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April 1, 2003 (No Foolin’)

Superintendent’s Office“State of the District” April 22 Please save the date and pass the word: on Tuesday, April 22 at South High School all district staff, parents, and community members are invited to a “State of the District” presentation by Superintendent Jerry Wartgow. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. The evening will include time for questions of Superintendent Wartgow and district staff. More details and flyers/invitations will be available soon for distribution to the community.

TransportationPossible RTD StrikeAmalgamated Transit Union (ATU) has set a strike deadline of 12:01am Wednesday, April 2. In the event of a strike, bus schedules and routes may change. Access this link from the DPS home page for the latest strike information − http://www.rtd-denver.com/public1/strike_routes.html.

Research, Planning, and Special ProgramsSchools do not need to add days to the end of this school year to make up recent snow days. The district extended each school day this year by 15 minutes, adding approximately five additional days to the school year.

Human Resources Please see the attached memo regarding snow day payroll procedures. Please see the attached flyer regarding paraprofessional performance appraisals. The new teacher staffing calendar will be posted on the HR website at

http://hr.dpsk12.org on Wednesday, April 2.

Employee BenefitsWhether you need help developing a plan to make your family feel more secure or you just need someone to help you with anxiety that you may be feeling, call your Employee Assistance (EAP), provided to you by Denver Public Schools. Our trained counselors are available to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call your EAP at 1-800-640-7690 and receive confidential, concrete advice for you or any member of your household.

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Student ServicesTaking Care of Teachers and StudentsThe American Psychological Association offers tips for helping teachers and parents of preschool, elementary, middle and high school students cope with war. Click here for more information. Or, the attached flyer includes formatted ideas for talking with children about war. It also includes several useful online resources.

The National Association of School Psychologists has updated its resources for helping children cope with war. We linked those resources to the Feb. 18 issue of The Tuesday Telegram. Consider copying updated tips from this link into letters or flyers to parents (when parents are called to active duty, for example).

Taking Care of YourselfThe American Psychological Association recommends 10 steps for resilience in a time of war. Click here for more information or to place an order for free brochures.

1. Make connections. Keep in touch with family, friends, and others.2. Help yourself by helping others. Assisting others in a time of need can be

empowering.3. Maintain a daily routine. Keeping up with your daily routine of work, errands,

household chores, and hobbies provides you with a feeling of stability.4. Take care of yourself. Make time to eat properly, exercise, and rest.5. Give yourself a “news” break. Control the amount of time you and your family

spend watching and reading war-related news coverage.6. Have a plan. Having an emergency plan in place will make you feel in control and

prepared for the unexpected.7. Prepare a security kit. Remember to include those things that give you comfort

and security such as a favorite book, a journal, or pictures of loved ones.8. Nurture a positive view of yourself. Trust yourself to solve problems and make

appropriate decisions.9. Keep things in perspective. Try to consider the stressful situation in a broader

context and keep a long-term perspective.10. Maintain a hopeful outlook. An optimistic and positive outlook enables you to see

the good things in your life and can keep you going even in the hardest times.

Limiting Classroom Television Viewing of the WarIt is important to stay informed, but watching endless news programs is likely to heighten anxiety. Young children in particular may not distinguish between images on television and their personal reality. Older children may want to watch the news, but adults should be available to discuss what they see and help put it into perspective. Given the unknown nature of live television, please encourage your staff to create the best possible learning environment. It may be appropriate to use taped television clips for classroom discussion after staff has had a chance to review the coverage.

Facility Management Please read and distribute the attached memo regarding animals in buildings.

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Please carefully read the attached memo regarding AHERA asbestos notification.

Curriculum and InstructionNew Reading Assistants TrainingPlease see attached flyer regarding training for new reading and writing assistants.

Community RelationsCDM Gathering IIIThe Office of Community Relations is very excited about the CDM Gathering III at the Denver Marriott Southeast, 6363 East Hampden Avenue (Hampden and I-25). Mr. Garland Yates of the Annie E. Casey Foundation and our superintendent, Dr. Jerry Wartgow, will be the principal speakers.

Please note that the Budget Training and Personnel Sub-Committee Training workshops that are usually offered throughout the district will be offered at Gathering III. A workshop on No Child Left Behind with Ricardo Garcia, of the Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition and Flora Camejos-Lenhart of the Colorado Department of Education is drawing much interest and many registrants have already signed up for the workshop. The fourth workshop to be offered will be a discussion with a parent activist, entitled Parents: Recruitment and Retention.

Gathering III registration forms have been delivered to your schools, so please pass the word and register as soon as possible to reserve your spot in the workshop of your choice. Forms are also available on our Web site. Simply click here or go to the main Community Relations page at http://communityrelations.dpsk12.org/ and click on CDM Gathering III. Completed registrations may be mailed, emailed, or faxed to our office at 303-764-3841.

With all that is going on in our world, we need a Gathering to once again turn our focus to the needs and growth of our children.

Please contact Ginny Tice for further information at 303-764-3577.

Quarters For KidsIs your school looking for spring service projects? Do students in your school have an interest in helping others? Quarters for Kids is a great opportunity for students to give back to the community. Quarters for Kids raises money to provide breakfast for homeless and "in need" children through Volunteers of American's Brandon Shelter and Catholic Charities Samaritan Shelter. Last year Quarters for Kids provided over 216,000 breakfasts to children. A number of Denver Public Schools have participated in past years and have had a great student response. Kids love to help other kids! One hundred percent of all donations go directly to children’s breakfast. 100%! It is incredible to see children become leaders in their schools and have a direct hand in raising the funds.What will it take for you to become involved?

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Visit the Quarters for Kids website: http://www.quartersforkids.com This site gives the background for this program and provides ideas for schools and classrooms.For more information, call Kathy at 303-355-6995. Or, to register, fill out the registration form at this site: http://www.quartersforkids.com/pdf/signup2003.pdf

Northeast Area SuperintendentThe Colorado Principals’ Center is proud to announce the 2003 Wright Way Award’s Call for Nominations. Please see the attached flyer outlining nomination criteria and timeline for this year’s selection process. Distribute this letter to CDMs, PTAs, and any other individuals or organizations that may be interested in nominating one of our outstanding principals for this prestigious award. All nominees for the Wright Way Award will be given a Certificate of Nomination, and the two principals presented with the award will be recognized at the annual CASE Convention in Breckenridge in August. Thank you for sharing the pride of our profession and nominating our best to be seen as shining examples of excellence in educational leadership throughout Colorado!

Southwest Area SuperintendentThe Southwest Area is implementing a more consistent articulation process between feeder elementary, middle, and high schools this spring. Articulation means communicating about students’ educational needs as they transition between elementary, middle, and high schools. As part of this process, high school counselors from Lincoln and Kennedy High Schools will meet with all southwest area eighth grade teachers to discuss course offerings for incoming ninth grade students. See attached flyer.

Public Information OfficeSupporting US TroopsThe US Department of Defense has asked that people not flood the military mail system with letters, cards, and gifts for the more than 300,000 service members who are deployed overseas. Due to security concerns and transportation constraints, the department cannot accept items to be mailed to “any service member.” Some people have tried to avoid this by mailing packages to an individual service member’s address, which however well intentioned, clogs the mail and causes unnecessary delays.

The Department of Defense recommends reaching out to military families in our community, especially those with a loved one overseas. For additional ideas about how to support troops, access the department’s Web site at http://www.defenselink.mil/faq.

Request for Summer School InformationIf your school is offering a summer school program that is not part of the district’s program (and if you would like to get the word out about it!), please email the following information to the Public Information Office by Friday, April 12.

Name of program Two-sentence description

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Who may attend Dates of program Cost Name of school

Address Phone Contact person Contact person phone

School MarketingTip of the week: Reinforce public perception that your staff is composed of well-trained, caring, and competent individuals who are committed to meeting the needs of all children.

Make sure all staff members understand that they are involved in setting your school or department’s reputation. They can’t opt out. Whenever the phone is answered, whenever there is a parent/teacher conference, whenever a visitor arrives, impressions—either positive or negative—are communicated.

And don’t forget what a difference you can make in staff morale. When all is said and done, what means the most to staff is the kind word, thank you, and personal acknowledgment of their efforts that only you can give. It’s a hallmark of a true leader, so get out there and start the applause!

Risk ManagementVandalism or Property Theft ReportingOccasionally, your school may be the target of vandalism or property theft. When an act such as this is discovered, you should call the police, then DPS Security Department. Any damage to your facility needs to be corrected as soon as possible. If the District Attorney’s office sends you any forms to list the cost of the damage, please send these to Risk Management (RM). RM will pursue the recovery. The repair to your facility is paid from the district’s fund. Any recovery from the perpetrators needs to be paid to the appropriate fund.

Computer SecurityAny computers in your offices and facilities should be secured. The primary way to secure the equipment is by using a cable security system that attaches to the desk. The second way to secure the equipment is to have the equipment in a room that is separately alarmed within the school. Computer equipment that is left unsecured will not be covered by insurance. Laptops can not be secured by a cable kit. Laptops left in the office should be locked in the desk or a closet when left unattended at night on the weekend. The computer cable kit is available through the DPS warehouse (DPS # 42.6000.00; unit cost $20.87). New computers should be ordered with a security kit. The URL below provides the instructions on how to install the cable.http://www.dpsk12.org/manila/departments/riskmanagement/aaav.pdf..pdf

TUESDAY TELEGRAM ARCHIVEhttp://www.dpsk12.org/docs/tuesday_telegram/tue_tele_archive.shtml

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INTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION

To: Principals/Department Heads

From: André N. Pettigrew, Asst. Superintendent, Administrative ServicesRobin C. Kane, Executive Director, Human Resources

Date: April 1, 2003

Subject: Snow Day Payroll Procedures - March 18-21, 2003

The snowstorm of March 18-21 caught much of Denver unprepared. We owe a big “thank you” to the DPS staff who helped dig out of the snow storm, both at home and at work. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide you with guidance regarding the reporting of time for employees on those snow days.

The following memo covers the period of March 18-21, 2003 only. A new district policy and procedure will be written to cover future district closures.

March 18, 19, 20, 2003 District employees will receive their regular pay for these

three days, except as noted below. Those employees who were planning to use a personal,

vacation or sick leave day on either March 18, 19 or 20, 2003, will be paid their regular pay unless they were on a continuing leave (sick, vacation, or unpaid leave) that began prior to March 18, 2003. In this case, they will continue on their scheduled leave with no change in status.

All hourly employees who were scheduled to work but did not, will be reported as though they had worked their regularly scheduled hours. This includes, but is not limited to, paraprofessionals, and long term substitutes scheduled to work on these days (but not daily substitutes).

Designated Emergency Personnel (see attached guidelines)

Friday, March 21, 2003Friday was a workday for all central office personnel* and designated emergency facilities, maintenance and custodial personnel.

Because the media did not communicate a clear message that the district central offices were open on Friday, March 21, we feel

obliged to support all employees, those who made it in to work and those who didn’t.

School-based employees will receive their regular pay for this day. Central office personnel who did not report to work will be paid as if they

worked. This covers all hourly, non-exempt and exempt staff. All non-exempt salaried employees will receive vacation in the amount

equal to the amount of hours they worked on Friday, up to a total of eight (8) hours, to be used by August 31, 2003 and in accordance with provisions of applicable negotiated agreements. Unused hours will not be compensated upon resignation or termination.

All hourly employees will receive flex hours in the amount equal to the amount of hours they worked on Friday, up to a total of eight (8) hours, to be used by August 31, 2003. Unused hours will not be compensated upon resignation or termination.

Designated Emergency Personnel (see attached guidelines)

All supervisors of Central Office staff are requested to provide Payroll with the list of non-exempt and hourly employees who worked on Friday, and the number of hours worked.

*Central office personnel are defined as employees who are assigned their primary office at 900 Grant, 770 Grant, 780 Grant, 1330 Fox, 2320 W. 4th (Yuma), Service Building, Warehouse and Transportation offices. If there are any questions, please contact Robin Kane in Human Resources.

c CabinetKathleen Masteller, Payroll Manager

Designated Emergency Personnel

Operations and Maintenance

Following the memo dated August, 2001 regarding Operations and Maintenance personnel procedures in the event of a district wide closure, these procedures will be followed for March 18-21.

Tuesday and Friday

All staff (except administrators and supervisors) who reported to work will receive time and one half pay for the actual hours worked during the day.

Wednesday and Thursday

All staff (except administrators and supervisors) who reported to work will receive time and one half pay for a minimum of 5 hours. Employees released will receive straight pay for the remaining hours not worked (up to 8 total for both OT and straight)

Other Information

Student sweepers will not be paid for these days

Employees who could not report to work will be paid straight pay for 8 hours. Employees who did not report to work or call in as required will be charged with a personal day, if available, and, if not, with a vacation day, if available, and, if not, with a day of leave without pay. Employees who were sick may request a sick day, if available.

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DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLSINTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION

To: Area SuperintendentsPrincipals and Site-Based Managers

Through: Mike Langley, Executive Director, Facility Management

From: Morgan R. Deane, Director of Operations and Maintenance

Date: March 4, 2003

Subject: Animals in Buildings

Recently, we have seen an increase of animals (rabbits, snakes, lizards, hamsters, etc.) roaming around the classrooms. Sometimes these animals leave more then their footprints on the carpet and tile floor coverings. It poses a potential health problem for our students, as well as creating additional work for the custodial staff who must clean up after these animals. The food and water left out for these animals can also be a food source for pests within your building.

We know the animals are part of the educational program and will always be in our schools, but we are asking for your cooperation in keeping them properly caged. If they do create a mess, it should be cleaned up quickly. Food should be kept in a secure, airtight container, and spilt food must be cleaned up from around the cage each day. Thank you in advance for your cooperation concerning this matter.

cc: CabinetAll Facility ManagersArea Supervisors

Past CPC Wright Way Award Winners: *Richard Rusak Vivian Johnston Mary Gill Gary Price Rona Wilensky Joanne AndradeB.J. Meadows William Munsell Ellen Goering Norma Silver Julie Smith Cindy WatsonElizabeth Celva Debbie Backus Karen Lewis Don Brixx Melanie Byers

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Colorado Principals’ CenterCampus Box 106PO Box 173364Denver, CO 80217-3364Phone: 303-556-2190Fax: 303-556-4479www.coloradoprincipalscenter.org

The Colorado Principals’ Centerannounces the

Call for Nominations for the 2003 Wright Way Awards

In 1986, a visionary member of the University of Colorado at Denver faculty, Lance Wright, stood to address more than 70 people from metropolitan area school districts to present the idea of establishing a professional network of vision, support, leadership, and learning for principals. This presentation would establish the Colorado Principals’ Center.Over the next five years, Lance Wright garnered the support of school superintendents and their districts, sponsored events that brought practitioners together to dialogue about the craft of the principalship, and established an annual “conversation” between national and local educators. His legacy was one of promoting in principals the elements of creativity, reflection, and collaboration.In Lance Wright’s memory, the Principals’ Center at UCD annually honors two outstanding practicing principals who exemplify the qualities that represent Lance’s unique contributions as an educator. District administrators, fellow principals, or school staffs and parents are encouraged to submit nominations for this prestigious award.Nominations should be submitted on or before April 15, 2003, and be mailed or faxed to:

Frank Bingham, DirectorColorado Principals’ CenterCampus Box 106, PO Box 173364Denver, CO 80217-3364Phone: 303-556-2190Fax: 303-556-4479

Nominations should not exceed two typed pages in length and must include the following information. The nominee’s name, district, school, and telephone number The nominator’s name(s) and position, district, school, and telephone number An explanation of how the nominee has demonstrated creativity, reflection, and collaboration in

his or her role as a practicing principal.The executive committee of the Colorado Principals’ Center will select the recipients and present the Wright Way Awards at the CASE convention in Breckenridge, July 30–August 1, 2003. Subsequent to identification of the award recipients, all nominees will receive a letter of congratulations and a copy of their nomination.

The Colorado Principals’ Center at UCD is a collaborative effort that involves the University of Colorado at Denver,the Denver Area School Superintendents Council, the Front Range BOCES for Teacher Leadership

and the Colorado Association of School Executives.

*Note: We are missing two or three names of past winners. If you know any, please let us know.

(Back)ADDRESSING QUESTIONS CHILDREN HAVE ABOUT

TERRORISM AND WARAdapted from Laura Potts, courtesy of the Detroit Free Press

It's normal for children to have anxieties about the possibility of war, experts say. It's also important to talk to them about it. Here is what some educators, psychiatrists, and others advise.

Be truthful when your children ask questions about war. Encourage dialogue with your children. Tell them you're

glad they want to talk. Make time to pay attention to their concerns, and correct misinformation they may have.

Monitor how much children hear and read about war on television, radio, the Internet, newspapers and your conversations with adults.

Look for nonverbal signs of anxiety, such as irritability, fearfulness, or violent behavior in play and drawings.

Maintain kids' routines and encourage healthy eating, sleeping, and social habits.

Help kids get involved with volunteer work or charitable projects.

For more help on how to talk to kids about war and other concerns, visit:

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: www.aacap.orgThe Federal Emergency Management Agency: www.fema.govNew York University Child Study Center: www.aboutourkids.orgFamily Education Network: www.familyeducation.comChildren Now and the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation: talkingwithkids.orgPublic Broadcast Service: PBS.org/parentsUniversity of Minnesota, Children, Youth and Family Consortium: www.cyfc.umn.edu/publications/newsreleases/3-10-03nr.html

Whether you need help developing a plan to make your family feel more secure or you just need someone to help you with anxiety that you may be feeling, call your Employee Assistance Program (EAP), provided by Denver Public Schools.

Our trained counselors are available to help you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call your EAP at 800-640-7690 and receive confidential, concrete advice for you or any member of your household.

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For All New Reading and Writing Assistants to Denver Public Schools

Wednesday, April 16, 20039:00–11:30

Gove Middle School Community Room

Questions? Call Lynne Tucker (303-764-3786) or Mary Ann Bash (303-764-3631).

This session is for new reading assistants who have not attended any previous sessions. Seating is limited to 25! Registration deadline is Monday, April 7. You will receive a phone call only if no space is available.

First and last name:_____________________________________________________School:_________________________________________________________________Daytime phone #: ____________________ Teacher: _______________________Fax to3 0 3 - 7 6 4 - 3 8 9 0Attn: Holly DoutCurriculum and Instruction Department

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DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLSINTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION

TO: Principals and Department Heads

FROM: Mike Langley, Executive Director, Facility Management

DATE: March 25, 2003

SUBJECT: Asbestos Management and Notification

The average age of DPS facilities is almost 50 years. Therefore, a large majority of DPS facilities contain asbestos. This situation is quite safe as long as the asbestos is contained and asbestos fibers are not being released in the air due to physical damage or other disturbances to the building (erosion, construction activities, etc). Additionally, stringent protocols must be followed when removing existing asbestos.

For several years, DPS has had a detailed, well-managed program. Each year, Facility Management provides an AHERA Management Plan Notification to each principal and department head. Whenever we encounter an asbestos situation, we follow a strict protocol for handling and disposal of asbestos. It includes notification to the school staff and any contractors of the situation and the measures to be used.

The information provided to each DPS school and department must be open to the public, shared upon request, and shared whenever a possible asbestos situation occurs. It is strongly recommended the annual AHERA Management Plan Notification, provided to each school, be shared with all parents. Failure to do so can create misunderstandings and apprehension and may be in violation of the law as shown in the following news article on the Detroit Public Schools system.www.freep.com/news/education/abate25_20030225.htm

cc: CabinetDirector, Construction ServicesDirector, Operations and MaintenanceDirector, Risk Management

DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLSINTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION

TO: PRINCIPALS AND DEPARTMENT HEADS

THROUGH: ANDRE PETTIGREW, ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

FROM: MIKE LANGLEY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FACILITY MANAGEMENT

DATE: SEPTEMBER 3, 2002

SUBJECT: AHERA MANAGEMENT PLAN NOTIFICATION

This is a mandatory Environmental Protection Agency Annual Notification, excerpted from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Regulation No. 8, The Control of Hazardous Air Pollutants.In October 1987, final rules and regulations for the Toxic Substance Control Act amendment (TSCA Title II), entitled Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), were enacted. In early 1988, the School District proceeded with efforts to comply with the extensive requirements of this legislation. As part of the compliance effort, the Office of Construction Services will be performing the following tasks in each facility on an ongoing basis:A. AHERA Surveillance—once every six months. Involves the visual inspection of all asbestos-containing

material.B. AHERA Re-inspections—once every three years. Involves the re-quantification and re-inspection of all

asbestos-containing material.C. Operation and Maintenance Activities—as needed. Involves the repair, encapsulation, or removal of small

quantities of asbestos-containing materials.D. Response Actions—as needed. Involves the repair, removal, or clean-up of larger quantities of asbestos-

containing material.

The AHERA Management Plan was placed in the Main Office of each facility on May 9, 1989. Please take the following action with regard to the AHERA Management Plan document in your building:1. Make sure it is on file in the Main Office so it is available to the public on request. We require that you not

allow the Management Plan to leave the office. If copies are requested, they can be obtained by contacting the Office of Construction Services at 303-575-4133.

2. Inform your facility and educational staff that the Management Plan is available.3. Inform your PTSA, SIAC, CDM, and any other groups that the Management Plan is available.4. Make the Management Plan available to short-term workers (telephone, utility, exterminators, etc.) who

may come into the building.5. Keep a copy of this notification posted in the Main Office, Facility Manager’s Office, and Teacher’s

Workroom at all times.6. Place this original pre-punched notice in Section 6 (Notifications) of the Management Plan, in order that

we will be in compliance with the regulations.

Thank you in advance for your assistance with this program compliance effort.

ML: krlPC Irene Martinez-Jordan, Assistant Superintendent, Southeast Area

Melanie Haas, Assistant Superintendent, Southwest AreaJoe Sandoval, Assistant Superintendent, Northwest AreaCarla Santorno, Assistant Superintendent, Northeast Area

AHERA Surveillance—once every six months AHERA Re-inspections—once every three years Operations and Maintenance Activities performed on small quantities of asbestos as needed Response Actions as needed for large quantities AHERA Management Plan to be available at the main office at all times Copy of this notification to be posted at all times Original pre-punched notice to be placed in Section 6 of Management Plan

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DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLSINTERDEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION

TO: Principals, Department Heads and Secretaries

FROM: Robin Kane, Executive Director, Human Resources

DATE: March 31, 2003

SUBJECT: Paraprofessional Performance Appraisals

The Agreement between the Denver Federation for Paraprofessionals and the district specifies that paraprofessional employees shall have at least one performance appraisal each year.

The Classified Personnel Employee Performance Appraisal Form is available on the DPS Web site at www.dpsk12.org. Go to the left column and click on Job Opportunities, then click on HR Forms. Under the Forms heading, click on Classified Appraisal Form, which is a Word document. The form can be downloaded and completed online. It cannot be submitted by email, but must be printed onsite and sent to your HR Generalist by school mail. Human Resources will not be mailing each school/department a copy for their paraprofessional employees.

When the Appraisal Form is completed and signed by both the employee and the appraiser, the employee receives a copy, the school/department retains a copy, and a copy is sent to Human Resources for the personnel file.

The date for Appraisal Forms to be completed for paraprofessionals who need a Plan for Improvement is April 14, 2003. This date allows sufficient time for a Plan for Improvement to be implemented and evaluated; normally a Plan for Improvement lasts 30 calendar days. Appraisal Forms for paraprofessionals who do not require a Plan for Improvement are to be sent to Human Resources by May 27, 2003.

When an employee is rated below average or unsatisfactory on the annual performance appraisal, the agreement requires that:

The unsatisfactory or below average rating be explained in writing, and A planned program for improvement in unsatisfactory and/or below average

areas must accompany the appraisal.

The purpose of a Plan for Improvement is to improve performance, and this step is required for non-probationary employees before further disciplinary action can be taken. If you would like assistance with a Plan for Improvement, please call your HR Generalist. Sample materials are also available.

(BACK)Southwest Area—Articulation TrainingALL EIGHTH GRADE TEACHERS

in the Southwest Quadrant(attendance required)

Wednesday, April 2, 20032:45 P.M.

Kepner Middle School

PRESENTERS: Lincoln and Kennedy High School counselors and schedulersPURPOSE:

Provide a brief orientation to eighth grade teachers about the structure of high school courses and course offerings

Explain each high school’s Course Offering Form and the impact it has on properly placing students in appropriate high school settings

Discuss transition of ELL students—ELA-S and ELA-E—into high school courses Discuss Studio Course placement Train eighth grade teachers in the process of filling out the Course Offering Form accurately

(The Course Offering Form will be filled out by the eighth grade teachers for every eighth grade student.)