March 30, 2017 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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page
NOTICES/REQUESTS
All Employees
2017-18 Calendar – The 2017-18 School Calendar has been released. The first day of school for students is Tuesday, August 22, 2017. The last day of school is Wednesday, June 6, 2018. The Superintendent determines the school calendar after receiving recommendations from the Calendar Committee. Those recommendations are based on State requirements, input from parent groups and school faculties, and other information such as testing windows set by the State Department of Education. Click the following links for the approved Student, (Spanish) and Employee versions of the 2017-18 Calendar.
Contact: Teri Brinkman, Communications.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Renamed Espyr – EAP Consultants has renamed the Employee Assistant Program Espyr and their new web address is https://www.espyr.com. Espyr provides free, confidential counseling for all employees and family members, with up to six sessions of counseling per issue. The Call Center is available 24/7 at 800-869-0276. You will continue to log into their secure website using the same company-specific password, GCS. Espyr has expanded their products and services which include unlimited work life services such as referrals for legal, financial, childcare, eldercare, academic, pet care, and more. Visit their website (password GCS) for more information and to download the mobile app.
Contact: Marque Kilpatrick, Employee Relations Representative, 355-3977
Peace Center Educator Night - The Peace Center is hosting an Educator Night on Wednesday, April 12. Join your colleagues for a performance of the hilarious new Broadway musical comedy Something Rotten!, in which two brothers set out to write a hit show that’s better than Shakespeare’s and end up creating the world’s first musical. Educators can save 15% on tickets through this special offer. Click here to secure your tickets or call the box office at 864-467-3000 and mention promo code PCEDUCATOR. In addition, a Peace Talk will be held prior to the performance at 6:30PM, and teachers can earn PD points for attending both the Talk and performance.
Contact: Michael J. Ciaccia, Audience Development Associate, Peace Center for the Performing Arts
Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) Program – Do you know someone who is interested in a career teaching math or science to middle or secondary students, has a bachelor’s degree or higher, with an emphasis in math or science, but not a teaching certificate? Please encourage them to apply for the Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) program. This district-based, job-embedded alternative certification program is the first of its kind in South Carolina and provides authentic teaching experiences with supportive mentoring and coaching. Click here for more information.
Contact: Dr. Debra Lee, GATE Director
2017 Employee of the Year Awards (Deadline Today) - Nominations are now being received for the 2017 Employee of the Year Awards sponsored by Greenville Federal Credit Union. Winners receive a crystal award and $500 while their school/location receives $500. Click here for entry form, guidelines and additional information. Note – Nomination forms must be signed by the employee’s supervisor. The seven nomination categories are: School Administrator, Assistant School Administrator, School Support Employee, Operations Employee, District Professional Employee, District Support Employee, and Emerging Teacher (two levels).
Contact: Sandra Welch, 355-3888
PEBA Announces the Introduction of Rally® - Be on the lookout for Rally® on April 1. Rally® is a digital health platform that makes it easier for you to improve and maintain your overall health. Based on your responses to a quick Health Survey, you’ll get personalized recommendations to help you move more, eat better and feel great. More information is coming your way soon on how you can get started with Rally. Rally is available to you at no additional cost as part of your State Health Plan benefits.
Contact: Benefits, 355-0960
Middle & High School Teachers
Middle School Summer School 2017–Teachers certified in any of the four core content areas (math, science, social studies and English) are encouraged to apply for available middle school summer school teaching positions. Use this link to apply Middle School Summer School Teacher Candidate Pool 2017. Please send resumes to Cindy Wade. Technology proficiency is a must. Summer school dates are June 19–July 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (closed the week of July 4th). Summer school labs are located at Hillcrest Middle and Sevier Middle.
Contact: Cindy Wade, 270-2946
High School Teachers
Satellite Diploma Program Summer Session 2017–Teachers certified in any of the four core content areas (math, science, social studies and English) are encouraged to apply for available positions in the Satellite Diploma Program summer session. Use this link to apply Satellite Diploma Program Summer Session - Teacher Candidate Pool 2017. Please send resumes to Cindy Wade. Technology proficiency is a must. Summer school dates are June 19–July 20th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Summer school sites are located at the four Career Centers.
Contact: Cindy Wade, 270-2946
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS
Golden Apple Rewards Program – New discounts from Mosby Poinsett Apartment Homes, Precision Tune Auto Care, and Senior Helpers have been added to the Golden Apple Rewards Program. Visit www.goldenapplerewards.com for a complete listing of all discounts available to GCS employees.
Contact: Eplee + Associates, 271-9774
MISCELLANEOUS
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.
HEALTH AND WELLNESSS
Get enough sleep. Sleep has the ability to optimize mental and physical energy, and optimal levels of sleep (about eight hours a night) are linked with reduced risk of chronic disease and improved longevity as well as improved memory, sharper attention, and lower stress.
Engage in resistance exercise. Resistance exercise helps maintain muscle mass and strengthens the body. This has particular relevance as we age, as it reduces the risk of disability and falls. Types of resistance exercises include 1) using your body weight to force your muscles to contract such as pull-ups, push-ups, and squats; 2) using free weights such as dumbbells, barbells and kettlebells; and 3) using weight machines as a safer alternative for those who are new to resistance training.
CALENDAR
Monday, April 10 Application Deadline—GCS Cohort, Summer 2017: MEd and EdS Cohort with
Building-Level Certification, Alison Search, (864) 656-2370
April 10-14 Spring Break (April 10-11 are Required Leave Days for 12-Month Employees)
Monday, April 17 Student Holiday. Only 245-day employees are expected to report to work on
this date. All teachers, aides, bus drivers, etc. have the day off.
Monday, May 29 Memorial Day (12-Month Employee Holiday)
June 19—July 20 Middle School Summer School, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Closed week of
July 4. Labs located at Hillcrest Middle and Sevier Middle
Satellite Diploma Program Summer Session, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.,
sites are located at the four Career Centers
2016-17 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
2017-18 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
