Share this December 13th edition of GONews with your staff in your staff bulletin or newsletter using the web address of this Webpage.

You are Invited

Jan 4

Network | Virtual | Free

Jan 12

Network | Virtual Free

Jan 18

Partner Fair | Virtual | Free

Top 4 Reasons to Attend



1. We have a variety of timely topics (many presented by national experts) in our program that will be of interest to those in various positions in your organization.
2. You can attend the sessions that fit your schedule.
3. You will learn about GOCSD Member discounts and promotions that are offered by our Partners, as they share details about their products and services.
4. You can conveniently join from the comfort of your location, for free.

Jan 20

Network | Virtual | Free

Jan 20

Network | Seated | Free

Jan 24

Leadership Session | Virtual | Free

Monthly Oct - May

Community | Virtual | Free for Members

Educators are so busy engaging in their daily tasks of taking care of the needs of students and families, they often do not think about planning for their financial futures. The Public School Retirement System (PSRS) is an exceptional benefit, but it is often undervalued by early career educators.

The content in this course helps educators better understand the unique retirement benefits offered to Missouri teachers.

For this month’s #TeacherProud Tuesday we are spotlighting the Diamond, Reeds Spring and Shell Knob School Districts. 

Diamond

Did you know that it's ⭐ #TeacherProud Tuesday? We are excited to celebrate with other districts in the region. This month we are spotlighting Bill Gray. He chooses to be an ISS/recovery room teacher because he knows this is one way he can make a difference. 

Reeds Spring

Mrs. Stephanie Smith is the counselor at Reeds Spring Primary School. “Stephanie is a true professional and well respected by students, parents, staff, and the community," said Reeds Spring Elementary School counselor Rhonda Davis.

Shell Knob

Kendra Richter - SKS 2nd grade teacher and Middle School Volleyball Coach. This is Mrs. Richters 10th year at SKS; 4 as a paraprofessional and 6 as a teacher. There are many reasons I chose to become an educator.

Noah Hadlow - SKS Elementary PE and Technology Director. This is Mr. Hadlow's 2nd year as an educator. I have a list of teachers/coaches that have been outstanding role models for me and inspired me to go into education. 

The purpose for this effort is to send the message that we have great public schools here in southwest Missouri. GOCSD is committed to helping our stakeholders know and understand the value of public schools. We encourage districts to share the Teacher Proud Tuesday campaign with other districts to spread this initiative across our state. 

We appreciate our renewing Partner!

Titanic Museum

Partnership does not imply endorsement by GOCSD. You can see all our partners on our website.  Be sure to check out these discounts for GOCSD Members. 

👉🏻 Member Districts and Universities/Colleges: If you have a vendor that you would like to see become a GOCSD Partner, please use this form to submit that request.

MOCAAT Update

As a quick reminder, each school district across the state will be receiving significant local tax revenue checks in December and January. With interest rates on the rise please remember to reach out to John Jungmann and Jason Hoffman at MOCAAT. They are great partners of our organization and can help you and your team determine how best to invest these revenues and generate additional interest income for your district.

It is a pleasure to serve your school districts. Member insights and feedback are always welcome! 

• Pam Hedgpeth, Executive Director
• Kathy Gross, Co-Director of Professional Learning
• Debbie Yonke, Co-Director of Professional Learning 
• Janetta Garton, Director of Digital Learning and Communications