Please see information that was discussed at Principal Meeting on Tuesday, February 6, 2018.
Residency Determinations – February 2018
DATE:
February 6, 2018
TO:
Principals and Administrative Assistants
FROM:
Administrators of Schools
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Associate Superintendent of Schools
Travis Hamblin, Consultant, Planning and Student Services
SUBJECT:
Residency Determinations
Please see attached memo.
2017-18 JPAS Due Dates
Elementary Report Card Meeting – February 5, 2018
Elementary Principals are invited to attend a presentation on standards-based grading by Dr. Tim Westerberg, author of the book Charting a Course to Standards-Based Grading.
Date: February 5, 2018
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Place: ASB Auditorium
An elementary report card committee consisting of principals, parents, and teachers will begin the process of revising the elementary report cards. To begin this process, Dr. Westerberg will present an overview of current research regarding grading practices. Committee members will begin their work following this presentation.
DIBELS Classes for K-3rd Teachers – February-March 2018
Please share the attached information with the appropriate teachers.
JCIRA Interactive Writing Class – February 22, 2018
Reminder: Literacy Promise Conference – March 28-30, 2018
The biannual Literacy Promise Conference is scheduled for March 28 – 30, 2018. There is an excellent lineup of presenters, including Doug Fisher. The Curriculum Department will pay the registration fee for one administrator per school. Please send registration forms to Amanda Hansen. Space is limited, so you’ll want to register as soon as possible. Flyers and registration forms are attached.
***NEW: The featured author keynote is James Dashner (Maze Runner series). Admission to his presentation on Wednesday evening, March 28, is FREE for everyone. Teachers are encouraged to invite students.
Important Payroll Dates for February 2018
See document below for important dates and reminders.
Research Project – Concept Models as Planning Tools for Practicing Science Teachers
DATE:
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
TO:
High School Principals
FROM:
Laura Finlinson, Administrator of Curriculum and Staff Development
Ben Jameson, Director of Evaluation, Research and Accountability
SUBJECT:
Research Project
The Research Review Committee has reviewed and approved a research project in which your school has been asked to participate.
Project Title: “Concept Models as Planning Tools for Practicing Science Teachers”
Applicant: Ryan Nixon, PhD, Brigham Young University
The project has been approved by the District Research Review Committee. The applicant has been directed to contact you to discuss the extent of the project and to obtain your permission to conduct the study at your school. If you have questions or concerns relating to participation, please contact Ben Jameson at 801-567-8243.
The project deals with using concept models as an instructional planning tool in the development of science lessons.
Thank you for your assistance.
Immunization Requirements for Kindergarten Entry 2018-19
Attached is the 2018-19 Kindergarten immunization information for Kindergarten Orientations. Please include this information in packets for your families. Thank you!
Preschool Vision Clinics 2018
DATE:
January 30, 2018
TO:
Elementary School Principals
FROM:
Laura Finlinson, Administrator of Curriculum and Staff Development
Nancy Ward,
Coordinator of Educational Support Services
District Nurses
SUBJECT:
Preschool Vision Clinics
Attached you will find a flyer for parents regarding upcoming Preschool Vision Clinics. You may want to put this on your school letterhead to give out at your kindergarten orientation and/or parent/teacher conferences.
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Human Resources Critical Dates for 2017-18 (Updated)
Teacher Transfer Fairs – February 20, 2018
Please see attached flyer for information regarding the teacher transfer fairs. Please share with your staff.
Elementary
February 20, 2018
4:30 - 6:00 pm
Columbia Elementary
Secondary
February 20, 2018
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Elk Ridge Middle School
2017-18 UEPC School Climate Survey Preview Links – Deadline is February 1, 2018
DATE:
January 30, 2018
TO:
All Principals
FROM:
Laura Finlinson, Administrator of Curriculum and Staff Development
Ben Jameson, Director of Evaluation, Research and Accountability
SUBJECT:
2017-18 UEPC School Climate Survey Preview Links
Jordan District is administering the 2017-18 UEPC School Climate Survey between February 5h and March 16th, 2018. The Utah Education Policy Center is now finalizing surveys for your school. Please preview the survey to review the list of teachers at your school to make sure the list is complete and accurate.
Please follow the links below to preview the surveys:
Faculty and Staff https://uepc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5b6flcoR4UIOEKN
Parent https://uepc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b3pa40U69aHEoZf
Student https://uepc.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aWQrjRAnIoxyOXj
When you get to the list of teacher names, please read through the list carefully. If there are any names that need to be changed (for example, names are misspelled or not what the teacher uses, teachers have been added or replaced, etc.), please contact Stacy Eddings at stacy.eddings@utah.edu with the necessary changes. Please provide CACTUS ID numbers for teachers that need to be added.
UEPC will make changes through Thursday, February 1st. Please feel free to contact Stacy Eddings at UEPC or Ben Jameson at 801-567-8243 if you have any questions.
Jordan Parent University – Legislative Forum – February 8, 2018
Principals: Please send the attached flyer to each School Community Council member, all parents are invited to attend.
Jordan Parent University
Legislative Forum
Thursday, February 8, 2018
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Elk Ridge Middle - 3659 W 9800 S, South Jordan
Principals’ Meeting February 6, 2018
2018 Spring Summative SAGE Training for Principals and Test Coordinators
DATE:
January 25, 2018
TO:
All Principals
FROM:
Laura Finlinson, Administrator of Curriculum and Staff Development
Ben Jameson, Director of Evaluation, Research and Accountability
SUBJECT:
2018 Spring Summative SAGE Training for Principals and Test Coordinators
See attached memo for information regarding this mandatory training to be held on Feb 8th and 20th.
Save the Date – Administrative Leadership Conference August 6-7, 2018
Salt Lake Community College African/African American Conference – February 14, 2018
Salt Lake Community College is hosting their annual African/African American Conference!
February 14, 2018
8:30-1:00
Student Center Oak Room
Taylorsville Campus (4600 S. Redwood Road)
We would like to invite your African American 10th, 11th and 12th grade students to our campus to learn more about college to career pathways. Their attendance will better prepare them to navigate their future in the job market and through life challenges. A poster for the event is attached.
Camp Hobé 2018 – Volunteer Opportunity for School Professionals
Reminder - Positions are still open
Camp Hobé is currently recruiting volunteers for their summer camp sessions, including counselors and kitchen assistants. Volunteering for Camp Hobé is a great experience for anyone, but especially for school professionals such as teachers, assistants, administrators, or lunch workers. It's a great opportunity to interact with kids outside of the classroom (plus you get to throw water balloons!).
Please forward the attached flyers to employees and anyone else interested in volunteering.
