In The Know
An Internal Newsletter from the
Sherman ISD Communications Department
May 25, 2022
32 Recognized For Service At Retiree Dinner
Thirty-two SISD educators, maintenance workers and more were honored Monday night during this year’s Retiree Dinner. Each received a rocking chair as a gift from the district, and their years of service totaled to 893 years. Good luck in retirement!
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Bob Jones Named Athletic Director
at Galveston ISD
Galveston ISD has named Bob Jones, current Sherman ISD Athletic Director, as its Athletic Director in a Board of Trustees meeting on May 18.

Jones joined Sherman ISD in February 2020 and led the athletic department through the COVID-19 pandemic and UIL uncertainty of the 2020-2021 season. He oversaw the transition to the current Sherman High School and its new athletic facilities, as well as renovations and additions to SISD middle school athletic fields.

“It’s been a great honor to work with these student athletes and coaches,” Jones said. “There is so much talent here in Sherman, and the SISD Athletic Program is in a strong position for future success. The world-class facilities and support of the Bearcat community is unmatched, and I am grateful to have worked with this outstanding administration.” 
District Seeking Community Input On Athletic Director Position
Sherman ISD wants your input on what qualities you would like to see in the Director of Athletics, Health and Physical Education as the district's selection is ongoing. Please take the survey through the button below.
Graduation Set For Friday, May 27
Employee Parent Rehearsal
  • 9:30 am at Bearcat Stadium
  • Need to have signed form beforehand

Check-in/Still Photos of Seniors
  • 4 pm at Competition Gym
  • Students will be shuttled to Bearcat Stadium after photos

Graduation

Bad Weather Option
  • Notification by 3 pm
  • Graduation takes place in the SHS Auditorium
  • Parents and Guests enter through Main Gym and Front entrances
  • Students enter through the back of the school
  • Live feed streamed to Cafeteria and Competition Gym
Summer Hours To Start May 31, End July 29
Today was the last day of school for our students, and that means summer hours start soon. Look below to see the hours:

Professional/Paraprofessional Staff
SISD Service Center hours will be Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm with 30-minute lunch and Fridays off.

For the 2022-2023 school year, all 226-day employees will have 10 days of flex time. Principals and directors are asked to communicate their use of flex time to Susan Whitenack and Jill O’Neal. In addition, it is the employee’s responsibility to enter the absence in Frontline TEAMS. All other 226-day employees should communicate their flex time use to their immediate supervisor and enter the absences in Frontline TEAMS.

Calendar End Date for 2021-2022: June 30, 2022

Calendar End Date for 2022-2023: June 30, 2023

Auxiliary Staff
SISD auxiliary staff will be expected to work Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am-5:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch and Fridays off.

Supervisors may flex the hours listed above if needed and communicated.
Have a Great Summer!
Give Us Your Thoughts on Health Insurance Costs, Care Availability
The Texas Legislature passed SB 1444 in 2021, introducing changes to the state health insurance for educators, TRS ActiveCare. One of those changes stated school employees should be asked about their satisfaction with health insurance costs and care availability in their area under their current insurance plan.

We ask you to please complete the survey before the end of the year. When asked which ESC region covers Sherman ISD, answer ESC Region 10.

Click the button below to start the survey or enter the following address into your browser: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9V9JHBH
Time to Enroll in Supplemental Benefits
Open enrollment for supplemental benefits ends May 31. Self-enrollment is possible online if you have missed an appointment with a Benefits Specialist.

Supplemental benefits include dental insurance, vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending, dependent care accounts, health savings accounts and more.

Lunch will be provided to the campus with the highest participation in terms of percentage.

Go to https://ffbenefits.ffga.com/shermanisd/ to start enrollment. Click the button below or the following image to read a guide to online enrollment.
Bearcat Day Camp To Be Offered This Summer For SISD Employees
It’s a great time to be a Bearcat! Sherman’s Bearcat Day Camp’s summer program will be offered for the third year, and we are so excited to offer this program for our valued employees.

Anyone who works in SISD is offered free child care through this program. Students 4 years to going into sixth grade are welcome. Dates this year are May 31 until August 4. Operating hours will be 7 am to 4:45 pm, and lunch and breakfast will be provided.

Bearcat Day Camp will be at Neblett Elementary. Each week students will study a different theme. From dinosaurs to weather, the fun doesn't stop! Students will stay engaged and active!

If you are interested and would like to take advantage of this fun program, please fill out the form through the button below.
Retiree Celebration
Congratulations to all our retirees this year! You're invited to LaVonda Brown's retirement party at 1:30 pm, May 26 at the First United Bank Community Room, 401 E. Taylor Street.
Partnerships
Business Education
for Teachers Program
Partnership between local EDCs, ISDs and Workforce Solutions Texoma
for Middle School and High School Teachers/Counselors
PATH Home Loan Program
SIR Child Care Funds
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.