Roundup: Survey reveals top Thanksgiving attraction
Was it turkey, dressing, pumpkin pie, or something else entirely? Last week, we asked employees to tell us their favorite dish associated with this holiday. To find out which one got the most votes, read this article.
Holiday hours for HISD Health and Wellness Clinics
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, both HISD Health & Wellness Clinics will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22, and Friday, Nov. 23, 2012. The Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center clinic will also be closed on Saturday, Nov. 24.
Info Sessions for aspiring principals scheduled for Nov. 27, Dec. 5
Come learn more about the new partnership between HISD and the University of Houston, which was created to offer aspiring leaders the opportunity to obtain a master’s degree in education with a focus on turnaround leadership. Graduates of this one-year program will have the business, education, and management skills needed for leading successful urban schools—as well as for obtaining principal certification in the State of Texas. For complete details, go here.
Spring 2013 professional development opportunities
Employees can view courses aligned to particular skill sets (such as the mastery of Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook) or those related to Central Office Appraisal competencies (such as time management, business communication, and effective customer service). Click here to register or for details.
Update your home address now to ensure timely W-2 delivery
HISD will be mailing 2012 W-2 forms to employees’ address of record during the last week of January. To ensure you receive your form promptly, please make sure that HISD has your correct home address. Click here to learn how to change your address or make changes to other contact information on the employee portal.
Volunteers Still Needed for Upcoming TAHPERD Convention
This annual Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (TAHPERD) convention is scheduled for Nov. 28–Dec. 1, 2012, in Galveston. This member-driven organization requires a large number of volunteers to plan, organize, and facilitate convention activities. If you would like to help out, please contact Felicia Ceaser-White or Rose Haggerty at 713-556-6823. For details on registration, please visit the TAHPERD website.
Retirement Seminars Scheduled for Nov. 17 and Dec. 15
The Retirement Storefront at HISD will be hosting retirement seminars from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, and Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012. All district employees are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about their Teacher Retirement System (TRS) benefits. Employees must register through e-TRAIN to attend, and select course code #BN0200. Questions may be directed to V. Janene English at 713-293-9780 ext. 432.
Nominate Someone for an H-E-B Excellence in Education Award
All public school districts and state-certified, full-time public school teachers and principals currently within the H-E-B service area are eligible for nomination. Check out this page for details on award categories available, and this page to nominate someone. The deadline to submit a name is Jan. 11, 2013.
Get LinkedIn! Join the HISD Employee Group for Discussion, Updates
The Houston ISD LinkedIn group is a virtual meeting place where district employees can connect, collaborate, and share information and ideas. If you have a LinkedIn profile, please take a moment to join the group—just select “group” in the drop-down search menu and enter “Houston ISD,” then click “join group.” If you don’t have a LinkedIn profile, go to www.linkedin.com and create one. Please be sure to list your employer as Houston ISD.
