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August 25, 2021
Why don't parents have a remote learning option? Are virtual learning options available? Who should I contact to voice my concerns? Review the Fast Facts: Remote Learning for more information.
As part of our commitment to transparency, SCS has established a data dashboard to report COVID-19 cases identified across the District. 2021-22 school year data will be updated each week that school is in session.
SCS is looking for site supervisors, site workers, and site tutors for the Extended Learning program! Apply TODAY! Questions? Email ELOP@scsk12.org.
Help us become a healthier 901 by getting your COVID-19 vaccine! The Pipkin building will now administer vaccines Wednesday-Saturdays, and no appointment is necessary. Learn more info here.
Have you taken the Praxis within the last 5 years? Apply to become a Praxis Tutor TODAY for support weekly! Teach via Microsoft Teams and earn $150 per session. View the flyer to learn more!
It's time to cast your nominations for The SPARK Awards 2021! (NEW)

Please submit your nomination(s) by Tuesday, August 31,
5 p.m., to help us recognize and celebrate those who are
making a difference here in the Mid-South. Please nominate anyone who has dedicated many years of service to our great community.

Overall, there are 13 categories covering individuals (youth, college student, adult, teacher, education leader, and legacy award), nonprofits of various sizes, corporations of different sizes, and schools.

Once the nomination phase is complete, all nominations will be given to The Midtown Memphis Rotary Club, which will ultimately select the winners in each category to be recognized during the special televised broadcast of The SPARK Awards later this year.
Important Bottle Water Information! (NEW)

As we continue to supply bottled water to your students and staff, we ask that you adhere to the following:

  • Beginning April 12, water was delivered to all schools bi-weekly by a vendor. 
  • A box truck-type vehicle will continue arriving at your school with deliveries, no large trucks. 
  • Deliveries will be made at the front entrance of your school on a two-wheeled dolly. The plant manager should assist as needed.
  • A staff member should be ready to instruct the driver where to take the water. 
  • Please identify a storage area at your school for water deliveries. All appropriate staff should be informed of the place where bottled water is being stored.
  • Vendors are looking for a maximum delivery time of fifteen minutes. 

If you have any questions regarding water usage or need an emergency delivery, please contact Kenneth White, Warehouse and Fulfillment Manager, at (901) 553-5219 or Whitek2@scsk12.org cc wherrys@scsk12.org.
Third Grade Commitment will be implemented THIS year! (NEW)

This year, we are implementing the Third Grade Commitment for 2nd graders as defined by the Administrative Rules and Regulations of the Retention and Promotion Policy 5013.
We ask that you review this presentation and submit any questions on any aspect of the program here. Your feedback will be used to develop our guidance and support documents for this year.
Don't miss the Ready Reading and Ready Math trainings! (NEW)

The Office of Professional Learning and Support will be offering a two-part series of vendor-led trainings on the Ready Reading and Ready Math curriculum materials. These sessions are intended for ELA and Math content leads, PLC coaches, and Instructional Facilitators.

K-5 content leads: Please have leads choose either the K-1 or 2-5 session and have your PLC coach attend the other session, as the K-1 and 2-5 resources are distinct.

All sessions will take place from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Teaching and Learning Academy.
Please Note: Both parts of the series are required, and part 1 must be completed first.
Sign up in PLZ. Use course #28371 for all Ready Reading trainings and course #28373 for
all Ready Math trainings. View session dates for both series here.
Did you know about our NEW math curriculum? Learn more here!

Savvas Realize is a learning management system that provides premium content to help teachers enhance their instructional materials and engage students. Teachers can search by keyword or browse by standard to easily curate their student's digital learning experience. This system also delivers intuitive reports so teachers can use student mastery data to target classroom teaching and develop curriculum. View these steps for access TODAY!
Math teachers, use this directory for additional resources!(NEW)

Use this directory for easier and faster access to all resources available for mathematics planning and high-quality instruction. Make sure to check back periodically to stay abreast of new resources added to the directory.
Interested in professional development credit and FREE sessions on SEL learning and more? Check this out!

The Memphis Education Fund presents workshops on social-emotional learning, racial justice, and culturally responsive teaching during their Eradicating the Odds Conference. Teachers, attend the sessions for FREE using code MEMteacher21 and receive professional development credit. Sign up in PLZ for the following sessions.

  • Eradicating the Odds in Education: The Memphis Story - Course #28307
  • Eradicating the Odds in Education: Take Action - Course #28308
  • Eradicating the Odds in Education: Truth and Reconciliation - Course #28309
Non-Tested Grades and Subjects Updates!

Per the State, student growth portfolio implementation and all other educator evaluation practices will continue unless otherwise dictated by the Legislature. View this list of important updates regarding the Portfolio process, Pre-K state updates, and TEM teacher trainings. Please reach out to Content Managers, advisors, or the Office of Employee Performance and Support if you require further assistance.
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