Table Talks was launched to increase engagement and encourage dialogue between our Board of Trustees and campus and district staff members. We identified action items from a variety of topics as a result of the feedback we received.

Curriculum and Resources

• We are committed to the Amplify and Eureka curriculum materials and will consider adding supplemental resources to support teachers

• The Academics department has developed internalization documents for Amplify and Eureka to assist teachers with planning effective lessons

Training and Professional Development

• Departments are collaborating to deliver professional development opportunities beyond those related to curriculum and instruction

• We will continue to refine learning sessions to ensure they are differentiated

Retention Incentives and Spring Rewards

• Our Performance Management team is working with Communications on a plan to ensure we communicate the programs effectively

• We are reviewing the language of stipends to ensure they are communicated effectively

Staff Voice and Feedback

• The Let’s Talk communication tool allows for two-way dialogue as long as the sender provides contact information. We need an email address or a phone number!

• For future surveys, we will improve communication regarding autonomy protocols being utilized to ensure responses are anonymous

Opportunities for Advancement

• This year the district rolled out leadership development sessions open to any staff members

• The district will actively showcase internal promotions and our leadership pipeline

Communication

• We are always looking for innovative and more effective ways to communicate. We have added Let’s Talk and Sunny, our new chatbot!

• Our technology department is reviewing existing key email groups to ensure they are updated

Appreciation and Recognition

• We encourage everyone to nominate fellow colleagues for the Board’s Employee Recognition Award

• The School Leadership Office is creating a monthly campus staff recognition program to celebrate the great work they do with their students