October 15, 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
Grants Website - Are you looking for a way to fund a new, innovative classroom project or to purchase technology for your classroom? We have a new grants website that lists grant opportunities offered by a variety of corporations and foundations. Each listing includes a brief description of the types of projects the funder is interested in supporting. The grants page is continually being updated with new grants. Click here for more information.
Contact: Lisa Finley, Grant Writer, 355-3113.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page
NOTICES/REQUESTS
Administrative Rule GBRIC – Employee Pregnancy and Parental Leave - This administrative rule was recently revised to reaffirm the District’s practices prohibiting any form of discrimination or harassment pertaining to pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical condition. Language was also added to the administrative rule GBRIC detailing the obligation, consistent with state and federal law, for the District to reasonably accommodate employees’ health and medical needs as a result of pregnancy, childbirth, or other related condition.
Contact: Doug Webb 355-8866
Flu Shots Rescheduled - The MT Anderson Influenza Vaccine Clinic that was supposed to take place on October 11 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 17, 2018, 3:00–6:00 p.m. in the Lecture Hall.
Contact: Cathie Storey, 355-3170.
Voting Reminder Video to Teachers - The League of Women Voters has produced a video focused on the upcoming election, with a special emphasis on how it may impact education. The video is non-partisan and includes information on how and when to register and vote, even if you will be out of town on election day. It also includes information about an amendment on the November ballot related to the State Superintendent of Education. The video is very informative and only about three minutes long. It can be viewed here.
GCS Hall of Fame - The third annual GCS Hall of Fame induction and dinner reception will be held on Thursday, November 1 at 6:00 PM at the Greenville Convention Center. We will recognize five distinguished GCS alumni: Rudolf Anderson, Greenville High, 1944 (awarded posthumously); Kris Bruton, Greer High, 1989; Matthew Cordell, Hillcrest High, 1993; Kelly Hall-Tompkins, Wade Hampton High and the Fine Arts Center, 1989; and Jim Mattos, Greenville High, 1950. The purpose of the GCS Hall of Fame is to honor men and women who have graduated from Greenville County Schools and have made a substantial or significant contribution at the local, regional, national, or international level in any appropriate area of endeavor such as academia and education, arts, business, media, public service, philanthropy, medicine, military, science, or athletics. You may purchase tickets for $100 here. Please RSVP by Thursday, October 18. Proceeds will benefit the GCS Foundation. Contact: Megan Carpenter, Executive Director Greenville County Schools Foundation, 864-420-0546.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP
Personalized Learning Opportunities - The State Department of Education is offering five personalized learning opportunities in the areas of text dependent analysis, personalized learning, and computer science. Register online by October 18, 2018 via the registration link attached in each description.
3rd Grade-English 2 Text Dependent Analysis
Computer Science Grade K-8 Fall-Summer 2018-19
K-2 Inquiry within Integrated Classroom
K-5 Personalized Learning in Science and Mathematics with an Inquiry Approach - Yearlong
Secondary Social Studies PLO Yearlong 2018
Contact: Dawn Hawkins, Humanities and Education Associate for Personalized Learning.
Equity in Education Conference - The University of South Carolina is sponsoring the 2019 Equity in Education Conference. Click here for breakout sessions and registration link. Contact: Dashon Murray, 803-744-7800 x4004
Introduction to Restorative Practices and Using Circles Effectively - The SC Dept. of Education will host Introduction to Restorative Practices and Using Circles Effectively for administrators and educators currently employed in SC public schools. Click here for memorandum for more specific details and registration links.
Contact: Aveene Coleman or Kimberly Smith.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS
GCS Rewards Discount Program – Check out the discounts at www.gcsrewards.org.
Contact: Susan Clarke, 355-8874.
Teacher Appreciation Day at Sam’s Club - Sam’s Club would like to show appreciation to all GCS employees by inviting you to your Greenville Sam’s Club for our Teacher Appreciation Day on Saturday, October 20. This is a great opportunity to take advantage of Sam’s Club member-only prices. A continental breakfast will be provided from 7am – 9am, special gift bags will be available while supplies last, each employee will receive a day pass to shop the club, and your name will be entered into a Sam’s Club Giveaway Drawing. The drawing will take place on Saturday, October 20th at 3:00pm. You do not have to be present to receive the prize. Shopping Passes are available 7 am - 8:30 pm. Breakfast and gift bags limited time and quantities.
Contact: Stephanie Graves, 864-987-3660.
Football - Check out the ACC’s Championship Four Pack offer to GCS employees for the 2018 Dr. Pepper ACC Championship Football Game. The Championship game will be held at the Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, December 1, in Charlotte, N.C. The Championship Four Pack includes:
— FOUR tickets to see the ACC crown its champion live on Saturday, December 1st
— FOUR ACC Hats
— FOUR $5 Bojangles’ gift cards
See corrected flyer for cost and other details.
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
Strawberries contain malic acid, which naturally helps remove surface stains from teeth.
No time for the gym? There are lots of small exercises that you can fit in at home before work. A good one is 10 squats, 10 sits ups and 10 push-ups. Then, 9 squats, 9 sit ups and 9 push-ups. Carry this on until you only have one left of each. It's a great little metabolism booster and toning exercise!
CALENDAR
Mon, Oct 15—Wed, Oct 17 AdvancED Accreditation External Team Visit
Tuesday, October 16 Registration Deadline—Renew with ETV Teacher Recertification FALL Session
October 18-19 Whole Child Conference, Brookland Conference Center, West Columbia
Saturday, October 20 Greenville Sam’s Club - Teacher Appreciation Day
Monday, October 22 Schools—Flex Day (Exchange Day #1) - Professional Development Day
Tuesday, October 30 Required Customer Service Training, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Buck Mickel Center, Greenville Technical College, 216 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 29607
Monday, November 5 Schools—Flex Day (Exchange Day #2) - Professional Development Day
Professional Development - “How We Can Support Our LGBTQI Populations”
9-11 AM at MT Anderson
Tuesday, November 6 Election Day — 12-Month Employee Holiday
Thursday, November 15 Required Customer Service Training, 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Buck Mickel Center, Greenville Technical College, 216 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 29607
Wed.-Thurs., Nov. 21-23 Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 16—Jan. 21, 2019 Ice on Main Field Trips
2018-19 Calendars: Employee, Student, Spanish
