In this Edition
- Message from Dr. Nick Ceglarek
- TBAISD COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan
- Survey to Staff
- Seeking Photos for Opening Day
- HR Update, Board Meetings and more!
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for a Video Message
from TBAISD Superintendent
Dr. Nick Ceglarek
If you have difficulty viewing the video, please try opening this newsletter in a different browser such as Microsoft Edge or Firefox. Contact the TBAISD help desk if you need support.
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Human Resources Information |
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IMPORTANT UPDATES
The TBAISD Human Resources staff is here to answer your questions and assist with preparation for the start of the new school year. Much has changed since the onset of the pandemic and we are working hard to provide the supports needed to transition through these ever-changing times. In preparation for the start of school, there are three required Safe Schools training segments every employee will need to complete.
· Coronavirus Awareness (10 mins)
· Coronavirus: Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Workplace (10 mins)
· Common Illness Prevention (15 mins)
Optional training is available on Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Information Privacy Act (HIPAA). It is TBAISD's commitment to ensure the rights and privacy of our students and staff at all times. These optional videos will help you understand family and health privacy rights and how they apply to you and your work responsibilities if you are not familiar with these Acts.
In July, TBAISD made the decision to return to in-person instruction if the region remained in phase 4 or 5 of the Governor’s MI Safe Start Plan. The Traverse Bay region remains at Phase 5 as of this newsletter. Our Board of Education approved the TBAISD Preparedness and Response Plan on August 11, and we share it with you in this newsletter and on www.tbaisd.org. We hope you will familiarize yourself with this plan and suggest if you have any questions about your return to work to please reach out to us so we can clarify any wonders you might have. If you are planning a retirement, resignation, or request a leave of absence, please let the Human Resource Director know right away.
For those of you who may be impacted by your child's school plan or need assistance in finding childcare, please contact the Great Start to Quality Resource Center for guidance on accessing childcare.
We look forward to seeing you on September 2 for our opening day!
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Preparedness & Response Plan
The TBAISD Return to School Preparedness and Response Plan is the result of collaboration among TBAISD administrators, educators, and personnel from all areas of our organization who worked to develop our plan. In it, you will find answers to many of the questions our school community have been asking in anticipation of the return to school this fall. We are fortunate to have health officials who serve Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau counties to collaborate with us as we navigate today’s public health challenges. Together we have outlined appropriate protocols and provide the safest learning and work environment possible.
State Links:
Grand Traverse Health Department Resources
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SURVEY - Getting a Pulse on Returning to Learn
As we prepare to return to the new school year, we seek to learn from TBAISD staff, students and parents about past experiences with remote learning.
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Seeking Photos for Opening Day
We are making plans for our staff Opening Day scheduled for Wednesday, September 2. Again this year we would like to feature a slideshow of pictures that include staff members and their family taken over the summer. Some examples are individual photos, newborns, pets, family photos, graduation, weddings, reunions, vacations, boating, camping, at the beach or sporting events. If you have one or two photos that you would like to share, please send them to Heather Jewell at hjewell@tbaisd.org before August 28. Please include the name of the person(s) in the photo and location taken.
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We're Hiring!
Please help with outreach and awareness by sharing the current TBAISD job opportunities with others in your social circle.
Currently seeking:
- Clerical
- Accountant
- Custodian
- Teacher Assistant
- Medical Assistant
All current job openings are listed on the TBAISD website under Employment. Just Click Here and find "Available Jobs" listed on the right side of the page.
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TBAISD Quick Links
Technology Support -
Communication Links -
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Wellness Tools
Your mental health is important! Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan members have a new resource to support mental wellness and manage stress in times of uncertainty.
- Strategies to manage stress and overwhelming thoughts
- Parenting tips in challenging times
- ideas to manage social isolation
- tools offering emotional support
MyStrength can help! This is a downloadable app available to BCBS members at no cost through December 2020.
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Education Discounts on
Tech Devices
Students, staff and families are eligible to receive educational pricing on technology devices offered by Presido, Inacomp and SEHI. Offered through REMC Save employee purchasing, the special bid pricing is available through September 2020. Learn more here.
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TBAISD Board of Education Links
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Birthday Spotlight
See who celebrates an AUGUST birthday!
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Save the Date
TBAISD Staff Opening Day - Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Aligning with the current times, we're working on coordinating virtual gatherings in place of our traditional large group gathering. More detail to follow soon!
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Reminder for Returning Staff
Prior to entering a TBAISD worksite please take the following steps:
- If you are sick or experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
- If you have come in contact with a diagnosed case of COVID-19 or have been notified by the health department to self-quarantine, do not enter the building.
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Follow the on-premises health check prior to entering a building. The current link is above and is posted at each building entrance. *Be aware the screening protocol will change periodically to align with evolving CDC guidelines.
- Wear a covering over the nose and mouth while in a building and working around others. If you do not have one, a disposable mask will be provided at the main entrance of a building.
- While on-premises please maintain a distance of at least six feet from others.
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SAIL
Serving, Achieving, Inspiring, Learning
Our Vision
Partnering to serve, learn, and lead to ensure every learner will have pathways to a meaningful life.
Our Mission
Working together to develop learners with purpose, strong schools, and engaged communities.
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