211;we look forward to being out in the schools and seeing the magic of teaching and learning all year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The High Desert Museum has shared <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1OMPZNHWTMobdDs4OwV7vQ1eAweWp45WL\/view?usp=sharing\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1OMPZNHWTMobdDs4OwV7vQ1eAweWp45WL\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the flier for Educator Night Out<\/a>, on September 18!  Please make sure you share this with your staff.  Don&#8217;t forget, you can come too&#8211;it&#8217;s a fun night to be had by all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/tammy.doty\/files\/2025\/08\/thumbnail_image008-791x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1650\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\">Important Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-e0e110a0-e8b1-4efb-b852-ec3c28c5e94c\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/02\/05\/february-5th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/02\/19\/february-19th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/03\/05\/march-5th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/03\/19\/march-19th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/04\/09\/april-9th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/04\/23\/april-23rd-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/05\/07\/may-7th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/elementary-curriculum-instruction\/2025\/06\/04\/june-4th-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">June 4<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;Elementary TLC Update<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1prSysjRbXyE4zTy5P1GGuYSLfi19L9n818B8i-qBiGQ\/edit?tab=t.0\">1-Page Student Management guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/100110mVK1DUFQVSVYNlrNEWjyjvWXIi8AdegNhlJbZc\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Topics of Interest\/Problem of Practice<\/a>  *New space for the 25-26 school year (24-25 are archived and you can access those conversations here too)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1wpLL4j40nhk47dT1Ob08vOnYol6PG1DsVyKt67Ldp1g\/edit?usp=sharing\">FAQs for Special Education Inclusion Topics<\/a>&#8212;Keep checking in here! BEA and BLS supported<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrator Hiring Guide<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F19WUAvNK13_c3drYR8lR1oj3RgkhZHB-z%2Fview%3Fusp%3Ddrive_link&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cstephen.duval%40bend.k12.or.us%7C83261e6b10e24832991508dda87b65c1%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638851970114717829%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=IHGCX5OClQiHX346iNmmlaAs7bCzj3X%2Fg1d%2B8kxaAGg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;<\/a>&#8212;Go to UKG, recruitment tab, and choose the hiring guide on the right hand side of the page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-huge-font-size wp-elements-6a43e1017d7914be8426d77613383e99\" id=\"block-c106e5d4-0337-4372-a9c3-e8badcc53475\">Notes from our Team:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Lisa Birk, the Deputy Superintendent:  <\/strong>Please be on the look out tomorrow (Friday) for the new BLAST leave tool (non-contract, sick, FMLA, etc. recording tool).  It is almost ready!  There will be directions on how to fill it out, but please don&#8217;t hesitate to reach out to your Level Leaders if you need help with it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Rachel Mavis, IT Project Manager: <\/strong>  NEW Attendance Features!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">L10 &#8211; New late (Tardy) code for Teachers and Office staff will use for students who arrive 10 minutes + after class start time.&nbsp; In the past teachers have been required to use Absence Unverified. By using a super late code, the student will be marked&nbsp;<em>in class<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211; but&nbsp;<em>super late<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ParentVUE Attendance &#8211; Parents will have the option to submit attendance through ParentVUE.&nbsp; The attendance request will go into a queue, where the office staff will Accept or Deny. More details and information will be released soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Eric Powell, Director of Student Services:  <\/strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">10-Day Inactivation Process to Attendance Staff<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On August 27, your secretarial staff who input\/track daily attendance will receive the following information regarding changes to our 10-Day Inactivation process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a link to that information:&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1LctQB8p1MQDlhwde-2_uogOFRsFJEvJxlnGKLBxzut8%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7Ca1c81ed638ed43bf6e6208dddf3a2ae6%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638912163097729448%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=fT9SlmGezZ1AVB5OSov6MtQhkjbLn8vSQz2jMhZV1dM%3D&amp;reserved=0\">10-Day Inactivations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key highlights for you to know about are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Synergy will auto-send attendance letters to families after a student has missed 6 consecutive school days (Unexcused or Unverified ONLY)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Synergy will auto-send attendance letters to families after a student has been 10-day Inactivated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Both of these letters request families to connect with the school to schedule a meeting focused on supporting the student return to school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*At days 3, 6, and 9, school teams are asked to designate a staff member to reach out to the family to check on the student<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*If a student is 10-day inactivated, your school team can fill out a&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fbend.k12.or.us%2Fblsrp%2Frfa%3Fauthuser%3D0&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7Ca1c81ed638ed43bf6e6208dddf3a2ae6%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638912163097766983%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=rX1NIb3Kp9wLoGkm4YOgPJSAY6MXYWZ925hIifd878U%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Request for Assistance<\/a>&nbsp;to ask the District&#8217;s Tier 3 Attendance team for support with a Home Visit or family outreach<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3b39374a7eef19a5ab1114eb91a3ca19 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Julie Richards and Jennifer Hauth&#8211;collaborating on Wayfinder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grades 3-5 should administer the Waypoints Summative Assessment in Wayfinder during the window of September 18 to October 25.  You could set a culture and climate goal based on this data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several of you have asked about using Waypoints at the K-2 level to set goals. We are not going to be using Waypoints K-2 as a summative assessment.  Because it it educator observed, it is currently too time consuming. Instead, we will be building our own modified assessment that is much less time consuming and tied to the priority standards.  So we would like you to push pause on goal setting K-2 until further notice.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7e6c68e987c91bec58dc8a7f9788d9c8 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Robbie Faith, Instructional Tech Coach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b853532dec4ed725183dd0bc2c7d2274 wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">AI Training Reminder.<\/span>  All materials for the Artificial Intelligence PD are available on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fbend.k12.or.us%2Fai-in-bls%2Fhome&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7Cad1c5a5da9e44c22e50b08dde0f6a883%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638914072173103411%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=t0rXrzn3bx3eWuhcSV2lunZKVu9zkbUjlNkBewTzWRo%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">AI in BLS website,<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;including the full slide deck for your staff session (approx. 90 minutes). Please note that the&nbsp;slides are view-only. Using the provided link ensures your staff has&nbsp;the most current version, as updates are made regularly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the training, you are encouraged to share the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsites.google.com%2Fbend.k12.or.us%2Fai-in-bls%2Fhome&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7Cad1c5a5da9e44c22e50b08dde0f6a883%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638914072173148590%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=6tQBDNOSl3YLwzrZuCHdM74wpAjnjbvcfXd4laCgtCI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI in BLS website<\/a>&nbsp;with staff. The site contains the same content as the slides, along with the syllabus statement and acceptable use scale.     For questions, please contact instructional-tech@bend.k12.or.us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Kerry Morton, Math Coach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There has been approximately 230 teachers who have participated in the Amplify Desmos Math professional learning! The teachers all seem very excited about Amplify Desmos Math and a new school year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can check the attendance&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fspreadsheets%2Fd%2F1_KheTOl_l7U1X_r0vn8flfL2BQthZEYD44-tb4dr48E%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7C904228a9843f4dac6e9e08dddf39eea6%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638912162096562677%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BoT6GRe4Ge0ZbOox6cK1A1Z8DfdQHqxCN%2Bb03EgaLfY%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>. There is one more chance for teachers to attend on August 27<sup>th<\/sup>!&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fspreadsheets%2Fd%2F1KDqNCptOxsSbO12vGMc3V8awpsmUBgJFo0lz7G2LsN4%2Fedit%3Fusp%3Dsharing&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7C904228a9843f4dac6e9e08dddf39eea6%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638912162096591153%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=updlxWnW518pvHX2S0q7PQHC7jg0GMriAOKjdn%2F%2B2Rw%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here is the list of registrants<\/a>, as of 8\/18, for August 27<sup>th<\/sup>.&nbsp; If someone needs to sign-up still,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F1EL9wdEOgB15HtsznQjK6OtdHAUlY9wK9%2Fview&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ctammy.doty%40bend.k12.or.us%7C904228a9843f4dac6e9e08dddf39eea6%7Cb9c51293e4b947a8904a452864568fe1%7C0%7C0%7C638912162096609096%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2B8mMzapu%2BaProY%2B5EcT4tDlq9YWiztG2ryo5VaRE1XE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here are the directions.<\/a>&nbsp;If you have a new hire that does not have access to UKG, please send me their name, grade level, and personal email.  Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From Ryan Kelling, Exec Dire HR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Updated Requirement: Interviews for All Vacancies<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the past, Administrators and Supervisors were not required to conduct interviews when the number of applicants matched the number of vacancies. While this may have streamlined the hiring process, we have since identified it as a poor practice because it removes the opportunity to evaluate the applicant\u2019s skills, knowledge, and ability to meet the demands of the role. This approach does not align with our commitment to selecting the most qualified candidates through a fair and thorough process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Effective immediately,&nbsp;<u>all candidates must participate in an interview before being considered for hire,<\/u>&nbsp;regardless of the number of applicants or vacancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ensures that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each candidate demonstrates proficiency and readiness for the role.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We maintain a consistent, equitable hiring process across the organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiring decisions are based on observable qualifications and competencies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This shift strengthens the integrity of our selection process and supports our goal of bringing the most capable talent into every position. Please plan accordingly when scheduling your hiring process.  If you have questions about this change, please call me.  Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-huge-font-size wp-elements-cc1fd59016819158bbf9923d74fcfd84\" id=\"block-3689ac0f-109b-492d-8439-4dd5f9e1c952\">Action Items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-a1293005-4067-478a-92f5-a073cc526c29\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Update staffing numbers daily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drop main schedule &#8212; live document into <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1rceGJU2GIag3vXDO5CvcOjkPVh5WkBUQ?usp=sharing\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1rceGJU2GIag3vXDO5CvcOjkPVh5WkBUQ?usp=sharing\">this folder<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share Educators Night Out flier with staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share attendance and Inactivation process with office staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out which staff did not take the Amplify Desmos training and make sure they are signed up for Wednesday the 27th<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to hire someone?  Please make sure you go through the complete interview process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How are you doing on your priority matrix?  Got those important and urgent things done?  Have you had to add more? <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-huge-font-size wp-elements-d6538b45114b5d74eaebae7ba1e49b7e\" id=\"block-1831939b-a328-4e28-a767-ec6cfa6613c6\">                          Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-24ba98af-7fa8-4b6f-b9fd-cb556757fe6f\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>August 25 &#8211; 29<\/strong>: Inservice Week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>August 26<\/strong>: Welcome Back Kick Off &#8211; Virtual 8:30 a.m &#8211; 10:00 a.m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 2<\/strong>: Optional Teacher Work Day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 3<\/strong>: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 9:  <\/strong>Elementary Leadership Meeting, 3:00-4:30 at the Ensworth Media Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 16:  <\/strong>PLCs 1 and 2, 3:00-4:30 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 23:  <\/strong>PLCs 3 and 4, 3:00-4:30<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>September 22-24:  <\/strong>Rosh Hashanah&#8211;no scheduling of evening events on these days. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And finally&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.bend.k12.or.us\/tammy.doty\/files\/2025\/08\/images.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1652\" style=\"width:564px;height:auto\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Need a fun idea for back to school with your staff? How about a grade level\/department walk up song video! Thanks Heidi for sharing this fun idea! 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