Dear TBAISD staff,
As an organization representing numerous school districts and operating many support programs, the end of the school year celebrations can seem overwhelming. However, witnessing and reflecting on the impact our staff has on this region is truly amazing. I am blown away with the heartfelt, personal tributes our TBAISD staff share at commencements, celebrations, and award ceremonies. An immense amount of pride swells within me when students are celebrated for the gifts and talents they bring to this world, and how our work contributes to their success. Authentic care and compassion is felt by parents, local school districts, and the extended community. Thank you for what you do for students and families in our region.
I would also like to thank you for your warm welcome and for embracing new leadership as I complete my first year as TBAISD superintendent. Learning, growing, and serving through the past twelve months proved to be my most challenging, yet rewarding experience in my 24 years in education. Patiently informing and supporting our work, your friendly demeanor and accepting nature has made a lasting impression on me. I sense your excitement about the future of our organization as we seek to serve our regions students, families, and local schools.
Looking ahead, our strategic planning process is taking shape. This year, we reached out to our colleagues and community through surveys and focus groups and connected with 853 stakeholders who provided us with data around the strengths and areas of improvement for TBAISD. As a foundation, the data collected will drive our TBAISD long-range strategic plan. With great enthusiasm, we will be ready to roll out the full plan in August when we kick off the 2019-20 school year. Thank you to all who participated and provided valuable information. The scores of data collected are available for your review on the TBAISD
Strategic Planning
website link.
My hope is that you have an amazing summer and I look forward to welcoming you back to an exciting new school year come August.
Respectfully,
Nick Ceglarek, Ed.D.
Superintendent
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Life Skills Center
On May 29, fifteen students from the Life Skills Center celebrated with family, friends and TBAISD staff to honor the end of their formal education. Each student was escorted on stage at the Milliken Auditorium to the
Pomp and Circumstance March
provided by musicians from the Traverse City Central High School orchestra and a staff member would recount the memories, adventures and future plans of each graduate. This annual event brings a smile to every face!
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Adult Community Experience
On May 31, seven students from the Adult Community Experience (ACE) program celebrated
their transition toward independence at a ceremony held at Bijou by the Bay. The ACE program prepares students ages 18-26 with mild cognitive impairment and/or autism for independence and employment. The event is the culmination of goal setting and successful student achievement in the program. Each graduate has their own unique story, unique experience, and a bright future.
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Career-Tech Center
On May 28, the Career-Tech Center recognized accomplishments and scholarship awards of 145 students from across the five-county region at the Grand Traverse Resort. Students and family members gathered for a reception followed by an award presentation by Career-Tech Center administrators, staff and business and industry partners.
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New Campus
Secondary students from New Campus School earned an adventure camping experience this spring at Camp Daggett. This year there were fewer campers, allowing more small group interactions and opportunities for students and staff to try new games and activities. Several camp activities involve teamwork, trust and strong communication while engaging in sometimes challenging maneuvers. This adventure is awe-inspiring to see kids push themselves out of their comfort zones and try new things. The lessons learned during the experience are certain to have long-lasting value. Staff members share how it is helpful to get to know the students in this out-of-school setting to better understand them and help with relationship building. It is through those relationships that growth can occur.
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Current Job Board
Please help with outreach and awareness by sharing the current TBAISD job opportunities
LINKED HERE
with others in your social circle. All current job openings are listed on the TBAISD website under
Employment
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Staff Changes for TBAISD
Staff retirements and vacancies have created transfer and growth opportunities for others within and outside of our organization. We are excited to share the following updates in our TBAISD staff beginning in July 2019:
Kelly Coffin, Ed.D.,
Assistant Superintendent - joining us from Tecumseh Public Schools
Shawn Biddle,
Director of Finance -
joining us Woodhaven Brownstown School District
Marc Wills,
Supervisor for Oak Park and ASD satellite classrooms - joining us from COOR ISD
Julie Gordon
- Compliance Supervisor and Kingsley Area Supervisor
Mike Hartman
- Service Area Supervisor for Forest Area, Kalkaska and Grand Traverse Academy
Kim Urbanski
- Leelanau County Supervisor, adding Assistive Technology, VI/HI teacher consultants
Jennifer Morgenstern
- TCAPS Service Area Supervisor
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TBAISD Board of Education Links
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Birthday Spotlight
See who celebrates a birthday this July & August.
LINK
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Dates to Remember
June - September
June 12 - Last full day for staff
August 27 & 28 - CTC Student Orientation, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
August 28 -
Opening Day for Staff
- Grand Traverse Resort, 7:30 AM
September 3 - First day for Students in Special Education
September 4 - First day for Students at CTC
September 6 - Half day for students in Special Education/full day for staff
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WiredTC is for Everyone
Join educators from across the region on August 12 for the 4th Annual WiredTC event provided in partnership with TBAISD, TCAPS and REMC2.
WiredTC is a tech conference and SO much more! The event offers quick spark sessions and intensive workshops that will guide attendees to focus on "Learning First, Technology Second."
Register today
and expand your awareness of technology that will transform teaching and learning.
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Skills Up North Cohort 2
The Career-Tech Center, in partnership with the TBAISD Adult Education program and Northwest Michigan Works! will begin another session of Skills Up North in September with welding and Allied Health programs taking the lead in adult career training development
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Adults interested in GED/high school completion and introductory training in the skilled trades are encouraged to enroll. This program is a three-year grant from the Michigan Department of Education awarded to TBAISD and is designed to improve wage earning potential for adults 19 and older. You can help create awareness of this program in conversations over the summer or by sharing this
Skills Up North link
with others. For additional information please contact Joe Parent at 231-922-7286.
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2019 Life Skills Center Events & Regional Outstanding Educators Celebration
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2019 Outstanding Educators
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Classified Ads
For Sale:
MSU football tickets - Back by Popular Demand - for sale. Great seats on 40-yard line in upper deck near concessions and bathrooms. Chair backs for seats! Three games available with
two tickets per game
:
August 30
– vs. Tulsa,
November 9
– vs. Illinois, and
November 30
– vs. Maryland
For Sale:
Evinrude
18 hp electric start long-shaft motor, $250. Motor runs but needs work. Line 6 Variax 600 model
guitar
, lots of added features, great condition. Comes with case, foot switch and chord, $250. Contact Amy Moore at 231-933-0036.
Have something to sell?
Send your item description, asking price and contact information to
hjewell@tbaisd.org
and it will appear in the next staff newsletter. Reaching over 500 readers every month!
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TBAISD| 1101 Red Drive, Traverse City, Michigan | 231.922.6200 | www.tbaisd.org
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