August 28, 2015                                                 ebulletinboard Archive

ebulletinboard is e-mailed on pay dates in August - May (except during extended holidays) to all employees to inform you 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.

AWARDS/APPLICATIONS/CONTESTS/GRANTS

ALL TEACHERS

Lowes Charitable and Education Foundation – Foundation offers grants of up to $5,000 for projects involving facility enhancements, landscaping, and/or clean-up projects that have a permanent impact on a K-12 school community. Funds can also be used to contribute to larger projects such as the implementation of playgrounds. The online application is available here. Deadline: October 16, 2015. Audience: K-12 Educators. Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

Elmer’s Teacher Tool Kit Grant – Elmer’s is awarding grants between $100 and $500 for classroom projects that must replicate projects listed on the Kids in Need website. To access the online application and the link to eligible projects, click here. Deadline: September 30, 2015. Audience: K-12 Educators. Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grant – Grants of $100 to $500 are available from Dollar General to fund classroom projects designed to improve student literacy. The application is available here. Deadline: September 30, 2015. Audience: Grades K-12 Educators. Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE TEACHERS

Kids Run the Nation Grant – The Road Runners Club of America is offering $500-$1,000 grants for the implementation or expansion of youth running programs in elementary and middle schools. Only structured, ongoing programs will be funded. For additional information on what the grant will fund, previously awarded projects, and how to apply, click here. Deadline: October 1, 2015. Audience: K-8 Educators. Contact: Lisa Finley, Research, Grant Writer, 355-3113.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page

NOTICES/REQUESTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

2015-16 Calendar Update - The 2015-16 calendar was updated on 8/17/2015 to reflect no set dates for SCPASS testing and minor wording changes. Please use these calendars (Student, Spanish and Employee versions) when planning for the year and sharing information. The calendar will be updated at least once more this year when we are informed of State testing dates. Audience: All Employees. Contact: Your Supervisor.

Request for Foster Families – Greenville County is in need of additional foster homes. If you are interested, please contact the Regional Resource Family Support Unit at 864-642-8885. Click HERE for more information. Audience: All Employees. Contact: Cathy Lesley, Greenville Department of Social Services, 467-7993.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

ALL EMPLOYEES

Golden Apple Rewards Discount Program - Access discounts on the go from your smartphone or tablet. Download the mobile app by visiting www.goldenapplerewards.com from your mobile device. If you want to stay informed about new businesses or Limited Time Offers, be sure click "Subscribe for Updates" on the website. This month's Limited Time Offer is a single game ticket offer to specified Clemson University home football games. Newcomers to the Golden Apple Rewards program include ECPI, Enclave Grandview, Franklin America Mortgage Company, and Hardee's. Visit www.goldenapplerewards.com for complete details. Audience: All Employees. Contact: Susan Clarke, Communications, 355-8874.

DSW Crosspointe Plaza (822 Woods Crossing Road, Greenville) – DSW Crosspointe Plaza is offering GCS employees a 20% discount on regular priced items and a 10% discount on clearance items on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Audience: All Employees. Contact: Erik Fitzgerald, 990-0711.

MISCELLANEOUS

ALL EMPLOYEES

The Schools Channel (Charter Digital Channel 190, AT&T U-verse Channel 99, 24 hours a day, GCS homepage) – You can watch the Schools Channel live on the district website.  The link appears on the district homepage.  Click HERE to learn more about the Schools Channel programs and TV schedule.

GCS YouTube Channel –  Click HERE to watch the latest from Greenville County Schools.  Contacts: Meredith Murray or Jeff Hoffman, Video Production Services, 452-0122.

HEALTHY LIVING TIPS

Drink more water. Most of us actually don’t drink enough water every day. Water is essential for our body to function. Water is needed to carry out our body functions, remove waste and carry nutrients and oxygen around our body. Since we lose water every day we need to replenish our water intake.

Get enough sleep. When you don’t rest well, you compensate by eating more. Usually it’s junk food. Get enough rest and you don’t need to snack to stay awake. Also, lack of sleep causes premature aging.

CALENDAR

2015-16 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish

Monday September 7 – Labor Day Holiday (Also 12-Month Employee Holiday)

Thursday, September 17— Interim Progress Reports

Wednesday, September 23 — 4K Half Day