Exceptional Education: A Path to Success: The Department of Exceptional Education is having our Exceptional Education Institute - "Exceptional Education: A Path to Success".  There are opportunities for exceptional educators to present, network, and speak with vendors. Join us! 

Saturday, February 28, 2026

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Colonial Middle School 

Register in PLZ. The course code is 48417 . 

A stipend will be provided for MSCS Exceptional Educators. 

For questions or more information, please contact Erika Williams (williamsem@scsk12.org) or call 416-0625.

Principals, please review the 2/23 MTSS Lead Weekly Updates.

MSCS employees can review the iReady MOY resources here when logged into their MSCS account.  Questions can be sent to RTI2@scsk12.org.

Curriculum Associates shared four reports during iReady MOY Data Digs. There are helpful video clips and/or reference sheets that are recommended to get the most current information based on the Winter Diagnostic. You also can leverage the TN Standards Report.

Log in to iReady to access the links below.

• How to Use the Instructional Groupings Report
• How to View the Grade Level Planning (Prerequisites) Report
• Using the Grade Level Planning (Scaffolding) Report
• Monitoring Personalized Instruction (student level)

High Schools will screen students identified at risk on the Early Warning System using iReady Diagnostic between March 30-April 10. The Early Warning System is found in PowerBi under the RTI2A Dashboard Reports. Schools should begin planning on which dates they will administer screeners. Information with upcoming training opportunities were provided to MTSS Leads on 2/23.  Questions can be sent to RTI2@scsk12.org.

The Grade 3 aimswebPlus Spring Benchmark Testing Window is open from March 30-April 10. Schools should begin to plan their schedule for Grade 3 Pearson aimswebPlus testing with the reminder that teacher of record cannot administer the assessment to students. Please plan to administer the assessment over several days to reduce test fatigue. 

This assessment requires three subtests (ORF, VOC, and RC) be completed in order to generate a composite score and to be considered for one of the pathways for promotion according to the Literacy Success Act.  Failure to complete all three subtests will remove this pathway option from consideration.  

Questions regarding Literacy Commitment can be emailed to literacycommitment@scsk12.org and questions regarding Grade 3 aimswebPlus administration can be emailed to rti2@scsk12.org .

• The Exemption Application must be completed for all 3rd grade students.
• Any student with a current IEP that includes reading goals may be considered for an exemption from the Literacy Commitment retention expectations.
• The IEP must be current at the time the exemption is submitted.
• Principals may access the Exemption Application using the direct link below:

Student Screening Data Literacy Commitment Third Grade - Power Apps

Literacy Commitment Leads Weekly Office Hours

• Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10-11 a.m.
• Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10-11 a.m.

Thank you for your attention to these important steps to ensure compliance and accuracy in the exemption process. 

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is launching Teaching Channel access for Specialized Education Assistants (SEAs) to provide structured, high-quality professional learning aligned to their critical role in supporting students. Teaching Channel is a comprehensive professional learning platform that provides educators with access to more than 2,200 classroom videos, 65+ asynchronous courses, and tools for video-based coaching and reflection. Designed to support job-embedded growth, the platform helps educators strengthen instructional practice through flexible, high-quality learning aligned to district priorities.

Through this initiative, SEAs will:

• Receive full access to the Teaching Channel platform
• Complete asynchronous professional learning modules
• Participate in live professional learning sessions on April 6 and May 29
• Select one of two focused cohort tracks:
  • Literacy-Focused Cohort: This learning will strengthen SEAs’ understanding of the Science of Reading and provide practical strategies to improve word recognition, language comprehension, and overall reading proficiency. Participants will explore Scarborough’s Reading Rope, evidence-based comprehension practices, and explicit instructional approaches that build background knowledge, vocabulary, and text understanding. SEAs will leave with clear, actionable tools to confidently support developing readers.
  • Targeted Instructional Strategies-Focused Cohort: This learning will equip SEAs with high-impact instructional practices that increase engagement and support learning across content areas. Participants will examine research-based strategies grounded in the science of learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and inclusive practices, including an emphasis on supporting neurodiverse learners. SEAs will strengthen their ability to create responsive learning environments that meet the needs of all students.

SEAs are encouraged to consult with their school administrator to determine which cohort track best aligns with their role and school priorities.

A virtual kickoff meeting will be held on March 5, with three session options available: 8:30 am, 10:30 am, and 1:30 pm. Administrators are asked to support SEA participation and encourage attendance at one of the kickoff sessions.

Additional registration details will be shared directly with SEAs.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Amy Maples at MAPLESA@scsk12.org or Mrs. Heba Sammour at SAMMOURH@scsk12.org or call 901-416-4764.

The testing window is now open!  Although the weather prevented us from starting when the window opened on February 2, the closing date of March 25 will remain. 

Test security walkthroughs will be occurring throughout the testing window by ESL Advisors.  Please be sure your BTC has shared the most up to date testing schedule with your ESL Advisor.  

All Multilingual Learners assigned a failing grade in Q3 are required to have documentation of scaffolds and accommodations per their ILP uploaded to ELLevation by April 1, 2026. The teacher who assigned the failing grade should provide this documentation to the ESL Teacher to be uploaded. 

The window to complete monitoring forms for Q3 is February 25 and closes on March 11.  All content teachers who teach students who are classified as English Learners are required to complete monitoring forms in ELLevation.   

March 11 – ESL March Monthly Meeting 

March 25 – ELPA21 Summative Assessment Window Closes   

May 25 – ELPA21 Summative & ALT ELPA Assessment Scores Released

The testing window is open!  Although the weather prevented us from starting when the window opened on February 2, the closing date of March 25 will remain. 

Test security walkthroughs will be occurring throughout the testing window by ESL Advisors.  Please be sure your BTC has shared the most up to date testing schedule with your ESL Advisor.  

All Multilingual Learners assigned a failing grade in Q3 are required to have documentation of scaffolds and accommodations per their ILP uploaded to ELLevation by April 1, 2026. The teacher who assigned the failing grade should provide this documentation to the ESL Teacher to be uploaded. 

The window to complete monitoring forms for Q3 is February 25 and closes on March 11.  All content teachers who teach students who are classified as English Learners are required to complete monitoring forms in ELLevation.   

www.ellevationeducation.com 

Multilingual Family Nights are required to be held twice per year, preferably one per semester, and attendance must be recorded. PowerPoint presentations are available in multiple languages in the ESL Teacher SharePoint. For questions or additional support, please contact the Office of Multilingual Learners at 901-416-5411.  

March 11 – ESL March Monthly Meeting 

March 25 – ELPA21 Summative Assessment Window Closes   

May 25 – ELPA21 Summative & ALT ELPA Assessment Scores Released  

Please complete the following survey to ensure we have all your AP and Pre-AP course and section requests completed: New AP and/or Pre-AP Courses – Fill out form (Due. March 13th). 

The Q3 Report Card period ends Friday, March 13th. Q3 Report Cards should be printed and handed to students to take home, Wednesday, April 1st. Report Cards are no longer required to be mailed. Parents will continue to be able to view the grades in the Parent Portal. The Q3 Report Card Checklist will be available here, including the Middle & High Schools Q3 Process Overview for Finalizing Grades and Grading Flowchart documents. This document outlines the teacher and school office staff’s responsibilities for verifying and finalizing Q3 Report Card grades. If you have any questions, please contact your assigned SIS Data Specialist/Analyst.

• Middle & High Schools’ Advanced Course Grading Compliance presentation and the documents below are located ​here​. The link is also accessible from the Start Page under the Daily Bulletin in PowerSchool.

          * Middle & High Schools Q3 Process Overview 

             for Finalizing Grades

          * Middle & High Schools Q3 Grading Flowchart

ATTENTION PRINCIPALS: ILT WEEKLY UPDATES

The next ILT Support Session will occur on February 26, 2026 as a Virtual Meeting by grade band content and will focus on Data Comparison of CFA 1 and CFA 2. The Virtual Meeting Sessions will occur at the following times:

High School/CCTE Support Session-3:00 Pm-4:00 PM

Middle School Support Session-3:30 PM-4:30 PM

Elementary School Support Session-4:30 PM-5:30 PM

*Elementary Social Studies ILT Content Leads will attend the Elementary ELA session.

*High School CCTE ILT Content Leads will attend either (Math, ELA, Social Studies, or Science Sessions based on the needs that best support their school achievement.

As a reminder, the Spring ILT Stipend Deadline is May 8, 2026. All documentation need to be submitted to scsiltstipends@scsk12.org as (1) comprehensive scanned pdf document . If you have any questions, please contact the email above for support.

🚀Accelerate Your Impact: The March Leadership Lab Series

Attention Principals and Visionary Leadership Teams!

As we move into the final stretch of the academic year, the stakes for leadership excellence have never been higher. We are not just maintaining; we are elevating. We are thrilled to invite you to our March Leadership Lab lineup, specifically designed to sharpen your operational precision and strengthen your school’s culture.

This month, we are moving beyond theory into Actionable Mastery. We are focusing on the two vital systems that protect your instructional core: Strategic Fiscal Stewardship and Advanced Collaborative Discipline.

🗓️ March Schedule & PLZ Registration

The momentum doesn’t stop! Secure your team’s spots now to ensure your leadership remains at the forefront of district innovation.

Why These Sessions Matter Now:

· Resolve Complexity: Turn student behavior challenges into opportunities for restoration and growth using high-leverage district tools.

· Master the Budget: Gain the fiscal confidence needed for SBB (Student-Based Budgeting) to ensure your resources are perfectly aligned with your 2026-2027 vision.

Don’t just lead; pioneer. Log into PLZ today to register your team and continue our collective journey toward instructional and operational excellence.

Performance and Leadership Development

Empowering Leaders. Transforming Schools.

Principals, please ensure all portfolio educators log into their TeachAll Account.  The deadline for Portfolio submissions is 5pm Friday, May 8.  

Educators must use their state single sign on to log into the platform.  If educators are unsure of their State SSO ending in @tneducation.net they may reach out to: 

District Portfolio Lead, Floresha Smith  

Subject/Grade Specific Content Advisors listed below: 

• Physical Education-Jeremiah Bland or Jim Harbin
• Visual Arts and Theater-Jennifer Shiberou
• World Language-Patrick Fraser
• General Music-Bethany Mayahi
• Secondary Music and Dance-Dena Vaughan
• Pre-K-Christopher Spratlin

To view Portfolio Educators that have been rostered, please utilize the Evaluation KPI Dashboard.  If you have questions about the educators listed or realize educators are missing, please reach out to the District Portfolio Lead, Floresha Smith. 

The State is seeking a maximum of 100 peer reviewers to score approximately 15,000 portfolio collections to give non-tested teachers an individual growth score as part of their LOE score.   

The number of peer reviewers needed is based on the number of collections submitted from districts across the state. Peer reviewers are paid at a rate of $20.00 per collection scored plus $50.00 for attending two (2) required trainings.   

Candidates must:   

• Have demonstrated content area, grade level, instructional experience and effectiveness;  
• Be detail-oriented and demonstrate a rich understanding of Tennessee’s academic 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 three-week scoring window;  
• Commit to confidentiality; and  
• Preferred: Be an active user in the TNPortfolio Platform.  

(Additional information about the Request for Applications may be found   here  .)  

If interested, please complete the application and all requirements of the solicitation no later than 5 PM CT, March 25, 2026. Please direct any questions to Tracy Riddle, the solicitation coordinator:  

Tracy Riddle | Director of Educator Effectiveness   

Office of Academics Andrew Johnson Tower, 9th Floor   

710 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville, TN 37243 (629) 203-2005   

Tracy.D.Riddle@tn.gov  

The updated deadline to complete 60% of all TEM Observations is March 27. School Administrators (Principals, VP, and APs) and District Leaders may access their school's data using the following link:  

Evaluation KPI Dashboard SY2025-2026  

Questions? Contact EPS by phone,  901.416.2475 or via email  eps@scsk12.org. 

The deadline to complete TEM New Observer Certification is Tuesday, March 31.  New Observers can complete certification through the Canvas Self-Paced course. Course numbers and date information can be found HERE .    

For questions or support, please reach out to eps@scsk12.org.  

The Spring Student Perception Survey administration window is March 3-13, 2026.

Site Coordinators may access all SPS materials and implementation resources using this ​​​link.​​​

For real-time support during survey administration, contact:
• Panorama Support: support+shelbycounty@panoramaed.com
• District SPS Lead, Chiquita Allen-Bradley: allenbradleyc@scsk12.org

Professionalism represents 5% of an educator’s Level of Effectiveness (LOE) score. Artifact containers are currently open for submission. Professionalism containers must be finalized and locked by both the educator and the administrator to generate a LOE.

Key Deadlines:
• Teacher self-assessment and artifact submission: April 24, 2026
• End-of-Year and Professionalism conferences: May 13, 2026

Contact Employee Performance & Support at (901) 416-2475 or eps@scsk12.org for assistance.

New MSCS educators and those seeking a review of Professionalism are encouraged to attend Completing the Professionalism Component of the TEM Framework SY25–26.

Register in PLZ using Course #48775.

Contact Employee Performance & Support at (901) 416-2475 or eps@scsk12.org for assistance.

The extended deadline to complete all NIE Mid-Year Conferences is February 27.

As a reminder: 

• ALL required fields should be completed in its entirety before finalizing.
• The Goal Setting Conference should be completed within 30 days of an NIE employee’s hire/contract start date AND should be completed BEFORE completing the Mid-Year Conference in PLZ.
• The Mid-Year Conference is NOT required for NIE Partial plans and will not appear as a container to complete.

Questions? Please reach out to eps@scsk12.org.

Greatness Grows Here.

Office of Enrollment-Attendance-Truancy

Enrollment & School Choice

2026-27 School Choice Portal is NOW OPEN!

The 2026-27 School Choice Transfer season is officially here, and the application portal is live! Please share the following details with families to ensure they are prepared.

Key Information

• Status: The application portal is NOW OPEN.
• How to Apply: Visit www.scsk12.org from any computer, tablet, or smartphone to submit an application.

Who Needs to Apply?

• New Applicants: Students seeking a transfer for the first time.
• Transitioning Students: Students moving up a school level (e.g., rising 6th or 9th graders).
• Note: Current General Choice students staying at their school in good standing do not need to reapply.

School Responsibilities

To support our goals of recruiting, retaining, and reclaiming students, schools are encouraged to host open houses and showcase their programs to families.

Mark Your Calendar: 2026-27 Registration Opens Soon! 

• Registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens in Spring 2026 for all new and returning students. Families can complete the process and update information via the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

Administrative Actions

• Visibility: Post registration hours and instructions in highly visible areas and at all school entrances.
• Support Events: Schedule Registration Night(s) to assist families. Coordinate with the Office of Enrollment and Attendance if you require additional support.
• All Registration Team members are required to complete refresher training via PLZ.
• For questions or enrollment support, contact Stacey Davis at daviss2@scsk12.org.

Attendance Monitoring

The "Attendance Champions" Initiative 

• Principals, it is time to recognize the champions in your school! We are challenging you to identify students who have gone for the Gold in attendance this semester.
• Just as Olympic athletes strive for excellence and perseverance, we want to honor students who prioritize being in class and ready to learn. Please award your students with the following Olympic medals based on these criteria:

Medal Criteria

Gold-Perfect Attendance (No absences)

Silver-Outstanding Improvement (Most improved attendance record)

Bronze-Consistent Growth (Notable reduction in absences)

Medal Pickup Information

Medals are available for pickup at the Office of Enrollment and Attendance.

• Location: 2687 Avery Ave, Memphis, TN 38112
• Days: Monday – Friday
• Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

For questions regarding criteria or pickup, please email studentservices@scsk12.org.

Show Up for Greatness: Attendance Monitoring and Recognition 

• Please note that our sixth 20-day school attendance period ends on February 24, 2026. It is a mandatory requirement that all necessary student supports be fully documented within the Show Up for Greatness App. Please ensure this is completed by the deadline.
• For any questions, please email us at studentservices@scsk12.org
• By consistently entering attendance data for the Gold, Silver, and Bronze tiers every 20 days, we can proactively monitor attendance trends and identify where additional support may be needed.
  • Gold: 96% or higher
  • Silver: 91% to 95%
  • Bronze: 90% or less
• Attendance progress will also be reflected in student reports and report cards, ensuring transparent communication with parents and guardians.

Correctly Entering OSS Attendance in PowerSchool

• To ensure accuracy and compliance in student records, please adhere to the following guidelines when recording Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) attendance in PowerSchool:
  • Manual Coding Requirement: Only the first 1 to 10 days of an Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) should be manually coded in PowerSchool.
  • Mass Assignment Restriction: Schools must refrain from mass assigning future OSS attendance beyond the tenth (10th) day.

Student Absence Form Available via PowerSchool Parent Portal

• Please be advised that the Student Absence Form is available for all parents through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. This online form allows parents to easily notify the school of their child’s absence directly from their mobile devices or computers. Parents can also track the status of their absence submission by returning to the portal.

Truancy

Truancy Outreach: Parent Student Support Plan

• As we intensify our focus on reducing truancy, schools must prioritize identifying students who are chronically absent, defined as five or more unexcused absences. Early outreach and intervention are essential to re-engage students before absenteeism escalates. A Parent Student Support Plan (PSSP) is required for every student who accumulates five absences whether excused or unexcused. The PSSP serves as a proactive tool to address barriers, strengthen family engagement, and support consistent attendance.
• As we address truancy, our primary attention should be on students who have been withdrawn due to ten consecutive unexcused absences.
• Regularly monitor your withdrawal list in PowerSchool and contact your assigned Truancy Liaison for guidance and support.
• Ensure all withdrawal documentation is complete and accurate, including evidence of outreach efforts and parent contact attempts, before finalizing the student’s withdrawal.
• Each School is required to designate individuals to conduct SART Meetings and those meetings must be logged in PowerSchool. This is imperative as we continue to identify students who are habitually absent/truant in school.

Upcoming Dates and Meetings

• As part of the monthly MSCS Compass Updates newsletter, the DAIM team has started publishing a new Empowering Your Data Story report to promote Power BI usage. This report highlights schools that go above and beyond in their use of Power BI and the MSCS Compass. Winners for the month of January are in the ​February newsletter​, published on 2/27. ​You can find more information about this campaign here.​
   
• The February edition of the MSCS Compass Monthly Newsletter was published on 2/27 with a new format. All subsequent editions, with the monthly Empowering Your Data Story report, will be sent out on the normal schedule of the first Wednesday of every month. ​You can find it and all archived editions here.​
   

Report Updates:

• Performance Matters performance and participation reports are in the Student Assessment dashboard. You can use these reports to track participation and results for the Spring window, starting next week. ​Click here to see the user guides.​
   
• Updated data in the Digital Citizenship Completion Report is now populating. ​Click here for the user guide.​
   
• Updated ASVAB data for 2025-2026 is available in the High School Progress and Ready Graduates dashboards. ​Click here to see the High School Progress user guides.​ ​And click here to see the Ready Graduates user guide.​
   
• Advanced Course Scheduling has been updated to include new student subgroup filtering in all reports and some reports have been modified to consolidate data tables. The “All Data” page has been renamed Raw Data, to keep consistent with other dashboards. A District Quick Report for aggregated metrics has been added. And Pre-ACT and Spring TVAAS results for AP and ACT Probability of Success data have been added. ​Click here to see the Advanced Course Scheduling user guides.​
   
• The MSCS Compass Usage Dashboard is now available. This dashboard can be used to see how often dashboards and reports within the MSCS Compass are being used by schools and district staff. ​Click here for the user guide.​
   
• The Tutoring: i-Ready Growth Tracking Report has been updated and is now available. ​Click here to see the user guide.​
   
• The Third Grade Exemption Report in the Literacy Commitment Dashboard can be used to review students’ exemption status information. ​Click here to see the user guide.​
   
• Updated School Performance Scorecard data is available in the School Snapshot and Feeder Pattern Dashboards. ​For the School Snapshot user guide, click here.​ ​For the Feeder Pattern user guide, click here.​

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Upcoming Training Sessions:

Virtual Office Hours, this week (3/3 & 3/5), will be on the new MSCS Compass Usage Dashboard.

For more information on Virtual Office Hours, check out ​this flyer​! Sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 PM on Microsoft Teams.

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We now have two new dashboard specific trainings available. 

Each month, we will have a training session on the High School Progress Dashboard (Course Code 49628 in PLZ) and on the Student Discipline Dashboard (Course Code 49629 in PLZ). Sign up today!

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Check out our ​Training Calendar​ for all upcoming District Trainings.

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Check out our​ page of new/updated features and releases​ on our DAIM Support Page!

You can reach out to us at DAIMSUPPORT@scsk12.org  if you need support.   

We will soon be approaching prom season, and we want to ensure that our teams are prepared to support your schools in providing a safe and positive experience for our students. To assist with next steps, please use the link below to share information about your school’s prom (e.g., date, time, location) to be shared with the appropriate teams. This information is requested by Friday, March 6, 2026. 

Recommendations: 

• Send out a reminder with prom expectations, dress code, transportation guidance, and event details.
• Share reminders around healthy decision-making (e.g., via announcements or advisory) and consider encouraging families to talk with their students about prom safety.
• Confirm staff and volunteer roles for chaperones, check-in tables, and emergency response.
• Ensure your security and emergency plans are finalized and shared with all key staff and/or chaperones.

Link to Prom Information Form (Due 3/6/26): https://forms.office.com/r/hW1y8fcRH0 

We have also received communication from our partners at Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) regarding their underage drinking presentation to the students and/or families at your school/community organization in efforts to end impaired driving, prevent underage drinking and to help them protect themselves and others. If you are interested, please sign up online and/or contact our Tennessee representative, Nakya Young at 615.360.8055 ext.4754 and Nakya.Young@madd.org.

Thank you for all the work you’re doing to make prom an inclusive, enjoyable, and memorable event for our students.

Should you have any questions, please contact Dr. Erin Y. Luster <lusterey@scsk12.org.

We are currently seeking talented and motivated students to participate in the NAACP ACT-SO (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics) competition, and we would love your help identifying potential competitors.

ACT-SO is a nationally recognized program that provides students with the opportunity to showcase their academic, artistic, and technical talents while gaining mentorship, enrichment, and scholarship opportunities. Students may compete in a wide range of categories, including STEM, humanities, visual and performing arts, and entrepreneurship.

If you know students who demonstrate strong skills, creativity, leadership, or passion in any area or students who may benefit from encouragement and exposure to this type of opportunity please consider sharing this opportunity and attached documents directly with them.

Additional details about participation, timelines, and support will be shared with interested students and advisors. If you would like to learn more about how to get involved, please follow-up with our local NAACP Memphis Branch at (901) 521-1343 or email sherry@naacpmemphis.org.

For more information, visit: https://naacp.org/our-work/youth-programs/act-so-achievement-program

Link to Application Materials (Due: March 20): NAACP ACT-SO Memphis

Thank you for all you do to support and uplift our students’ talents and aspirations.

We are preparing for our annual Spring Break Learning Academy. The SBLA will offer enrichment for 3,000 students in grades K-8. Elementary and Middle school students will receive additional instruction in ELA, Math, Art, Physical Activity, and STEM.

To ensure accurate enrollment and staffing, parents should enroll students themselves unless there are mitigating circumstances. If a school must assist a parent with enrollment, ensure the parent has agreed that the student will attend the academy.

Please assist in messaging this learning opportunity to your families through your school-based communication platforms. Our goal is to have all 3,000 seats filled for this wonderful educational opportunity. Below you will find a flyer that can be shared on all parent communication outlets.

Spring Break Learning Academy

· Academy Dates: Monday, March 16, 2026 - Wednesday, March 18, 2026

· Registration: Monday, February 2, 2026 - Monday, March 2, 2026

· Limited Spaces Available (3,000)

· Free for K-8 MSCS Students

· Reading, Math, Science, Art & P.E. for K-8 Students (8 A.M.- 3 P.M.)

· Extended Day for Elementary and Middle Schools

· Camps in Every Community 

· Flyers: Spring Break Learning Academy Flyers 

· Register at: http://www.scsssla.org/SBLA

Employee Application Period: Monday, February 2, 2026 - Monday, March 2, 2026

Free Student Health Screenings

Free health screenings will be provided at the school for all students. The screenings will include:

• Height and Weight
• Vision
• Hearing
• Blood Pressure
• Scoliosis

Parents who wish for their child to participate must scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the sign-up process. 

Health Screening Flyer: English&Spanish Consent Flyer.pdf

Health Screening Calendar: Semester 2 Principal Screening Schedule 25-26.xlsx

Immunizations

ShotRX is partnering with schools to provide required immunizations for students. Parents may register their child by scanning the QR code provided on the flyer. Upon completion of registration, ShotRX will coordinate with the school to schedule an onsite immunization date.

ShotRX Flyer: ShotRx English and Spanish flyer.pdf

School- Based Health Clinics

MSCS provides access to two school-based health clinics available to all students. These clinics are located at East High School and Sheffield CTC and operate Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

School-Based Health Clinic Flyer: SBC English and Spanish Flyer with QR Code.pdf

Promoting free health screenings to students is essential to supporting student success and family well-being.

Decline in School Health Screening: Decline in Health Screenings.pdf

Please view Immunization Plan with updated data as of February 20th.

Immunization Plan 2025-2026: Immunizations Report 2.27.pdf

Medication Training Information: Medication Training 2.27.pdf

Physical Activity Compliance:

As communicated through the CUFD, the Physical Activity Compliance Report from the Department of Education will be open in ePlan from January 26 through March 13. Building principals are responsible for submitting data for their school related to the integration of K-12 physical activity integration into the academic school day as well as physical education requirements for elementary students.

Guidance for completing this brief report is available on the ePlan homepage, as well as user access forms should you not have access to our district, and a link to office hours every Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. CST, 10:30-11:30 a.m. EST.

Physical Activity Compliance Report: PA Compliance Report 2.27.pdf

Physical Activity Compliance Guidance: FY26 PA Compliance Guidance Principals.pdf

Physical Activity ePlan User Access: ePlan User Access_PAComp_2026_Principals.pdf

CDC School Health Profiles questionnaires:

The CDC School Health Profiles questionnaires will arrive via inter-office mail in the first week of March. These surveys monitor school health policies and practices and are conducted every two years by the CDC. You will receive: 1 Principal Questionnaire and 1 Lead Health Education Teacher Questionnaire. Profiles collect information on health education, PE, nutrition policies, safety, and student wellness. Important: Return all completed forms to Denise Garrison by April 15, 2026.

The MSCS Department of Human Resources is pleased to officially open the Voluntary Transfer Period from Monday, April 20 through Friday, May 8 for certified and classified staff.

Internal staff will be able to apply to transfer to any vacant positions posted for iZone and Priority schools beginning Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24.

All other positions will be posted on April 27. Once an internal candidate accepts a position, they can no longer apply to open positions.

Certified Employees: Certified employees who are interested in transferring to a new location or position for which they qualify may apply for vacant positions during the voluntary transfer period. The effective date of accepted transfers will be the first day of the 2026-27 school year.

Classified Employees: Classified school-based employees who are interested in transferring to a new location or position for which they qualify may apply for vacant positions during the voluntary transfer period. The effective date of accepted transfers will be the first day of the 2026-27 school year.

*Please be advised that once you accept a lateral transfer during the 2025-2026 Internal Transfer Period, it is a commitment for the 2026-2027 school year. You will not be able to be considered for a transfer to another position/location during the current transfer period.

 

2025-2026 School Year Transfer Period Timeline

• iZone/Priority Schools Positions Post: April 20-24, 2026
• All School Voluntary Transfer Period: April 27-May 8, 2026
• Transfer period ends May 8 for all schools