PfISD Employee Express

• 🗓️ Upcoming Events & Holidays
• 🛝 PfISD EDP Employee Discount
  
• 🔅 PfISD EDP Employee Childcare - May 30
• ✍🏻EIC Family Survey
• ✨Stronger Minds, Brighter Futures
  
• 📝 Retirement Planning Workshop
• 🔩 CTE Corner
• 🖊️ Trustees Meeting Brief
• 👏 Recognitions

Math Awareness Month

School Library Month

Occupational Therapy Month

May 2 - Board Workshop Meeting

May 16 - Board of Trustees Regular Meeting

Did you know that the PfISD Extended Day Program offers childcare to all Full Time PfISD Employees at a low monthly cost of $75 per child?

The PfISD Employee must be full time, eligible to receive health benefits through the district, and the legal parent or guardian of the child in order to qualify for the discounted rate.

Contact the EDP Office at 512-594-1948 or via email at ExtendedDay@pfisd.net for more information.

Please visit our website at www.pfisd.reg.eleyo.com to register.

2024-25 Registration Opens: April 29, 2024 @ 8 a.m.

Childcare is available for all PfISD staff members who are required to work on May 30, 2024.

Student’s Must be 4 Years old by September 1, 2023 and be able to use the restroom without assistance.

Breakfast/Lunch will not be provided. However, all children will receive a morning and afternoon snack.

Location: Timmerman Elementary School

Hours: 7AM-4:30PM

Registration: May 1, 2024-May 17, 2024

Price: $25 per child (not included in regular after school care)

(Payment Due May 22 nd and will be drafted from the payment method on file.)

Pflugerville ISD is part of a middle school math implementation initiative. Part of the initiative allows us to gather data from students, teachers, leaders as well as families and caregivers in our district to help us improve middle school math teaching and learning.

We need to hear from the families and caregivers of our students about their engagements with our schools and how we are able to support them. Your responses are anonymous and confidential, meaning you will not be named in any reporting and your responses will not be tied to your student. The survey is available in English and Spanish.

Please take 15 – 30 minutes to complete this survey between April 22 – May 3.

Below are links for each grade level student. Please complete one survey per student. Start by selecting their grade level.

6th grade Family Survey Link

7th grade Family Survey Link

8th grade Family Survey Link

Thank you for sharing your voice with us!

PfISD is partnering with the Phoenix House Texas to provide a Lunch and Learn Zoom series for families!

Pack a lunch, eat at your desk, and learn different ways to connect with your teenagers and strengthen your family.

Session 4- Parent-Teen Relationships: April 30, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

For more information, please contact:

Dana Wilcott, Family Services Coordinator

dana.wilcott@pfisd.net

You’re invited to a live webinar to learn about important topics regarding your financial benefits as an employee of Pflugerville ISD, and what steps educators need to take to prepare for retirement!

This is a retirement planning workshop provided by our third-party administrator, TCG. This webinar will be offered to all staff.

Register today and click the button below!

Students enrolled in the Medical Terminology class at Hendrickson High School recently learned about the digestive system and created books on the topic. Nothing solidifies learning like teaching so they took the books to Murchison Elementary School and read to their students. It was an engaging and fun activity for everyone!

Medical Terminology is the first level course in the Healthcare Therapeutics program of study, and upon successful completion students can earn articulated college credit. Students in this program can choose a clinical careers pathway or a research/lab pathway and complete a sequence of courses that prepare them for college and careers in healthcare. At the conclusion of the clinical careers pathway students choose to specialize in medical assisting or emergency medical care and earn an industry certification.

That certification can be used to enhance college applications or gain entry-level employment in a healthcare setting. Students in the lab/research careers pathway can take three science lab-based courses including anatomy/physiology, medical microbiology, and pathophysiology. Students can also join the HOSA organization to develop leadership skills, compete at the local, regional, state, and national level, and earn scholarships!

Learn more about the Healthcare Therapeutics program in the CTE Program Guide.

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.

Missed the April 18 Board of Trustees Regular Meeting? Watch below!

April 18 - Board of Trustees Regular 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!

Below you will see messages of appreciation from parents, students, community members, and other staff members through Staff Shout Outs 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.

Jennifer Rees of Jessica Carpenter Elementary-PreK (via: Yvette N.)
Mrs. Rees is not only a great teacher and role model for her students but she is just a wonderful human being. She genuinely cares about her students and their well-being. I never have to worry if my daughter is in good hands at school. We love Mrs. Rees!

Ariel Hazeur of Pflugerville Middle School (via: Lori W.)
Ms. Hazeur is a dedicated teacher! She has sent an email to parents and students every Sunday this school year detailing the upcoming week's assignments and tutoring opportunities and welcomes questions. Ms. Hazeur also supports the entire PMS campus by attending many extra-curricular activities. Thank you Ms. H for all you do at PMS!

Zack Krasuk of PFISD (via Anthony Gonzalez): Because Mr Krasuk is one of the few math teachers I ever had where I could actually understand the subject well. Since this is my college math course I have been in since august, I have felt like my math skills have improved by a lot. Thus giving me much more of a boost of confidence when I step out into the real world and college. He is also always in class, the amount of sleep, the fact that he's sick, or just going through a lot doesn't affect him. He is always here to make sure we get our work done. And for that I feel like he deserves to be recognized for all his efforts.

Jack Johnson of weiss highschool/sociology and history teacher (via Alissa Loera): He’s nice and always understanding and his teaching skills always remain helpful to others, he’s very relatable and does his job very well.

Zach Krasuk of Teacher at Weiss (via Serese Williams): He helped me understand math work much better than most teachers.

Zack Krasuk of Weiss High School Algebra II (via Anonymous): For having much patience with his students and continuing to help us despite his hardships.

Zack Krasuk of Weiss Alegebra 2 (via Boston): Great Teacher

ZACK KRASUK of weiss/Algebra 2 (via Brody pollock): He is the only teacher that teaches math a way that I can understand.

Zack Krasuk of Weiss High School (via anonymous): Last year was a rough year to Mr. K, with the loss of his daughter, he still showed up to school, he has been putting up the work, helping us pass his class, staying really late after school.

Mr.K/ Krasua of weiss high school algerbra ll (via Gavoonni white): ongoing/ and willing to help

Randi Finkey, PHS Parent Liaison Thomas Burnette, CHS Jazz Band Telesa Hester, DMS Step Team Marsha Munoz, Highland Park Elementary, Ballet Folklorico Quintard Taylor, PHS CTE Instructor of Randi Finkey, PHS Parent Liaison Thomas Burnette, CHS Jazz Band Telesa Hester, DMS Step Team Marsha Munoz, Highland Park Elementary, Ballet Folklorico Quintard Taylor, PHS CTE Instructor (via Dana Wilcott): Shout-Out to these amazing people and their teams who gave up a Saturday evening to entertain for our Community Comedy Show. It was a huge success, and it could not have happened without them. Thank you all!

Eric Orozco of HR Sub Coordinator (via Jennifer Bream): I would like to recognize Eric and all his hard work with organizing the sub stuff. He has come in and help make things easier on me at the campus level. He is always so friendly and understanding with all the questions I have. I really love his one stop shop he created that helps me locate all the things sub related in one location.

Angela Matysek and Joe Cervantes of Administration (via anonymous): Mr. Cervantes and Mrs. Matysek have not only been inspiring mentors but they are a great support staff. As a teacher, they have helped guide my path and gave me continuous feedback to make me a better teacher and person. I have witnessed both administrators give 110% of themselves to their duties while continuously search for solutions to make this campus better than the previous day. They are a vital and pivotal asset to PFISD and to Weiss.

Patricia Kennedy of HLES AP (via anonymous): Mrs. Kennedy is a power house. She is super supportive and goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has what they need. She always shows up for students. She is a logistical mega-mind and prioritizes communication. She is always there to lend a helping hand.

Lydia Salaiz of PES (via Anonymous): Mrs. Salaiz cares about her students, fellow staff members, and the community. She inspires students to live a healthy lifestyle by helping them create S.M.A.R.T. goals. The impact she leaves can be seen for many years. Past PES students volunteer to come back and help with field day every year because of Mrs. Salaiz. Mrs. Salaiz is truly creating a PES Family experience.

Rita Aleman of Technology department (via Anonymous): Rita is wonderful at her job! Even though Riojas is not her campus, she is always ready to assist in any technology questions and help that may be needed in this campus. She is a great source to go to when one needs more tech resources in the classroom, specially because she’s bilingual. We need more bilingual tech experts to serve Riojas. Our dual students need Rita. In other words… we need her back! Thank you for all your help!!!

Sped & Behavior Support of Riojas of Riojas (via Frida Jackson): You all are amazing and I want to make sure you all know that I see you! Riojas undercover Superheroes. Brad Riemer, Jennifer B., Zaira S., Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Hatfield we appreciate you all.

Jason Alvarado and staff of Bohls MS (via anonymous): Coach Alvarado has been a big help this past few days, helping cover classes when no sub is available, covering testing rooms, helping out with the 6th grade Block Party and when there is a need. Thank you to him and Coach Kennedy for always being present on campus, just knowing they make themselves available makes a big difference to teachers. THANK YOU

Michael Acosta and Marlon Summers of River Oaks Elementary (via Office staff): They always come and get any plumbing issues we have super quick. They are very nice when they come in and efficient. Thank you from all of us at River Oaks Elementary. We appreciate you ! ;)

Mary Washer of PMS (via anonymous): Ms. Washer is a superstar teacher. To visit her class is to see teaching as a true artform. Thank you, Ms. Washer, for all you do. Excellence does not happen by accident!

Aracelli Carrillo, Pedro Jimenez, Sabia Williams, Emily Murende, Denae Dawkins, Reesa Jones, Helen AdenikenTeyan Allen and Dr. Malone of PFISD (via Robin Keating): This team of professionals developed a data-driven instructional review covering the four most frequently TEKS which their students needed. The plan, lessons, and materials were well-developed. Teachers worked as a team to implement instruction with fidelity. Both building and district people supported (an participated!) in teaching the math in this 10 day program. Based on data that has been collected, gains were made in student performance and understanding.

Amy Almaraz of MES Art (via Claire Harvey): Amy has done an amazing job this school year with our art murals. This week she put up "What a wonderful world" mural that features everyone in the school. It is so beautiful and brings a smile to my face every time I am in the hall! Thank you for making the end of the year bright Amy!