In this Edition
- Message from Dr. Nick Ceglarek
- We're Hiring!
- Summer Programs
- Wellness Resources - There's an APP for that!
- HR Update, Stork News, Board Meetings and more!
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Dear TBAISD Family,
On June 30, Governor Whitmer released the MI Safe Schools: Michigan’s 2020-21 Return to School
Roadmap
developed by COVID -19 Task Force on Education Return to School Advisory Council. Accompanying this RoadMap,
Executive Order 2020-142
was released which details the requirement for schools to develop extensive plans guiding the return to school this fall with supports in place that outline our preparedness and response for safety, health and wellbeing, instruction, and operations during each phase of the Michigan
MI Safe Start Plan
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As of July 15, the Traverse Bay region is in Phase 5 of the Safe Start Plan. If we remain in Phase 4 or 5, we will be welcoming students and staff back to school for face-to-face instruction with significant adjustments in safety protocols. If our region enters Phases 1-3, we will be prepared to transition to remote learning. Either way, our plans will be comprehensive and address how to provide the highest level of education given the dynamic nature of the environment.
By executive order, all school districts are required to have detailed plans approved by their Board of Education by August 15. We are so fortunate to have a collaborative relationship with county health officials and teams of TBAISD experts from all areas of our organization working to strengthen our Continuity of Learning Plan in support of student growth, and school health and safety. Together we will have appropriate protocols and provide the safest learning and work environment possible.
While some individuals may have concerns about returning to face-to-face instruction, please know we will do our very best to protect our students and staff as we follow detailed and appropriate guidelines from health officials. To assist in our workforce planning, please reach out to our
Human Resources office
if you are hesitant about returning to work in September. We understand the complexity and the challenges ahead of us, and we will be ready to face those challenges together.
Thank you to every member of our TBAISD family for remaining safe and positive through these times. Your work consistently produces evidence that our focus truly is on students/learners first. This dedication and commitment to our core values continues to shine!
Respectfully,
Dr. Nick Ceglarek
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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. 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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Childcare Connection
Great Start to Quality Northwest Resource Center is available to assist families seeking licensed childcare programs throughout the ten-county region. The agency will match families with a childcare program that best meets their needs.
Learn more HERE
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TBAISD summer education programs have begun with a modified outreach program for migrant student services. A new twist to this summer school has us busing staff to local migrant camps rather than students being bused to our program sites. Five teams travel to camps four days a week to provide academic lessons and food to each child. Students ranging in age from 3 to 21 receive support in school readiness, literacy, reading comprehension, and math.
Early Childhood program visits began the week of July 13, with the majority of families requesting face-to-face meetings. The TBAISD itinerant team indicates that the rekindling of student and teacher relationships have been almost magical!
Center-based programs are preparing for a July 21 kick-off of traditional summer programming for students with special needs.
One step at a time, we are excited to safely re-engaging students with learning!
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Collin Wade Kiogima
Born on June 18, 2020
8 lbs. 12 oz., 20.5 " long to
Sarah Hobart, TA VIAT
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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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HUMAN RESOURCES
Looking Ahead to Fall Return to School
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Taking time off is important to your health and wellbeing. Year-long full-time employees are encouraged to utilize vacation, personal, non-work and illness days as appropriate. If you need to request leave under the
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
please contact
mscheele@tbaisd.org
. As we look ahead, please contact Human Resources Director Emily Quinn at 922-6417 or
equinn@tbaisd.org
if you have questions or concerns about your return to school in the fall.
In addition, administrative staff monitor the general email address
TBAISDstaffConnect@tbaisd.org
to provide a timely response to your other questions.
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TBAISD Quick Links
Technology Support
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Communication Links -
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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
More detail to follow!
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Regional Return to Learn Plan
Traverse Bay Area schools are working collaboratively to prepare for a successful return to the 2020-21 school year with a sharp focus on learning and the health and safety of all students, staff, and families. This
Return to Learn Plan
connects the region’s educational priorities with innovative group energy and resources to inform school leaders as they work to address their district needs. Together, we will be ready to provide a safe, supportive, quality learning environment when we welcome students back in the fall.
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Five Key Ways
to PROTECT Children
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- Talk About It
- Be Educated
- Minimize the Opportunity
- Recognize the Signs
- React Responsibly
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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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TBAISD| 1101 Red Drive, Traverse City, Michigan | 231.922.6200 | www.tbaisd.org
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