Weekly Update from Interim Superintendent Michael Tolley: July 18, 2022

I hope you're finding time to rest and rejuvenate this summer. While July is often a quieter time on many of our school campuses, there are many staff working hard behind the scenes to prepare for the first day of school and return of students on Aug. 31. 

In addition to the scheduled deep cleaning of schools, Support Services staff are assisting 147 teachers as they move into new classrooms and teaching spaces. Warehouse staff are busy preparing for implementation of the new K-5 literacy curriculum, Into Reading, by picking up surplus books and distributing new resources to all elementary schools. Our Grounds team is planning for the annual Community Serve Day, supporting 24 school sites in August, and also assisting our Capital teams in the replacement of fields at Arrowhead, Lockwood, and Woodmoor.

The Capital team is also managing smaller projects at numerous schools including mechanical system and fire alarm upgrades, carpet replacement, and installation of a new roof at Cottage Lake Elementary. District wide we also have fencing and camera installation projects taking place to enhance school safety and security.

Finally, preparations for staff training and professional development in August, including August Advance for administrators and Summer Institute for our educators, are being finalized.

I want to acknowledge and thank the many staff supporting this critical work. Our summer work ensures a strong start to the 2022-23  school year and that we are prepared to support the learning, growth, and excellence of each and every one of our students. Thank you for everything you do.

In partnership,

Michael Tolley
Interim Superintendent

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Northshore Schools Foundation Offers Backpacks and School Supplies

Families needing a backpack or school supplies this year and experiencing financial limitations are encouraged to submit a request to the Northshore Schools Foundation. Families can fill out this form. Requests must be received before August 19 and will be ready for pick up at the Foundation's distribution event on August 27. Children’s books and hygiene products will be available for free while supplies last. 

Learn About the Foundation's Backpacks for Kids Program