Sept. 28, 2023

MSCS is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic-American champions who have inspired others to achieve success. The District’s observance of Hispanic Heritage Month is one of the many ways we show appreciation for the families and communities that give spirit and culture to Memphis and Shelby County. Click HERE for the Hispanic Heritage 2023 Toolkit.

PBS Kids Pizza & Paint Party

It’s official, PBS KIDS Rock!!!! . . . and we want to let the whole world know. Help us share the new logo by painting it on . . . well, rocks! We’ll hide these rocks all around the city, later, for a city-wide rock hunt with prizes.

So, if you have a family with amazing artists, adults, or kids, we invite you to go to www.wkno.org to sign your family up for our Pizza and Paint party that takes place on Sunday, Oct. 8.

Spaces are limited and will probably go fast, so click HERE to sign up and reserve your spot.

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month October

In celebration of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, MSCS IT will highlight commonly used cybersecurity threats that could threaten users and data on the MSCS Network. Each week will focus on a different risk type. Spammers and bad actors have become crafty in their attempts to compromise accounts and data.

If an email looks suspicious, or you have a cyber security question, please reach out to IT Security at ITSecurity@scsk12.org.

NOW HIRING - Fall Break Learning Academy

If you’re interested in earning some extra money, helping support students' academic needs, and accelerating student learning, then NOW is the time to sign up to teach in the MSCS Fall Break Learning Academy Monday through Thursday, Oct. 9-12, at 20 elementary, middle, and high schools across the District. We need your talent and expertise in providing extra academic support to our students, so they will see the future! Apply today on the MSCS careers website under School Support. 

Customer Service Week Nominations

Do you know a front-line employee who goes above and beyond to provide 5-star customer service? In honor of Customer Service Week (Oct. 2-6), we will highlight two staff members each day from schools and Central Office.

Nominate them HERE to be recognized during Customer Service Week as we celebrate the importance of customer service and the people who serve and support customers on a daily basis.  

If selected, these employees will receive a certificate of recognition, an MSCS swag bag, and be featured on our MSCS media platforms with a picture and their school or department name.

Lunch Buddy Initiative

We are looking for volunteers to work with our students and provide them with a nurturing relationship in the Lunch Buddy Program. If you are interested in being a mentor, please click HERE and complete the mentor profile.

Click HERE to view participating schools and to get more information.

Think Pink 2023

Show us how you Think Pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness! Think Pink 2023 runs Oct. 1-31. Schools and department staff have the opportunity to win a smoothie happy hour!

Click HERE to view the contest rules.

U of M Educator Appreciation Day

The University of Memphis is showing MSCS educators appreciation on Sept. 30 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium by supplying discounted tickets, plus an on-field photo. Click HERE for details.

For more information, email Houston DePriest or call (901) 678-2545.

MSCS Employee Nike Store Access

You are invited! Get 40% off most merchandise at the Nike Employee Store - Memphis (select merchandise available to employees only).

No pre-registration is required. All MSCS employees are welcome to shop at the Nike Company Store - Memphis from Sept. 1-30.

To learn more information and view disclaimers, click HERE.

2023-24 Evaluation Certifications

Non-Instructional Evaluation Certification - Per MSCS Board Policy 4020, "Supervisors are responsible for adhering to the evaluation process and providing timely feedback to improve the performance of evaluated employees."

Click HERE for guidance on NIE Certification.  

SY2023-2024 NIE Evaluator Certification Training Calendar

Instructional Evaluation Certification - According to Tennessee State Board of Education policy 5.201, all educators must be evaluated annually by a certified evaluator.  

• TEM - Click HERE  for guidance on becoming TEM Certified. 
• TEAM (Managed by the TDOE) - Click HERE for guidance on becoming TEAM Certified. *Be sure to select TRAINING FOR ADMINISTRATOR certification. (Please forward a copy of the completed TEAM Certificate to eps@scsk12.org)
• Questions or concerns? Send an email to eps@scsk12.org.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. An estimated 288,300 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year and about 34,700 men will die of the disease, according to American Cancer Society. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis and risk factors HERE.

Onsite Dental Services

Jet dental is coming to the B.O.E. on Nov. 2. Schedule your dental services by clicking HERE.

Mobile Mammography Unit

The Mobile Mammography unit is coming to the BOE Oct. 5 from 10 am - 5 pm. Click HERE to schedule your appointment time.

Stay updated on all things health and wellness by visiting our website! 

Stress Management Groups

Stress management groups are going on NOW! Overcome the stress in your life. Sign up now by clicking HERE.

Step Challenge

Let's "Move Towards Better Health" by participating in the Step Challenge! Get started by clicking HERE.

2023-24 Mileage Schedule

The MSCS Mileage Schedule is now available for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

Click HERE to download and print the schedule for your records.

Safety Reminders: Stow It, Don't Show It!

The District's Safety and Security Team is committed to measures that will keep students and staff safe and reduce any opportunities for crime on District property.

Please read and follow these important safety tips and do your part to reduce vehicle theft and other incidents at your school or office site.

Skate Nights - Last One!

Grab your skates and get ready to groove and glide at free Sunset Skate Nights every last Thursday of May-September from 6-9 p.m. at River Garden (51 Riverside Drive). Perfect your skate dance moves with lessons from Step and Skate Movement!

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