An Internal Newsletter from the
Sherman ISD Communications Department
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Open House Connects Educators With Families |
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The middle schools, elementary schools and the early childhood centers held their Open Houses last week. Educators connected with families to discuss their student's growth while students had the chance to show off what they've accomplished. |
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SISD School Guardian Program Application Process Now Open |
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The safety and security of Sherman ISD students and staff are paramount, and the District fully understands that SISD staff are first on the scene in the event of an emergency intruder situation.
As a result, the Board of Trustees established local policies CKC, DH, and GKA to facilitate the implementation of a School Guardian Program. This program permits selected and approved employees to receive the necessary training and carry a concealed firearm on Sherman ISD property. An application process is currently available for interested and eligible employees. If you would like to consider applying as a School Guardian, please contact Heath Wester, Sherman ISD Chief of Police, at hwester@shermanisd.net or 903-891-6524.
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United Way of Grayson County Campaign Kicks Off |
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Thank you to all who participated in 2021-2022 Sherman ISD United Way campaign. We were able to raise $38,715.84. Let’s see if SISD can increase our donation to United Way to $40,000 this year.
If you are currently donating through payroll deduct. Your pledge will continue for 2023. If you need to make changes to your current payroll deduction, start a payroll deduction or would like to make a one-time donation, please fill out the attached pledge form and return it to Katie Baker or me.
Staff who donate at least $120/year ($10 month) earn Jeans Days with a school/district shirt on Mondays ONLY starting November 7 – December 12. Staff who purchase a “80 years of service“ United Way t-shirt for $10 can wear their t-shirt on “United Way Wednesdays” starting November 2 – December 14. Deadline to order t-shirts is Friday, October 14 (that’s this Friday – so don’t delay).
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Student Nutrition Department Recognized In Regional Newsletter |
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The SISD Student Nutrition Department was recognized last week for its new Bearcat Grill and student internship program in Aramark's South Region Roundup, which recognizes outstanding food service and student nutrition programs across several states.
Here's what it said:
"What is the best way to celebrate National Taco Day? By offering yummy Street Tacos served on the Bearcat Grill Food Bus at Sherman HS. Students had their choice of two tacos, chicken fajita, chicken carnitas, chicken al pastor, or beef, with a variety of sides, and fresh toppings. The Bearcat Grill will be serving a different made-to-order menu every Tuesday at Sherman HS.
"Sherman HS Principal Jenifer Politi and FSD Tasha Alcala, have partnered to implement several Internships throughout the Student Nutrition Department. One of the internships is a Food Truck Certification utilizing a curriculum created by Tasha Alcala. Other interns will train in the Bearcat Café and the kitchen. Marketing interns will help advertise the Bearcat Grill, run promotions in Bearcat Café, and communicate monthly promotions throughout the school. The Student Nutrition Department is proud to play its part in “Building Bearcats”!"
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Neblett Educator Reunites With Former Student |
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At Neblett’s Reading With The Bearcats last week, teacher Katie Flippin reunited with Chris Jones, whom she taught in kindergarten!
“This is my WHY for teaching,” she said. “This young man reached out to me through Google Classroom to see if I was still teaching at Neblett. I had him in Kindergarten and now he’s a senior!”
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Effective Learning STEMs From Effective Educators |
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Instructional Technology Specialists and Instructional Coaches spent last Friday learning about STEMscopes, an effective, digital tool for STEM education curriculum. |
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The Fine Arts Spotlight recognizes fine arts educators around the district! Click on the following graphics to read more about your fellow educators. |
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SEF Major Saver Cards Still Available |
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Major Saver Cards are still available online!
The cards are only $15 and come with many deals and offers at local businesses partnering with SEF.
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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 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
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Partnerships/Community Events |
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Dallas Mavs Teacher Appreciation Weekend |
Buy Mavs Tickets At a Discount!
Mavs vs Orlando Magic
Opportunity to Shoot a Free Throw
After the Game
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Sherman Haunted History Tours |
Embark on an Adventure Across
Historic Downtown Sherman!
Oct. 15, 21, 22 & 28
7 pm, Starts At Old Iron Post
Ages 13+
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Sherman Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert |
SSO Opening Their 2022-23 Season!
Tickets FREE to Students
7:30 pm, Oct. 22
Kidd-Key Auditorium
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Junior Master Gardener
Fall Camp
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Junior Master Gardeners Learn About
Seeds, Soil, Water and More!
Classes of 15, Grades 2-5
3-5 pm, Thursdays Starting Oct. 20
Sherman Public Library
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Knowlton Family Orthodontics |
$1,000 Off Braces or Clear Aligners
For ISD Staff Who Mention Flyer
Valid until Dec. 30, 2022
Office at 301 N. Highland Ave
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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.
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