Yesterday marked the end of early voting in the Sherman ISD bond and School Board election. If you haven’t voted yet, make plans to do so this Saturday, May 6! Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Remember, your election ballot will only include the two Sherman ISD bond propositions and SISD School Board races if you live in Sherman ISD. If you live outside the district, your ballot may contain other propositions and races based on where you live. Click here to view all the sample ballots for Grayson County voters. Grayson County residents may vote at any polling location in Grayson County.

Remember, safety and security upgrades are planned at every SISD campus under the proposed bond, including enhanced security before entry, impact resistant glass, perimeter fencing and more. See what else is in store for your campus using the district’s existing tax rate.

Open enrollment for supplemental insurance benefits for the 2023-24 school year begins today and runs through May 22, 2023.

Employees may elect to enroll online or with the help of a representative from our benefits carrier. Employees who have not completed their enrollment before their campus enrollment date will be expected to enroll in person on the date listed below. TRS medical elections may be changed during the TRS open enrollment window in July/August. More information about TRS healthcare enrollment and cost will be sent at a later date, after TRS releases that information.

If you choose not to self-enroll, representatives will be at the following locations to help you enroll. You may go any of the locations listed:

Sherman ISD is currently participating in the ongoing monitoring of our special education supports and services in partnership with the Texas Education Agency. Districts are required to participate in this process every 6 years. 

As part of the Differentiated Monitoring and Support process, TEA asks for input from all stakeholders, including general education and special education staff, teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and more. Please provide feedback by completing this brief survey using the links below.

Please note this survey information goes directly to TEA. They will use responses to provide Sherman ISD with feedback. The survey link is included in the linked letters, which describe the process in more detail.

Sarah Tollison, tech specialist at Sory Elementary, is the March Elementary Teacher of the Month. Sarah embodies the word team player. She is all in when it comes to supporting Sory’s vision and mission and has jumped right into a teaching role. She also effortlessly trains staff on everything they need to be successful in the classroom.

Stacey Franklin, reading lab teacher at Piner, is the March Secondary Teacher of the Month. Every single day, her classroom is interesting, active, worthwhile, and taught with extreme connectivity to real-life applications. Her leadership style is one of diligence, energy, and positivity. She has a genuine care and passion for students and what they learn and do.

Justin Lugannani, campus safety and security monitor at Sherman High School, is the March Employee of the Month. Justin represents what it truly means to be a Bearcat regardless of the position held in the district. If you’ve ever come through the guarded gates in the back parking lot, you’d know that Justin always has a smile on his face.

Dale Rideout, volunteer at Washington Elementary, is the March Volunteer of the Month. Known as Mr. Dale on campus, Dale has been volunteering for the Foster Grandparent Program at Washington for the last 14 years. He volunteers and rotates between five different kindergarten classes, Monday through Thursday, to help support the teachers achieve successful, educational student outcomes.

Neblett Elementary music teacher Priscilla Burns was selected this month by the local radio stations as April’s Katy Country/Mad Rock Teacher of the Month! She received a gift from the stations’ sponsors and is eligible for the Teacher of the Year award from the stations.

Sherman ISD is offering a $1,000 referral bonus for current employees who bring certified Texas teachers to work in SISD for the 2023-2024 school year. Tell your teacher friends about the great things happening in Sherman, and encourage them to join our Bearcat family!

In addition, all employees will receive bonuses totaling $2,000 next school year on top of their regular compensation. Additional details related to staff compensation for the 2023-24 school year are still being determined and will be finalized when the Board approves our budget in June.

 If you plan on retiring at the end of this school year and have not yet notified HR, please contact HR by Monday, May 8 to be included in the annual end-of-year retirement celebration.

Sherman ISD encourages employees to get involved and connected in the community.

Habitat for Humanity of Grayson County is a nonprofit housing organization working in Grayson County. Habitat’s vision is that everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat works toward this vision by building and improving homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live. Volunteer opportunities range from helping to build or repair homes to helping with special events to doing administrative tasks. You can donate through annual fundraisers, donations or buying furniture at the ReStore, 3822 Frisco Road in Sherman. The ReStore is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteer opportunities are also available. Call 903-647-0133 or email restoregrayson@gmail.com to find out more.

We would love the opportunity to feature honors and recognitions received by SISD employees. Please send accomplishments and news to Todd Kleiboer at tkleiboer@shermanisd.net.