Staff Update
Barbara Bush Elementary | Instruction & Information
November 22, 2019
Thanksgiving
In this season of thanksgiving, I wanted to take this opportunity to express how thankful I am to work with each of you. Each day is an opportunity to learn from you, to share with you, and to grow. The opportunity to serve each of you and the students we share is a privilege beyond my ability to adequately express.
I hope that each of you has the opportunity to rest, relax, and refresh over the coming break. Take time to do something you enjoy and spend time with the people you love. I'm not sure what you will do, but I plan to read a little, find a good movie, and watch some football.
Safe travels and take good care,
--Jarod
Employee Retention Stipend
part of the 2019-2020 budget. To qualify for the one-time retention stipend, an
employee must have been employed on or before September 17, 2019. In addition, the employee must still be employed as of January 21, 2020 with the expectation of continued employment through May 29, 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why didn't I receive the retention stipend?
A: Only employees who started on or before September 17, 2019 are eligible to receive the Employee Retention Stipend. In addition, the employee must still be employed as of January 21, 2020 with the expectation of continued employment through May 29, 2020. Anyone who resigns prior to January 21, 2020 or that has a future resignation date prior to May 29, 2020 will not be eligible for the retention stipend.Q: Are employees who do not work a full-time schedule eligible?
A: Yes. An employee who is classified as full-time, employed as a.5 FTE (Full Time Equivalent) or greater is eligible. Stipend amounts for employees who work at least 50% but less than 100% will receive the retention stipend equivalent to the percentage they are employed. The employee must have been employed on or before September 17, 2019. In addition, the employee must still be employed as of January 21, 2020 with the expectation of continued employment through May 29, 2020.Q: I am out on approved leave that is either paid or unpaid. Will I receive the stipend?
A: Yes. Employees who meet the eligibility requirements will not become ineligible dueto being out on leave including worker’s comp, regardless of whether that leave is paid or unpaid.
Q: Are substitutes eligible?
A: No. Substitutes are not eligible to receive the retention stipend.Q: Will this retention stipend count toward my TRS compensation total?
A: No. The retention stipend is not TRS eligible compensation. Social Security,Medicare, Federal Income Tax, and other mandated deductions will be withheld.
Q: If I resign will I be eligible for the retention stipend?
A: Anyone who resigns prior to January 21, 2020 or that has a future resignation date prior to May 29, 2020 will not be eligible for the retention stipend. An employee must also have been employed on or before September 17, 2019.Q: Is the retention stipend a one-time payment?
A: Yes. This is a one-time retention stipend that the Board of Trustees approved for the2019-2020 school year. Eligible employees will be paid the stipend with their February 14, 2020 check.
Quick Read
https://jubilantmommydiary.wordpress.com/2019/10/24/a-message-to-my-childs-teacher/
Boosterthon Teacher Percentage
Week At A Glance
Library Week A
Science DCC #2 (2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grades)
12/02 - Guiding Coalition Meeting
12/03 - Mark Smith: Literacy Cohort - Guided Reading Support Day
12/03 - Attendance Boundary Committee Meeting (Jarod off campus at mid-day)
12/03 - Instructional Coaches PD for Writing (Jarod off campus afternoon)
12/03 - Choir Dress Rehearsal After School
12/04 - Fire Drill (subject to change)
12/04 - Faculty Meeting
12/05 - New Principal Meeting (Jarod off campus in morning)
12/05 - Choir Practice after School
12/06 - Bush Spirit Day
12/06 - Kindergarten Polar Express
12/06 - Planetarium
Staff Birthdays
11/24 - Veronica Reyna
12/02 - Shelby Haesche
Parking Spaces
Front Spaces for the Week of December 2
- Katie Findley
- Christi Soileau