Sunday, April 18, 2021

Monday Morning Memo 4/19/21

 



THANK YOU to the amazing Jill Becmer for being the ultimate party planner!
and
Thank you to the Stanton Para Team for putting together an amazing safety plan for maks breaks! 
and
Thank you to Jeff and Matt for bringing me off the ledge about an issue and to Jeff for being my "ghost writer" on an email response to the issue. 
and
Thank you to Natalie for filling my bucket at the EXACT moment I needed it. 
and
Thank you to Rachelle for being such an amazing sounding board. 
and
Thank you to Amanda Lorenz for FABULOUS student data updates...with students' own data journals!!!!
-From Heather



To Kim Husko and Cathy Jawnyj for simply being a friend when I really needed one. xoxo
-From Stephanie Kaye

Shout Out to Mike Szotek for helping me update the bus tablets to the newest version.
Thanks again Mike for going above and beyond!
Andrea De Matteo

Brittany Miller,  THANKS so much  for helping students check out books so I could do the lesson with the class. They are so excited and this made it possible for all to have the time to look for a book.  😉
-From Kim VanHoorelbeke

Thank you SO much to Shar Wade for her presence and always stepping in to help where needed. You always have the best demeanor no matter what grade or class that you are in. The kids LOVED getting to have you in our room and teaching you all about what we are learning. Your hard work and service never goes unnoticed!!
and
Thank you SO much to Erica Barraza for stepping in for me to shadow Kindergarten, to see what our Preschool students will be doing next year! Your willingness to step in and take the lead by yourself for part of the day is so admirable and I couldn't have imagined better hands to leave my kiddos with!! And a big thank you to Cathy Jawnyj for coming in to help in the room as well. Your time is so appreciated! Seriously, what an amazing duo you both are! 
and
Thank you to Nicole Mild for allowing me to come in and see all the great things that Kinder is doing. I loved getting to watch you in action and all of your interactions with the students. You are a rockstar!
and
Lastly, thank you as always to Colleen Robinson for stepping in whenever needed, checking in to our rooms, and helping with extra tasks when we need more help. I can always count on you and so can the rest of the Preschool team! You are amazing!! 
-From Amanda Usyak








i-Ready

☝️Please note - the passing with proficiency percentage has been changed in the iReady system to 70%. This means that in order for a student to “pass” a lesson, they will need to earn at least a 70% on their lesson. 


🥅UPDATED GOAL: 75% of our students pass two lessons / week! 


*70% of our students spent at least 30+ minutes on iReady this week, and 69% of students passed 2 lessons! 




Insurance for 2021-22

This week, Maddie will be sending out initial information regarding insurance rates and open enrollment for next school year. The rates haven't changed much with the exception of the PPO category, which DID increase by about 13%. More details to come! So glad we are a part of NIHIP to keep our rates as balanced as is possible given our claims.


Spring Assessment Dates

Please see below for assessment windows for spring. More to come on SEL data collection.

May 3-14
Access
iReady
MAP

May 17-21

IAR (not given to full remote kids, no make ups done)


Bereavement Days

Losing someone is certainly hard, and we want staff to be there to support loved ones when a loss happens. However, please remember that Bereavement Days can only be taken for immediate family, which includes parents, spouses, fiance/fiancee, brothers, sisters, children, grandparents, grandchildren, parents-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and legal guardians. You can certainly use personal time to attend services for those outside the immediate family. If you have questions, please reach out to Maddie or me. 


Coursework Pre-Approval

Please remember that all coursework for reimbursement and/or lane changes must be pre-approved by me. If you are requesting reimbursement for a course, this approval MUST happen before July 1 for budgeting purposes. Please see the Business Office Share File for the forms you need, and reach out to Maddie with any questions. 





Vaccine Survey
Thank you to everyone who has logged data in this surveyPlease KEEP THIS UPDATED. This means I'd ask you to complete the survey again when you have updated information. So, when you get shot #1 if you haven't yet, please complete the survey again. Same for getting shot #2. I'll clean that data--you just please keep it updated. 
THANKS!
 




Updated dashboard data 4/18/21:








In honor of National Poetry Month, here are 22 Diverse and Colorful Picture Books for kids!


Students Getting Antsy? 

Take them on a Virtual Field Trip to Yellowstone National Park or to the Valley of The Kings in Community Building or incorporate this into your plans as an extended learning experience!




Lotus PBIS
Please remember to be reaching the minimum goal per day for students.  (8 certified staff and 2 para professionals).  

Tips / INFO
*  Log into your own account.
SAFETY is key with more kids on-site.  (our safety points should be sky high....)
* You can verbally tell the student (example great job staying your distance, I will be giving you a point).  You can enter the point at a separate time if easier. 
* All Star Cart open on Wednesdays.
* 3rd Trimester prizes ( 2 game sets of Spike Ball)
* Points given are tracked.

As always,  THANK YOU.  






Stanton

  • Q4 Raffle is set for 5/27
  • Please remember to check out your CICO students at the end of each class period
  • Continue being AwEsOmE and give out your daily point goal to students each day!





COVID-19 SAFETY PROCEDURES

Decision Making Tree for Post-Vaccine Symptoms

Safety Protocols

*If you have any COVID-10 like symptoms at all or are not feeling well, please DO NOT

come onsite UNLESS you have just gotten the vaccine (please see guidance above).


If coming onsite:

*You must continue to self-certify (updated with the new symptom guide) using Skyward.

*All staff must enter through the main entrance at each site.

*You must sign in using the sign in sheet, mark that you self-certified, and take and record your temperature. IF YOU HAVE A FEVER ABOVE 100.4 YOU ARE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND REACH OUT TO YOUR PRINCIPAL AND HEATHER.

*Once Sharon/Marc are onsite, they will review the sign in sheet and cross check with the

self-certification report. If anyone is NOT cleared or did NOT self-certify, they will meet with them to ensure they are safe to be onsite. If not, they'll refer that employee to Heather. 

*If you arrive after Sharon/Marc are onsite, please will report to the Health Office to check in so we know you have self-certified. Your temperature will also be taken and recorded. Employees will know to do this because, when Sharon/Marc arrive, they will pick up the sign

in log and put out a sign that says "Please come to the Health Office to check in". 

 


When you come onsite, you can work in your classroom/workspace.  Please feel free to use it as your own. I'd just ask that you work in that space as much as possible and not travel out much. You can,  of course you can use the bathroom, lounge, copiers, etc. as needed. Please do not congregate in the hallways or in other spaces. We simply want to keep you safe.

 

If you are alone in your workspace and the door is closed, you may remove your mask. If anyone enters that space, everyone in the space MUST wear a mask and stay 6 ft apart at all times. 

 

When you DO leave your room, I'd ask that you strictly follow the 4 W's to help keep yourself and others around you safe:

1. Wash your hands.

2. Wear your mask.

3. Watch your space.

4. Wait your turn.


If you are concerned that you have COVID-19 or have been exposed to COVID-19 and

have been

or are scheduled to be onsite, please let your principal, and/or me know

immediately so we can partner with you for your safety and for the safety of others.

You can trust that we will keep all this information confidential, balancing staff privacy and

system safety needs. 


All staff MUST wear masks AT ALL TIMES

when onsite and in public spaces. 

If you are working in an office/classroom

with the door closed, you may remove your

mask. It must be worn when anyone enters

that space with you. 


 


  • Thank you to everyone for casting your vote on Monday.  Congratulations to our board members on your election win:

    Maureen DeVoss- President
    Maria Allen- Vice President (non-certified)
    Amber Mysliwiec- Secretary
    Tiffany Tardio-Weber- Lotus Representative

    We are so excited to have some new members on board. 

    Thank you again to Chris Brown and Betty Cwiak for all of your hard work.  Your dedication and time has been amazing!  We are so appreciative of all your hard work.

    Upcoming conference opportunity:
    HCR Activists Training: Please join us for the HCR Activists Training Weekend, April 23-24. Our theme – Social Justice Unionism and Leadership!! Here is a flier with the agenda and Zoom registration link.

    We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, April 20th at the school board meeting!  

Maureen DeVoss, President

Melissa Jakstas, Vice President for Certified Staff

Chris Brown, Vice President for Non-Certified Staff

Katy Gardner, Treasurer

Betty Cwiak, Secretary

Cathy Jawnyj, Region Representative

Michelle Serini, Stanton School Representative

Tiffany Tardio Weber, Lotus School Representative








SELF CARE STATION



TREAT YO SELF TO SELF CARE

I'm going to use the book 180 Days of Self-Care for Busy Educators by my friend Tina

Boogren to share weekly nuggets of self-care ideas for all of us.


Week 32: Journal

Writing during stressful times helps you manage anxiety. It also clarifies what you're thinking,

helps you know yourself better, can reduce stress, and can help you solve problems. Don't

worry about grammar/punctuation...just write.


This week's invitation: Just write.

1. Schedule a time, and try to write every day. I have this gratitude journal in yellow, and my

time is first thing every morning.

2. Set the stage. Pick a notebook/journal you like. Find a pen you love. Or, make a computer

file. For me, I use this journal and, if you know me, you know I'm insane about my Flair pens.

3. Write whatever feels right. Let the words flow freely. It's your own private arena to discuss

what you want how you want!

4. Use your journal as you see fit. You may end up wanting to share your journal or start a blog

post. Do what serves you!


Full Capacity Opening Meal Plans--April 2021

Ongoing LCHD Call/Update Notes

Approved 2021-22 school year calendar

2020-21 Wednesday CTT Planning Calendar

SEL COMMITTEE HUB

D114 Virtual Toolbox

D114 Family Update

D114 Curriculum Resources


Link to D114 Business Office Share Folder

*check here for documents most frequently used/requested

Please let Heather know of suggestions for any documents to add to this

folder!


Work Order Request


Technology Support Request



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*Upcoming Events: 



Tuesday, April 20--Board of Education Meeting at 6PM--Hybrid meeting


Wednesday, April 28--Kindergarten Round Up--visit D114 website for details


Wednesday, April 28--Special Board of Education meeting--Board reorganization--6PM-Hybrid meeting


Picture Dates (building schedules coming soon):

Monday, May 3:  M/T Lotus in-person students (PreK-4)
Tuesday, May 4:  M/T Stanton in-person students (Grades 5-7)
Wednesday, May 5:  All remote only students for both schools.  By appointment at either school.  (PreK-7)
Thursday, May 6:  TH/F Stanton in-person students (Grades 5-7)
Friday, May 7:  TH/F Lotus in-person students (PreK-4)--if pictures not taken on 5/3
Monday, May 17: 8th-grade promotion pictures for remote and in-person students.

Assessment Schedule:
May 3-14
Access
iReady
MAP

May 17-21

IAR (not given to full remote kids, no make ups done)


             

Have a really wonderful week!!

Heather 😊