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The 2021 - 2022 school year is wrapping up and that often means a time of celebration. Whether its Admin Professionals Day, National Education Week, Retirement Parties, Graduations or Field Days there are many ways that we celebrate each other and the completion of another year. In this spirit we wanted to, along with the normal reminders below, say thank you to everyone for your work and dedication to the students of the Mat-Su Borough School District.

All MSEA members will receive their final paycheck(s) of the year on June 15th. Those that have elected for 20 paychecks will receive 1 direct deposit. Those that have elected for 24 paychecks will receive 5 separate direct deposits. Please note there are no premiums deducted in June for voluntary benefits. If you are unsure how many paychecks you have elected to receive, you can contact the Human Resources or Payroll Departments. The 1st paycheck for the next school year will be August 31st

CEA work calendars for the 2022-2023 School Year are included here and are published on the Knowledge Base under Human Resources/Payroll.

• The calendars are specific to your position and will show your start and end dates, non work days, vacation days, and holidays.
• Payroll Calendars will be published on the Knowledge Base over the summer.
• If you work for Nutrition Services, please check with your supervisor for start and end dates that may differ from the published calendar.
• Employees can contact the Human Resources Department if you have any questions.

CEA employees must use any leave over 480 hours by June 30th each year. Per the Negotiated Agreement, accrued leave in excess of 480 hours will automatically be donated to the Sick Leave Bank if you are a member of the bank. In the future, if you do not wish to donate your excess leave to the Sick Leave Bank, you must opt out of participating in the bank by October 15th.

Classified Employees who work at least 30 hours per week are part of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Plan.If you entered into the PERS system within the last 2 years, and have not logged into the EMPOWER website to designate your beneficiaries, this is a great time to take this important step.

It only takes a few minutes to ensure that you pass your assets on to the people you intend.

For all PERS Tier III or Tier IV employees, the Empower Retirement Online Account tools are a great way to see where you stand, make changes and update your personal profile.

Take time today! Start by visiting www.akdrb.com

Employees who know they will not be returning to a permanent position with MSBSD next school year are asked to complete a Separation Notification in Team Dynamix, if they have not already done so. The Separation Notification can be filled out by supervisors, on behalf of the employee, when it isn't clear if HR has already been notified. This allows Human Resources to process your separation in a timely manner and ensures employees receive their final pay accordingly. To submit a Separation Notification please go to the Service Request page from the Employee Quicklinks and click ‘Services.’ In the Service Catalog go to: Business Service -> Separation Notification -> and fill in the fields. If there is a resignation letter or other written notification, it can be attached to the service ticket. Thank you for your service and we wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

Many classified employees are not paid year-round, which can challenge even the most diligent budget minded individuals. MSBSD offers an option to have a flat amount or percentage of your net (after-tax) pay withheld from your paychecks. If you elect for this option, you will receive the withheld pay in one lump sum payment on your last paycheck of the fiscal year. If you would like to participate in this option, submit the form below to the Payroll Department before your first paycheck of the new school year. If you currently participate, no action is necessary to have the summer pay election continue next school year, unless you wish to change the amount withheld. If you would like to discontinue your summer pay election, please provide written notification to the Payroll Department before your first paycheck of the new school year.

Open enrollment with American Fidelity is now available for plan year 7/1/2022 – 6/30/2023 and ends June 30th. Employees have the option of meeting with representatives from American Fidelity for more information, or to enroll in the options listed below. Click here to schedule an appointment with an American Fidelity representative.

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Disability Income Insurance

· Cancer Insurance

· Accident Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Critical Illness Insurance

· 403(b) Annuities

The deadline to submit claims for fiscal year 2021-22 for your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is September 30th for expenditures occurring before July 1st. There is an automatic carryover of $550 which you can use next year without losing. You can use your online account or the AFmobile app to submit your claims. For more information about submitting a claim visit https://americanfidelity.com/claims/fsa-reimbursement/.

Open Enrollment for both Premera and PEHT will begin later in May and run through the beginning of June. Additional information, including links to required forms, will be sent via emails, keep an eye out in the coming weeks. Forms will also be available on Team Dynamix. The open enrollment process allows individuals who are interested in making a health plan election change to do so. For those who will not be electing a change in coverage no action is necessary.

We have developed additional information and resources for Administrators who are participating in the Districts' offered HDHP through Premera. You can access this information here https://www.matsuk12.us/adminhealth.

Check out examples discussed in negotiations with other employee groups as to how an HDHP with an HSA can work by visiting https://www.matsuk12.us/healthproposal and see the FY 23 employee premiums below.

The current Smart Living newsletter is available at the link below. For past issues visit the PEHT webstie. https://pehtak.com/newsletters

Email: hr@matsuk12.us
Website: matsuk12.us
Location: 501 North Gulkana Street, Palmer, AK, USA
Phone: 907.761.4357