It is currently open enrollment for our Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan. This optional benefit allows eligible full-time staff to set aside pre-tax funds for qualifying expenses.

Action is Required by ALL Full Time Staff:

• A DocHub email for signatures was sent on December 2nd, 2025, to complete the FSA form.

• This form MUST be completed by the deadline of December 8th, 2025, even if you choose not to opt into the FSA benefit.

Details regarding the plan were provided in an email from Nancy Meylink on December 2nd, 2025.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Nancy Meylink, nmeylink@transcenterforyouth.org or 414-933-7895.

❓ Did you Know?

On October 31, 2025, Governor Tony Evers signed into law 2025 Wisconsin Act 42 (Assembly Bill 2) to create a statewide ban on the use of cellphones in classrooms.

By July 1, 2026, the new law requires public school boards to adopt policies that prohibit students from using wireless communication devices, including cellphones, during instructional time. The term, “wireless communication device” includes, but not limited to: a cellphone, a tablet computer, a laptop computer, and gaming devices.

This is important as we have had students with AI glasses and technology continues to evolve.

Stay tuned for a new policy beginning next school year.

‼️Important Reminders:

❗ The holiday season can sometimes bring hardships and added stress. Please remember that the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to all employees as a confidential and free resource.

The EAP provides initial support for a variety of concerns, including:

• Counseling services

• Financial guidance

• Coaching and wellness support

• Assistance with many other life matters

Please be aware that there are two EAP forms/providers in use due to a change:

• The current form/provider is valid until December 31st.

• The new form/provider will take effect starting January 1st.

❗ Year round staff, please schedule your paid time off requests for the upcoming holiday season soon. Taking time off is crucial for rest and recharging, and using your PTO is highly encouraged.

Upcoming TCY Holidays:

Dec 25

Jan 1

Jan 19

On Friday, November 14th, a group of Shalom students volunteered at Greater New Birth Church preparing food bags for the church's Annual Turkey Giveaway. This year over 650 bags were distributed and over 800 individuals were served!

NOVA's hallways were transformed into a collaborative vibrant tribute for HBCU Week. This contest was more than just decoration; it was an opportunity to educate, celebrate, and honor the profound impact HBCUs have had—and continue to have.

NOVA's HBCU week was also highlighted in The Milwaukee Times! 

El Puente Student Council's tree is up at Cathedral Square! Stop by and enjoy their festive decorations this holiday season.

NOVA staff organized and hosted a festive Thanksgiving celebration, offering a shared meal and quality time for all students and employees to enjoy together.

Escuela Verde successfully collected and distributed donated food meal kits to their community through the EV food drive

Shalom celebrated Shalomsgiving 2025 with staff and students. Check out this fun video Shalom made!

Escuela Verde students visited the Hunger Task Force Farm for a hands-on look at careers in agriculture.

El Puente students gained valuable, hands-on learning experiences during a field trip to the Milwaukee Public Museum.

Escuela Verde hosted the TCY Staff Happy Hour at Oscars Pub and Grill last month, making for a fun and engaging social event.

2/16/2026 - One Day, Every Voice Valued 

The TCY community thrives when every voice is heard and every opinion is valued. This mandatory retreat—our single opportunity to gather as a whole—is an essential day for us to come together for collaborative sessions, crucial discussions, and the delivery of important organizational updates that shape our future direction. Your attendance is vital to the success of this collective planning day.

To ensure that every member of the TCY team is present for these important conversations and updates, we are unable to approve requests for Paid Time Off (PTO) or unpaid personal days for Monday, February 16th. Thank you for planning ahead to be fully present.

Popular culture often views science as difficult to understand, boring and something that only doctors do. Science Strikes Back! is a community science fair dedicated to shift this vibe by cultivating a community excited to show that everyone can be a scientist - and that science is really fun!

This is a free and open to the public event showcasing STEAM! projects. Start to think about student teams and project ideas.

Learn more here. More information to come!

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