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You do not find the happy life. You make it.
- Camilla Eyring Kimball
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MSCS is preparing for TEST TIME 2022! Standardized assessments, used to evaluate a student’s mastery of their grade’s content, will be administered to students in K-12 from April 18-May 6. Join Supt. Ray TOMORROW, 6 p.m. as he concludes the Literacy is Life Tour at Kate Bond MS!
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The Mid-South is experiencing a critical blood shortage, and MSCS is committed to helping! Our next blood drive is April 29, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the COE Auditorium. Schedule your donation appointment here! Learn more here.
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REMINDER! The Tennessee Educator Survey is OPEN until April 29. The survey link was emailed to you on March 7. Please provide your feedback on this confidential survey to share your experiences about teaching during the pandemic. Questions? Email tned.research.alliance@vanderbilt.edu.
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Did you miss Engage2Learn’s February 2022 DLD session? A make-up course will be available in Canvas starting April 12. Please register for CADRE1210 in PLZ. This opportunity is open through May 5. Credit for the make-up course will appear on your transcript on May 13.
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Docia Generette-Walker
Assistant Supt. of High Schools
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As part of the Reimagining 901 restructuring strategy, Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) has announced several key leadership transitions.
To help drive academic success, two significant leadership advancements have been made in the Office of Academics.
Moreover, to maintain safe learning environments for employees and students, a Deputy Chief of Security has been named to support the MSCS Safety and Security team. Learn more here!
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Greg Sanders
Deputy Chief of Security
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Terrence Riley
Director of Security
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Dr. Daniel Jack
Assistant Supt. of Middle Schools
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Dr. Lakira Elliott
Director of Safety
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Sign Up for the Content Area Literacy Academy! |
The Content Area Literacy Academy is designed to provide professional learning opportunities to core content area teachers in grades 3-12. Content area teachers who provide instruction in English language arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages are eligible to participate in the Academy. |
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Orientation will be on June 8. The following activities will occur June 13-28:
- 4 days total of in-person Professional Development Provided by Teacher Created Materials Inc.
- 12 hours of Webinar PD Provided by Teacher Created Materials Inc.
- 12 hours Teacher Application/Practicum
Participating teachers can earn a $2,000 stipend for successfully completing all requirements of the program. The Academy will equip teachers with literacy practices and strategies that can be utilized to help students as they develop an understanding of concepts and ideas encountered in text across disciplines.
If interested, please sign up by completing this survey. |
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Want to be certified in Personal Finance? Check this out! (NEW)
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The Memphis Branch of the Federal Reserve is conducting its yearly training for teachers wishing to be certified to teach Personal Finance.
Zoom in to this personal finance training beginning Thursday, April 21, from 4-5:30 p.m. You will be introduced to the standards in personal finance and given online assignments to complete by April 30. The training will conclude on Monday, May 2, from 4-5:30 p.m.
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In-person retirement meeting will be held on April 20! (NEW)
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MSCS will hold an in-person retirement meeting on April 20, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Please see the following details.
- 3022 Jackson (Enter the gate at Jackson and Pope – Building on the left)
- No sign-up required
The retirement sessions will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m. The following topics will be discussed:
- Types of retirement
- Eligibility Requirements
- Retirement Application Process
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You can also visit the Benefits website for detailed instructions on how to begin the retirement process.
Please Note: You are not required to attend a meeting to start the retirement process or submit retirement paperwork.
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Professionalism Deadline Reminder! (NEW)
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Upload your professionalism artifacts and complete a self-score by April 22.
Please Note: If professionalism is not finalized by both the administrator and the educator, the educator WILL NOT receive an LOE for SY2021-22.
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All K-5 teachers should register for the Early Reading Training! (NEW)
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In collaboration with TDOE, Early Reading Trainings (ERT) will be offered again this summer for MSCS. Early Reading Trainings are designed to develop knowledge & application of foundational skills for K-5 teachers. The sessions include asynchronous training (Course 1) and in-person, weeklong training (Course 2).
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Course 1 of the ERT counts as an approved course for K-5 teachers' new licensure requirements outlined in the TN Literacy Success Act.
- Teachers who complete Course 1 and Course 2 will receive a $1,000 stipend.
Click here to sign-up for Course 2 and learn more about Course 1 and other ERT details!
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Manage your stress levels with a tool designed for YOU! (NEW)
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Are you or your students feeling stressed as we approach the testing season? Take an opportunity to unwind using a new tool called Whil, a leading digital provider of mindfulness, stress, resilience, and mental well-being. Follow the prompt below to access your free trial account, available until the end of the school year.
Family Resource: Help Your Child Manage Stress
We also wanted to extend a resource to support families and caregivers. Please feel free to share this resource with families and caregivers you think would benefit.
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Rising 1st and 2nd Grade Book Delivery Program! (NEW)
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MSCS is taking part in a FREE book delivery program this summer as part of the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation (GELF)! Each rising 1st and 2nd-grade student, current Kindergarten and 1st graders, will receive SIX high-quality books this summer at no cost to the District.
The book deliveries are expected to begin in June. As a bonus, schools will also receive copies of the texts in June to distribute to their 1st and 2nd-grade teachers!
Schools and parents do not have to take any action to participate in this book delivery program. Check out the FAQ here. |
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Additional Mathematics TCAP Resources for grades
3-Algebra 2! (NEW)
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Are you looking for extra TCAP Math practice materials to help your students prepare for the upcoming state assessments? Check out these NEW TCAP Math practice resources for the grades 3 – Algebra 2.
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Calling ALL School Personnel: Become a Classroom Teacher Today! (NEW)
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Whether you are a secretary, paraprofessional, nutrition specialist, or serve in another school-based role, we have a classroom teaching opportunity for you! All you need is a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.75 or higher and a passion for educating the next generation of leaders.
Join us for an hour of power at the New Teacher Academy on April 28, 5 p.m. Register here. |
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NOW HIRING: Summer School |
Looking to make additional income this summer? Apply for MSCS's Promotional Summer School opportunities by clicking here. |
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NOW HIRING: Summer Learning Academy |
Registration for the Summer Learning Academy (SLA) is now open for families, and positions for SLA are open until May 13! If you are interested in earning some extra money for the summer, apply for Summer Learning Academy on the MSCS Careers website. |
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Interested in summer employment? The TechXpert Summer Immersion Camp needs YOU! (NEW)
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The Virtual Education & Logistics Division is relaunching the Student Ambassador Program for rising 7th and 8th-grade students with its TechXpert Summer Immersion Camp.
We are looking for teachers with experience and content knowledge in the areas of STEM, Science, or Mathematics. Facilitators that are chosen will participate in mandatory training June 7-9. Program dates are June 13-24 at Middle College High School. The TechXpert Program Facilitator application deadline is April 22. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Henry at henrym@scsk12.org or call 901-416-1738. |
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How can the District better support teachers? Participate in this focus group and let us know! |
Participate in a focus group beginning this month for the 2022-23 school year about math curriculum and instructional materials, resources, and support!
The focus group will allow you to share your feedback on current district initiatives, how Central Office can better support teachers, and opportunities to learn about upcoming resources. More detailed information will be emailed to those who sign up.
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What do you think about the Library curriculum? Tell us during an upcoming focus group! (NEW)
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Librarian feedback is extremely valuable in assisting Library Services in making the necessary adjustments to meet the needs of students and Librarians. Please complete this survey to share your feedback on the 2021-22 Library curriculum. |
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Library Services will also host a Library curriculum focus group on Monday, May 2, via Teams from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. This focus group aims to gain insight into how the library curriculum can be most effectively designed to support librarians and student learning. PLZ Course #30433.
Please plan to attend and share your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions. All participants will be entered into a drawing to win several prizes. If you have any questions, please contact Alicia Fields at fieldsa@scsk12.org. |
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Take the HPELW Curriculum Map Survey! (NEW)
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Your feedback is valuable to us! Please take a moment to complete this survey on your thoughts about the HPELW Curriculum map, so we can better support you. |
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Participate in the Science Curriculum Focus Group! (NEW)
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Participate in a focus group beginning this month for the 2022-23 school year about science curriculum and instructional materials, resources, and support!
The focus group will allow you to share your feedback on the implementation and effectiveness of curricular resources and deliverables. More detailed information will be emailed to those who sign up.
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Connect with MSCS on social media! #MSCSis901
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