August 19, 2024

Volume 4, Issue 1

BACK TO SCHOOL CONVOCATION: AUGUST 26

The Everett Public Schools (EPS) will hold a Back to School Convocation for teachers, administrators, and educational staff on Monday, August 26, 2024, at Everett High School.

The program will include remarks by Superintendent William Hart and School Committee Chairperson Jeanne Cristiano. Renowned behavioral science clinician Dr. Kris Lee will deliver the keynote address, entitled “Reimagining Resilience.”

Parking at Everett High School (EHS) and the adjacent Veterans Memorial Skating Rink are open to all EPS educators, but we strongly encourage staff to park at their respective buildings and carpool to EHS. Parking at the rink is available in the morning only. Please note that street cleaning ticketing will be suspended for the day.

A light breakfast will be served beginning at 8:00 a.m. in the Cafeteria. The program will begin at 8:45 a.m. in the Auditorium. At the conclusion of the Convocation at 11 a.m., attendees will receive a grab-and-go lunch and a tote bag before returning to their schools for building-based professional development.

We look forward to seeing everyone next week for the start of the 2024-2025 school year.

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Large group photo, teachers standing on a stairway, outdoors, all wearing red T-shirts

EVERETT TO EVERETT — Thanks to ELA Department Chair Ryan McGowan and Education Pathway teachers Sarah Simmons and Amanda Pickowicz for organizing a special photo op on the last day of the 2023-2024 school year at Everett High School. Pictured above are teachers and district personnel who grew up in Everett, wearing T-shirts that read “FROM EVERETT YESTERDAY, EDUCATING EVERETT TODAY."

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From the Office of Extended Learning
Three Openings for the Fall Enrichment Session

Interested in supporting our before and after school programs this year? Stipend positions for staff looking to provide high quality enrichment opportunities outside of the traditional school day for K-8 students are now posted. Please make sure you are signed in to TalentEd in order to see these internal positions. Contact Manager of Extended Learning Heather McCormack at [email protected] with any questions. Thank you!

K-8 After School Enrichment Teachers - EPS is seeking after school enrichment teachers to lead meaningful and engaging programming during after school hoursvin a variety of program areas including STEM, art, athletics, leadership and more. Enrichment teachers are responsible for developing and facilitating their own curriculum.

Applications for the Fall Session beginning October 7th are due on August 23, 2024. All applicants must apply on TalentEd and fill out the following Google Form in order to be considered.

Fall Girls on the Run Coaches - EPS is seeking teachers to support Girls on the Run, an after school running club for girls and students of other marginalized gender identities in grades 3-5. Coaches would participate in pre-program training August/September 2024 and run activities 2x/week from 2:45-4:15 using the Girls on the Run curriculum. They would also be responsible for supervising participation in an end of season 5k race, scheduled for November 16th, 2024.

Coaches will also be responsible for behavior management, attendance, tech assistance, parent communication, studentoutreach and retention, maintaining safe programming and supervising dismissal. Girls on the Run will provide all curriculum, materials, and training.

Applications are due August 23rd, 2024. All applicants must apply on TalentEd.

STAR After School Program Lead Teachers - The STAR program at the Lafayette School provides a safe, inclusive community for over 50 5th-8th grade youth to learn new skills, make new friends, and have fun in a supportive environment. The program offers a variety of enrichment activities that include art, athletics, STEM and more guided by student interest. This is a 21st Century grant funded program. Lead Teachers will be responsible for the daily operations of the program, developing and leading engaging, hands-on activities and ensuring students actively and positively participate in all program activities.

Applications are due on August 23, 2024. All applicants must apply on TalentEd and fill out the following Google Form in order to be considered.

Before School Program Lead Teachers - Before school programming is an opportunity for students to connect to peers and teachers, receive specialized support, eat breakfast, build community and get ready to participate in an academic school day. The Before School program will provide up to 45 students in grades K-8 with before school programming that will include physical activity, community building, and personal development. Lead teachers will be responsible for taking attendance, leading enrichment activities, supervising breakfast, communicating with families, supporting recruitment and retention of participants, and dismissing students to their school day teachers.

Applications are due on August 23, 2024. All applicants must apply on TalentEd.

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Professional Development Catalog Now Available
Log Into TeachPoint for 2024-25 Offerings

The Everett Public Schools (EPS) Professional Development Catalog for the 2024-2025 school year is now available on TeachPoint. The catalog and course offerings were developed by a joint committee consisting of EPS teachers and administrators who worked collaboratively to provide high-quality PD options across all grade levels and subject areas. Thanks to everyone who put their time and energy into this effort.

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