Restorative practices have been proven effective in reducing misbehavior, bullying, violence, and crime among students while improving the overall climate for learning in schools. This training by the SEED Office will cover the basics of restorative practices. Teachers will know and understand how to use classroom circles as a restorative practice. Teachers will also participate and practice utilizing classroom circles with peers during this session.

#31872 Introduction to Restorative Practices   

Dates, Times, Location and Sessions:

Thursday, March 28th - 1:30pm - 4:30pm 

Teacher Learning Academy - W115-116

#72278 Introduction to Restorative Practices

Thursday, May 2nd - 1:30pm -4:30pm 

Teacher Learning Academy W115-116

#72279 Introduction to Restorative Practices

Please use the steps provided when printing an In-School Suspension, Out of School Suspension and Readmission Form. 

As we continue to work towards maintaining positive and safe learning environments for the second semester, please see following discipline reminders to ensure that our district remains compliant with federal and state regulations.

We are excited to announce our collaboration with the Pre-K Department for a registration event for the upcoming school year. This event is specifically designed for Pre-K students transitioning to kindergarten (KK).

Date: Saturday, February 24th 

Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 Locations:

• Kirby High School
• Douglass School

Important Information:

• This event is open to both existing and new students.
• New students: Complete immunization records required for enrollment.
• Our staff will be available to assist with:
  • General Choice Transfer applications
  • Kindergarten student registration
  • Answering any questions you may have about the registration process and requirements

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more and register your child for kindergarten!

If you have any questions, please contact our SEED Department at 901-416-6007.

We look forward to seeing you there!

• Online registration will officially launch on Tuesday, March 19th for the 2024-25 school year. 
• Enrollment, registration, and attendance training for school staff will be offered from January through March. These training sessions will equip staff with the knowledge and resources to effectively support students and families during the registration process. 

          Enrollment, Registration, and Centralized Withdrawal Process 

          Course #: 34911 

          Location: TTC - 3772 Jackson 

          Registration is open! Please sign up in PLZ

• Please note that completing online registration is mandatory for all students seeking enrollment in Memphis Shelby County Schools for the 2024-25 school year. 
• Failure to register during the designated period will result in students not being considered enrolled for the upcoming academic year. 
• Please contact Mildred Avery at 416-6007 with any questions. 

• The online School Choice transfer application opened Thursday, February 1st, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Parents and guardians can access the application portal at www.scsk12.org.
• Apply online anytime and from anywhere using any device with an internet connection. 
• Current MSCS students: Please use your PowerSchool ID to apply.
• Students can apply for up to two General Choice options.

• School administrators must ensure teachers record attendance daily and input grades in Power Teacher Pro. Do Not use paper forms.
• School office staff should process and reconcile daily attendance codes submitted by teachers.
• Each school should have an attendance administrator who can assist and verify the accuracy of attendance data.   
• Please contact Mildred Avery at 416-6007 with any questions.

Attention: Middle School, K-8, & High School Principals

Please CLICK HERE to review a list of students enrolled at your school without a 1:1 device.  Currently, students without a 1:1 device owe a fine for a previously lost or damaged device or accessory. Digital Device Ambassadors should continue to work with parents to complete waivers and satisfy fines to ensure that all students have their personal device in time for testing.  During check-ins, please ask your DDA to provide the number of parents they have connected with to ensure that parents of students who are Direct Certified have been notified of their eligibility for a Device Cost Relief waiver. Waivers can be used to cover the cost of lost or damaged devices only. Forms must be completed in their entirety to ensure grant compliance.  Please email device_support@scsk12.org with devices related questions.

The Memphis-Shelby County Schools’ 2024 Leadership Symposium stands as a flagship professional learning and networking event meticulously crafted to empower both emerging and seasoned school leaders. The primary objective is to equip participants with indispensable tools, fostering continuous improvement in key areas of educational leadership. 

Stay informed by signing up to receive notifications about conference updates, registration, and additional details on the MSCS Leadership Symposium Website at www.scsk12.org/ls.  

For any inquiries, feel free to reach out via email at symposium@scsk12.org. Join us in shaping the future of education through collaboration and shared leadership! 

The Professional Learning & Support Department of Memphis-Shelby County Schools is excited to invite proposals for the 2024 MSCS Leadership Symposium, scheduled for June 10-14, 2024, at Southwind High School. This year's theme, "Building Tomorrow, Together," focuses on three key conference learning strands: School, Equity, Enrollment, and Discipline; Instructional Leadership; and Business Operations. 

We encourage proposal submissions that inspire leaders to think critically and creatively, prompting them to: 

• Evaluate current practices and establish goals for increased student growth and achievement. 
• Cultivate new collaborations to foster strong academic and social culture and climates. 
• Manage schools with operational excellence and fiscal prudence. 

To submit proposals, please use the following link: 2024 Leadership Symposium Call for Proposals The submission deadline is March 29, 2024, at 11:59 pm.  

For additional details and to access the full Call for Proposals, visit www.scsk12.org/ls. 

For any inquiries, feel free to reach out via email at symposium@scsk12.org. We look forward to your innovative contributions to the conference! 

Elevate your brand and connect with top school leaders nationwide by becoming a sponsor for the highly anticipated MSCS Leadership Symposium. Registration is now open until March 22, 2024, offering sponsors a unique chance to engage and network with the best minds in education. 

This year's theme is "Building Tomorrow, Together: Leadership in Action!" Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this dynamic event. Secure your spot by registering today at www.scsk12.org/ls. Act fast, as spaces are limited! 

Stay in the loop with all things MSCS Leadership Symposium—receive timely updates on conference details, registration, lodging, and more. Simply visit the MSCS Leadership Symposium Website at www.scsk12.org/ls and sign up for notifications. 

For any inquiries, reach out to us via email at symposium@scsk12.org. Join us in shaping the future of education! 

Please utilize the following link to access a recording of the Districtwide Academic Address: February 2024 DLD Districtwide Academic Address 

Additionally, you can access the document containing suggested follow-up/make-up sessions by following this link: February 2024 District Learning Day Recommended February 2024 DLD Recommended Make-Up Follow-Up Sessions.docx

These sessions have been recommended based on the trends identified by your zone's school-based agendas. Should you have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Christopher Stewart at stewartc2@scsk12.org. 

You're cordially invited to sign up for our forthcoming sessions designed to bolster Instructional Practice 4 in ELA, Science, and Math. Should you have any inquiries, please don't hesitate to contact Dr. Tiffany Boyle at boyletd@scsk12.org.

We are delighted to extend an invitation to our upcoming EOC Support Sessions, meticulously designed to cater to the needs of high school EOC teachers in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Please mark your calendars for the next date:

• March 6, 2024: "Standards & Student Work Analysis to Collaboratively Plan"

The session is scheduled from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, providing a concentrated time frame for impactful learning. We strongly encourage the attendance of all EOC teachers. For more information, please contact Tiffany Boyle at boyletd@scsk12.org, Geneva Gordon at gordong@scsk12.org, or Jarita A. Mitchell at mitchellja@scsk12.org.

The deadline for completion of the NIE Mid-Year Conferences has been extended to March 1st.  

Be reminded, ALL required fields should be completed in its entirety before finalizing.

TEM 60% Completion Extension: 

The deadline for completing 60% of total TEM Observations has been extended to March 8th .

Additionally, below is the link below that will enable administrators to track their location's progress in PowerBI: Completion Status Dashboard

The Spring Student Perception Survey will open February 26th - March 8th.  

For SPS support, Building Site Coordinators should contact the following:

• For eligibility questions, contact the district lead, Courtney Skipper at skipperc@scsk12.org.
• For technical support, contact Panorama at support+shelbycounty@panoramaed.com

PEER REVIEWERS

The TN Department of Education's Educator Effectiveness Team is seeking to contract portfolio peer reviewers from across the state to review and score submitted portfolio collections. Final aggregated portfolio scores determine an educator’s effect on student growth and represent 35% of a teacher’s overall Level of Effectiveness (LOE) score.  

In order to qualify to be a Peer reviewer, one must:

• have demonstrated content area, grade level, instructional experience, and effectiveness.
• be detail-oriented and demonstrate a rich understanding of standards
• be familiar with scoring student work
• be comfortable using and have access to technology
• be able to articulate confidence in the portfolio model to demonstrate student growth
• be available to conduct peer reviews throughout the scoring window, May 28 - June 14
• commit to confidentiality

Applicants must meet all requirements of the solicitation and submit an application no later than 5 p.m. CST on March 29, 2024. Applications will be scored on a rubric aligned to the information shared above.

Please reach out to Portfolio.Questions@tn.gov with questions.

PORTFOLIO REMINDERS

• Non-Tested Grades and Subject Teachers.  Please encourage your teachers to log into their Portfolium Account to select their model and collections for SY2023-24. The NTGS Educators listed below will submit Student Growth Portfolios for SY23-24:
  • Fine Arts
  • Physical Education (Elementary)
  • Pre-K
  • World Languages (French & Spanish)

While there is no deadline for Point A Submissions, educators are strongly encouraged to submit their Point A and B Submissions before the 5 p.m. local time, May 6, 2024, deadline.  

*Please note:  Per the State, no further submissions will be allowed after the deadline.  Any Portfolio missing any of the four collections will be marked Incomplete (I) and an LOE (Level of Overall Effectiveness) score will NOT be generated for the 2023-24 school year. 

QUESTIONS/SUPPORT

Greetings Principals,

The Field Trip Approval Process for in-town, out-of-town, and international field trips is included in the AOSS Manual. Please familiarize yourself with this information and share it with the appropriate members of your team.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of School Compliance at 416-1570. 

Join us for a transformative Cultural Competence training, expertly mediated by the National Education Association (NEA). Please encourage your teams to attend.

Date: Monday, February 26th from 9-11 a.m. - BOE and Barnes Auditorium. 

Tailored for front-line staff, educators, and essential for those dealing with parents, this dynamic session unlocks the power of diversity, fostering inclusive environments and enhancing cross-cultural communication. This training also provides specific exercises that explore how educators/front line staff can work with families and communities to ensure that every student, from every culture they encounter in their schools, has the opportunity to achieve academic success. All Materials included. 

Register at PLZ #36042 Cultural Competence Training Program