October 28, 2011                                                            ebulletinboard Archive

To help keep you informed about events, workshops and other matters of interest, ebulletinboard will be e-mailed on pay dates (August 15, 2011 - May 30, 2012) to all employees.  Principals and other location supervisors should post one copy for employees who do not have e-mail.  Editions are archived for reference.

EVENTS/WORKSHOPS

NONE

AWARDS/APPLICATIONS/CONTESTS/GRANTS

ALL TEACHERS

Center for Research in Emotional and Social Health (CRESH) Grants - CRESH grants of $1,000 are being awarded for school-based projects that implement an evidence-based social-emotional health intervention for children and/or their families. Program areas that will be considered for funding include bullying prevention, social skills, serious games, emotional literacy, social and emotional learning, response to intervention, and positive behavior support. The online application will be available beginning October 30, 2011. Click HERE for more information.  Deadline: – December 11, 2011; Winner notification – January 2012. Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

Sodexo Foundation Stephen J. Brady STOP Hunger Scholarships - Twenty to 25 scholarships ranging from $1,000-$5,000 will be awarded to K-12th grade students who have demonstrated ongoing involvement in hunger-related volunteer services. A third party recommendation is required in addition to student application. For application, criteria and additional information, click HERE.  Deadline: – December 5, 2011; Third party recommendation letters due by December 9, 2011.  Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS

Disney Planet Challenge - This contest is open to 3rd – 8th grade students who have developed a STEM-focused project in which students identify a local environmental problem, then plan and implement a solution based on their ideas. Projects should be student-driven while teachers document progress and ensure that curriculum standards are met. Projects can be large, year-long activities that incorporate multiple curriculum standards or small-scale projects to supplement existing curriculum. Click HERE for official rules, criteria, and examples of previous winning projects.  Deadline: Registration – December 23, 2011; Projects Due – February 15, 2012; Winner notification – March 2012.  Audience: Elementary and Middle School Teachers.  Contact: Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

PARTNERSHIPS

NONE

NOTICES/REQUESTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

American Education Week – Greenville County Schools will celebrate American Education Week from November 13-19 with the theme, “Great Public Schools: Right Here in Greenville County!” Included in this year’s celebration will be a drawing for some great door prizes during American Education Week. Be sure to enter the Enlighten E-News quiz for your chance to win! The deadline to enter has been extended until Friday, November 11. ONE ENTRY PER EMPLOYEE PLEASE! Audience: All Employees. Contact: Susan Clarke, Communications, 355-8874.

12 MONTH EMPLOYEES

REMINDER: 5 Days Required Leave for 12-Month Employees – 12-month employees are reminded that schools and offices will close November 23, December 19-20 and April 2-3.  These are required leave days for 12-month employees and are noted on the Employee Calendar for 2011-12 (Revised 7-7-11).  The following options may be used: use a vacation day, personal leave day, or accrued compensatory time (if applicable).  Click HERE for the Employee Calendar which lists the designated days - marked with a star «.  Audience: 12-Month Employees.  Contact: Your Supervisor.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

2011-12 Golden Apple Rewards Discount Program – The vendor reports that the printing of the 2011-12 Golden Apple Rewards Discount Books has been delayed. We expect to have the 2011-12 offers posted on the Golden Apple Rewards website by November 15 and to distribute the discount books by November 30.  Please note the current book and current discounts apply until the new information is distributed to employees.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact: Susan Clarke, Communications, 355-8874.

K180 Executive Fitness – K180 Executive Fitness, located at 110 S. Pleasantburg Drive across from the Fresh Market, is offering employees a $20 Membership and $20 enrollment fee (savings of over $15 per month off regular membership fee). The offer includes a free consultation and one hour workout with one of their certified personal trainers. Show your Employee Pass to get the special offer. Contact: Chris Burgess, 864-525-1870.

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.

Healthy Living Tips:

· Tailgating can be a lot of fun, but did you know pre-game parties can add more calories than you usually consume or need?  It is better to fill up on a healthy meal before you head to a pre-game party.  You'll have less of an appetite for the calorie-packed appetizers and still enjoy the festivities.  Bring along a fruit or vegetable tray to add more nutritional offerings for yourself and others.

· Managing time helps lower stress and creates a sense of peace.  Each year you have 365 days X 24 hours = 8,760 hours to get everything done.  At work, do the most important thing first, identify at what time of day you work best, and set and respect deadlines.  At home, organize a family to-do list every day, build in family fun time every day, and be able to say NO to help minimize commitments.

CALENDAR (IMPORTANT DATES REMEMBER)

October 3-31— Open Enrollment for Insurance Coverage

Monday, October 31 — Report Cards

Sunday, November 6—Daylight Savings Time Ends (1st Sunday in November)

November 13-19 - American Education Week, “Great Public Schools: Right Here in Greenville County!”

Wednesday, November 23 — Schools and Offices Closed; 12-Month Employee Required Leave

November 24-25 – Schools and Offices Closed

November 23, 24, 25 — Thanksgiving Break

Monday, November 28 — Interim Progress Reports