October 16, 2008                                                            ebulletinboard Archive

ebulletinboard is sent every other week to all employees and provides information about events, workshops, and other matters of interest. Principals and other location supervisors should post one copy for employees who do not have e-mail.  Editions are archived for reference.

EVENTS/WORKSHOPS

ALL EMPLOYEES

None

AWARDS/APPLICATIONS/CONTESTS/GRANTS

ALL SCHOOLS

Sue Cleveland Elementary Needs Your Help! - Sue Cleveland Elementary has been chosen as a top ten finalist for a national $25,000 award to be used for materials, supplies, and other essential items.  The competition awards the $25,000 based on online public voting. The school with the most votes at the end of the voting period will win $25,000.  Please visit www.henkelhelps.com through October 19 and vote for Sue Cleveland Elementary. You may vote one time each day using your email address.  Henkel is one of the country’s largest marketers of household brands, including Dial® soaps, Purex® laundry detergents, and Renuzit® air fresheners.

PARTNERSHIPS

NONE

NOTICES/REQUESTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Annual Employee Insurance Enrollment Period (October 1 – 31) - The Annual Insurance Enrollment period for 2008 is October 1 – 31.  Each employee should already be scheduled for their mandatory, individual meeting at their work location.  Ward Services Benefit Counselors will enroll employees in “My Benefits,” answer questions and help employees through the process.  To prepare for your meeting, you should read the Insurance Advantage Newsletter.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact: Claudia Cox, Benefits Department, ext. 1186.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Golden Apple Rewards Directories are Here - 2008-09 Golden Apple Rewards Discount directories are being delivered now to your school or location. Every permanent full-time and part-time employee will receive a copy where they receive their paycheck. Click here for more information.  The directory offers discounts from many businesses and services, such as cell phone providers, furniture stores, fitness centers, mortgage services, and local restaurants. These discounts are exclusively for employees of Greenville County Schools, so don’t miss out on some great savings! Complete the survey on the first page for a chance to win $50! Be sure to put your name and phone number on the survey.  Audience: Employees.  Contact:  Susan Clarke, Communications Department, ext. 8870.

Books-A-Million – Books-A-Million is offering a 20% discount to GCS employees. The discount can be used in one of two ways: either as a community card issued to an individual school, or as an educator card that is issued to individual staff members. Employees may get a discount card by showing your Employee Pass on your next visit.  Audience: Employees.  Contact: Jeremy Woods, Manager, Books-A-Million, 281-1301

MISCELLANEOUS

The Schools Channel (Charter Channel 99, 24 hours a day, and Channel 14, 5:30-8:30 a.m. and 3:30-6:30 p.m. daily) – Click HERE to learn more about the Schools Channel programs and TV schedule.

Employment Opportunities – Click HERE for our web-site link to GCS Employment Opportunities.

CALENDAR (IMPORTANT DATES REMEMBER)

October 1 – 31 — Annual Employee Insurance Enrollment Period

Friday, October 17 — Professional Development/Employee Workday #5 (Schools-Parent/Teacher Conferences, MAP and Improvement Plans)

Monday, October 20 — Professional Development/Employee Workday #6 (AM: District, PM: Schools — Flexible, Exchange Day)

Monday, October 20 — GCS - Pepsi Scholarship Golf Tournament, Pebble Creek Club

Thursday, October 23 — End 1st Quarter (45 Days)

Thursday, October 30 —Report Cards

Tuesday, November 4 — Election Day (Holiday) Includes 12 Month Employees

November 26-28 — Thanksgiving Break (Holidays)

November 27-28 — 12 Month Holidays