October 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

Grants Website - Are you looking for a way to fund a new, innovative classroom project or to purchase technology for your classroom? We have added a 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.

Register to Win An American Education Week Prize - American Education Week recognizes our more than 10,000 employees, from bus drivers to plant engineers, teachers to social workers, and all who have made it their mission to make a positive impact on students, families, and their communities. We have a few prizes that have been donated by local businesses. All employees are eligible to enter their name to win a prize. Click here to register.  You must be logged into your Greenville County Schools Google Account to register. Drawing will be held on Friday, November 16 and winners will be notified by Monday, November 19.
Contact: Susan Clarke

HUMAN RESOURCES

Job Fair – The Human Resource Operations Department will host a Job Fair today at Brushy Creek Elementary School, 1344 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors, SC.  This fair will take place from 5-7 PM.  We will be hiring for the following positions: Bus Drivers, Bus Aides, Custodians and Food Service Operators.  Hiring managers will be on hand to speak with and answer questions from interested applicants. Contact: Vickie Sims, 355-7794.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Click HERE for Human Resources Home Page

NOTICES/REQUESTS

Flu and Shingles Vaccines for Members of the State Health Plans - Flu vaccinations are offered at no charge to all State Health Plan members. This applies to both the Standard and Savings Health Plans. Members may get the shot from a participating pharmacy for a $0 copayment. If a member receives the shot in a network doctor’s office, the flu vaccine and the administration fee will be paid in full. Please note that any associated doctor’s office visit charge will be processed according to regular plan coverage rules.

State Health Plan primary members age 50 and older can receive the Shingrix vaccine for a $0 copayment. Shingrix, a two-dose vaccination, is a new vaccine to prevent shingles. The CDC recommends adults age 50 and older receive the vaccine to prevent shingles and complications of the disease.  If you received the Zostavax vaccination in the past, you are encouraged to also get the Shingrix vaccine. You may receive the vaccine at a network pharmacy without a prescription. Or, you may receive the vaccine at your network doctor's office. Coverage includes the cost of the vaccine and administration fee. Any associated office visit charges will follow regular Plan coverage rules. For Medicare primary members, the vaccine is covered under the prescription benefit as a Part D drug at $0 copayment.

To find a participating pharmacy, please call Express Scripts at 1-855-612-3128 or visit www.Express-Scripts.com. You will need to register on the website to gain access to the participating pharmacy listing. If you have any additional questions, please contact PEBA at 1-888-260-9430.

Tinker’ - The movie Tinker’ is making its world premiere November 9-15 at Camelot Cinemas (48 E. Antrim Drive) in Greenville.  Written/directed and produced by two Travelers Rest High School graduates (Sonny Marler and Nick Stathakis), this family film has secured international distribution and has been the recipient of 19 “Best Of” awards and 25 nominations including winning “Best Feature” at the 2017 @ReedyReelsFilmfestival. A portion of the proceeds from the movie’s run in Greenville will benefit Greenville County Schools. Though not rated by the Motion Picture Association, the movie has a Dove Seal rating that approves it for ages 12 and over.  Portions of the film were recorded here in Greenville. To learn more, visit Tinkerthemovie.com follow it on Facebook at @TinkertheMovie or watch the trailer.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP

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 more specific details and registration links.  Contact: Aveene Coleman, or Kimberly Smith.

EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

GCS Rewards Limited Time Offer – Employees may purchase discounted tickets to see the Harlem Globetrotters on Saturday, January 12 at 2 PM or 7 PM. Save $7 on select tickets with promo code SCHOOLS. Visit www.gcsrewards.org and click Limited Time Offers.
Contact: Susan Clarke.

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 WELLNESS

An hour of exposure to cool morning sunlight along with exercise and calcium helps prevent osteoporosis.

Pomegranate and its juice have been found to reduce blood pressure and exert beneficial effects on blood vessels, thereby reducing risk of heart attacks.

CALENDAR

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

November 9-15                        The movie Tinker’ is making its world premiere at Camelot Cinemas in
                                                    Greenville

Thursday, November 15         Required Customer Service Training, 8:30 AM and 1:00 PM
                                                    Buck Mickel Center, Greenville Technical College, 216 S. Pleasantburg Dr. 29607

Nov. 16—Jan. 21, 2019           Ice on Main Field Trips

Nov. 21-23                                 Thanksgiving Break

December 24-28, 31                Winter Break

January 1-4, 2019                    Winter Break

Monday, Jan. 21, 2019           MLK Day—12 Month Employee Holiday

Monday, Feb. 18, 2019           Presidents’ Day—12 Month Employee Holiday

April 15-19, 2019                     Spring Break

Monday, May 27, 2019           Memorial Day—12 Month Employee Holiday

2018-19 Calendars:    Employee, Student, Spanish