PfISD Employee Express

Hispanic Heritage Month - Sept. 15 - Oct. 15

Suicide Prevention Month

Sept. 11: Patriot Day

Sept. 13: Grandparents Day

Sept. 13-19: Nat’l Arts in Education Week

Sept. 15: Nat’l IT Professional Day

Sept. 17: Regular Board Meeting

Sept. 26: Nat’l PTO/PTA Appreciation Day

Sept. 29: Pfuture Ready Event

Effective January 1, 2027

Your continuity of care is our top priority as Pflugerville ISD transitions exclusively to Healthcare

Highways on January 1, 2027. Use the resources and guidelines below to verify your providers,

submit nominations, and ensure a seamless switch.

In-Network Provider Search

Confirm whether your current doctors and facilities are in-network before January 1:

• Texas Residents: Search the HCH Sync - TX network at providersearch.healthcarehighways.com.
• Out-of-State Dependents & Travel: Access the national First Health network for dependents outside Texas or while traveling at myfirsthealth.com.

Essential Care Considerations

• Emergency Care: ER visits are always covered as in-network, regardless of facility or location.
• Virtual Access: Use Frontier Direct Care at no cost while traveling or out of state.
• Transition of Care: Dedicated support is available if you are currently in active treatment (such as ongoing oncology or OB/GYN care). Please complete the HCH Transition of Care Request Form as soon as possible to ensure seamless coverage.

What to Do If Your Provider Is Not In-Network

1. Nominate to Healthcare Highways: Request to add your primary or specialty care provider at healthcarehighways.com/nominate-provider or scan the QR code.

2. Nominate to Frontier Clinic: Scan the QR code to nominate to see if Frontier can contract

with your specialist prior to January 1, 2027.

Questions & Support

HCH has established a dedicated email inbox for PfISD employees. Employees can use this inbox

to check provider status, assist with nominations, or answer continuity-of-care questions.

Email: PfISD_Service@healthcarehighways.com

Here's what's new:

A new sidebar with everything educators and families need

Every classroom now has a sidebar on the right with two things built in: Classroom Resources and Upcoming Events. For classroom editors, that's a steady spot to keep the syllabus, key assignments, and other class info up to date. For families, it's a quick place to find everything from the classroom rules to upcoming field trip dates without looking through old announcements.

Announcements, with fewer steps

Classroom editors get a new Announce to Class button right at the top of the page. Click it, and the announcement composer opens with your classroom already in the recipient field, so getting information out to students and families takes less time than before.

Classroom settings, right next door

Classroom Settings now sits right next to the Announce to Class button, so editors can make important changes without leaving the classroom.

You'll also notice a cleaner look across every classroom page, including a refreshed banner, avatar, and badges, plus an updated classrooms list. Your permissions and the way you deliver announcements stay the same.

The name below the icon will be changed to Get Help to better represent the single platform for all

workorder systems. See below for more information.

NEW -- Platform Change for Submitting Workorders

All service requests related to Maintenance/Facilities, Security & Special Systems, Technology, and Rentals will now be handled through the single platform - Incident IQ.

Incident IQ is replacing FS Direct and Operations Hero effective September 1, 2026.

Incident IQ has been used for Technology tickets for the past few years, so the interface should be

familiar to most staff.

For Facilities or Maintenance workorders, select the Facilities Tile

For Rentals, select the Event Reservations Tile

If there are any questions on the Facilities or Event Reservation workorder process, please contact

• Anita Bazan – anita.bazan@pfisd.net for Facilities and Maintenance Requests
• Mario Bracamontez - Mario.Bracamontez@pfisd.net for Maintenance Requests
• Sheila Saul – Sheila.saul@pfisd.net for Rental Requests

Additional Details for Security and Special Systems Workorders

Security and Special Systems requests, for example badge access, fire panels, intercoms, etc. will

now be entered via the Incident IQ platform.

End users will access Incident IQ as usual.

1. From the “What is this ticket about?” screen, click on “All Other Requests Located Here”
2. Next, from the “Select an issue category” screen, click on “Security and Special Systems”
3. From here you will select the specific issue you are entering a workorder for.

If there any questions on this work order process, please contact the Technology Help Desk

at 594-HELP (ext. 44357)

PfISD has announced public hearing dates for each of its five District Optimization Task Forces. These hearings give parents, staff and community members an opportunity to share feedback directly before recommendations move forward.

PUBLIC HEARING DATES

Real Estate Task Force

September 9 | 5:30 p.m. | Rock Gym

Rezoning Task Force

September 29 | 5:30 p.m. | Admin Building, Board Room

School Closure Task Force

September 30 | 5:30 p.m. | Admin Building, Board Room

High School Schedule Task Force

October 27 | 5:30 p.m. | Admin Building, Board Room

Innovative Programming Task Force

November 10 | 5:30 p.m. | LTC, Bat Cave

Each hearing is open to the public and will focus on the specific issues assigned to that Task Force.

We encourage our PfISD community to attend, learn more and share your thoughts. Meeting notes and recordings will also be made available on the district website.

Your feedback is an important part of helping shape the future of PfISD.

For more information: https://www.pfisd.net/about-us/district-optimization

Pursuant to Texas Education Code §§ 11.005, 28.0022, and 39.008, all District employees, contractors, vendors, and service providers are required to comply with applicable state law and District policy concerning prohibited diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) duties.

Except as permitted or required by state or federal law, District employees and contractors may not engage in, assign, or require another person to perform prohibited DEI duties on behalf of the District. These duties include, among other things:

• influencing hiring, promotion, or other employment practices based on race, sex, color, or ethnicity, except as necessary to comply with applicable law; promoting differential treatment or providing special benefits based on race,color, or ethnicity; developing or implementing certain programs, training, policies, or instructional activities that reference race, color, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation, as addressed in Texas Education Code §§ 11.005 and 28.0022; or requiring or soliciting a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement or giving preferential treatment based on such a statement.

These requirements apply to District employees and to contractors, vendors, and

service providers performing work for the District. Contractors and service providers are

responsible for ensuring that personnel performing services for the District comply with

these requirements.

Nothing in these requirements prohibits activities expressly permitted by law or District

policy, including activities required to comply with state or federal law or activities

otherwise authorized by Texas Education Code §§ 11.005 and 28.0022.

District policies addressing these requirements are available in the District’s online

policy manual: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=1147.

Employees and contractors are expected to conduct their work in accordance with these

requirements. The District will address violations in accordance with applicable law and

District policy.

By continuing to perform services for the District, contractors and service providers

acknowledge receipt of this notice and their obligation to comply with applicable law and

District policy.

Thank you for your attention to these requirements.

Join us for an informative session covering everything you need to know about maternity leave, benefits and more.

Plus, attendees will have the opportunity to win exciting door prizes and giveaways!

Please RSVP to attend.

Pflugerville ISD is fully committed to the health and safety of all faculty, staff, students and visitors. The district believes that occupant safety and a healthy environment are important factors in the functioning of the total educational program, making the district schools a better place to learn and work, creating positive relationships with the district customers and stakeholders, and preparing students to be responsible citizens and to work safely in the community.

The PublicSchoolWORKS (PSW) system will track employee training and automatically notify those who haven’t completed the courses. Supervisors will be sent a report that will show those employees who have not completed the training.

NOTE: Additional courses related to your specific job function may be added to your PSW account this year. You will receive email notifications as training is added to your account.

👉 COMPLIANCE COURSE DUE DATE: Friday, September 11, 2026

TUTORIAL VIDEO: Introduction to Staff Compliance Training with PublicSchoolWORKS

Three ways to access PublicSchoolWORKS:

1. From the original PSW email link

2. From PfISD ClassLink (launchpad)

3. From the PfISD Professional Learning: Compliance Training webpage

Option 1: Log in from the PSW Email Link:

1. Login to your PfISD email account.

2. Open the email from “Human Resources Professional Learning” with the subject of “Training – New Enrollment.”

3. Click on the link “Click here to start your training”. You will be brought to PublicSchoolWORKS.

4. Click “Sign in with Google” and enter your district email address to sign in. If you experience issues signing in with your email, please contact: pd@pfisd.net

Option 2: Log in to PSW directly:
https://www.publicschoolworks.com/Pages/frameset.asp?di=10420&dia=7dpvb&mi=5

1. Click “Sign in with Google” and enter your district email address to sign in. If you experience issues signing in with your email, please contact: pd@pfisd.net

2. Once logged in, you will be on the “My Safety Portal” page. Click on the “Staff/Volunteer Training” button on the top-left.

3. On the next screen, verify your name and email address and select “Click HERE when correct” to continue.

4. You will be brought to a screen titled: “Your Course List.” This screen shows you all the courses in which you have been enrolled. If there are no courses shown, then you are not currently required to complete any training. For further information about this screen, click on the “Help” button.

5. For each course shown, click on “Start.”

6. After you successfully complete each course (and test where applicable) the course will be removed from your course list. If you fail a test, you can retake the test until you obtain a passing grade. Your failures will not be shown on your transcript.

7. Note: There will be a time delay from when you finish your assigned courses and when your “Personal Completion Status” bars reflect 100% completion. Check back the following day for progress updates.

If you have any other questions, please contact:

Bridgit Shorter, Professional Learning Coordinator, Human Resources, Pflugerville ISD
Bridgit.Shorter@pfisd.net or pd@pfisd.net or 512-594-0045

At Pflugerville ISD, we’re committed to our 3E’s Promise — ensuring every student graduates ready for Employment, Enrollment, or Enlistment.

Join us for Pfuture Ready! This event is designed to help families explore high school programs and opportunities that prepare students for life after graduation.

Learn about academic pathways, career and technical education, JROTC, fine arts, athletics, and more!

September 29, 2026

• Resource Fair: 5-6 pm
• Conference: 6-8 pm
• PfISD Learning & Technology Center: 1601 W Pecan St, Pflugerville, TX 78660

Know an elementary student who shows kindness to others, demonstrates positive behavior in and out of the classroom, and leads by example? Nominate them for Ace’s Shining Star Award!

Each month, Ace, PfISD Police Department’s K-9 officer, will select two elementary students to receive the award. Winners will receive a certificate presented by Ace himself, along with a feature on PfISD social media and in The Pflyer.

Ready to nominate a Shining Star? Submit your nomination here!

Help us celebrate the students who make our schools brighter! ⭐🐾

Welcome back to our Pfamily Kudos section! In the coming weeks, you will see messages of appreciation from staff members.

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.

Lanie Matula – Bohls Middle School (Anonymous)
“Lanie’s communication skills with families are absolutely remarkable. She has a natural ability to bring out the best in her students and builds strong, positive relationships that make a lasting impact on them in so many ways. Thank you, Lanie, for your dedication, heart, and daily fun facts!!”

Pfirst Steps Academy – (via The Stewart Family)
“We were so nervous for our littles to start at a new place, but Ms. Janay, Ms. Jessica, Ms. Gysel, and Ms. Crystal have done such an amazing job at building that rapport with them. Our littles now walk into the classroom without any tears or hesitation. It feels great to know that Pfirst Steps Academy has become a fun, learning environment for our littles where they are cared upon.”

Samantha Moreno – Weiss High School (Anonymous)
“Ms. Moreno is a rockstar! We have such a busy campus, and she consistently handles every task with efficiency, professionalism, and grace. No matter how busy things get, she always stays calm, organized, and willing to help. Her positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever she is needed make such a difference. We are incredibly lucky to have her on our team!”

Chris Hass, Anthony Iwabuchi, Chris Chromcak, Cruz Alvarado and Jayden Dela Rosa – Distribution (via Lauren Tarbet, Distribution)
“I would like to give a big kudos to the distribution team for all of their hard work throughout the summer and beginning of the school year. The team has been met with a lot of unexpected delays with district textbooks, injured team mates, and higher than usual courier volume. They have endured 100+ degree weather and still manage to get the job done without complaint even when it looks like the rush will never come to an end. They make it happen for the district and keep copy orders, warehouse supplies, custodial supplies, textbooks, and packages move smoothly on a daily basis throughout the district. We are lucky to have you all at PFISD!”

Verinicia (Nicey) Watson – Transportation (via The Athletics Office)
“Nicey worked magic to get a bus for PMS Cross Country to make it to a competetion in a short time span. She went above and beyond to make sure athletes did not miss out on a chance to compete.”

Tony Nardecchia – Support Services (via Gloria Mancias, Communications)
“Tony, I just want to say a big thank you for all your help with delivering the rug to the campus. You truly went above and beyond to help make it happen, and I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into it.

Thank you, Tony, for all that you do and for always being willing to help. Your support is greatly appreciated!”

Nora Mosely – HR (via Gloria Mancias, Communications)
“We are truly blessed to have Nora at our district! She is always there with a helping hand when you need it and goes above and beyond for everyone, especially for me. ❤️

Nora, I just want to say thank you for all that you do. Your kindness, support, and willingness to always help mean more than you know. We are so lucky to have you! 💐❤️”

Jennifer Ebert – Weiss High School (via Mr. K, Weiss/Math)
“Jenn has been doing an amazing job covering my classes while I heal from a knee reconstruction surgery. Easy to work with, highly recommend her.”

Teyan Allen – Curriculum and Instruction (via Provan OC)
“Teyan has shown up for our campus helping us navigate computer and technical issues beyond our own scope and capabilities. She takes time to understand our problems, and works to get our students and staff the program access we all need to be successful. She keeps us up to date and celebrates with us every step of the way. Thanks Teyan for your hard work and dedication. We are very grateful for you!”

Shelby Rupley, RN, Coach Ochoa, Jeff Martinez, Michael Hartsfield and Emily Delgado – Westview Middle School (via Denise Petherbridge & Shelby Edmondson, Health & Safety)
“A heartfelt thank you for their extraordinary responsiveness during a recent medical emergency on campus. When a student needed immediate medical attention, they all stepped in without hesitation, responding with speed, calm professionalism, and expert care until emergency medical services arrived. The quick thinking and composure displayed by our team made all the difference.

This incident is a powerful reminder of why our district is actively working toward becoming a District of Lifesavers. Our goal is to ensure every school is equipped with CPR-trained staff, clear emergency response protocols, and accessible lifesaving equipment like AEDs. Emergencies can happen in a split second, and having a team prepared to act saves lives.

Thank you to them and to all of our staff members—for everything you do every single day to keep our students safe, supported, and cared for.”

Thanks for reading all the way through this week's staff newsletter! As a little reward, here's your weekly dose of cuteness.

Meet This Week's Pfurry Friends!

🐶 Dog Pfeature of the week!

Name:Ghost

Owner: Emily Swain (Murchison Elementary)

Fun Fact:Ghost is a former street dog who was rescued by Jack Jack's Pack. He is named after Jon Snow's direwolf in Game of Thrones.

🐱Cat Pfeature of the Week!

Name:Duchess and Mina

Owner: David Barrett (Westview MS)

Fun Fact: Both are shelter cats. Duchess loves to lay down in the common walkways or right behind you when you can see her. Mina is very shy and quite at first but when she opens up she loves to yapp and beg for pets:)

🐾 Want to see your pet featured? Fill out the form below—we’d love to spotlight your furry, feathered, or scaly family member!

👀 Check back next week to see which furry friend we feature next!