FBUSD Staff Blog 1.28.23

 

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and collaborative learning opportunities for all students.

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News, Notes & Reminders...

• Black History Month begins this week. Some resources are shared below. 
• Origins, 2023 Theme, and Pictures from the History.com
• Black History Milestones
• Resource Guide
• Library of Congress Resources
• As a part of the process to plan for next school year, Joe will be stopping in staff meetings at each school. There will also be two education partners (staff, parents, students, community member) meetings. A virtual meeting will be held on January 31 at 4:30. An in person meeting will be held on February 2 at 5:30 in the FBHS Library. 
• The following links are some literacy resources that may be of use for staff supporting our students in reading.        Getting Reading Right             Got a Minute Learning Series 
• An online store has been setup to order FBUSD clothing. The store can be found here. If you order, the item will be shipped directly to you. 
• COVID Vaccines/Boosters are available at the Mendocino Coast Clinic from 2:00-5:00 PM on Tuesdays. More information can be found here.
• Testing is available at the District Office from 7:30-8:30 AM and 3:15-4:15 PM each day. 

• HR Notes from Suzie

• Do you know someone who would like to become a substitute teacher? The basic skills test requirement is being waived for 2023. This makes it easier to get a substitute credential. Contact Suzie if you need more information.

• W-2 tax forms will be mailed to the address on file. Please make sure Human Resources has your correct address. 

• Intent to Return forms were sent out. Please complete the form by February 1. 

• EL Notes from Tina

• I am making another plug for Ellevation's Professional Learning Modules. They are very informative and include several hands-on strategies--and you get DCEC credit ! There are 27 modules so far, covering topics such as: Developing Academic Language; Deepening Comprehension; Strengthening Writing and Speaking Skills; and Supporting Newcomers. https://app.ellevationeducation.com/

• A link to a very important and informative article on the unique needs of English Learners when it comes to reading instruction:  https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/the-science-of-reading-and-english-language-learners-what-the-research-says/2022/04 Here's an excerpt:
  "The panel’s report, published in 2006, found that a lot of what works for kids whose first language is English is also effective for kids who speak a different language at home. Instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and text comprehension—the five components of reading studied in the National Reading Panel a few years earlier—all had “clear benefits” for ELLs.
  But the literature also showed that instruction was most effective when it was tailored to ELLs’ specific needs and unique founts of knowledge. And crucially, kids learning English needed more instruction in oral English proficiency than their peers: things like vocabulary knowledge, listening comprehension, and syntax."

• 988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline has gone active nationwide. Anyone can call or text 988 to be connected with a mental health counselor trained to support crisis intervention for substance abuse, suicide, or other mental health needs. You can find out more about the Lifeline at this link. 
• FBUSD Vacancies:  All internal job postings can now be found on the FBUSD Employee Resource webpage.  Click here to check out this resource.
• FBUSD Rental List can be found here.

• January 31- Virtual LCAP Education Partners Meeting
• February 2- College and Career Apparel Day
• February 2- 100th Day of School
• February 2- In Person LCAP Education Partners Meeting
• February 9- FBUSD Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
• February 11- Board Governance Workshop

• Absence Request/Verification Form (Sub line 707-962-7368)
• AQI in Fort Bragg
• CDPH Guidance for K-12 Schools
• FBUSD Employee Handbook
• FBUSD Employee Payroll Portal
• FBUSD Salary Schedules
• MCOE Air Quality Guidelines for Schools
• QR code for a digital copy of your COVID-19 vaccine record
• Bilingual Family Liaison referral form
• Submit an IT ticket
• Submit a ticket with the maintenance department
• FBUSD Employee Resource webpage
• DCEC folder
• DCEC Book List