Remote Learning Resources for Teachers
District Wide Professional Development
To request professional development, please use this link to the Unit 40 Professional Development Request Form. Before completing this, please verify that both your building principal and Mrs. Beck approve. If a sub is needed, notify your building secretary. If travel is required, please contact Kristin Harvey about reserving a vehicle at harveyk@unit40.org or at ext. 1491. We will no longer being using AMB Workshops.
Note: Before credit on the salary schedule will be granted, this form must be completed along with a Study Plan and have prior approval of the Superintendent before enrolling in a course. Certified Course Approval Form
Professional Development Schedules
Professional Development from 2020-2021
On-Going Professional Development for 2020-2021
Check back often as we continually update the professional development offerings for staff to provide on-going support. Click here to learn more.
Nearly 40% of staff who responded to the survey indicated that they prefer support that can be done on their own time and at their own pace. Check out some of the ON DEMAND resources we have created and curated for you! (You may have to wait a few extra seconds for the page to fully redirect.)
Friday, October 9, 2020 will be a Teacher Institute. Click here for additional information.
Technology Updates
Download a Your New Device Setup Guide
Professional Development from 2019-2020
Remote Learning Professional Development: Click here for a link to the sign in/out form for PD hours.
Friday, March 6, 2020 will be a School Improvement Day. Click here for a link to the schedule and to sign in /out for PD hours.
Friday, February 14, 2020 SIP Schedule and Handouts
Friday, January 17, 2020 TI Schedule and Handouts
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 SIP Schedule and Handouts.
Friday, November 1, 2019 SIP Schedule and Handouts.
Friday, October 11, 2019 SIP Schedule and Handouts.
Friday, September 27, 2019 SIP Schedule and Handouts
Monday, August 26, 2019 TI Schedule and Handouts
Schedules
from the current school year and previous school years are in the Moodle
Professional Development course. Additional information regarding Professional
Development Hours (formerly known as CPDUs) and licensure (certification) are
located in the Moodle course as well.
Smoothwall Certificate
Please download and unzip the following file. Once unzipped, double click and choose install.
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Pay Schedule
19-20 Pay Schedule All Employees
ShoreTel Phone
Quick Reference Guide
Voice Mail Directions
Skyward Teacher Requisition Information
Template for Items
Instructions for entry into Skyward (updated 11 13 15)
Skyward Employee Access Portal Information
How to View and Print Paycheck Information
How to Enter Time Off in Skyward
How to Enter True Time in Skyward
How to Access a Skyward Web Post (8 18 16)
Illinois Vision 20/20 Initiative
Education is an investment in our children’s future, our state’s future, and our nation’s future. It is our responsibility as educators to reflect upon the current state of education in Illinois and take action to create an education system that meets the needs of all students. Illinoisvision2020.org
Effingham Community Unit School District Performance Evaluation Plan
The Effingham Community Unit School District 40 Performance Evaluation Plan was developed through the cooperative efforts of the Teachers, Administrators, and the Board of Education. Click here to see the plan.