TAPCo. Times #12
November 19, 2018
Birthdays of the WeekRachel Dillon 11/24
Ruben Gonzalez 11/24 Distribution of Teacher's Choice Funds and Purchasing DeadlineAs previously noted, eligible staff members have the opportunity to purchase instructional materials and supplies for use in their classrooms through the Teacher's Choice program. This year’s Teacher’s Choice-eligible school staff members will receive non-taxable funds in their paychecks on November 30. This year, for the first time, the program includes universal literacy reading coaches and single shepherd program employees, who will also be eligible to receive Teacher’s Choice funds. Staff members who receive the funds are required to spend them on qualifying education materials, by this year’s purchasing deadline of January 13; staff must submit original receipts for program purchases to you or your designee by January 18.
Grant OpportunitiesGrant opportunities are posted on the Grants website (you can visit the page on any computer using this link). This week’s highlights include:
§ The Lois Lensky Covey Foundation |
Pics Of The WeekProfessional Development and Student OpportunitiesProfessional learning opportunities are posted on the I Teach NYC website and linked below. This week’s highlights include:
Middle and High Schools
All Schools
Student opportunities are posted on the Student Opportunities page on the DOE website. This week’s highlights include: Middle and High Schools § Ongoing: Holocaust Education: Have a Grandchild of a Holocaust Survivor Visit your Classroom § Apply by November 30: Apply for the Race Against Waste Program High Schools § Apply by November 30: Get Nominated for the Student Voice Committee |