Sherman ISD honored our 2022-2023 Staff of the Year last week with a little help from their friends, family, colleagues and students! Watch the video with highlights from our surprises! Congratulations to:

Sherman ISD is grateful for the tremendous support our community showed for our Sherman public schools. Both bond propositions passed by large margins in the election that concluded May 6. Watch our thank you video!

With a 71% approval rate, Bond Proposition A had the highest passing percentage in the entire state of Texas of school districts with bond propositions of more than $475 million dollars! With a 64% approval rate, Bond Proposition B had the third highest passing percentage in Texas for athletic stadiums!

We are thankful for the large percentage of Sherman ISD staff who voted! While many employees do not live in SISD, an estimated 67% of SISD employees who were eligible to vote in the bond election went to the polls. Thank you for voting! We are excited about what these bond projects will mean for our students, staff and community!

The deadline to enroll for supplemental insurance benefits is fast approaching. Employees may elect to enroll online or with the help of a representative from our benefits carrier now through Monday, May 22.

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:

Are you using technology in your classroom for innovative learning? Come share your experience, successes, and creative or engaging activities with your fellow educators at Techpalooza on July 18-19! Submit your application to present by May 26, and presenters will be notified by June 2.

Sherman ISD is offering summer programs that will enrich both you and your child!

Staff will have the opportunity to engage in content-specific and pedagogical training courses to support you in the delivery of quality instruction for our students. All courses are located in Eduphoria: STRIVE. Please register at your earliest convenience to reserve your spot. 

Childcare will be provided to staff who work over the summer or participate in professional development training. Register here.

In addition, your child can enrich their summer experience with many other opportunities available through Sherman ISD, several of which are FREE. Visit www.shermanisd.net/summer for details and to register!

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.

Region 10’s 2023-2024 cohort for the Principal Certification program is now open! This certification prepares candidates on the path towards principalship through non-tradition means as the program shows what the day-to-day life of principals and assistant principals looks like throughout Texas.

Program requirements are:

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is collecting input regarding implementation, perceived effectiveness, and impact of the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS). The data collected in this survey will be used to refine existing resources and to plan support for consistent and effective statewide implementation. Survey results are completely anonymous, and the data obtained will be used to analyze general observation trends across the state.

The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete and will close by the end of day on Friday, June 2, 2023.

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.

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

The Child & Family Guidance Center of Texoma exists to strengthen, improve and empower the lives of Texoma children and families experiencing life’s trials and traumas. They strive to help not only the child but the entire family engaging the family in care. Ways to help include one-time or monthly donations, volunteering, fundraising or advocacy. Call 903-893-7768 to learn more about getting involved. Office hours are 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m. - noon Friday.

Summer Camps

Summer Reading and Events Guide

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.