Category: Administrator Notice

Contents

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016 – for Certified Administrators and HR
ELPA21 Information – for All Administrators and ESL Staff
Elementary Math Relays – for Elementary Administrators
Beginning Teacher/Mentoring Meetings – for All Administrators
The Every Student Succeeds Act and Kansas??? New Vision for Public Education – for All Administrators

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016

From Gail Marie Taylor, PHR
Hi All,

Many thanks to all of you that have provided the name of the Teacher from your building that you would like to nominate as STAR Teacher for 2016.

The next step in the process is for the teachers to start completing the nomination packet with your assistance. I’ve attached a copy nomination packet for your reference and it will be emailed to the teachers under separate cover.

Thanks!

Gail Marie

ELPA21 Information

From Kristen Scott
Attached is a fast facts sheet on what we presently know about ELPA21. As the state releases more information we will inform the system.

ELPA21 Fast Facts Sheet

Elementary Math Relays

From Amanda Kain
Please share this information with potential coaches for the Elementary Math Relays.

PDF Flyer

Beginning Teacher/Mentoring Meetings

From Shelly Beech
There will be Beginning Teacher/Mentor Midterm meetings held on the following dates and times. All mentors and beginning teachers should plan to attend their designated session listed below:

ECH/Elementary Mentors/Beginning Teachers
Date: Monday, January 11, 2016
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: Central Office, Rm. 132-133

Secondary Mentors/Beginning Teachers
Date: Monday, January 25, 2016
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Central Office, Rm. 131

The Every Student Succeeds Act and Kansas??? New Vision for Public Education

From Dr. Cynthia Lane

Please see the attached document concerning the Every Student Succeeds Act, and mark your calendars for an Administrators’ Meeting on Thursday, January 21, 2016 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Central Office and Training Center. Please bring your copy of the District Continuous Improvement Plan (DCIP) to the meeting.

The Every Student Succeeds Act & Kansas’ New Vision for Public Education Document PDF

Contents

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016 – for Certified Administrators and HR
ELPA21 Information – for All Administrators and ESL Staff
Elementary Math Relays – for Elementary Administrators
Fraction Clinic – for Elementary Administrators
Mileage Reimbursement Rate Change – for All Administrators
Purchase Order Cancellation – for All Administrators
MeMa???s Caf?? 500 – for All Administrators

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016

From Gail Marie Taylor, PHR
Hi All,

Many thanks to all of you that have provided the name of the Teacher from your building that you would like to nominate as STAR Teacher for 2016.

The next step in the process is for the teachers to start completing the nomination packet with your assistance. I’ve attached a copy nomination packet for your reference and it will be emailed to the teachers under separate cover.

Thanks!

Gail Marie

ELPA21 Information

From Kristen Scott
Attached is a fast facts sheet on what we presently know about ELPA21. As the state releases more information we will inform the system.

ELPA21 Fast Facts Sheet

Elementary Math Relays

From Amanda Kain
Please share this information with potential coaches for the Elementary Math Relays.

PDF Flyer

Fraction Clinic

From Amanda Kain
Please forward the attached flyer to your 2nd-4th grade teachers regarding next week’s Fraction Clinic.

PDF Flyer

Mileage Reimbursement Rate Change

From Bob Young
For those individuals who file for mileage reimbursements, note that the mileage rate has changed from $.575 to $.54 per mile. This changed is effective January 1, 2016.

This adjustment has been made on the standardized district form. This can be found on the district website here. It is interactive in your ability to fill in the data and get calculated totals. It can be printed and submitted. Please make sure that associated signatures are complete and legible. Be sure to provide addresses for non-district locations. Using an incorrect form or incomplete or illegible signatures will be reasons it may be returned to you.

Purchase Order Cancellation

From Bob Young
Note that all purchase orders with an open encumbrance in the District???s current financial software (Business Plus) will be cancelled shortly after they have been open and/or unpaid or partially paid after 90 calendar days. Note that on Monday, January 11th, the Purchasing Department will be closing all open PO???s that were issued prior to October 1, 2015. This will be in compliance with the District guideline of ninety (90) day open term for all purchase orders.

There are multiple reports BusinessPlus that will provide you with dating information on open orders.

MeMa???s Caf?? 500

From Bob Young
MeMa???s Caf?? 500 reopens today at Central Office, offering its full menu for breakfast and lunch.

Today Only, Free Cookie with any purchase after 10 AM!

Open: Monday thru Friday: 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Contents

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016 – for Certified Administrators and HR
ELPA21 Information – for All Administrators and ESL Staff

Kidzone open and close dates (Winter Break)

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016

From Gail Marie Taylor, PHR
Hi All,

Many thanks to all of you that have provided the name of the Teacher from your building that you would like to nominate as STAR Teacher for 2016.

The next step in the process is for the teachers to start completing the nomination packet with your assistance. I’ve attached a copy nomination packet for your reference and it will be emailed to the teachers under separate cover.

Thanks!

Gail Marie

ELPA21 Information

From Kristen Scott
Attached is a fast facts sheet on what we presently know about ELPA21. As the state releases more information we will inform the system.

ELPA21 Fast Facts Sheet

Contents

Kidzone Open and Close Dates (Winter Break) – for District Staff and Kidzone Parents
STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016 – for Certified Administrators and HR
ELPA21 Information – for All Administrators and ESL Staff

Kidzone open and close dates (Winter Break)

From Daryel Garrison
This notice is to inform district staff and Kidzone parents. Kidzone will be closed from Monday, December 21st, 2015 through January 1st. Kidzone will resume on Monday, January 4th, 2016.

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016

From Gail Marie Taylor, PHR
Hi All,

Many thanks to all of you that have provided the name of the Teacher from your building that you would like to nominate as STAR Teacher for 2016.

The next step in the process is for the teachers to start completing the nomination packet with your assistance. I’ve attached a copy nomination packet for your reference and it will be emailed to the teachers under separate cover.

Thanks!

Gail Marie

ELPA21 Information

From Kristen Scott
Attached is a fast facts sheet on what we presently know about ELPA21. As the state releases more information we will inform the system.

ELPA21 Fast Facts Sheet

Contents

Kidzone Open and Close Dates (Winter Break) – for District Staff and Kidzone Parents
STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016 – for Certified Administrators and HR
ELPA21 Information – for All Administrators and ESL Staff

Kidzone open and close dates (Winter Break)

From Daryel Garrison
This notice is to inform district staff and Kidzone parents. Kidzone will be closed from Monday, December 21st, 2015 through January 1st. Kidzone will resume on Monday, January 4th, 2016.

STAR Teacher Nomination Packets Due January 14, 2016

From Gail Marie Taylor, PHR
Hi All,

Many thanks to all of you that have provided the name of the Teacher from your building that you would like to nominate as STAR Teacher for 2016.

The next step in the process is for the teachers to start completing the nomination packet with your assistance. I’ve attached a copy nomination packet for your reference and it will be emailed to the teachers under separate cover.

Thanks!

Gail Marie

ELPA21 Information

From Kristen Scott
Attached is a fast facts sheet on what we presently know about ELPA21. As the state releases more information we will inform the system.

ELPA21 Fast Facts Sheet