April 2015
HUMAN RESOURCES NEWSLETTER
HR DIRECTORY
(386)586-2391
James Woods - Director
Dee Amaral Payroll Clerk II
Connie Auld Payroll Supervisor
Sandy Berry Payroll Clerk II
Dawn Curry Personnel Specialist
Lisa Gross Coordinator Position Control
Christine Higgs Personnel Specialist
Kim Hunt Certification Specialist
Doris Kastanek Insurance Specialist
Patty Kastler Insurance Specialist
Paula Parrella Personnel Specialist II
Cathy Shopovick Personnel Specialist II
A Message from the Director of Human Resources, James Woods
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the warm
reception I have received upon my arrival at Flagler County School
District. The incredible support from all the employees at the
school district has been inspiring. Human Resources are the most
valuable and unique assets of an organization. The successful
management of an organization's human resources is an exciting,
dynamic and challenging task, especially at a time when the world
has become a global village and organizations have to become
more strategic in order to keep pace. The scarcity of talented resources and the
growing expectations of the modern day worker have further increased the
complexity of the human resources function. As the Director of Human Resources, I
am looking forward to diving into my new role in supporting the District’s mission,
vision and guiding principals. I want to emphasize that the Human Resources
Department is a “client-focused” entity who strives to provide exceptional service to
our customers.
Phyllis Smith Insurance Specialist
Chris Wilkins Personnel Specialist II
What is a “403(b)” Plan?
Named for the section of the of the Internal Revenue Code that created it, 403(b)
plans enable an employer to offer an annuity contract or mutual fund custodial
account to employees. Employees can make pre-tax contributions and if the plan
permits, Roth after-tax contribution. A 403(b) plan allows you to contribute more
toward retirement than a taxable investment.
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To find out more information regarding the 403(b) plan, please visit the following
website: http://www.tsacg.com/
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FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE - changes as of July 1, 2015
Family Medical Leave is unpaid leave. However, if you have available sick time,
vacation time, personal time, etc., you will be required to use that leave time, along
with your FMLA leave, so that you will continue to get paid.
Request for FMLA application forms will reflect this change beginning July 2015
“My greatest strength is my ability to see
the big picture. I grew up in a town with
a drive-in movie theater.”
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women,
minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age,
disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit
Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist
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Not to be missed…FRS Employee Workshop Webcasts
To register for any of the financial planning workshop webcasts listed below, FRS-covered employees should call
1-866-446-9377, Option 2 (TRS 711)
2015 Dates
10:00 a.m. to Noon ET
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET
April 20
Using the FRS to Plan Retirement
FRS Investment Plan: Understanding Your Benefits
April 21
Nearing Retirement in the FRS
Nearing Retirement in the FRS (SPANISH)
July 21
Using the FRS to Plan Retirement
Cash and Debt Management: Smart Spending and Savings for Retirement
July 22
Nearing Retirement in the FRS
Education Planning: Funding the Future
October 20
Using the FRS to Plan Retirement
Investment Planning for Everyone - The Basics
October 21
Nearing Retirement in the FRS
New Employee Retirement Plan Choice
Helpful Resources
W h en U s i ng Y o ur Ins u r a nc e
 myHealthcare Cost Estimator:
A brief overview of what the Cost Estimator Tool can do
and where to locate the tool.
http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1922/
healthcostestimatormemberflyer031915.pdf#overlay-context=district/benefits
 ER vs Urgent Care
This flyer is a great way to help educate to the purpose
of each of the facilities and provide examples of
conditions and symptoms that would be appropriate
reasons to visit one or the other.
http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1922/
ervsurgentcare031915.pdf#overlay-context=district/benefits
Fingerprint/Background Checks for all
employees are required to be renewed
every 5 years.
For employees that received a fingerprint renewal
letter this school year, please submit the renewal fee
to Christine Higgs as soon as possible. If your
renewal date was prior to February 1, 2015, the
renewal fee is $16.50. After February 1, 2015, the
fee is $14.75. Payment may be by check or money
order, made payable to Flagler County Public
Schools (FCPS).
 Employee Clinic Newsletter
This is the most updated Employee Clinic flyer that
includes the different lab panels that are now available
and specifics of Saturday having (4) appointments.
http://flaglerschools.com/sites/default/files/attachments/1922/
flaglerclinicnewsletterupdated031915.pdf#overlay-context=district/benefits
On-Line Endorsement Courses in Gifted, ESOL and
Reading offered by Schultz Center
* Summer Schedule begins June 22, 2015
* Fall Schedule begins September 14, 2015
Visit www.schultzcenter.org for full schedule, tuition and registration information.
Questions? Contact Lisa Robbins,
Programs Manager 904/348/7277,
[email protected]
April 2015
A BENCOR Consultant, will be available, by appointment, on the second Tuesday of each month at the
GSB, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to answer any questions regarding Sick Pay, Vacation Pay, FICA Pay,
Retirement Pay .
Please contact:
Maria L. Regeci, BENCOR Consultant
Phone: (386) 206-8600, FAX (866) 206-8631
CELL (386)569-6202, [email protected]
Questions & Answers….
Have an HR question?
Please submit questions to
[email protected]
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