PfISD Employee Express

• 🗓️ Upcoming Events & Holidays
• 📝 Pre-K / Kinder Readiness Events for Next School year!
• 🚫 Safe Gun Storage Saves Lives
• 💳 New Year, New Benefits, New Cards!
• ✅ W2 2024-Notification for Electronic Consent
• 🔩 CTE Corner
• 🎶 Fine Arts
• 🖊️Trustees Meeting Brief
• 👏 Staff Recognitions
  

National Read a Book Month

Dec. 6-12: Computer Science Education Week

Dec. 12: Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Dec. 14: Pre-K & Kinder Kickoff

Dec. 19: Early Release

Dec. 20: Student Holiday, Campus Staff Development, Planning & Prep.

Dec. 23- Jan. 3: Winter Break

Jan. 6: Student Holiday, Campus Staff Development, Planning & Prep.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Pre-k & Kinder Kickoff on Dec. 14, from 10 AM–12 PM at Timmerman Elementary!

Explore curriculum, meet district reps, and get your little ones excited for their first school experience. Hands-on fun includes bus rides, cafeteria practice, and games!

Find event details and the Kindergarten Readiness Checklist at www.pfisd.net/kinderkickoff.

With children at home for winter break, now’s the time to put safe gun storage on your holiday to-do list.

Follow These 3 steps to safe gun storage

1. Store Firearms - Store unloaded and secured by using a trigger lock, biometric lock, gun case, strong box, gun cabinet or gun safe.

2. Store Ammunition - Store and lock ammunition safely.

3. Restrict Access - Keep others from getting access to stored firearms 24/7. That includes family, friends, children, or other visitors.

Learn how to store guns safely at SafeGunStorageTexas.com.

New cards have been issued and will be arriving by 1/1/2025.

• BlueCross Blue Shield Medical ID Cards
• HealthCare High Ways Medical ID Cards
• Inspira HSA Card
• Inspira FSA Card

If you receive your cards and have questions kindly direct all questions to our Benefits@pfisd.net inbox

The IRS requires Pflugerville ISD to provide all employees with a Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement each year. The W-2 includes your compensation and tax withholding details for the year 2024. This year, PfISD is offering you the option to print your own W-2 for 2024.

Why choose to print your own W-2?

• Cost Savings: Help the District save approximately $8,703.50 by reducing printing costs for 5,150 employees.

• Convenience: Save a digital copy of your W-2 for your records.
• Faster Access: Receive your W-2 sooner—no need to wait until January 31, 2025.

The Skyward Online Form will be available in Employee Access from December 2, 2024, to

January 10, 2025, allowing you to select your preferred W-2 delivery option.

The Skyward Online Form will be available in Employee Access from December 2, 2024 to January 10, 2025, for you to select your W-2 delivery option.

Your Options:

1. Check the box:

• Choose an employer-printed W-2 for 2024 (paper form).
• PfISD will mail this to your current address on file by January 31, 2025.

2. Do not check the box:

• Opt for a self-printed W-2 for 2024 (digital form).
• You can access and print this electronic form yourself.

Acknowledge Your Selection: Regardless of your delivery option, you are required to check the

acknowledgment box in the Skyward Online Form.

Verify Your Mailing Address: To ensure the accuracy of your W-2 information, please confirm that your mailing address is correct in Employee Access.

If you need to update your mailing address, please refer to the Employee Data Verification instructions (see attached PDF) or contact the Human Resources Department at human.resources@pfisd.net.

For further assistance, please contact the Payroll Department at payroll@pfisd.net.

Over the past six weeks, Business Management students at Weiss High School immersed themselves in the JA It’s My Business program. This dynamic initiative introduced students to the principles of design thinking, guiding them through a hands-on process to:

• Empathize with a problem
• Identify a need and solution for a target market
• Prototype their concept
• Develop a market test
• Assemble a pitch deck to present their business idea

Working in teams, the students tackled real-world challenges with creativity and determination.

Three standout teams from Mrs. Matula’s classes earned an invitation to showcase their innovative ideas at the JA E2: Entrepreneurship & Empowerment Summit Area-Wide Pitch Competition.

In preparation for the event, students collaborated with experienced coaches to refine their presentations and enhance their public speaking skills. This invaluable experience not only strengthened their entrepreneurial skills but also boosted their confidence and teamwork abilities.

Pure Essence Wellness Studio - Elan Reed, Jordyn Conrod, Gabby Webster

Problem: In this day and age, women are often overlooked and under a lot of stress due

to the lack of useful places where women can focus on their mental and physical health,

while building a safe community around them.

Solution: Provide a safe and welcoming environment to women where they can improve

their mental and physical health through wellness and support.

CrudeFood - Kelvin Duong-presented; team members included Andrew Pham, Izaak Miller,

Carter Marsh)

Problem: The lack of access to recipes that only include ingredients already available in

the house.

Solution: CrudeFood creates a more available and adaptive recipe book that free

Americans from the commitment of buying something.

Airbend-O - Austin Parkhurst, Stanley Odoms, Bimen Fekry

Problem: We're solving the issue of manually moving and cleaning coils.

Solution: Instead, we're developing an automatic cleaning system that will clean the coils

as needed.

We’re incredibly proud of our Weiss Wolves and their commitment to innovation and excellence.

Keep an eye out for these future business leaders—they’re just getting started!

Groups from the Fine Arts Department were busy this past weekend sharing their talents at different venues and events around town!

From the Pfestival of Lights to the Capitol Rotunda, audiences were treated to outstanding student performances. Thank you to everyone who attended and we look forward to seeing you again!

Follow the Fine Arts Department on Facebook & Instagram, and check out the Fine Arts Calendar to see what other great work our students are doing across the district!

-PfISD Fine Arts Department

Get the inside scoop on all things PfISD! This section of the newsletter is your go-to spot for the latest on upcoming board meetings and easy access to past board meeting minutes.

Next Board of Trustees Regular Meeting : December 12, 2024 @ 6 p.m.

Did you miss the December 5 Workshop Meeting? Watch below!

December 5, Workshop Meeting

If you would like to subscribe to receive agendas when posted, please visit the Agendas and Minutes page and scroll to the bottom to complete the subscription form. Stay connected and stay informed!

Pflugerville ISD has launched a new Administration Report to promote transparency and ensure that stakeholders are informed about administrative decisions, board meetings, and district-wide initiatives. This comprehensive resource supports student success and community trust by keeping everyone engaged and informed.

To see the most recent Administration Report, visit www.pfisd.net/administrative-report.

Welcome back to our Staff Shoutout and Pfamily Kudos section! In the coming weeks, you will see messages of appreciation from parents, students, community members, and other staff members through Staff Shoutouts and Pfamily Kudos.

Thank you to our amazing PfISD staff members for everything they do for our students and community!

Want to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond? Click here to submit your Pfamily Kuddos for the google form.

· Behavior Department of Westview Middle School (via Anonymous): The WVMS behavior department pushes through each day with a smile on their face and giving their best effort to serve the population that we serve. Their detailed knowledge of the students, what makes them shine as well giving advice for the more troubling behaviors we might experience. I have also appreciated the collaborative effort and their feedback has made me a better and more empathetic teacher. Also, their lead Tammy Bland is one of the most helpful people I have met in all of PfISD. She gives everything she has to this job and the campus is lucky to have someone with her skills, knowledge, patience, empathy, and warm vibes on a daily basis. Thank you all for everything you do!!

· Ms. Rebecca Richmond of Northwest Elementary (via Anonymous): Going above and beyond for ensuring new teachers are successful at their job! Rebecca is super helpful and always nice. She intentionally goes out of her way to help others where she sees fit. She’s a phenomenal team player!

· David McAfee of Centergistic/Air Man :) (via Jennifer Bream): David has saved me so many times this school year with air situations!!! He truly is the best and always so friendly when helping me out. Not once has he ever made me feel bad when I have forgotten to request the air to be turned on in a timely manner for an event. Thank you so much for all you do!

· Nautica Sexton of Spring Hill Elementary/5th (via anonymous): Ms.Sexton goes above and beyond for her students. She is such a hard worker and is truly leaving an impact on her students everyday. PFISD is so lucky to have an educator who cares so deeply for their students success. Thank you for all you do Ms.Sexton, you are AMAZING!

· Stephanie Webb, Jamye Jaco, Cynthia Wright of Park Crest (via Anonymous): This is an awesome team of hardworking professionals. They are always looking at ways to push themselves and their students further. Superstars!

· Alexander Stec of WVMS Math (via Pat Watson): I have to commend Mr. Stec's commitment to his students and his ability to engage them for tutorials and following up on their work. All year he's been available after school multiple nights for a a line of students waiting at the door or a couple that want to do focused work. He continually evaluates his teaching to see how he can reach students differently. His student's exceptional test scores reflect the commitment he makes every day. Bravo.

· Claire Calvey of Brookhollow ES (via MES Staff): ​Ms Calvey is continuously thinking outside the box and improving processes for all of us. Even though she is a part of a different campus she still shares her great ideas and tools she creates with us. We appreciate and miss you!

· Hoda Mohamed, Angela Mathews and Rita Aleman of Technology (via Irene Morales): Fabulous job with Jingle and Mingle! The presentations are classroom tested and it is always a great party! Thank you!

· Amanda Hale of ROES/Special Education (via Blanca Rowley): As a first-year bilingual resource/inclusion teacher, I’ve had so much to learn, and Amanda has been an incredible support system. Even though she often works behind the scenes, she’s just a phone call or email away, always ready to answer my questions or offer advice. Her availability, patience, and guidance have made such a difference in my new position. Thank you, Amanda, for your patience support.

· Melissa Lehman of Riojas Elementary (via Melissa S): Ms. Lehman is an amazing teacher who goes above and beyond. She is so compassionate and caring of her students. She did an extraordinary job coordinating the 3rd grade market day! Thank you Ms. Lehman for all you do!

· Ms. Ana Puentes of Westview 6th grade ELA (via Felicia Castillo): It is such a blessing to have Ms. Puentes at Westview. She creates a safe and calm, eager to learn, environment for our students. She holds our students to high standards, while making sure they know that it is okay to not know or to need help. The students know they can trust her and this is why I often hear older students say, "I miss Ms. Puentes, she is one of my favorite teachers." It doesn't stop with the students, she is an amazing support to our staff, not just in her department. She is present in our hallways and at our events. She is everything many of our Westview Wildcats need and I am thankful to work with her. Thank you for all that you do and always being willing to learn and grow!

· Mr. Gross and Mr. Evans of Westview Band (via Felicia Castillo): Mr. Gross is an amazing support for our Westview Wildcats! Our Westview band just had their Winter Concert and sounded so beautiful! His year after year dedication to our campus shows through our students. Mr. Evans is an amazing addition and support to our band as well. We are very lucky to have to you both! Thank you for caring for our Wildcats and sharing your love of the arts with them!

· Mrs. Terry of Westview Math (via Felicia Castillo): We are so fortunate to have Mrs. Terry join us at Westview this school year. She is an amazing addition. Her calm nature and communication help her to reach and teach our Wildcats. Thank you for all that you do and for being who you are!

· ALL Newcomer Teachers of Westview Newcomer Academy (via Felicia Castillo): I would like to give a huge shout out to our entire Newcomer staff and all who support them. We are so grateful to have you all on our campus doing amazing things! Our newcomer students are lucky to have you. Thank you all for your patience, support, learning, efforts, and your day to day support for our Wildcats!

· Christina Griffin of Transportation / Field Trip Coordinator (via Lucila Garza): I want to thank Christina for help this week. I reached out to Christina on the day of our field trip due to a scheduling issue with our venue. We needed a driver earlier than expected. Christina was able to dispatch our bus driver and our Pre-K students were able to make their first field trip on time. Christina thank you so much, you made our day and our students enjoyed their first bus ride.

· Donquiesha McCardell of Transporation / Bus Driver (via Lucila Garza): I want to thank Donquiesha for being our bus driver this week for our first field trip. Our venue changed our expected time and Donquiesha came to our campus as soon as possible and was so accommodating to our situation. The students enjoyed their first bus ride. Thank you for all you do!

Shantel Broadhead of Mott (1st grade) (via: Savana)
slay!!!

Kendra Towery of Kelly Lane Middle School (via: Michael E.)
she is my uil teacher and she is cool

Francis Tucker of Mott Elementary (via: Raven S.)
This compliment is long overdue. Huge recognition and praise to this amazing Teacher. Her personality ignites my mornings everyday. I enjoy and admire her character and dedication to safety. She has the memory of an elephant with the amount names she can remember! Thank you Mrs. Tucker for keeping the community safe and positive each and every day!

Jacob Gross and Adam Evans of Westview Middle School Band (via: T.S)
The winter band concert at Connally High school was amazing! Thank you for all your hard work in preparing the students for this event. The students sounded and looked great!

Connally High School Band of Connally High School Band (via: T.S)
Thank you for hosting the winter band concert. It was so nice to hear all the campuses showcase their hard work this year!

Araceli Carrillo of Dessau Elementary (via: Christopher C.)
Araceli Carrillo is an outstanding and dedicated teacher. She dedicated her time to make sure all her students are learning and progressing in their learning experience. Apart from being an elementary teacher she also volunteers at Connally High School Marching Band as a booster parent. She makes sure every band member is feed before every Friday night football game. Her dedication to PFISD students needs to be recognized. Mrs. Carrillo has a great heart and loves doing it. 12 years at Dessau really show her dedication to the students she teacher everyday.

Karen Raymond of ISS Teacher / Cele Store (via: Shannon)
I want to take a moment to recognize Mrs. Raymond for her incredible kindness and support. Recently, my son had a situation at school that really upset him. When he went to Mrs. Raymond, she not only listened to him but also went above and beyond to help.

Her compassion and effort made such a difference. Knowing that she cared so much and worked so hard to make him feel better is something I’ll never forget. We’re so lucky to have teachers like Mrs. Raymond, who truly care about their students.

Thank you, Mrs. Raymond, for being such a wonderful part of Cele!