Here are the 4/6/26 MTSS Lead Weekly Updates.

Building Principals and Regional Superintendents This 20-minute microlearning experience is designed to support Building Principals and Regional Superintendents in understanding and strengthening the alignment of literacy in science, phenomena-driven instruction, and inquiry-based learning. The session also emphasizes support for all learners and highlights how the CISD instructional model is reflected within the online McGraw-Hill platform and its alignment to the Tennessee Science Standards for Biology and all other high school science courses. 

This recorded voiceover session may be utilized during PLC meetings to deepen understanding of these instructional components and to address questions that you or your staff may not have initially identified. If you have additional questions after viewing the session, please contact the Curriculum and Instruction Science Manager: 

Ms. Terilyn McChriston, Ed.S K–12 Manager, Science Curriculum & Instruction Email: mcchristontj@scsk12.org 

I look forward to partnering with you as we work together to strengthen high-quality science instruction for all students.

Biology Micro-Learning Link

Principals, please ensure all portfolio educators log into their TeachAll Account.  The deadline for Portfolio submissions is 5 p.m. 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 Spring Student Perception Survey window has officially closed. Building Administrators will have access to survey results beginning April 27, 2026. To view results, Administrators should use their District single sign-on to log in to Panorama. 

All questions about the Student Perception Survey should be directed to Ayodele Hall, hallam@scsk12.org.

The Professionalism component of the TEM framework accounts for 5% of educators' Level of Overall Effectiveness (LOE) score and must be completed by both the educator and administrator.

The initial step of the process should be completed by educators on or before April 24, 2026, and requires the educator to:

1. Upload 3-5 artifacts in the Self-Score activity in PLZ to support each indicator.
2. Create evidence statements that explain how the uploaded artifacts support the indicator.
3. Assign a rating to each indicator.

Administrators should complete Professionalism conferences by May 13, 2026.

All questions about Professionalism should be directed to Ayodele Hall, hallam@scsk12.org.

The deadline to certify as an NIE Evaluator for the 2025-2026 school year is April 10! New NIE Evaluators can request access to the Self-Paced Canvas course by registering in PLZ for course #48336. 

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

The deadline to complete 100% of all TEM Observations is Friday, May 8. 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 Performance and Leadership Department of Memphis-Shelby County Schools is excited to invite proposals for the 2026 MSCS Leadership Institute, scheduled for June 2-4, 2026, at Southwind High School. We are seeking engaging, innovative, and high-impact sessions that are intentionally aligned to the MSCS 5As Framework – Academics, Attendance, Attitude, Athletics, and Arts – as well as TEAM Administrator
standards.

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Attention Principals and Aspiring Leaders!

Your leadership journey is a continuous path of growth. Building your capacity is the most critical investment you can make to enhance your knowledge, experience, and readiness for high-impact leadership. If you are serious about your leadership aspirations, we invite you to take full advantage of our weekly development opportunities at the Teaching and Learning Academy (TLA).

These sessions are uniquely facilitated by seasoned practitioners with proven records of effectiveness in our district’s most urgent work. To support your growth for the remainder of this school year and your intentional planning for the next, we have curated a high-leverage lineup for April:

📍 April Session Calendar

Why These Labs Matter for Your Journey:

• Refine Your Lens: Master the art of looking at student work to drive real-time instructional shifts and close achievement gaps.
• Fortify Your Culture: Go beyond the surface to build robust, resource-backed frameworks that support both the "whole child" and your staff.
• Expert Mentorship: Learn directly from peers and leaders who are successfully navigating these challenges every day.

Action Item: Secure your spot and register your leadership team via PLZ today. Space is limited, and the collaboration in these labs is unmatched!

Let’s continue our collective journey of building capacity and rewriting the story of success for every student we serve. 

We’ll see you at the TLA in W115/116!

Attention: ILT Content Leads

Come join us on Thursday, May 7, 2026, for the end-of-the-year celebration for fun, food, and fellowship!

ILT EOY May Celebration.pdf

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.

2026-2027 Registration is Now Open!

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is currently open for all new and returning students. Families can complete the process and update their information at any time 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.

Student Health & Eligibility: Immunizations and Physicals

• To ensure students are cleared and ready for the 2026-27 school year, families needing updated immunizations or physicals can submit required documentation to ShotRX Health and Wellness Solutions.
• Please share the link below with your school community:

 Submit Health Forms & Physicals Here

The Drive for Greatness: April Registration Update

The energy across the district is electric as we move into the heart of our 2026-27 registration season! While the college brackets are wrapping up, the real "Big Dance" is happening right here in our school hallways.

Our MSCS community is showing incredible hustle in our Recruit, Retain, and Reclaim mission. The latest standings show that our families and staff are locked in, ensuring that every student’s greatness continues to grow within our district.

 Registration Updates (as of April 7)

Elementary School Division

• Grahamwood Elementary: 67%
• White Station Elementary: 54%
• Dunbar Elementary: 54%
• The Wildcard: Keep an eye on Wells Station Elementary! With 30.2% of students registered, they are positioned to be the ultimate "leapfrog" contender. They’ve got the momentum to vault into the top three by next week!

Middle School Division

• Maxine Smith STEAM Middle: 48%
• White Station Middle: 38%
• J.P. Freeman Middle: 28%

High School Division

• Middle College High: 36%
• White Station High: 32%
• East High: 30%

The Playbook for a Championship Finish

We are heading into the final stretch, and it’s time for a "full-court press!" The Grand Prize Trophy and catered staff lunch are still up for grabs. Here are a few winning plays to keep your numbers climbing:

• Classroom Milestones: Rally the students with mini-celebrations for the classes leading the pack in completion rates.
• Spirit Incentives: Sweeten the deal! Offer school swag to the next 50 families who finalize their registration.
• Direct Support: Ensure parents know your "coaching staff" is ready and waiting to assist with any registration questions or technical needs.

Thank you for proving every day why MSCS is the top-tier choice for our families. Let’s bring home the win!

Supporting Our Families: 2026–27 District Registration Nights

As we prepare for the 2026–27 school year, we are asking all school leaders to help us share a critical message: annual student registration is required for every student. To support our families in this process, schools will host on-site District Registration Nights. These sessions are designed to provide hands-on assistance, offer guidance on school choice, and answer any questions our community may have.

District Registration Night Schedule

Please ensure your building is prepared to host families on your designated night:

• Elementary Schools: TBD
• Middle & K-8 Schools: TBD
• High Schools: TBD

We appreciate your leadership in hosting these sessions to ensure every student is registered. Final dates and logistics will be shared as soon as they are confirmed.

Staff & Family Support Resources

For technical questions or portal assistance, please utilize the following district resources:

• Email: studentservices@scsk12.org
• Phone: Office of Enrollment and Attendance | 901-416-2989

Coming Soon: Regional Support Hubs – "Pop Out & Register"

The District is bringing registration assistance directly into the community! Our Regional Support Hubs will provide in-person assistance to ensure every family is prepared for the 2026-27 school year.

What to Expect:

• Families can visit these regional stations to receive hands-on help with the mandatory registration process, school choice guidance, and answer questions.
• Hubs will be strategically located in areas with lower registration volumes to ensure no family is left behind.

Stay Tuned: Locations, dates, and times are being finalized and will be shared soon.

Upcoming Dates and Events 

As part of the monthly newsletter, the DAIM team has started publishing the 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. You can find more information about this campaign here.

You can see pictures of recipients, with their awards, on our Hall of Fame page.

Featured:

• Quarter 3 Report Card Grades are available in the Student Grades dashboard. Check out the user guides for more details on the grade reports.
   
• Use the Summer School Eligibility Report to identify students eligible for Promotional Summer School and Overage for Grade Summer School. Check out the user guide for more information.
   
• Data for the 7th 20-Day period will be available in the Show Up for Greatness report on April 17. Click here to see the user guide for this report.

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Upcoming Training Sessions:

Virtual Office Hours this week (4/14 and 4/16) will be an Open Office Hours Q&A session. So, bring your questions!

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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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.