November 15, 2012                              ebulletinboard Archive

To help keep you informed about events, workshops and other matters of interest, ebulletinboard is e-mailed on pay dates (August 15, 2012 - May 30, 2013) 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

Digital Wish - K-12 classroom teachers can create an online technology wish list for the purpose of connecting with private and corporate donors.  Teachers must create an online profile in which they describe their technology needs and the projects for which the technology will be used.  Site also includes lesson plans and fundraising ideas and tools for classroom teachers.  Visit the website to create your classroom profile.  Deadline: – None.  Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

Champions for Healthy Kids—The General Mills Foundation is awarding $10,000 grants to schools and community-based groups who propose a program that seeks to improve nutrition and physical fitness behaviors of youth.  One day/one-time events will not be funded.  Visit the website to access the application and view complete guidelines. Deadline: – December 3, 2012  Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

Fuel Up to Play 60 - K-12 schools are encouraged to enroll in Fuel Up to Play 60 and become eligible for up to $4,000 in grant funds to jumpstart and sustain healthy nutrition and physical activity improvements.  Schools considering applying must be enrolled in Fuel Up to Play 60 and must participate in a school wellness investigation.  For more information or to access the online program registration, visit the website.  Deadline: – January 15, 2013.  Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS

Toshiba America Foundation - Grants for up to $5,000 are awarded on a rolling basis to 6th – 12th grade teachers with innovative classroom projects in science and math.  After school, summer, and independent study projects are not eligible.  Visit the foundation’s website to access the application and view samples of winning projects.  Deadline: – Rolling deadlines.  Audience: Middle and High School Teachers.  Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

PARTNERSHIPS

NONE

NOTICES/REQUESTS

NONE

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

K180 Executive Fitness – Memberships at K180 Executive Fitness, located at 110 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, are available for $20 per month with one-year commitment.  Membership includes personal training services and nutritional counseling.  Members also have access to group fitness, Zumba, yoga, tanning, free child care, and private changing/shower rooms with towel service. K180 Fitness offers 6 exclusive GCS-only personal trainer sessions at 3:30 and 4:30 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.  Nutritional counseling is done in group sessions.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact: Kenny Burgette, Personal Training Manager.

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:

Does it matter how many calories we eat as long as we maintain an active lifestyle?  While physical activity is a vital part of weight control, so is controlling the number of calories we consume.  The bottom line, if we consume more calories than we use through normal daily activities and physical activity, weight gain will still occur. Enjoy holiday foods, but keep control of calories by watching portion size.

Do you see a healthcare provider regularly? Coordination with a healthcare provider should be a major part of your wellness program.  There are many aspects of “wellness” that need to be addressed in the healthcare setting, so working closely and establish a solid relationship with a healthcare provider is essential.

CALENDAR (IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER)

2012-13 Employee Calendar

2012-13 Student/Parent Calendar

2012-13 Student Calendar (Spanish)

November 12-16 — American Education Week, Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Our Responsibility

November 21, 22, 23 — Thanksgiving Break (Nov. 21 is required leave for 12-month employees.)

Monday, December 3 — Interim Progress Reports

December 20—January 1 — Winter Break (Dec. 20 & 21 - required leave for 12-month employees.)