I wanted to send a big Kudos to Cathy Jawnyj who was able to take a small group of students for MAPS testing so that they could still test today with a teacher out:)
It was so appreciated <3
~From Vicki Alper
Erin Donovan and Reading Recovery Team, Joan Kantenwein, Ellen Stirrat and Joe Fernandez- Thank you for helping us out this week with staffing. I know it is not easy to change your schedule and routine, but you all did such an amazing job fitting right in with the staff and students. Your help is much appreciated!
Gayle McManamon- I absolutely loved being in your Kindergarten weaving class. The students' attention to detail at such a young age was astounding!
-From Natalie Udstuen
Thank you to Lynn for taking time at the end of a day to verify information needed for a meeting.
And
Thank you to all who helped with testing: Brittany Luther for all of her flexibility in taking small groups; Ellie Seyfert for giving support to a student when needed; and Amanda Lorenz for being accommodating in sharing her room for students to test.
-From Mary Santi
I'd like to give a shoutout to Rachelle for always being available when I have 10,000 questions and for all their support and patience with the new ELA curriculum resource adoption.
and
Kudos to everyone working on organizing the 4th grade visit to Stanton to meet the 5th grade, ILP, and see the building!
and
To the 6th Grade team and Exploratory team for helping out with the Mayor's visit; thank you for making it a success!
and
Kudos to everyone working on all the behind-the-scenes logistics for Summer LEAPS!
-From Stephanie Kaye
Please send me KUDOS to give shout outs to colleagues! I LOVE to put them in the Monday Memo! 🎉
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.
Summer Curriculum Work
Hello!!! Just reminding you that it's that time of year...when I ask for your ideas and proposals for summer curriculum work!
THANK YOU to the teams who have already sent in ideas! WOW....amazing!!!!!
Here's WHAT:
Summer Curriculum Writing:
Example Projects: *Using Flash Back (will be created during upcoming CTT time) to plan to Flash Forward for next year *MTSS Planning *Fencepost work, including 3-2-1 unit designs and 15 day challenge plans *Planning for pilot projects *Stuff YOU want to work on!  | Here's How:
Email Heather:
Notes: Work must be completed onsite. Artifacts of the work must be shared with Heather. Timesheets must be completed, and pay rate is $34 per hour. |
Looking forward to seeing your great ideas! Please send any questions my way!
Medicaid Billing
For all staff who complete Medicaid billing, I cannot stress enough how important it is that you complete all documentation before you leave for summer. The funds generated are directly allocated for special education supplies and materials, so your attention to this equals fund that benefit our students and staff.
Insurance Open EnrollmentOur annual open enrollment for the 2022-23 school year will begin on May 2, 2022 and run through May 20, 2022. Benefits will be effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023. All open enrollment changes/updates will be handled electronically. Employees returning for the 2022-23 school year MUST complete the enrollment process online, even if coverage will be waived.
During open enrollment you can enroll, waive coverage, add family members or make necessary changes. It's also a great time to review beneficiary, address and other personal information for accuracy.
Note: You must re-enroll into your Flexible Spending Plan, if you would like to continue the plan.
Dental/Vision Coverage:
Employees are no longer required to have Dental/Vision Insurance through the district. If you do not use our Dental and/or Vision insurance plan, feel free to waive coverage.
Please reach out to Maddie Mercado with any questions or concerns.
Summer School 2022!
WE STILL NEED PARAPROFESSIONALS!!!!!!
Pay rates:
Certified staff--$52/hour (this pay rate uses the end of our ESSR funds, and the rate is higher than other elementary districts in our area)
Support staff--hourly rate + $75 weekly bonus for each week with perfect attendance
Dates for Programs
At Lotus due to Stanton HVAC construction
Mondays-Thursdays, 8:00-11:00AM (7:00AM-8:00AM OR 11:00AM-12:00PM paid plan time for classroom teachers)
Current K-7 students:
6 Weeks:
June 6
June 13
June 20
June 27
July 11
July 18
PreK Plans
2 week Preschool Camp-any current prek students invited
June 6th-9th, June 13th-16th
4 week Transition Program for Kinder-only Kinder age (invite new Kinders from registration if room)
July 11th- Aug 5th (new dates)
COVID is still real, everyone! We have multiple staff out with COVID right now. Please remember to:
1. Keep your distance.
2. Stay home when you are sick.
3. Wear a mask if symptomatic or returning from illness.
4. Wash your hands regularly.
Current Local COVID Data
Current D114 Daily Data
5/13/22
CDC thresholds and local data for Lake County
Indicator | Low Transmission | Moderate Transmission | Substantial Transmission | High Transmission | Current Status
|
Incidence Rate: Total new cases per 100K persons in the last 7 days | 0-9 | 10-49 | 50-99 | 100 or greater | 398.4 |
7 Day Average Test Positivity Rate | Less than 5% | 5.0%-7.9% | 8.0%-9.9% | Greater than 10% | 20.13 |
D114 Local Zip Codes Data from Northwestern University COVID Dashboard--ALL DATA INCLUDES ACTUAL AND PROBABLE CASES!
Indicator | Low Transmission | Moderate Transmission | Substantial Transmission | High Transmission | Current Status
|
Incidence Rate: Total new cases per 100K persons in the last 7 days | 0-9 | 10-49 | 50-99 | 100 or greater | 305.6
|
7 Day Average Test Positivity Rate | Less than 5% | 5.0%-7.9% | 8.0%-9.9% | Greater than 10% | No data found–will monitor |
Thank you to Erica and Stephanie for creating this content each week! THANK YOU for making us all better at our work!
iReady Data: no numbers this week due to the final diagnostic taking place.
Want to see some of the AMAZING updates coming to iReady next year? Get ready - there are many great things coming!!! Check it out here.
-Formative Assessment (updated bi-weekly)
VIDEO
-Relationships Matter:
Check out this opinion writing piece that could be a beautiful addition to your end of the year projects! There are a variety of grade level versions linked within so there is something for everyone. Make a copy and enjoy!
The Best Part of Me Slides
-Community Builder:
Mobile Math:
-Divide the class in half to review
math problems.
-The students can stand at their
desks (paper and pencil on desk).
-Call out a math problem such as
4+5=.
-One half of the class jumps 4 times
& the other half jumps five times.
-Each student writes down answer
on paper.
-Continue with other math problems.
-Vary movements.
-Silly Cheer/Sport:
EAFL Spirit Day
Don't forget to join us in celebrating EAFL spirit day on Tuesday, May 17. Wear your EAFL shirt and then join us at the school board meeting on Tuesday evening at 7:00.
TRS Illinois: What do you know about TRS?
Created by the Illinois General Assembly in 1939, TRS has grown to be one of the largest teachers’ retirement systems in the United States with more than 427,000 active members, annuitants, and benefit recipients
They provide retirement benefits for teachers who are employed by all Illinois public common and charter school districts located outside the city of Chicago. The Illinois Pension Code contains the laws relating to our creation, benefits, and administration.
If you would like to learn more make sure to check out their website or contact Steve Podgorski to help you navigate through this resource and benefit. TRS Illinois Information
Lotus
End of year dates!May 18, - last day to purchase in the PBIS Store.
May 20th, - winners announced for 3rd Trimester Raffle 6 winners of the Pokemon Bundle.
May 20th, - Staff winners & classroom monthly winners announced
MAY 26 - FIELD DAY
May 17--Board of Education meeting at Lotus at 7:00 PM or
on Meet
May 20--End of Year Celebration
May 26--8th grade promotion ceremony at Grant High School
May 27--LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!! Early Release schedule!
June 6--Amplify (new 6-8 ELA resource) training
10 days left, my friends!!! Let's make each day matter!
Heather
