In the Know
An Internal Newsletter from the SISD Communications Dept.
Sherman ISD Celebrates Staff of the Month Honorees!
October Elementary Teacher of the Month
Kylee Graham is in her 19th year of education and has been with Fairview Elementary for 16 of those years. She truly has an impact on all students and prides herself on creating and exciting classroom for children to learn. This year, Ms. Graham moved to first grade after teaching Kindergarten for 15 years. She has embraced this change and has hit the ground running with knowledge of her students and relationships with their families in place.
October Secondary Teacher of the Month
October Employee of the Month
Ms. Beverly Moss is a strong leader on the Crutchfield campus and serves in two capacities as the campus crossing guard and cafeteria monitor. Each day, she ensures that students safely cross the street to get to school and she manages lunch room needs. She is energetic during all lunches and can be seen wiping tables, opening milks, or ketchup packages for students. She has the ability to communicate with students and explain how they should be kind and friendly to their classmates at all times. Overall, Ms. Moss is a great co-worker who truly cares about her students at Crutchfield Elementary.
October Team of the Month
Substitute Teacher of the Semester
Being a Substitute Teacher with Sherman ISD is an incredible opportunity. It allows for individuals from our community to assists our campuses and teachers in building Bearcats. Nadine Reid has done just that in her role as substitute teacher within our district. She is a substitute that principals love to have on their campus and one that is often requested by teachers. She is also known for serving with a smile, greeting students with hugs and completing lessons plans scheduled for the day. Students often rave about how much they enjoy her in class and teachers express that she is one of the best. Ms. Reid is an exceptional builder that definitely does her part in building Bearcats.
The Sherman Education Foundation Circle of Success and Professional Development grant applications are now open. All grants are designed to be innovative enrichment projects that enhance instructional approaches to fulfill SEF's vision statement. We welcome and encourage the submission of grant applications today!
- Read the Guidelines BEFORE completing the application.
- Technology-related grant applications should be submitted by January 18, 2019.
- All other grant applications should be submitted by January 31, 2019
- Send all grant applications to Kathy Bickerstaff at the Sherman ISD Service Center.
- Click HERE to access the Circle of Success Grant application.
Professional Development Grants
Funding for Professional Development Grants is available through earnings from our Froese Teacher Excellence Endowment Fund. Preference is given to School Counselors and Science/Math Teachers to be used for attendance to seminars or conventions to enhance his or her professional skills. We welcome and encourage the submission of grant applications up to $1,000 per person for consideration.
- Professional Development Grant Applications should be submitted by December 1, 2018. (quick turnaround this year)
- Recipients will be announced in January 2019.
- Send all grant applications to Kathy Bickerstaff at the Sherman ISD Service Center.
- Click HERE to access the professional development grant application.
Interactive Projector/Flat Panel Preview Days
Please see below for your campus previews day. If you have a conflict with your campus preview day, you may contact Susan Leverette in the Technology Department at extension 2030 or via email at SuLeverette@ShermanISD.net. Feel free to stop by the Service Center during any campus preview day to preview both devices as well.
Preview Day Schedule
Thursday, November 15, 2018
3:45pm-4:30pm
- Dillingham Intermediate
- Wakefield Elementary
Classroom Corner
Click here to read the 10 Tips for Teachers Relaxing Over the Holidays
We've Been Busy!
We are happy to provide you with bond updates and information as we move forward with our projects. We thank you all for your support of the 2017 bond and invite you to click the image below for the most recent bond project information. #BuildingBearcats
Maintenance and Operations
The Maintenance and Operations Department is hiring for custodial and grounds crew positions. If you know someone that would be a great addition to the Bearcat family, please have them visit our website at www.ShermanISD.net to apply online or in person in the Human Resources Department.
Our district is proud to participate in the American Heart Association’s Go Red District Heart Challenge! We want to inspire staff to get their blood pressure checked, be active and learn about how to keep our hearts healthy. By partnering with the American Heart Association, we will raise awareness and help fight heart disease and stroke, the No. 1 killer and No. 5 killers of Americans.
On Friday, February 1st, National WEAR RED DAY, we will GO RED to support the mission of the American Heart Association – building healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Throughout this school year, you will receive monthly emails on a variety of health topics. Learn the simple ways you can make big changes with your health.
Together, we will learn about heart health, get our blood pressure checked, and raise lifesaving funds for the American Heart Association. We also have some great incentives and prizes along the way. Go online and donate for your shirt today!
We will be asking EVERYONE in our district to go RED on Friday, February 1st
Please note:
- Shirts must be earned by Thursday, January 10th to receive them in time for our GO RED DAY.
- ONLINE/TEXT DONATIONS ONLY – NO CASH/CHECKS ACCEPTED
We are challenging all employees to get their blood pressure checked between now and January 10th. Check your blood pressure and then make your donation!
There are 2 ways to donate!
1. From your phone, text DHCSHERMAN to 41444.
You will immediately receive a donation link specifically for our district.
2. CLICK HERE to donate online
T-shirts are earned at the $20 donation level and ALL proceeds benefit the American Heart Association and its mission.
Employee Perks!
Upcoming District Events
Nov. 16 SHS vs Magnolia West @ Magnolia West High School @ 7:30pm
Nov. 19-23-Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 30 District PTA Meeting @ 12:00pm
Nov. 30 Campus Flu Shot Clinics
Dec. 1 Sherman Snowflake Festival & Christmas Parade 6:00
Dec. 3 Campus Flu Shot Clinics
Upcoming Community Events
The Sherman Museum: Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Drive
NOW until Saturday, November 17th
Please see Facebook event here.
FREE Thanksgiving Meal at Sherman VFW Post 2772
Saturday, November 17th starting at noon, until food supplies lasts
Please see Facebook event here.
Texoma Medical Center: Meet da Vinci Xi
Friday, November 16th from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2nd Annual Magnolia Christmas Fest at Choctaw Event Center
Friday, November 16th from 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, November 17th from 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Please see Facebook event here.
Sherman Community Players Presents their 70th Season: Annie
Friday, November 30th – Sunday, December 16th
*TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26TH FOR SEASON MEMBERS, AND WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH TO GENERAL PUBLIC*