October 1, 2009                                                              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

Education Day at Furman University, Saturday, October 17 —Education Day at Furman University will be celebrated Saturday, October 17, 2:00 pm, during the Furman-Samford football game at Paladin Stadium on the Furman campus. During halftime, Furman will honor our Teacher of the Year and three runners-up, and Classroom Champions from Greenville and Pickens counties. As part of the celebration, Furman University is offering coupons for $5 tickets for employees and free admission for students 4-14. Coupons can be printed by clicking HERE (link is found underneath Furman football helmet).  Contact: Dwight Covington, Furman Athletic Ticket Sales Coordinator, 864-607-5148.

AWARDS/APPLICATIONS/CONTESTS/GRANTS

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS

2010 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards– This award recognizes middle and high school students for volunteer service in their community. Click on the NASSP or Prudential link for more information and application. Application deadline is November 2, 2009. Audience: Middle and High School Principals, Teachers and Students.  Contact: NASSP, 800-253-7746 ext. 324.

PARTNERSHIPS

NONE

NOTICES/REQUESTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Insurance Open Enrollment 2009 - The Insurance Open Enrollment period for 2009 is October 1- 31.  All employees should schedule his/her mandatory, individual meeting.  Ward Services Benefit Counselors will answer questions and help employees with the process. Click HERE for a brief summary of open enrollment changes. The Insurance Advantage Newsletter will be distributed this week.  Audience:  All Employees. Contact: Insurance Services, 355-1188, 1189 or 1190.

Health Insurance Surcharge for Tobacco Users - Effective January 1, 2010, a $25 per month surcharge will be added to the health insurance premiums of tobacco users covered by the Employee Insurance Program (EIP).  All subscribers must submit certification concerning their tobacco use to EIP or they will automatically incur the monthly $25 health insurance charge. To submit certification, go to EIP’s Web site, www.eip.sc.gov, click the MyBenefits button on the left of the home page and certify you and your dependents do or do not use tobacco. Be sure to print a copy of the completed certification for your records.  EIP’s Web site has a link to a Web page with information on the tobacco surcharge and certification and a list of Frequently Asked Questions.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact: Ouida Bennon, Benefits Department, ext. 1188.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Smockadot Kids Boutique Children's Holiday Wear Sale – Sale will be held Monday, October 12, from 9:00 am— 8:00 pm at the Hilton, Orchard Park Drive, Greenville. All employees will receive 10% off their purchase with school or employee ID or Employee Pass (may not be combined with other offers). Audience: All Employees.  Visit www.smockadotkids.com or email [email-masked] for more information.

The Plantations at Haywood (135 Haywood Crossing Drive) – GCS employees will receive half-off the application fee, deposit, and reservation fee, and either a 3% discount on rent or the current special; whichever is greater. The Plantations at Haywood also offers a gym membership (one-time $20 sign-up fee) to Coops Health and Fitness.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact:  Tara R. Cruz, The Plantations at Haywood, 288-4556.

MISCELLANEOUS

ALL EMPLOYEES

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 — Insurance Open Enrollment

Thursday, October 15—Professional Dev. Workday/Student Holiday (Schools Parent/Teacher Conferences and MAP Improvement)

Friday, October 16 — Professional Dev. Workday/Student Holiday (AM District/PM Schools—Exchange Day #1)

Friday, October 16 —School District/Pepsi Scholarship Golf Tournament

Saturday, October 17 (2 p.m.) — Furman University Education Day

Friday, October 23 — End of 1st Quarter Grading Period

Thursday, October 29 — Report Cards

2009-10 Employee Calendar                            2009-10 Parent/Student Calendar