August 2022 Newsletter

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Update on the 8-day challenge: Please e-mail the SB before 5 PM on Tuesday at schoolboardclerk@staffordschools.net to get your comments entered into the public record. #SCPSsoftpause

SEA has been working on many items behind the scenes. A COVID leave policy was brought before Dr. Kizner and Patrick Byrnett. We anticipate it becoming policy for this year soon. The EXEC board is aware that staff are being required to concurrent teach. Robin Gardner has spoken with VEA and is currently trying to…

Due to concerns regarding COVID, SEA is spearheading a campaign to have SCPS allow teachers the choice to engage in PD from either home or school this year. Please see this for more information.

Last night, the Board of Supervisors held several public budget hearings, including the tax rate, the budget, and the Capital Improvement Plan (buildings, maintenance, repairs, etc.). The good news is that the BoS is committed to funding Dr. Taylor’s proposed salary increases. However, the BoS is not committed to fully funding the School Board’s budget request (see 1:51:34 in the video of…