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July 1, 2020
Supt. Ray shared important updates on school re-entry last night, including learning options, health & safety protocols, proposed curriculum & 2020-21 calendar info.Learn more here.
We've received some questions recently from teachers regarding stipends for completing designated Microsoft Teams training this summer. Get answers here.
Are you an exemplar teacher who cares about actionable feedback? There's still time to apply to become a New Teacher Mentor in 2020-21! Review the guidelines here, then apply!
Check out these new summer training opportunities!
NEW Teachers: In an effort to support new teachers in preparation for the 2020-21 school year, new virtual courses are available in July that focus on using Microsoft Teams for school collaboration, setting up a virtual classroom and accessing student email accounts. Learn how to sign up here.
SEED Dept.:Social emotional learning is a major priority area for our schools, and the SEED team has a variety of PD opportunities in July to help teachers strengthen SEL supports for students, including ACE Awareness, Creating Safe Spaces, Culturally Responsive Teaching and more. Learn how to sign up here.
Ed Tech Summer PD: The Technology Training Center has a variety of self-paced and live courses available in the month July, including digital transformation and citizenship, standards-aligned personal learning and a wide range of Microsoft Teams sessions.
Check the full schedule here.
Take advantage of Praxis testing opportunities this summer. You could win $100 for completing your exam by July 15!
Despite COVID-19 closures, Praxis testing is still available this summer. You can participate in Praxis at-home testing and find the latest updates here. Additional details about at-home testing are also available in this Praxis article. Looking for in-person options? Praxis testing is now available at Prometric sites across Tennessee and in surrounding states.
CASH ALERT! You could score $100 courtesy of the SCS Aspiring Teachers Program for completing a Praxis/NES exam this summer. Enter by July 15.Three teachers will win!
