The Knight Times
Weekly Newsletter for Kellam High School Faculty & Staff
June 12, 2020
Volume 4, Issue 42
Principal's Message
Wow! You did it! You survived what has to be one of the most challenging school years we have ever experienced. I want to thank you for all of your hard work. You have made a difference in the lives of so many students. I know that without each of you we would not have been able to be successful. I am appreciative of the support you have provided me in my first year as your principal. It is truly an honor to work for such dedicated educators. I know that we have storms on the horizon, but please take some time to enjoy your successes and recharge your batteries this summer. We will be so much stronger from overcoming these recent challenges, and together nothing can stop us. I hope you have a great summer break. You definitely earned it!
Ryan
VDOE Recommendations for reopening schools
Staff Survey about for Recovery Planning By June 22
Graduation Walkthrough (VIDEO)
Parent Reference Sheet for Graduation
Virtual Graduation Website (Click the Kellam Logo for our site)
Graduation - Volunteer Sign Up and Guidelines
End of Year Check Out
If you believe you have completed something that does not yet have a check, email that person and ask to be checked off. If you're wondering if we made a mistake with the main office person (Campbell), we didn't. Her name is Teresa Campbell. That was fun. :-)
digital checkout sheet. The form updates automatically. DO NOT PRINT.
CLASSIFIED STAFF
TAs will use the process above. All other classified staff should check with their assigned administrator about their respective End of Year checkout procedure. If necessary, use the Sign-Up Genius to schedule a time to come to Kellam.
A Message from Mrs. Strausbaugh
To My Fellow Knights,
As I posted my grades for the 40th time, it dawned on me, that’s it! Closure to a career of opportunities, with the hope of making a difference in some little way. I have been so very blessed during this period and want to thank you all for your kind words, support, collaboration, hugs or just lending your ear. To my colleagues early in your careers: you can’t go wrong when you always put the needs of students first, while loving them unconditionally. And to my veteran coworkers: continue to bring your passion and energy to the Castle every day, and you will be the shining light for others to follow.
One secret to longevity, is to not take yourself too seriously! That will ensure you will have a smile tucked away in your pocket every day, whether for yourself, for a student or a staff member!
My new email as of July 1st will be – sjstraus8@gmail.com
Again, thank you all for helping me be the very best version of myself! GO KNIGHTS!
Take care and much love,
Deb Strausbaugh xoxoxo
Custodial Appreciation Week - June 15-19, 2020
I'm happy to announce that VBCPS will be celebrating “Custodial Appreciation” the week of June 15-19, 2020.
Here are the proposed custodial appreciation activities:
- June 8, 2020 - Dr. Spence during his superintendent’s report will announce Custodial Appreciation Week (June 15-19, 2020)
- June 11, 2020 - Dr. Spence “shout out” during his deskside video chat.
- June 11, 2020 - Custodial appreciation day will be mentioned in the division email to all families and staff.
- June 15, 2020 - Media will upload a rotating banner on www.vbschools.com, indicating we are celebrating Custodial Appreciation Week.
- June 15, 2020 – Media will push out postings/images on social media (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) that it is Custodial Appreciation Week and to thank a custodian for their hard work.
- June 15, 2020 – An appreciation box will be placed at schools’ front entrances daily for any cards, letters or posters. (Box will be sealed for 24 hours before opening).
JUNE Birthdays
June 2 - Amy Knight
June 4 - Thalia Serino
June 10 - Terry McPherson
June 11 - Thomas DeAtley, Laura Peters
June 13 - Robin Hoffman
June 17 - Tiffany Ferebee
June 20 - Jane Crayle
June 21 - Elizabeth Young
Professional Learning Sessions - Registration Now Open
- Review the essential professional learning sessions for the teaching assignment in the document: Essential Sessions for High School Teachers
- Read the PLP Overview and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document posted on the PLP intranet page.
- Check their Frontline user profile to make sure it accurately represents the teaching assignment. Without an accurate user profile, teachers will be not be able to see all the activities targeted to the appropriate grade level and subject areas and will not be notified as new activities are added during the year. Directions are posted on the PLP Intranet page. For assistance, teachers may email the Office of Professional Growth and Innovation at pgi@vbschools.com.
Use Frontline to register for any and all required courses.
The Knightly News - JUNE 12 Edition
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