April 29, 2016 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
NONE
HUMAN RESOURCES
ALL EMPLOYEES
Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) Program – Greenville County Schools is implementing the state’s first district-based alternative certification program to prepare outstanding middle and secondary level math and science teachers and is currently seeking qualified candidates. In partnership with Public Education Partners, GATE will integrate content, best teaching practices and professional knowledge within a supportive, authentic school teaching experience. Candidates who have a commitment to teach, a bachelor’s degree with a major or an emphasis in science or math, a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA, and a passing score on the appropriate PRAXIS content exam will be eligible. Teachers and other staff are encouraged to share information about this program with interested parties. Click HERE for complete information. Audience: All Staff. Contact: Debra Lee, Human Resources, 355-3895.
TEACHERS AND PRINCIPALS
Expanded ADEPT/PADEPP Survey - The South Carolina Department of Education’s Office of Educator Effectiveness (OEE), in conjunction with the Southeast Comprehensive Center, a regional branch of American Institutes of Research (AIR), is providing an opportunity for South Carolina educators to offer feedback related to the SC Board of Education approved changes to the Expanded ADEPT/PADEPP systems. The survey is open to district office personnel, school leaders, and classroom teachers. Survey data will be used to develop a comprehensive report to help inform future educator evaluation decisions. The survey can be accessed using the link: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2701693/SCDE-SLOs-Survey and will be available to the public until Wednesday, May 18. The OEE greatly appreciates your willingness to support this effort. Thank you for your dedication to public education in South Carolina. Audience: Teachers and Principals. Contact: Patty Fox, Human Resources, 355-3173.
ALL TEACHERS
Summer Professional Development Opportunities - Teachers, are you looking for some Professional Development opportunities this summer? Don’t forget to check out the Professional Development website for opportunities for professional growth, including some exclusive to Greenville County Schools employees. You can also find information about the Upstate Technology Conference (July 12-13 at Wade Hampton High School) and Summer Academy (July 18-28 at Mauldin High) by clicking HERE. Audience: All Teachers. Contact: Patty Fox, Human Resources, 355-3173.
Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page
NOTICES/REQUESTS
NONE
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS
ALL EMPLOYEES
GCS Employee Appreciation Days at Carowinds – Carowinds is offering our employees with special pricing on June 4, 5, 11, and 12 ONLY. Tickets are $37 and include admission and parking. To purchase tickets, please visit www.carowinds.com/save. Enter Username: Greenville1, and password: Tickets. Check the Park Calendar for up-to-date hours at www.carowinds.com. Audience: All Employees. Contact: Libby Sellers, 864-877-7780.
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
Try a new recipe for a “clean” meal once a week. Not everyone loves to cook. However, anyone can turn simple recipes into tasty meals that are clean and loaded with protein. The internet is a great resource for healthy, simple recipes.
Choose slower-digesting carbs over fast-digesting ones. Slow-digesting carbs such as brown rice, whole grains, yams, sweet potatoes, and quinoa provide more sustained energy throughout the day and should make up the bulk of your carbs. Fast-digesting carbs like sugar and white bread can spike blood sugar levels and increase the insulin response. Save these for your post-workout meal, when your body can use the extra carbs to replenish fuel stores and prevent them from being stored as fat. And don't forget to keep carb-laden drinks in check!
CALENDAR
2015-16 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
Friday, April 29 — Interim Progress Reports
Monday, May 30 – Memorial Day Holiday (12-Month Employee Holiday)
May 31-June 2 – Half Days for 4K-12
May 31-June 2 – High School Graduations
Thursday, June 2 – Last Student Attendance Day/End of 4th Quarter
Friday, June 3 – Professional Development Schools – Workday
Monday, June 6 – Professional Development Schools – Workday (Exchange Day #4)
Monday, June 6 – Report Cards
Monday, June 6-Friday, August 5 – 12-Month Employees Four-Day Work Weeks (Work Extended Hours, Closed Fridays)
