Monthly Archives: June 2020

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Notes from Dr. Brown: June 24, 2020

On Tuesday, June 23, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) was to provide school districts across the state with important information regarding in-person instruction for the 2020–21 school year. During the call with districts, TEA provided models for remote instruction; however, it did not provide additional guidance regarding in-person instruction. TEA is examining the public health situation, working closely with the Governor’s Special Advisory Council, and continuing to monitor the rapidly changing landscape before it releases plans for in-person instruction for next year. The Agency has indicated it will provide further guidance at a later date, yet to be determined. 

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2020–21 Benefits Open Enrollment: July 15 – Aug. 11

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It is that time of year again, Employee Benefit Review and Open Enrollment announcement. 

  • Open Enrollment will be July 15 – Aug. 11 this year. All returning staff will have to complete their open enrollment process before Aug. 11. Specific plan information and available assistance will be sent out via email and standard mail closer to the enrollment month. 
  • Benefit Website. All information related to Employee Benefit Open Enrollment can be found on the District’s website: https://www.birdvilleschools.net/Page/65659. Information is limited at this time but does include the new Medical plans and rates. More information is coming in June, so keep an eye out! 
  • Benefit Review video. An enrollment video is being put together for you and will be posted to the website for your use. This should be available sometime in June. 
  • Mobile Link.  https://fbsmobileapps.com/birdville-isd/ has to be opened via a mobile device. Benefits and enrollment information will be able to be accessed on your mobile device using this new app. It is currently loaded with 2019–2020 plan year information and will be updated before open enrollment with the new benefit information as available. 

Should you have questions, do not hesitate to reach out via email to Susan Dippolito.