Use eServices to find exemptions & orders, research exemption orders, and to submit or track an exemption application. But most importantly, remember that you’re representing a group of the community. How can BCSC help teachers which in turn helps our students learn and our families better cope with challenges of what school looks like at the moment.”. She can be reached at 812-379-5625 or jwiersema@therepublic.com. All BCSC school board candidates were asked four additional questions. Dennis Pierce. Click for more information about the return to school for the 2020-2021 school year. I went to school in North Eastern Tennesee at Milligan College. Bryant: “I’m hoping what we can do is get this situation taken care of, as far as teachers and other employees of the school corporation being able to speak to the school board members directly on policy, or on things that are affecting their job, not necessarily a situation of two teachers having a difference of conflicts.”, Corsi: “The relationships between the board and educators in our community. © 2020 The Republic unless otherwise noted. pierced@bcsc.k12.in.us. 2980 N. National Road, Suite A, Columbus, IN 47201, Main Switchboard: (812) 372-7811 What changes do you think need to be made as the school corporation continues to adapt to COVID-19 circumstances? … Too many times have we made judgment on the amount of people that are in the hospital, the amount of people that have tested but yet they’re not coming in contact with our kids.”, Corsi: “I would like to see more input from the educators and families in our community. The UDL framework also has supported BCSC to align initiatives and resources at the district level, moving from engaging in “random acts of improvement” to a unified vision of school change. 9.6K likes. Here’s what I feel. Bryant: “I still feel and think that I have a lot to offer this community.

The learning pathways portal will close for primary and elementary requests at midnight on November 10. And you have to get the total story in order to actually have an understanding of what’s going on.”, Corsi: “Apart from COVID-19 and its impacts, schools are facing challenges that can’t just be put into neat boxes. “I am looking forward to the next three years of serving, and hopefully we get some things accomplished that I would like to see us get accomplished; as far as the school corporation is concerned,” he said.

What aspects of the school corporation do you hope to focus and improve upon if elected? Jana Wiersema is a reporter for The Republic. The candidates were asked what strengths they brought to the table as a potential (or returning) board member. Columbus North vs Center Grove Football Live Stream IHSAA Sectionals BCSC At Home Learning Resources Information on 2020-2021 School Opening information is available when you CLICK HERE . “I am no stranger to stepping up where there is a need,” she said. Universal Design for Learning: BCSC uses Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as its instructional framework. EBL Contact Information . BCSC alleges false or misleading statements and insider trading connected to mineral exploration company. He is a former Bartholomew County Sheriff’s deputy and now serves as resource officer at the Bartholomew County Public Library. 2980 N. National Road, Suite A, Columbus, IN 47201, Main Switchboard: (812) 372-7811 “How we feel the school corporation is addressing some of our problems that we may be having in the community or in schools,” he said. For the District 3 seat, newcomer Todd Grimes won with 14,148 votes (59.64%) while Michael Jamerson had 5,893 (24.84%) and incumbent James Persinger totaled 3,681 (15.52%). We're confident you'll find these courses to be informative and helpful towards maintaining a safe learning environment. He attributed his lead to family, friends, former students and others in the community who have spread the word about his candidacy. October 21, 2020 - News Releases. All educator professional development must be grounded in UDL principles. Join the 5000+ customers who use SafeSchools Training and sign up for our newsletter to receive monthly emails. https://www.brownsburg.k12.in.us/Nutrition-Services, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated).

He also said that him being a “lifelong resident” of Columbus, a teacher with 30 years of experience and an “advocate” for teachers likely played a role in his success. Community involvement: President of Clifty Creek Elementary PTO 2019-current, board member of Learning Tree Preschool at First United Methodist Church, 2016-current. Bryant added that he’s open to input from anybody and that helping the kids “is what it’s all about.” He said that in regards to what he would like to achieve, he hopes to “clear up” BCSC’s policy regarding employee and board member communication and also get more minorities in teaching positions.