In The Know
An Internal Newsletter from the
Sherman ISD Communications Department
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September 2, 2022
Calendar of Events
September 3
Varsity Football vs Princeton
Bearcat Stadium
7 pm

September 3
Middle School Cross Country Meet
Sherman Middle School

September 5
Labor Day
Campuses and Offices Closed

September 6
Varsity Tennis @ Lovejoy
Lovejoy High School
4 pm

Sory Back to School Bash
Sory Elementary
5:30 pm - 7 pm

September 7
Homecoming Parade
Downtown Sherman
6:30 pm
SISD Closing Sept. 5 For Labor Day
REMINDER:
Sherman ISD campuses and offices will be closed September 5 in observance of Labor Day. Have fun and stay safe!
HR Updates and News
TERRP Retirement Match: Please consider signing up for a 457/403(b) account so that you can benefit from the District’s matching program. If you want to sign up for a 403(b) or 457 deferral, forms can be found at 457/403(b) Link.
 
The Teacher/Employee Recruitment and Retention Program (TERRP) is a local governmental, tax-qualified retirement savings plan and trust established under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue code retirement program established and operated by the Education Service Center Region 10. This plan will supplement the 403(b)/457 employee plans with District contributions. The employees’ money will be put into their own investment accounts. The District contributions will be put into a separate TERRP account until the employee separates from service.
Plan highlights:
  • The District will match employee deferrals up to 1% of pay for employees.
  • The employee is zero percent vested in years one and two. The employee becomes 50% vested in year three, 75% vested in year four and 100% vested in year five.
  • The employee must be employed on the last day of the plan year (August 31) to keep the District contribution for that year.
  • The plan year runs from September 1 to August 31 each year.
 
COVID Reporting: If you test positive for COVID-19, please notify your supervisor and remember to complete the online reporting form found at COVID Reporting Form Link. 
 
Dates for Retirement: As you are aware, SISD pays you for a portion of unused local leave at retirement. This is in accordance to Board Policy DEC(Local). If a professional contracted employee intends to retire at the end of the fall 2022 semester, he or she must submit a letter of resignation, indicating they intend to retire, to Human Resources no later than 4:00pm on Friday, September 16, 2022. If a non-contracted employee intends to retire at the end of the semester and desires payment for local sick leave, then he or she must submit a letter of resignation to Human Resources no later than two weeks prior to the last day of the semester. If a retiring SISD employee does not meet this requirement, he or she will not be paid for any local sick leave upon retirement as determined by SISD Board Policy. If you have any questions about this, email Jill O'Neal at joneal@shermanisd.net.
Spring Retirement Deadlines:
  • 187 Day Contract Employee - Friday, February 24, 2023
  • 197 Day Contract Employee - Friday, February 24, 2023
  • 207 Day Contract Employee - Friday, March 3, 2023
  • 226 Day Contract Employee - Friday, March 31, 2023
Elementary Meet The Teacher Kicks Off
Back to School Week
Elementary Meet The Teacher was a wonderful success! Parents were delighted to meet the educators who will help develop their child into an amazing learner.
SHS Open House Connects
Parents With Educators
Parents and students both walked the campus of Sherman High School Aug. 29 during the SHS Open House. Educators had a chance to meet the parents of their hard-working students and pass along words of encouragement.
Sherman ISD Names Emily Tabar Cathey
as Director of Marketing
Sherman ISD announced Thursday that Emily Tabar Cathey, a former reporter and anchor at KXII-TV, has joined the district as director of marketing.

A familiar face in Grayson County, Emily developed a love for the area during her time behind the news desk. She fostered a deep connection with the community as she covered the biggest local news events for the last three years, and will use her talents to enhance the district’s communications approach.

“Emily will be a dynamic addition to our communications team,” said Superintendent Tyson Bennett. “Her talents in visual media and marketing will be essential to connecting with all Bearcats and promoting our strong legacy.”
Fine Arts Spotlights
We're starting a Fine Arts Spotlight this year, recognizing fine arts educators around the district! Click on the following graphics to read more about your fellow educators.
Partnerships
Cornhole Tournament
Fundraiser
Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser
for local school!
Staff Register for $25
Sept. 17, noon to 5 pm
Held at Jake's Place
Email Eli Ersch at Easy Life Realty
PATH Home Loan Program
Tell Us Your News!
We would love the opportunity to feature honors and recognitions received by SISD employees. Please send accomplishments and news to Todd Kleiboer at tkleiboer@shermanisd.net.