January 2, 2013 (Special Edition)                               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

ALL TEACHERS

Register today for Spring 2013 Graduate Recertification Classes (3 hour Graduate credit, The College of Charleston, all graduate classes will be $450) - Click HERE for registration information for the following courses:  Please note that one class begins next Tuesday, January 15.

· Teaching Instructional Strategies Using Technology (EDPD 813V), Tuesdays, January 15-March 5, 5-8 p.m., Sullivan Center

· Strategies for Working with At-Risk Boys (EDPD 807X), Tuesdays, January 29-May 7, 4-7 p.m., Sullivan Center

· Classroom Management (EDPD 817J, Thursdays, Jan. 31-May 9, 4-7 p.m., Sullivan Center

Audience: All Teachers.  Contact: Terry Culbertson, Lifelong Learning, 355-6095.

AWARDS/APPLICATIONS/CONTESTS/GRANTS

NONE

PARTNERSHIPS

NONE

NOTICES/REQUESTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Notice of HIPAA Special Enrollment Rights and Pre-Existing Condition Exclusions - The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) requires notification to all district employees of two very important provisions in the State Employee Insurance Program Plans.  When you read the following information, please keep in mind that this is required HIPPA notification and you do not need to take any action.  Employees should read the entire “Notice of HIPAA Special Enrollment Rights and Pre-Existing Conditions” document by clicking on the following link: http:// www.eip.sc.gov/publications/Notice_of_Special_Enrollment.doc?  The link is also posted on the District's benefits website.  Audience: All Employees.  Questions: [email-masked] or 355-0960.

Electronic W-2’s - Each calendar year, all district employees receive an IRS Form W-2 Wage and Tax Statement.  In previous years, employees received printed W-2 forms.  As an alternative to the paper W-2, Greenville County Schools’ employees may now elect to access their W-2 through the GCS Document Self Service System.  Details about the electronic W-2 process can be found at: http://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/Departments/main.asp?titleid=fin_w2.  If you do not wish to receive your documents electronically, no action is necessary.  Contact: [email-masked] or payroll call center at 355-0920.

Note: Greenville County Schools’ Document Self Service is designed to give employees the opportunity to access their W-2 document securely via the District’s Intranet.  Each W-2 is encrypted and stored on a secure district server used to deliver employee’s documents.  To provide additional security, access is limited to computers/tablets connected to the District’s wide area network.  This allows employees access to their electronic W-2 and maintains information security from outside threat.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Golden Apple Rewards Discount – California Dreaming Restaurant and Others – As a reminder, you must present your Employee Pass to receive discounts through the GCS Golden Apple Rewards Program.  Some vendors may require additional identification.  Please note that California Dreaming Restaurant requires a photo ID since several non-employees have tried to use Employee Passes.  Audience: All Employees.  Contact: Susan Clarke, Communications Department, 355-8874.

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:

End “dead” foods! As 2013 begins, consider ending the amount of foods and beverages consumed that do absolutely nothing to help your body function in a healthy way.  “Dead” foods not only provide no fuel to your body they also can negatively affect how your cells, organs, or muscles function.  Some of the most abundant “dead” foods that do nothing for you are processed foods.  On the other hand, nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, nuts, and grains improve the function of your body components and can even reverse damage that’s already occurred.

The Best Exercise Plan!  First, exercise regularly because you are worth it!  Always see a doctor before beginning a regular exercise program.  Strive for 30 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity 5 or more days each week, with 2 days of weight-bearing exercise.  Exercise with a buddy for safety and accountability.

CALENDAR (IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER)

2012-13 Employee Calendar

2012-13 Student/Parent Calendar

2012-13 Student Calendar (Spanish)

January — School Board Recognition Month

Thursday, January 17 — End 2nd Quarter Grading Period

Friday, January 18 — Professional Development Workday, AM District/PM Schools (Flex), Exchange Day #2 (Student Holiday)

Monday, January 21 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday (Also 12-Month Employee Holiday)

January 22-25 — 5K and 1st Grade Registration for 2013-14

Thursday, January 24 — Report Cards

January 30-February 1 – 4K Pre-Registration for 2013-14