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As a reminder, the Staff Communicator will be distributed each Thursday that school is in session, and also distributed as needed throughout the year. Archives can be found HERE.
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Health Protocols
On May 27 updated protocols were put into place for the district. CLICK HERE to see the employee handbook that outlines these protocols.
We're optimistic that these protocols will be very similar to what is implemented for the 2021-22 school year. However, it's important to note that in the situation that cases rise, we could need to reimplement some of our previous protocols, including required masking.
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SISK12 Changing Teacher Format to 360 Beginning July 1
We've been informed by SISK12 that they will be changing the format for teacher accounts only starting July 1, 2021. This new format is called "360." All other accounts (administration, secretary, etc.) will continue using "classic" view, for now.  SISK12 360 has all of the same resources as the current, "classic" view, but the format looks a bit differently. Although the required change begins on July 1, you're able to preview 360 now to get a feel for the new format. To do this, simply choose the "360 Login" option on the SISK12 login screen as identified in the graphic.
Support and training from our Educational Technology Specialists will be implemented during back to school meetings in the fall for all teachers. Secondary teachers will get a preview during May faculty meetings. The goal is to provide supports to ensure a smooth transition to this new format.
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July Summer School SLAM: Boost Edition
We're excited to kick-off our July elementary summer school session on July 6, SLAM: Boost Edition.
Open house will be July 1. Students and one adult should attend based on their last name, per the graphic.
SLAM: Boost Edition will run July 6-23.
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Helping One of our Own
Lyon Elementary Music Teacher, Sonia Alexander suffered a stroke in early June leaving her unable to speak and unable to move the right side of her body. Doctors are indicating the road to recovery will be a long one, which indicates financial needs will be significant for the foreseeable future.
Sonia will be in intensive in-patient rehab for three weeks, followed by many more months of recovery work at home. Her husband will be unable to work in order to care for her, and her two sons are in college. Sonia's friends and family have set-up a GoFundMe account for anyone who would like to contribute to the financial needs of her family. CLICK HERE TO DONATE
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COVID19 Vaccine Opportunities
 There are many options available to receive your COVID19 vaccine if you haven't done so yet! Jordan Valley Health Center is a great partner to our district! They have various clinics coming up AND have walk-in opportunities at their 618 N. Benton location in Springfield Monday-Friday. Details are at https://www.jordanvalley.org/covid.
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Kindergarten Screening
Kindergarten screening appointments are right around the corner! Families who are signed up can expect an email from school with a reminder of your screening appointment time. The overall schedule is below. If you don't have an appointment, there's still time to get one for your incoming kindergarten student. Give us a call! We can't wait to meet our newest kindergarten students! #repmoproud
July 21 - Lyon Elementary 732-3630
July 27 - McCulloch Elementary 732-3620
July 28 - Price Elementary 732-3690
July 22 - Schofield Elementary 732-3610
July 26 - Sweeny Elementary 732-3670
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Republic School District is excited to announce a school based health clinic partnership with Jordan Valley Health Centers that will kick-off for the 2021-22 school year!
We will begin the school year with one Jordan Valley community health worker available to work with our school nurses to coordinate a virtual visit with a Jordan Valley doctor or nurse practitioner for any student or employee that is sick and needs to be seen by a practitioner for the following illnesses: strep throat, ear infection, sinus infection, rash, pink eye, stomach flu, bug bites, lice and congestion. After being seen by a provider the student/employee will be able to return to class/work OR they will be given a diagnosis and will be ready to go home. If necessary, the practitioner will call in a prescription to the patient's pharmacy for them to pay for and pick-up.
This partnership is made possible primarily by funds provided by Jordan Valley Health Centers. Beyond office space for the onsite community health worker, this program has no other financial obligations for the district. Parents and employees will never receive a bill for care. If the patient has insurance, that insurance will receive the bill. If the patient does not have insurance, Jordan Valley Health Centers covers the cost of the visit and patients only have to pay for prescriptions, when needed.
This service will be optional, but available to all students and employees. Information on how to register and also additional details about the program will be shared in July with back to school information. We're excited and thankful for this opportunity to partner with Jordan Valley Health Centers! |
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Food Service, SPED & Federal Programs Only Available Remotely June 28-July 2
The Food Service, Special Education and Federal Programs departments will be available via phone and email only June 28-July 2 as their physical offices will be closed during this time for annual maintenance updates.
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Bus Drivers Needed
*No weekends, nights or holidays!
*Great pay & an opportunity to make a positive impact on students!
*Class B License (or Class A) with School Bus & Passenger *Endorsements. If you don't have it--paid training is available!
*No experience required
*Must be 21 years of age
*Must pass DMV/County/State/Federal background checks
*Must pass physical & drug screen
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Switching from Impero to GoGuardian
 GoGuardian is a monitoring program will take the place of Impero for the 21-22 school year. This K-12 program will allow teachers to monitor students during stations and other times during independent practice to help keep them on track. This also allows the teacher to broadcast their screen so students can follow along during small and whole group lessons.
One big advantage to this program over other options is the ease-of-use platform. With minimal training required, teachers can use the program fairly easily. Click on the image to watch a video summarizing this product. In addition, Ed Techs will be providing support as the school year approaches/begins.
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Employee Children Enrollment
reside outside of the Republic School District (non-resident) boundary that would like to enroll their student(s) in our district. A new form needs to be submitted every school year.
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live within the Republic School District boundary, but desire their student(s) to attend an elementary site other than the building boundary in which you live. A new form needs to be submitted every school year.
Send the request form to the Department of Federal Programs and Student Support Services who will then notify you once your request is processed. Please note the review process could take up to a week.
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Board of Education Meeting Recap
At the June 17 Board of Education meeting the adoption of the agenda and approval of consent items ( found on BoardDocs) took place after the Pledge of Allegiance. In addition, President, Todd Wojciechowski, provided a Board Update.
Report Items:
- Mrs Christy Coursey, Director of Elementary Learning, presented on Heggerty Phonological & Phonemic Awareness.
- Superintendent, Dr. Pearce and Executive Director of Operations, Jason Perkins provided an update on facilities.
- Superintendent, Dr. Pearce presented a district update.
All administrative reports can be found on BoardDocs.
The only discussion item on the agenda was communication to the Governor on HB 349.
- Bond resolution
- FY22 Budget
- 2021-22 Salary Schedules
- School calendar 2022-23 (see below)
- Food service bid
- Custodial bid
- Check register
The next meeting is scheduled for July 15 with the regular session beginning at 7:00 p.m.
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Summer Pay Dates 2021
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District & Community Announcements
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Email, call or text Tournament Director Nick Layman at [email protected] or 417-825-8106 to register.
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Upcoming Dates
June 25: Last Day of June Summer School
July 5: District closed in observance of Independence Day
July 6: SLAM: Boost Edition begins
*Reminder that every Friday of seated school (phase 1) during the school year full day preschool-12th grade students are released one hour early for teacher collaboration time.
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For questions or comments please contact me via email or by calling 417-732-3605.
Sincerely,
Josey McPhail
Director of Communications
Republic School District
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