1.9.2026 FBUSD Staff Blog
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great break and start to 2026. I am looking forward to a great year with you all!
We are forming a Professional Development Committee. This committee will help to provide feedback on what would be relevant for PD in the coming summer and school year. We will have one representative from each site on the committee. Our first meeting is planned for 3:30 PM on January 22. If you are interested, please contact your site principal.
We will begin a pilot of new Math curriculum for grades K-8 next school year. MCOE will be offering some PD opportunities to support preparation for the pilot. A team of teachers and administrators previewed some of the available curricula at MCOE before the holidays. We will be piloting two different curricula next year with full implementation in 2027-2028.
I hope you have a great weekend.
-Joe
When it comes to your net check, there could be some adjustments based on the latest IRS and California tax tables for 2026. Just a friendly reminder that your net check can be influenced by your own unique situation. So, if you’re unsure about anything, it’s a good idea to touch base with your tax advisor. They can help clear up any confusion!
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Their new podcast, StoryKind, will release new episodes weekly starting January 19th, will share "tips for writing, answer questions they receive from young readers, celebrate the hard work of teachers and librarians in literacy spaces, and spread the magic of real, human storytelling."
StoryKind is geared toward kids ages 8 and older, as well as educators and parents. It will consist of weekly, 15-minute episodes expressly designed for easy, inspiring listening. "The hope is that a bite-sized conversation reignites the love for longer stories, through reading and trying to draft their own."StoryKind will be available on Spotify, Youtube, and Apple podcast streaming platforms each week.
Listeners can also follow along on Instagram @storykindpod.
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Please view this Padlet for information and professional learning opportunities.
https://padlet.com/mblomseth1/
Facilitated by Maggie Peters (Yurok/Karuk), NASMC Learning Specialist at the Humboldt County Office of Education, the Spring Series explores best practices for culturally sustaining instruction and effective use of the 450+ NASMC lessons, resources, and primary sources across grade levels and content areas.
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The Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE) is pleased to announce funding awarded through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) competitive Teacher Residency Expansion Grant. Each candidate will receive $25,000 to assist with costs associated with obtaining their education specialist credential via Cal Poly Humboldt’s Education Specialist Credential Program. Such costs include tuition, fees, books, and assessment costs. The funding for the Teacher Residency Program is provided for a cohort of residents for the 2026/27 school year.
The MCOE professional development hub provides access to a variety of professional learning opportunities designed to empower teachers, administrators, and educational staff with the latest strategies, tools, and resources. Whether you're seeking workshops, certification programs, or collaborative learning communities, we are here to help you enhance your skills, stay informed on best practices, and ultimately create impactful learning experiences for students.
The Classified School Employee Summer Assistance Program (CSESAP) provides up to a dollar-for-dollar match on amounts withheld from a participating local educational agency's (LEA's) classified school employees' monthly paycheck during the 2026-27 school year.
The classified employees' pay withheld and the state match funds will be paid by LEAs to the LEA's eligible employees in the summer months following the 2026-27 school year.
Thank you for all you do for our students!
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NEW DENTAL COVERAGE
Ameritas Dental Benefits
Effective January 1, 2026
Free food and drinks provided
Come celebrate, connect, and be recognized for the impact you helped create.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE ONLY 50 AVAILABLE SPACES
FOR EACH CELEBRATION.
ONCE THE EVENT IS FULL, THE FORM WILL NO LONGER BE ACCESSIBLE.
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- January 14 Budget Committee Meeting
- January 14 Safety Committee Meeting
- January 15 Dana Gray Equity Walk
- January 15 Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
- January 19 Martin Luther King Jr Holiday
- American Fidelity Log-in
- Deferred Net Pay Authorization Form (12 Paychecks)
- Direct Deposit Authorization
- DCEC Handbook
- DCEC Book List
- Employee Accident/Injury Report Form
- Employee Workers' Compensation Claim
- Employee Handbook
- Employee Payroll Portal
- Employee Resources webpage
- IT Help Ticket
- Keenan website
- Salary Schedules
- Supplemental Timesheet
- Volunteer Driver Clearance Forms
Using the 988 Lifeline is free.All conversations are confidential when you call, text, or chat on 988 Lifeline.The 988 Lifeline provides you with judgment-free care.Talking with someone can help save your life.
FBUSD delivers exceptional, engaging, equitable,
and collaborative learning opportunities for all students.
FBUSD Vision
Every student receives engaging and challenging learning experiences to reach
their greatest potential and thrive in a diverse global society.
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