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Superintendent Message About SPFE Strike Vote Authorization
We are all aware the Saint Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE), the union representing Teachers, Educational Assistants and School and Community Service professionals, has voted to authorize a strike. That means SPFE leadership can now file an intent to strike notice, which will begin a 10-day period before an actual strike can occur. The union has said it will make the announcement of a strike date sometime next week. When SPFE informs us of their intended strike date, we will provide you with additional information, including your rights and responsibilities in the event of a strike. Additional information is available at www.spps.org/negotiations.
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Action Items require a response or action due to law, policy, procedure, board action or other requirement; or voluntary but crucial actions such as grant opportunities. To submit an Action Item for The Bridge, click the Add button below.
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COVID-19 (also referred to as Coronavirus) Update
Remaining alert to this ever-changing situation.
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Free Online Trainings for SPPS Staff and Volunteers
YIPA offers phenomenal trainings on relevant topics!
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2020-2021 School Year Interview Pools
Now accepting applications for teacher eligibility pools. Interviews will be scheduled during February, March and April.
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Register Your Class or Program for Share the Love 2020
Register your class or program for Share the Love 2020! Share The Love is designed to deepen young people's understanding of what it means to build strong communities.
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Department News and Announcements include general department news, voluntary staff development or training opportunities, surveys, award nominations or other opportunities to volunteer or get involved. To submit an item to be included in the Department News section of The Bridge, click the Add button below.
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Health Assessment and Wellness Initiative to Sunset in 2021 for Some Employees
Staff members moving to the Public Employees Insurance Program (PEIP) beginning on January 1, 2021, will no longer be eligible to earn an incentive for 2021, but are still able to participate in the Wellness Initiative through 2020.
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Thinking Career and College Early Fair is Feb. 22
The 16th Annual Thinking Career and College Early Fair will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Harding Senior High School. The purpose of the fair is to help students and families learn the importance of planning for college and careers early.
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Episode 4 of the Personalized Learning Department Podcast Is Available
Are you ready for change? Listen now for more tips and tricks to use the iPad to teach Above The Line!
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Kudos include employee awards, presentations, new degrees and retirement announcements for staff with more than 20 years of service to SPPS; student awards, accomplishments and other recognitions; school-specific news items. To submit an item to be included in the Kudos section of The Bridge, click the Add button below.
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10 SPPS Teachers in Running for 2020 Minnesota Teacher of the Year
From physical education to accelerated biology and elementary to high school, a wide range of SPPS educators are nominated for the 2020 Minnesota Teacher of the Year award.
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Three SPPS schools celebrate winter walking
Winter Walk to School Day was on Wednesday, February 6, and three SPPS schools are celebrating winter walking during the month of February.
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Need project funds for next year?
The Ecolab Teacher Grant Application is available soon!
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Have a classroom project you want funded next year?
The third round of the Ecolab Teacher Grant Program is beginning!
