April 30, 2018 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
2018 Aspiring Principals Institute - Applications are open for the 2018 Aspiring Principals Institute (API). Current GCS administrators who are preparing to become school principals may apply to participate in this institute. All applications are due by April 30, 2018. See flier attached.
Contact: Karen Kapp, 355-3894
Teacher Appreciation Week - In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria will award 44 teachers across the country with a pizza party. Teachers must be nominated by an adult by filling out the teacher nomination form, explaining how their teacher goes above and beyond. Nominations will be accepted through May 11, 2018. Must be 18 or order to participate. Valid at the Grimaldi’s Pizzeria location on Woodruff Road. In addition, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria will be offering 15% off for all teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 7-11. Teachers must present ID to redeem offer. Valid on dine-in and takeout orders only.
K-5 Educators
Toshiba America Foundation Grants –Grants of up to $1,000 will be awarded to K-5 educators to fund innovative, hands-on classroom STEM projects. Click here for more information. Deadline: October 1, 2018 Audience: Grades K-5
Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.
Donald Samull Classroom Herb Garden Grants – $200 grants are available to educators om Grades 3 through 5 to develop indoor and outdoor herb gardens. Click here to access the online application Deadline: October 1, 2018; notification in December Audience: K-12 schools
Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.
Middle/High School Educators
Toshiba America Foundation Grants –Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to middle and high school educators to fund projects designed to more fully engage students in STEM. Click here for more information. Deadline: June 1, 2018 Audience: Grades K-5
Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.
All K-12 Educators
Music Performance Attendance Grants – K-12 educators are eligible to apply for grants of up to $500 to provide opportunities for students to attend a live performance of classical music and other related programming. Stipends and performance fees for guest instructors/musicians are also considered. Click here for more information or to request the grant application Deadline: June 30, 2018 Audience: K-12 schools
Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page
NOTICES/REQUESTS
National Board Supplement - The new fiscal year 2018 proviso states that all potential candidates must apply with National Board before July 1, 2018, in order to be eligible for the supplement. Teachers receiving National Board Certification who submitted their initial application between July 1, 2017, and July 1, 2018, completed the 4 Component process, and work in a position that qualifies for the salary increase, will receive a supplement of $5,000 annually for the life of the certificate (up to five years).
Contact: Stacy Forrester, 355-3174
2018 Summer Teaching in China Program - The Chinese Culture and Education Center (CCEC) offers opportunities to teach abroad to share English language, history and culture. Click on information below.
English Teaching in China Flyer
English Teaching in China Registration Form
STEAM Teaching in China Flyer
STEAM Teaching in China Registration Form
Contact: Betina Luz, 864-804-0491
Education Leadership Development Programs Starting Summer 2018–19 – The SC Department of Education , Office of Educator Effectiveness and Leadership Development has announced dates for leadership development cohorts beginning spring and summer 2018. See details in the attachment.
Contact: Lilla Toal Mandsager, 803-896-0312, SCDE
Contact: Karen Kapp, 355-3894 for Principal Induction Program (PIP)
MEd and EdS Leading to Principal Licensure - Clemson University is seating the next cohort for the MEd. and EdS programs in school leadership. See flyer for information about the June 13 information session.
Contact: Frederick Buskey, Ed.D.
Retiring or Retired Teachers and Substitutes - Signed by Governor Henry McMaster on April 4, 2018, Act 145 of 2018 established the Retired Educator certificate which allows retired educators to be eligible to maintain certification for the purpose of substituting.
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is in the process of developing guidelines and procedures for the implementation of this statute. Once the guidelines are approved by the State Board of Education, the SCDE Office of Educator Services will be able to issue the Retired Educator certificate to eligible individuals. Information regarding procedures to request the Retired Educator certificate will be available on the SCDE website at a later date.
The Retired Educator certificate allows eligible retirees to maintain certification for the purpose of substituting and is not related to the retirement earnings limitation exemption for retired teachers seeking to return to teaching in a critical needs subject or geographic area.
Human Resources will issue an update on this announcement when more details are released. There is no contact for this announcement because no further information is available at present.
Workshops this Summer - Anderson University's Center for Innovation and Digital Learning will offer two workshops this summer on Integrating Coding Skills and Emerging Technologies in the Classroom. Participants will learn strategies for implementing coding across the curriculum as well as ways to integrate emerging technologies. Seats are limited. Select your workshop here . Important: please use code PayAtEvent (not case sensitive) when registering.
Contact: Joshua Herron
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS
Golden Apple Rewards is Now GCS Rewards! – The GCS Employee Discount Program is taking on a new name, a new look, and a new website! Now called GCS Rewards, you can find all of the same great discounts at our new website, www.gcsrewards.org. Once you open the website on your mobile device, you will have the option to add the app to your home screen for quick access. If you’re interested in getting email updates when new vendors come on board, you will need to enroll on the Subscribe page. Check out the fresh, new look and be aware that we will be adding some exciting new discounts in the coming months! We appreciate your comments and feedback!
Contact: Susan Clarke, 355-8874
Sierra Pacific Mortgage - Sierra Pacific Mortgage Company is offering GCS employees a complimentary loan consultation with a credit report analysis and a $350 credit at closing.
Contact: Amy Eberhart, 864-314-0602.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT TIPS AND REMINDERS
Energy Saving Tip - Utilize the sun! On a sunny day, open your blinds and let the sun light your classroom or office instead of using ceiling fixtures.
Reminder - District Policy in Reference to Laminators - Laminators should NOT be left on while not in use or while unattended. Laminators should be turned off when they are finished being used and at the end of the day. Contact your energy manager for best practices recommendations from laminator manufacturers.
Fun Fact - Doing our part for Arbor Day! In one school year, Greenville County Schools reduces its carbon output by the same amount of carbon sequestered by 2969 acres of forests. That’s about the size of 2250 football fields.
Website - Visit our department website for contacts, policies, news, downloads and other information.
Twitter - https://twitter.com/GCSEnergyMGMT
Contact: Tim Berklich, 355-7777
MISCELLANEOUS
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
Many people spring clean their homes, but what about what they eat? Here are some ideas to try if you’d like to eat a little better than what you are right now. Give each a week and see what happens.
Eat less processed foods. Swap out that afternoon bag of chips with a piece of fresh fruit.
Read nutrition labels. Figure out what a serving size looks like, how many calories it has, and the nutrient numbers for any prepackaged foods you eat.
Eat breakfast every day. The morning rush often means people skip breaking the food fast from the night before. Fast forward a few hours, and people end up eating more than they should of foods that they shouldn’t. Have a breakfast with a balance of proteins, healthful fats, and carbohydrates.
Get plenty of water. Don’t forget to drink enough water throughout the day. Many people confuse dehydration and hunger. Not getting enough water can also lead to tiredness and headaches.
CALENDAR
Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Holiday (Student & 12-Month Employee Holiday)
June 4-6 High School Graduations
Wednesday, June 6 Last Day of School (Half Day)
Thursday, June 7 Schools—Workday
Friday, June 8 Schools—Workday (Exchange Day #4)
June 11-12 Workshop: Recognizing at Risk Students (RARS) in the Classroom
8:30-4:30, MT Anderson (Conference Center A & B)
2017-18 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
2018-19 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
