Chippewa Chirp
June 2019
For those of you leaving our district through retirement, thank you again for your service to the CFAUSD and the dedication you've put into your career of caring for kids. For those of you leaving our district through resignation, pursuing other careers, districts, or otherwise, farewell and good luck with your future endeavors. Enjoy the next chapter of your life!
For the employees who work year-round, this time of year brings a shift in gears with an intense focus on getting the district ready for a new year for all! These summer months allow for fresh paint, construction projects, scheduling, hiring, planning and preparing for the 2019-20 school year.
May the next couple months bring you peace, love and light!
Announcements
Certified Staff 2019-20 Employment Agreements Due June 15th!
Certified Staff Using Time Off for Make Up Days
Need Orthopedic Care?
Insurance Authorization - New Insurance Cards
Click Here for the a short video about MD Direct.
Cardinal Healthy Primary Care Clinic Hours Changing
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 8 am to 5 pm
Thursday: 10 am to 6 pm
Friday: 7 am to 5 pm
The 2nd Saturday of each month: 8 am - 12 pm
Certified Staff Planning to Work Towards a Master's Degree
Insurance Deductions & Coverage Start Dates
PLEASE be sure to review your check to ensure that the proper deductions are coming out and contact HumanResources@chipfalls.org with any questions.
Also a change in how we take disability, life insurance, accident insurance and vision insurance will begin on the June 6th check, previously these deductions were taken only once a month, they will now be spread out over the first two checks each month.
Open District Positions
Lifting? Moving? Be Safe!
Safe Lifting Techniques
Prevention and planning are perfect solutions for most hazards in the workplace. With proper safety training and the use of these safe lifting techniques to greatly reduce the risk of back and lifting injures.
- Before lifting, assess what it is you are lifting and where it is going. Recognize how heavy the object is and determine if you can lift it by yourself. Never hesitate to ask for help if it is too heavy.
- Make sure to check the pathway you are taking to your final destination. There should not be any trip hazards or debris in your path.
- To safely lift the object, get as close to the object as possible. This will create more leverage for you and less strain on your muscles.
- Next, position your feet shoulder-width apart and angle one foot slightly forward for better balance.
- When you go to bend down for the object, keep your back straight and use your legs and hips to lower yourself to the object. Never bend at the waist because this will cause immediate strain on your lower back.
- As you bend down to pick up the object, use the hand of the leg that is angled forward and place it on the side of the object furthest from you.
- After you have a firm, comfortable grip, tighten your core and focus on keeping a straight back as you lift the object with your legs and hips. Looking forward will help keep your back straight and extend your legs. Always remember to keep the object close to your body.
Proration Information
If you wish to either stop or start prorating your checks please notify humanresources@chipfalls.org. The deadline for notifying is:
9-month staff - prior to August 15th
10- month staff - prior to July 30th
12 - month staff - prior to June 15th
Prorated support staff planning to retire in the 2020 year may wish to consider (for tax purposes) contacting Human Resources prior to August 15th to request to be paid in 9-months rather than in 12.
Please contact HumanResources@chipfalls.org with any questions or concerns.
2019 - 2020 Certified Staff
You will see the increase on your first check of the new school year, September 12, 2019.
Updated Employee Handbook Language
Click Here for a list of all changes made to the handbook.
Starting Fall of 2019 Certified Staff will be scheduled for the following start times:
Wisconsin Retirement System
Click Here to Read the WRS Newsletter
Considering Retirement? Click Here for Upcoming WRS Retirement Meetings in our area.
Looking for more information on your WRS benefit? Click Here to View Many Informational Videos and Materials on the Wisconsin Retirement Benefits.
Teachers and Prorated Support Staff Planning to Retire in 2020?
What this means for those retiring is that rather than receiving a large lump sum pay out in June of 2020 and being taxed differently on this check, you could spread your contract out over the nine months in which you work (September - June). This is completely optional and merely a suggestion for those considering retirement in the 2020 year.
Summer 2019 Happenings
Summer Communications
All summer communications will be sent to your district email.
Please remember to periodically check your email, doing so will ensure you are kept up to date on district communications. If you don’t have access to a computer the Chippewa Falls Public Library has computers available for your use.
Any banking, email, address, or phone changes please update in skyward, any marital status or name changes please contact humanresources@chpfalls.org.
Compressed Work Week
Reminder: District staff will not have access to any district building beginning Thursday afternoon until Monday morning. This access change begins the week of June 17th and will end the week of July 29th.
2019 Summer School Schedule
Located at Southview Elementary 7:30 am - 12 pm
June 17th - 28th Monday - Thursday
July 1st and 2nd Monday & Tuesday
July 8th - July 18th Monday - Thursday
Middle School Summer School Schedule
Located at Chippewa Falls Middle School 7:30 am - 11:40 am
June 17th - 28th Monday - Thursday
July 1st and 2nd Monday & Tuesday
July 8th - July 18th Monday - Thursday
High School Summer School Schedule
Located at the High School 8 am - 12 pm
Session A: June 17th - June 26th
Session B: June 27th - July 11th
9th Grade Physical Education 8 am - 11:40 am
June 17th - July 18th Monday - Thursday
Closed July 4th
Hourly Support Staff Working Summer School
For those hourly support staff working the first two days of summer school, June 17th and June 18th staff should clock in under their regular (Hourly or Salary) pay code for these two days. You will finish the remainder of your shift at your building when summer school is done for the day. Report to summer school in the morning and then back to your building after summer school is finished for the day.
Cardinal Healthy Primary Care Clinic Still Open During the Summer!
Administrative Assistant Welcome Back Day -SAVE THE DATE!
New Certified Staff Orientation
All Staff Welcome Back Day
Elementary School Open House Staff Hours
Open House for Students & Families Tuesday, August 27 from 5:00-7:00 pm
Teachers will work from 11:00 am -7:00 pm that day.
Hourly staff may have time adjusted per supervisors' approval.
The start of the school year schedule is below:
ALL Students in grades 1-5 will begin full days on 9-3-19 and attend full days all week.
1/2 Kindergarten Class on 9-3-19
1/2 Kindergarten Class on 9-4-19
Full Kindergarten Class on 9-5-19 and 9-6-19
**The open house is in lieu of the Welcome Back Day**
Cardinal Wellness Opportunities
Cardinal Healthy Primary Care
Clinic Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Closed from 1:00-2:00 for lunch)
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2nd Saturday of each month: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Schedule Your Appointment Today!
Phone: 715-738-2700 Fax: 888-606-1323
Teladoc It's Free to Use!
In 2018, 181 calls were made to Teladoc and it saved $93,577! Imagine if everyone choose to give Teladoc a try in 2019 how much could we save? Only 39.6% of insured staff are registered on the Teladoc site. Set up your account up by visiting Teladoc's website today!
Want to Quit Smoking?
Visit the Cardinal Healthy Primary Care Clinic to request a prescription today. It is considered a preventative medication and is FREE to those on the district insurance.
2019 Biometrics Screenings
To receive the incentive pay on your first check in December 2019 you will need to complete the following by November 30, 2019:
Visit the Cardinal Healthy Primary Care Clinic to complete your biometric screening and a physical. If you have the family plan your spouse must also complete both the bio-metric screening and an annual physical at the clinic. (This will be a two appointment process, one to get the fasting blood draw etc.. for the bio-metric screening and the second to review the results with the provider and have your physical.) *Retirees are eligible to participate and receive the stipend*
Did you know you can make extra money while having your necessary surgery or medical procedure?
For more information on Alithias and the cost savings that they offer Click Here to view a short video.
Injured at Work?
Please note this number has recently changed!
Board Of Education
For more information regarding members, Governing Policies for Educational Excellence, agendas and information (Boarddocs), definition of meeting types, and annual notices visit the Board of Education page on the school website.
Human Resources & Public Relations Department
Email: HumanResources@chipfalls.org
Website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/district/popStaffLins.cfm
Location: 140 West Elm Street, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2417
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chippewafallsschool/
Twitter: @ChippewaFallsHD