Oh Snap! Did you hear?
Communication ain't overrated!
Here we go again!
Nah bruh! I'm not getting written up!
Be Better at PLMS!
100

Wait, what? This is the new work hours for staff members. 

What is 8:40 am - 4:10 pm?

100

This is the recommended number of times you should check your e-mail daily.

What is twice per day? Once in the morning (arrive on campus) and before you depart for the day.

100

I forgot to set my alarm and I am running late! This is the person you need to call to inform that you are running late. 

Who is Mr. Brown, Office Manager?

100

This policy reinforces professional expectations for all teachers.

What is the Code of Ethics?

100

The number to call if I have a disruptive student and need assistance.

What is 754-322-4100.

200

BASIS is no longer around but stay focused, teachers! This portal will allow you to write and submit discipline referrals. 

What is FOCUS?

200

This timeframe is the turnaround time to respond to a parent call/e-mail.

What is within 24 - 48 hours?

200

Yeah, I woke up sick and I am not going to make it in today or maybe the next couple of days. This is the number of days worth of emergency substitute teacher plans that all teachers must have printed and submitted to Mrs. Cross, Substitute Coordinator by the end of the first week of school (August 15).

What is 10 days worth of emergency sub plans?

200

Uh oh! I am running out of sick leave time. FL State Statute 1012.67 and SBBC Policy 4400 informs teachers of what specifically?

What is Absence Without Leave (PLV)?

200

The number of hours an instructional staff member is contractually obligated to. 

What is 7.5 hours?

300

It's time to get with the times! This new wave of technology will serve as a critical element in bolstering teaching and learning practices.

What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?

300

Wait, wait, wait, this job requires me to participate in parent/teacher conferences, too? These are the individuals who you need to contact to ensure you are fully aware of any and all scheduled and upcoming parent/teacher conferences.

Who is Mr. Rossi (Parent/Teacher Conference Coordinator) or my grade level administrator?

300

Ms. D and Ms. P keep sending me e-mails to complete documentation for select students but I don't know what to do. I guess need to follow this protocol to ensure I am in compliance. 

What is contact Ms. D and Ms. P to follow up and receive specific guidance to ensure I fulfill my professional obligation?

300

Johnny cursed me out in front of the entire class. What should I do?

What is call the front office and ask for assistance, call Johnny's parent during planning period, submit a discipline referral. Do not negatively engage with the student.

300

Department Data Huddles start at this time.

What is 8:40 am?

400

It's August 11th and the children are here! It's 1st period and this is the code I will use in FOCUS to indicate the child is present on the first day.

What is E1?

400

I have a planned trip to New York in November. Hmmmmmmm, what do I need to do again to ensure I have adequately prepared for this PLANNED absence?

What is report the absence (all days) in SmartFind express in advance (weeks), request a substitute, have planned assignments for all periods for the days I will be out, inform school personnel (Dept. Chair, coach, admin, sub coordinator, Office Manager)

400

This is the fourth time that Susie has been 3 minutes tardy to my class! I have had enough! But wait, I just remembered there is a school wide protocol for handling these issues. 

What is receive the student into my class, input the appropriate code into FOCUS, complete a discipline referral and contact Susie's parent/guardian?

400

I gotta make sure I stay on my "A" game! What is the recommended minimum number of grades that should be inputted weekly for each student. 

What is one grade per week?

400

Having these in place help to reduce in class disruptive behaviors. 

What is a well planned lesson/activity?

What is clearly defined student expectations?

What is a in class rewards system for positive behavior reinforcement?

500

We've got a new Crisis Alert system! Ummm, what's the name again?

What is Centegix?

500

Jake is failing my class and it's the midpoint of the quarter. Welp, that ain't got nothin' to do with me! Wait, yes it does, but what should I do?

What is contact the parent and inform him/her of their child's progress. If you are having issues making contact, inform your administrator. 

500

Rigor, Rigor, Rigor! I hear this even in my sleep. But you know, I plan to Be Better as a practitioner because the "A" is within reach! These collaborative spaces aid teachers in engaging in productive discussions, building and executing plans centered on authentic teaching and learning.

What are Data Huddles and Professional Learning Communities?

500

Tik Tok and it don't stop! Social Media is not the problem but what exactly should teachers be mindful of when using these various platforms?

What is teachers should be mindful of posting any content that could potentially go against the Code of Ethics, Principles of Professional Conduct and other SBBC policies or state statutes?

500

These forms are what a student needs before being seen in the clinic.

What is a signed consent form and a clinic pass?

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