The Husky Monthly
Sherman County School Newsletter - April
This year district leadership has begun to discuss the strategic planning process. Our first step is to do foundational identity work, with all stakeholders. This will shape the direction we head as a school and will serve as a foundation and provide guardrails for decision-making going forward in the coming years.
This work began with our staff this past Friday, April 12th. The next step is for us to get all students' input. Please ask your student about the "survey" they have taken/will take as they will have a link for you to complete as well. Our family/community engagement night is scheduled for May 15th, 5:45-6:45pm, with dinner provided. (The Pinewood Derby is scheduled for the same evening immediately following, at 6:45pm).
We hope you can make it on May 15th to engage in the work and provide your input.
Every student. Every day. Whatever it takes. 100%
Sincerely,
Julia Fall
Updates from March & April School Board Meetings
March Actions taken:
- Board approved the Early Literacy plan
- Board adopted the Section 504 Handbook
- Board adopted the Budget Calendar for the 2024-25 school year
- Board approved the 24-25 NCESD Local Service Plan
- Board approved a one year baseball co-op with Arlington, Condon, and Wheeler
- Board approved the proposed inter district transfer numbers for 24-25
- Board approved HVAC repairs up to $20,000 for the heating repair needed in the cafeteria
- Board approved the hire of all spring coaches
- Board accepted the resignation of Principal/AD Mr. Trent Kroll, effective June 30th
Early Literacy Plan --the completed plan was shared with the board for final approval. With the 25% match on our end, we are set to receive and allocate over $100,000 over the next two years to early literacy improvement. We are looking forward to making next step plans to improve our after-school program offerings in regards to literacy as well as teachers getting new classroom libraries, and investing in significant professional development opportunities for our staff.
April Actions taken:
- Board approved the 24-25 school year calendar (see below for link)
- Board adopted the 6-12 grades selected science curriculum
- Board approved the recommendations for classified employees intent to continue employment for the 24-25 school year
- Board approved the hire of Jessica Hall (Instructional Assistant), Jason Earl (Instructional Assistant), & Tyler Kido & Duncan Wilcox (baseball assistant coaches)
- Board accepted the resignation of Principal/AD Mr. Kroll, effective April 8th
Early Literacy Plan -- We have been awarded the Early Literacy grant from ODE and can now begin implementing our plan!
Executive Session-- As part of the agreed-upon Superintendent evaluation process, the Superintendent met with the Board in an executive session (occurs roughly quarterly) to have a discussion related to the progress on goals and standards. The final check-in occurred at the April board meeting in executive session where the Superintendent provided the Board with the self-evaluation along with an updated goals progress summary.
Check Out the Adopted 24-25 School Calendar!
Staffing Update
With the resignation of Mr. Kroll as Principal & Athletic Director, the Principal responsibilities and duties (& point of contact) will be primarily Mrs. Fall's for the remainder of the school year. The Athletic Director for next school year, Mrs. Martin, will begin her AD duties this spring, effective April 9th.
Job Postings--Please see the button below to view our current job postings (K-12 Vice Principal, HS Head Volleyball Coach, Bilingual Instructional Assistant/Spanish Interpreter Translator)
Shoutouts & Celebrations
Congrats to our FFA team @ State Convention!
Well done Sawyer!
Chapter Conduct team placed 6th in state!
UPCOMING DATES 📆
April 18: Kindergarten roundup, 6pm
April 22-26: 6th grade outdoor school
April 22: State testing begins
April 25: FFA Awards Banquet
April 29-May 3: FFA National Soils Contest
May 6-10: Certified Appreciation Week
May 13: School board meeting
May 15: Family Dinner & Engagement Night, 5:45pm
May 15: Pinewood Derby Night, 6:45pm
May 18: Prom
May 23: Spring concert
May 24: Mr. Husky
May 27: No school
May 28: HS academic & athletics awards night
May 30: Senior scholarship night
June 1: Graduation
June 3-5: Final exams
June 4: Jr. High Academic and Athletic Awards, 6:00pm
June 5: Last day of school
(see the District Events Calendar for the complete & most up to date schedule of events)