November 10, 2022

Open Enrollment Closes Friday at Midnight!

The countdown is on! Open Enrollment for active employees is open through Friday, November 11 at midnight. During this time you can:

• Review your life insurance coverages and beneficiary information
• Enroll, change, and review core plan options. Any changes will take effect as of 1/1/2023.

Important reminders during this Open Enrollment period:

• If you are a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) participant, you must elect your coverage levels for 2023 Health Care FSA and/or Dependent Care FSA
• You must enroll into any new plans and opt-out of any plans you no longer wish to participate in for 2023

Click on the image to access the 2023 Benefits Decision Guide.

• Click here to access Bentek (our online enrollment system).
• Click here for benefits information.



Celebrate National American Indian Heritage

November is Native American Heritage Month. Each Thursday this month we will have a trivia question. The first correct response will win MSCS swag. Play here! 

Congratulations to last week’s winner, Yaschia Dillard, Northwest Prep!

Family Fall Festival

The MSCS Mental Health and Family Wellness Centers are excited to have you join us for an evening of fun, food, games, and resources at our Cordova Middle School Family Wellness Center on November 17 from 5-7 p.m.

Attendees will enjoy a cooking demonstration on healthy eating, an introduction to reflexology, FLU/COVID vaccines, and District and community partners and vendors.

Thanksgiving food baskets/giveaways will be available (limited quantity). Click here for a flyer.

WKNO Living History Through Art 

WKNO is inviting MSCS students to create visual art pieces about a site or event from Memphis history (specifically artwork depicting historical sites and events related to slavery, the slave trade, abolitionists, etc.). Here are the basics, and find more details here.

• Entire classes are welcome.
• The art opening and reception is January 7, 2023.
• The reception is open to the public January 9, 2023.
• The deadline for submissions is December 30, 2022, at 5 p.m.
• Priority deadline (if the artists want to be featured in promotions ahead of time) is December 15, 2022.

Stay updated on all things health and wellness by visiting our website! 

Smoking costs MORE than you think. Click on the MSCS Cares videos to put a price to the habit.

DID YOU KNOW? Diabetes is one of the top five chronic conditions among MSCS employees. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and HR Total Rewards is hoping to connect you with information, resources, and a chance to win some cash! Join us for a webinar on Thursday, November 17 from noon to 1 p.m. Click here for more information and to register.

Managing diabetes can be easier than you think. Click here to see how you can keep your diabetes under control. 

Nominate Your Colleague for Being a Superhero!

The Superhero nomination period for November is open through Tuesday, November 15. Click here.

Seeking Male Mentors

MSCS needs male mentors for the mentorship program Band of Brothers. Our young men need to experience a beloved community where they are surrounded by positive role models.

We are seeking law-abiding men, making a good life for themselves through hard, honest work. Learn more details here. 

Be an Advocate for Health and Wellness!

Help us spread the word about the wellness programs available for MSCS employees. Become a Wellness Champion for your school or department! 

Equity Champion Training

The Office of Equity & Access will be offering Equity Champion training for all teachers, PLC coaches, principals, ILDs, and Central Office administrators.

Check out the offerings here and register in PLZ! 

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