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October - Dallas ISD Substitute Employee Newsletter
OCTOBER OPPORTUNITIES ARE WAITING FOR YOU!
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHT - C.F. CARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Address: 1952 Bayside St, Dallas, TX 75212
Phone: (972) 794-4300
Mission: Our mission is to build confident learners who positively impact our school and community. It is our goal to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment in which students gain both the behavioral and academic skills to become successful. We strive to provide a rigorous curriculum, build and encourage relationships and collaboration, and make learning relevant to the students.
It is of the utmost importance that the C.F. Carr Elementary School staff connects with the community to ensure student success and achievement. We value all stakeholders and partners in our community. Monthly PTO meetings, Site-Based Decision Making meetings, other parent & community sessions. Volunteer opportunities are a few ways parents, community members, and volunteers can become involved.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TRAINING
If you're interested in learning additional skills and making yourself a more attractive intern to principals and campuses, please click the link below.
DALLAS ISD FAIR DAYS - SCHOOL CLOSINGS
Dallas ISD will be closed in honor of the Texas State Fair to allow our students and teachers the opportunity to enjoy their "fair" share of fried foods and fun! Keep in mind that the closed days will apply to all students for both days for elementary and middle/high schools, as schools will use them for staff development. You can find out more by clicking here. Please be aware that the district will not provide Fair tickets for substitute employees this year. The days are below:
- Elementary School Fair Day Closing: Friday October 13th
- Secondary School Fair Day Closing: Friday October 20th
2017-2018 DALLAS ISD TESTING SCHEDULE
- October 1 - 30, 2017: Istation's Indicator of Progress (ISIP) Reading Inventory (BOY)
- October 11, 2017: PSAT
- October 16-19, 2017: Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Exit Level English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies (retest - online only)
- October 23-27, 2017: Assessment window PSAT 8/9
- October 30 - November 3, 2017: Common Assessments (Math 3-8/Algebra I: Readomg 3-8/Eng I & II; Science 5 & 8/Biology/Writing 4 & 7; Social Studies 8/US History
- October 30 - December 1, 2017: Credit by Examination for Acceleration (CEFA)
ACTION REQUIRED: HIGH PRIORITY EMPLOYEE POLICY AND COMPLIANCE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
In compliance with state and federal laws, Dallas ISD requires that all employees complete an Annual Policy and Compliance Acknowledgment at the beginning of each school year.
Between Oct. 9 and Nov. 17, using their EAD user name and password, employees are required to log into http://PolicyAcknowledgement.dallasisd.org/ to access, review, and acknowledge compliance with the following:
Annual Employee Notification of District Policies
State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Reporting Notice
STAYING LEARNER FOCUSED WITH STRUGGLING AND SPECIAL POPULATIONS STUDENTS
Dallas ISD considers all our students’ learners and scholars. All our schools are filled with an abundance of potential that comes in many forms. Unfortunately, we have several scholars who go unnoticed or underserved when the regular assigned teacher is not present. Those are our struggling learners and special needs and special populations. Here are a couple of tips for staying learner focused for our struggling and special populations students.
- Inclusion Support – When accepting an assignment ask if there are any students who will be receiving inclusion support during your class. Ask the office manager or inquire who is the inclusion teacher on campus. Also, read any notes that the teacher has left for the substitute. Often times the teacher leaves a note in regards to inclusion support.
- Observation – Not all students have inclusion help or identified as special education. However, there are struggling learners. They tend to act out or not complete assignments because they need help understanding the question, reading assistance, vocabulary is limited and may need help writing word, and may have low self-esteem.
- Groups – It is appropriate to allow students to work in small groups or to even lead a small group with a couple of students who may be struggling with an assignment. It is also appropriate at times to work through or complete the assignment as a class.
- Give Time to Think - Students need time to think and also time to work through assignments in there on way. It’s ok to allow time but also monitor the student’s time so they can stay on task and keep working. Students who struggle will take longer to complete assignments.
- Encouragement – Struggling learners need lots of encouragement and positive affirmation to even attempt the work. Once they attempt the work, acknowledge things that are correct about there thinking even if the answer is not completely correct. Ask questions that will stimulate their active knowledge so that the student will be able arrive at the correct answer on their own.
FAQS ABOUT RETIRED TRS SUBSTITUTES
Effective Sept. 1, 2016, a TRS retiree may also serve in a vacant position for as many as 20 days and still be considered a substitute. A retiree may serve as a substitute in more than one vacant position in a school year provided the retiree serves no more than 20 days in each position. A retiree is not considered a substitute for TRS purposes while serving for any length of time in a position that was last held by that retiree. Below are a few questions we have received since the publication of this expanded definition of a substitute: click the link below to view them all.
FAQs about the expanded definition of substitute for TRS retirees
FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGY DIFFICULTIES
The Dallas ISD Substitute Staffing Team is aware of the lack of assignment visibility with the Absent Managment System (formerly AESOP). We are in contact with the Frontline Client Support Team to resolve the issue in a timely manner. In the meantime, please do the following so assignment acceptance is not interrupted.
- Call into the phone system at the following number: 1-800-942-3767
- Follow the prompts. Use your web based ID and PIN to access the system and review upcoming assignments.
Please accept assignments utilizing the call system until a final resolution is finalized with Frontline Client Support. Thank you for your patience and remember assignments can still be accepted in spite of the technology interference.
2017 - 2018 DALLAS ISD STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
CITY OF DALLAS EVENTS
Oak Cliff Pumpkinfest: 10/8
The family-friendly event, which includes a costume contest, tug-o-war, a pre-carved pumpkin contest, a food drive benefiting the North Texas Food Bank and a pet rescue service, is free to attend but includes games and food for a few bucks. For more information and to register for tug-o-war, visit the event’s Facebook page.
Address: 419 N. Bishop Ave. Dallas, TX 75208
State Fair of Texas: 10/6 - 10/22
As a non-profit organization, the Fair serves as an advocate for the community through its commitment to preserving Fair Park and continuing to build upon its legacy as a National Historic Landmark. At 24 consecutive days, the State Fair of Texas is the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest.
Address: 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd. Dallas, TX 75210
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Email: substitute@dallasisd.org
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/substitute
Location: 9400 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX, United States
Phone: (972) 925 - 5420
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TEACHER FEEDBACK ON SUBSTITUTE PERFORMANCE
As a reminder, you will be evaluated on your performance by the teacher you are substituting for. We've provided the questions that the teachers will answer below, as a way to guide your efforts in their absence.
- Was all classroom work collected?
- Was the room left as neat and clean as it was found?
- Was classroom work explained satisfactorily?
- Did students report that they were treated fairly and consistently?
- Were any disciplinary issues reported?
SUBSTITUTE FEEDBACK ON CAMPUS EXPERIENCE
From your group efforts we've created substitute feedback questions based on your most commonly mentioned subjects, and we have included them below for your convenience.
- Was a clear lesson plan provided?
- Were you provided with appropriate resources to fulfill your job duties (contacts, emergency plan, keys, seating charts, school maps, etc.)?
- How well did you feel welcome and supported by campus staff?
- Did you have support for students with behavioral challenges?
- Would you be interested in returning to this school in the future?