In the Know
An Internal Newsletter from the SISD Communications Dept.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT!
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Jefferson Elementary Custodian Vital to Campus Success
From arriving to school early to unlock the campus doors, to maintaining clean hallways and classrooms, custodians in Sherman ISD do whatever it takes to ensure that all teachers and students educate and learn in a safe and healthy environment.
At Jefferson Elementary, custodian Gary Cooper wouldn’t have it any other way. He has served the district as a custodian since 2003 and prides himself on managing the custodial needs of the campus.
“I look forward to opening up the building and making sure everything is secure for the teachers to enter the building,” he said. “I love my job as a custodian and I look forward to providing for the teachers and making sure everything is taken care of.”
On a daily basis, Cooper is mopping the floors, cleaning bathrooms and ensuring that all areas utilized by students, teachers and staff are well kept and clean. Jefferson Elementary Principal Tammy MacDonald says the campus depends on his proper building maintenance as well as his positive personality.
“Cooper has a unique sense of humor and we can always rely on him to lighten the mood,” she said. “It’s fun to have someone that not only knows his job but has a relationship with the staff. He’s a part of the family.”
Cooper often takes time out of his day to check up on students and encourage them to do their best during school. His main priority is ensuring students have the support they need while they are engaged in learning and that campus cleanliness is kept at a high standard.
“We try to grow together as custodians and do everything that’s right with our custodial procedures,” he explained. “If you see something laying on the floor go ahead and pick it up regardless of who put it there.”
Literacy Specialist and veteran teacher Sebrina Stiggers believes that Cooper is a difference maker at Jefferson Elementary.
“He helps out around our campus and does more than is expected of him. The spills, the clean ups, the trash pickups and cafeteria duty are all just a small part of what he does at Jefferson,” she said. “He makes a difference in my day and it is very much appreciated.”
Cooper simply believes he is just doing his job.
“Whatever they need and ask I am willing to do it,” Cooper added.
YOU'RE INVITED TO THE NEW SHERMAN HIGH SCHOOL GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY!
With the excitement of the start of construction on the new Sherman High School, the district is preparing to celebrate the momentous occasion. The official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Sherman High School will be held on October 1, 2018 at 6pm at the construction site, located at Steeplechase Dr. and FM 1417. The entire community is invited to the groundbreaking event and we look forward to seeing all of the Sherman ISD employees there.
Human Resources
The Teacher/Employee Recruitment and Retention Program (TERRP) allows Sherman ISD to “match” an employee’s contributions to their own 403b or 457b retirement savings.
The second year of the Sherman ISD TERRP incentive program will begin September 1. We would like to encourage all employees to participate in this program. Last year, 102 employees qualified for the incentive and we would love to double that for the 18-19 school year. If you believe you qualified for the incentive and did not receive an email from Human Resources Director Jill O'neal, please call or email joneal@shermanisd.net. For additional information on the TERRP plan, please click here and you may view the flyer for more details about this retirement incentive.
Health Services
Free Skin Screenings for Faculty and Staff
A physician’s assistant from the Texoma Dermatology Clinic will be on campuses to conduct free suspicious moles screenings for faculty and staff. You may contact your campus nurse for additional information and the locations and times are listed below.
Sory Elementary School
September 6, 2018
8:30am-11:00am
Other campuses that may come to Sory for screenings are Fairview, Wakefield, Piner and Fred Douglass.
Neblett Elementary School
September 20, 2018
8:30am-11:00am
Other campuses that may come to Neblett for screenings are Dillingham, Perrin, Admin and DAEP.
Sherman High School
October 4, 2018
8:30am-11:00am
Other campuses that may come to SHS for screenings are Crutchfield, Jefferson and Washington.
Health Services
Wal-Mart Pharmacy will hold staff immunization clinics on all campuses throughout the months of September and October. All vaccines are free with Sherman ISD insurance. Please bring your insurance care and click here to access the forms you are required to submit before receiving any immunization. The campus immunization dates and times are listed below.
Monday, September 24
Crutchfield Elementary: 7:30am-9:30am
Jefferson Elementary: 11:30am-1:00pm
Tuesday, September 25
Sherman Administration Building: 7:30am-8:30am
Dillingham Intermediate: 11:30am-1:15pm
Friday, September 28
Sory Elementary: 7:30am-9:30am
Fairview Elementary: 11:30am-1:00pm
Monday, October 1
Perrin Learning City: 7:30am-8:30am
Wakefield Elementary: 11:30am-1:00pm
Tuesday, October 2
Sherman High School: 11:30am-4:00pm
Tuesday, October 9
Piner Middle School: 11:30am-1:30pm
Washington Elementary: 3:00pm-3:30pm
Thursday, October 11
Neblett Elementary: 7:30am-9:00am
Fred Douglas ECLC: 11:30am-1:00pm
Professional Development
Each school year staff members are required to complete a series of online compliance trainings. These trainings are located online through Region 10 ESC at the link below:
What does each staff member need to do?
1. Each individual will need to log into the Region 10 online learning site and complete the training by the specified due dates.
2. Provide a copy of the Region 10 Certificate of Completion to the campus administrator or designee for compliance documentation to be retained on campus for the current school year.
3. Staff Professional Development Portfolio: Upon completion of each module, staff should register in Eduphoria for each course and complete the Eduphoria survey.
Click here for the Region 10 required training portal.
Sherman ISD Education Foundation
Help support the Sherman Education Foundation with the 2018 Major Saver Campaign. The Campaign will kickoff Wednesday, August 29. Campaign Collections will be September 4, 2018-September 11, 2018. You may purchase a major saver card for only $15 and receive several discounts and coupons from local businesses.
Major Saver cards can be purchased via cash, check or online at www.majorsaver.com The online sale can be credited back to a particular student and school. All cards purchased online will be mailed directly to the customer. Create a custom link for friends and family to share via social media or email. This link automatically credits the online sale to students when link is used to make a purchase. Major Saver cards can also be purchased, and credited to a student, through the Major Saver App.
If you have any additional questions about the campaign, please call the campaign manager, Mike Ellis at 816-682-5657 or SEF Director Kathy Bickerstaff at 903-891-6431.
Sherman Education Foundation
We want you to participate in the 5K and/or Hometown Heroes 1K Fun Run honoring local first-responders: fire, police, sheriff & military personnel!
* Individual & group prizes for "Most Patriotic" costumes & "Most Creative Hero" cape will be provided on race day! Bring your family & friends!
- T-shirts are guaranteed for paid registered entries received by 9/07! (sizes cannot be guaranteed)
- 5K participants receive Swag Bags! (while they last)
*Join a Campus team and receive the group discount for 5K ($20) and Fun Run ($12)!
*For more details or to register online, go to: https://thedriven.net/arts-fest-run/
Questions? Contact Kathy Bickerstaff at 903.891.6431 or kbickerstaff@shermanisd.net
Are You Registered to Vote in Grayson County?
The general election will be held on November 6, 2018. In order to participate in the general election, you must be registered to vote by October 9 ,2018. Early voting will take place October 22-November 2, 2018.
Grayson County Voter Information
Requirements
- You must BE REGISTERED to be eligible to vote.
- You can register to vote at any time; however, you must be registered at least 30 days before an election in which you wish to vote.
- Voter registration is permanent, IF YOU KEEP YOUR REGISTRATION CURRENT. You must notify the voter registrar of any changes in information such as name change, moving to a new location within the county, or a change in your mailing address.
To research information on candidates in your area, visit http://texaseducatorsvote.com and you may click here to learn about candidates’ positions on public education issues.
Website: http://www.co.grayson.tx.us/page/vote.home
Location: 115 W. Houston SHERMAN TX 75090
Phone: (903) 893-8683
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votegrayson
Upcoming District Events
Aug. 31-Battle of the Ax Football Game @ Denison @7:30pm
Sept. 3-Labor Day (District Offices and Campuses Closed)
Sept. 10-Sherman High School Homecoming Parade
Sept. 10-14 Sherman High School Homecoming Week
Sept. 15-Sherman Education Foundation Art Fest Run @8:00am
Sept. 17-21- SISD College Week
Sept. 18 College Night at Sherman High School @6:00pm-8:00pm
Upcoming Community Events
Ideation Station presents: First Thursday Salon Creatif at Gallery of the Square
Thursday, September 6th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
For more information, please see the Facebook event here.
Downtown Sherman Now: Coffee with the Mayor at Knight Furniture
Friday, September 7th from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
For more information, please see Facebook event here.
1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament: benefiting North Texas Geary Girls Ranch
Saturday, September 8th from 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Patriot Day: First Responders Flag Ceremony at Landmark Bank (720 E. Peyton)
Tuesday, September 11th at 9:00 AM
For more information, please see Facebook event here.
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