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Preparing Each Student for a Successful Future
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As a reminder, the Staff Communicator will be distributed each Thursday that we are in session, and two summer issues are also distributed. Archived copies can be found on the "Communications Department" web page.
We are getting close to summer break! May 17 will be the last day of school. It will be a half day for students and a full day for teachers. Secondary students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. and elementary students will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m.
Please begin sharing this information in classroom and building communications, and remind families to notify the school office if normal after school plans for their child will be different.
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Staff Appreciation Week
Each year it is our pleasure to celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week by honoring ALL of our district employees. We do apologize, however, as conflicting dates from DESE and Google created some confusion on WHEN we would be hosting this important celebration.
Due to varying communication that had already been sent out, we will celebrate Staff Appreciation using the following schedule. We apologize for the confusion, but regardless of date THANK EACH OF YOU for your service to our students!
Sweeny Elementary: May 8-12
All other buildings: May 1-5
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Summer School Enrollment,
DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY
Summer school 2017 is just around the corner! Below are the dates and times. Enrollment will be done online, and the deadline is May 5. CLICK HERE for registration links and more information.
Elementary:
May 30-June 23
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(Kindergarten & sibling pick-up at 2:40 p.m.)
Middle School and High School
May 30-June 22
7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
TAKE NOTE: Students attending summer school must be up-to-date on all required vaccinations for the grade they will be in for the 2017-2018 school year. This primarily impacts incoming kindergarten, 8th grade, 9th grade and 12th grade students.
CLICK HERE for a summary of these requirements. May 20 is the deadline to have vaccinations updated in order to attend summer school.
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ROAR Run THIS Saturday!
We are looking forward to seeing everyone THIS SATURDAY, May 6 at ROAR Run! See the schedule below for details.
Participants, be sure to pick-up your race packets and t-shirts on Friday, May 5 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. in the RMS auditorium. Packet pick-up is only for 5K participants and/or for those who purchased a t-shirt. If you are only participating in the 1 mile, no need to attend packet pick-up. We will see you Saturday!
There's also still time to register! New registrations will be accepted at packet pick-up or Saturday morning.
See you there!
THANK YOU SO MUCH to the individuals who have signed up to volunteer for this fun event! We are truly appreciative!
Schedule of Events:
Friday, May 5:
Packet pick-up 3:00-6:00 p.m. at RMS
(5K participants and t-shirt pick-ups only)
Saturday, May 6:
7:00 a.m. Race day registration
(1 mile closes at 7:45 a.m. and 5K closes at 8:00 a.m.)
8:00 a.m. 1 mile fun run/walk begins
8:30 a.m. 5K race begins
Awards to follow
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Random Student Drug Testing Information Night, May 9
 All patrons are invited to an information night regarding the implementation of random student drug testing on Tuesday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Republic High School library. Law enforcement personnel, an attorney and toxicology company representatives will join district personnel to provide information and answer questions. In order to be efficient in answering patron questions, we ask that you submit your questions to us in advance by CLICKING HERE. Please submit questions by Friday, May 5. To read more about the process and the preliminary draft regarding this policy,
CLICK HERE
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Insurance Open Enrollment, Open Through May 19
Please CLICK HERE to review information regarding the district's annual open enrollment period for insurance that was sent on May 1. The process will take place using a new online system so it is very important to carefully read through this information.
Open enrollment will be now through May 19, 2017.
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Summer Learning Opportunities
The CIA Department is excited to share the Professional Learning Calendar for this upcoming summer, and to be able to offer a variety of options to meet the different needs of our teachers. Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions portion to learn more about the SI Flex Day, number of days you can attend, etc. Registration is now open!
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MRTF Grant Applications, Deadline June 30
 The Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation (MRTF) invites educators to apply for the 84 $500 grants they will be awarding! The deadline to apply is June 30, and winners will be notified by August 1.
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Retirement Celebrations
Stay tuned for details regarding a celebration at RMS! However, below is information regarding the elementary and RHS retirement celebrations.
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You're Invited! Republic Writer's Reception
 The 2017 Writer's Reception will honor Republic School District's K-12 Award-winning writers from all area contests! Student authors and their teachers will be recognized. Awards will be presented. A sundae bar, coffee and lemonade will be served in celebration!
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2017 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Location: Central Office Board Room (518 N. Hampton--inside Price Elementary)
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Staff Lunch Charges & Account Info.
Only a few days left till the end of the school year, so time to get all lunch charges paid!
As a reminder, if you have SISk12 access, from your home page click on the blue "Actions" button, then click on "My Lunch Balance". If there is a (-) minus sign by the number, you have a charge which needs paid. If there is not a minus sign, that is the amount of money left to use. If you do not have SISk12 access, the food service office would also be happy to look it up for you. Just call or e-mail Ruth Melvin.
All balances rollover into next school year. If you still have money which will not be depleted by the end of the year and will not be returning to work for Republic next school year, please complete a "Lunch Refund" request form on the Food Service Department page. E-mail or fax it to them. It can be donated to a needy student, added to any of your childrens' accounts if they are in our district, or refunded to you by check. If refunded by check, it will mail after June's board meeting as long as we have the refund request by the end of May.
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Last Chats with Chance, May 9
The last Chats with Chance of the year will take place at McCulloch Elementary on May 9. We will begin at 7:30 a.m., but feel free to come and go as your schedule allows. As a reminder, ALL employees are invited!
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Employee Children Enrollment Information
*For employees enrolling their child(ren) for the first time in our district. Also, for employees wanting to request an elementary building transfer.
Employees who...
reside outside of the Republic School District (non-resident) boundary that would like to enroll their student(s) in our district
OR
live within the Republic School District boundary, but desire their student(s) to attend an elementary site other than their designated school (the building boundary in which you live).
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DirectConnect Visits Just Got Easier
As a reminder, DirectConnect is an online experience to visit with a medical professional offered through CoxHealth. There are a few changes with the system.
Below are several need-to-knows:
1. You must have your plan code at the time you are requesting a visit. If you do not have your plan code, you will be prompted to pay $49 for your visit instead of the $45 co-pay amount if you have your plan code.
PLAN CODE: Rep45c
All district employees and dependents are eligible to use this resource!
2. Payment will occur online at the time of the visit. Debit, credit, HSA, HRA and Flex Accounts can be used.
3. After payment, a link will appear for you to click on and join the virtual room. No longer will you have to await a phone call to receive login instructions.
Contact 417.269.8633 or 1.888.805.8965 for assistance.
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District & Community Events
Text RHS17 to 51660 to support Project Graduation! Get a buy one, get one toasted ravioli in the process!
City Employment Opportunities
The City of Republic asked that we pass these summer employment opportunities on to our district employees. Stop by the Republic Community Center to apply or call 417.732.3500 for additional information.
Baseball/Softball Supervisor
- Duties: Responsible for supervising Youth Baseball/Softball games throughout the season, maintaining control of the entire complex including coaches, players, and fans. Supervises and evaluates all ballfield employees including umpires, concession workers, and admission workers.
- Shifts: Monday-Friday from 4:15-9:30 p.m. (Occasional Saturdays)
- Employment Dates: May 15 - August 4
- Pay Range: $15.00-$17.50/Hour
- Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
Summer Recreation Day Camp Director
- Duties: Responsible for daily operations of the Summer Recreation Day Camp. Supervises Camp Counselors, Head Counselors, and Bus Drivers. Interacts professionally and courteously with parents/guardians and the general public.
- Shifts: Various shifts between 6:00 a.m.-6:15 p.m. Monday-Friday.
- Employment Dates: May 1 - August 9
- Pay Range: $10.00/Hour
- Must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
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Upcoming Dates
**Be sure to wear one of the "Helping Our Own" t-shirts you may have purchased in support of Audrey, Grayson and/or Dave every Friday!**
May 4: McCulloch, Price and Schofield Kindergarten Orientation,
6:00 p.m.
May 9: Random Student Drug Testing Info. Night, 6:30 p.m. at RHS
May 14: RHS Graduation, JQH Arena
1:30 p.m.
May 16: 8th Grade Promotion, RHS gym
7:00 p.m.
May 17: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, half day for students--12 p.m. dismissal for RHS and RMS, and 1 p.m. dismissal for elementary.
(elementary grade cards distributed, RMS and RHS grade cards to be emailed in the coming days)
May 18: Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at C.O.
For additional dates, please view the website calendar
HERE.
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Sincerely,
Josey McPhail
Republic School District |
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