The Eagle Eye
A Focus on Well-being
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Teacher & Support Staff of the Year |
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It's time to begin submitting nominations for Teacher and Support Staff of the Year Awards!
Please reflect on the impact your peers have had on our students, our district, and our community and include as many details about their exemplary service as possible. Education is critical work and we must not forget to recognize the efforts of others who positively impact lives!
Nominations are to be submitted to Building/Department Administrators by March 12, 2021 using the forms below.
Nomination Forms are Below:
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Eagle Nation Benefit News |
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Hey, Eagle Nation!
Do you want to learn more about your benefits and ways to save money? Keep an Eagle Eye out each month as we focus on your health and financial well-being. Watch for money saving tips and other information you need to know!
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SUMMER INSURANCE PREMIUMS
9, 10, and 11 MONTH CLASSIFIED STAFF ONLY
MARCH 17 & 31 - 2 PREMIUMS
APRIL 14 & 28 - 2 PREMIUMS
MAY 12 & 26 - 2 PREMIUMS
(does not apply to certified teachers or salaried support staff)
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9, 10, and 11 MONTH
CLASSIFIED STAFF ONLY
The Child, Spouse, or Family Medical Premium deduction for March 3, 2021, is moved to June 9, 2021.
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This year the deadline to send Form 1095-C to employees is extended to March 2, 2021. Forms were mailed on February 18, 2021. |
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MENTAL HEALTH
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you may experience stress, anxiety, fear, sadness, and loneliness. And mental health disorders, including anxiety and depression, can worsen. Joplin Schools medical plans offer mental health office visits at the same rate as a physician's office visit.
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FINANCIAL HEALTH
Have you thought about what you want to do when you retire?
Travel? Start a business? Golf?
Plan now for your financial future and enroll in a 403(b) or 457(b) through OMNI.
Be aware, the District does not work directly with any of the investment providers on the OMNI list. OMNI is the Districts third-party administrator and contracts with the investment providers. At least one provider gets new hire information from the Board of Education updates on the District website and emails employees implying they represent Joplin Schools. They are one of ten providers you may do business with through OMNI.
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MEDICAL PLAN FACTS
July 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
(Report of the Superintendent to the School Board)
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Premiums Collected
District ------------------------- $2,198,715.00
Employee ------------------------ $923,729.10
Retiree and Cobra -------------$202,330.45
Interest Earned ------------------ $21,195.99
Total ----------------------------$3,345,970.54
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Fees and Claims Paid
Admin/Teledoc ----------------- $127,849.03
Insurance Premium ----------- $340,625.01
Health Claims --------------- $2,405,510.90 Prescription Claims ----------- $751,452.43
Total ---------------------------- $3,625,437.37
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MEDICAL PLAN FACTS
July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020
(Report of the Superintendent to the School Board)
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Premiums Collected
District ------------------- $3,896,640.00 Employee --------------- $1,531,130.87
Retiree and Cobra ------ $322,346.13
Interest Earned -----------$113,455.94
Total ---------------------- $5,863,572.94
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Fees and Claims Paid
Admin/Teledoc ------------- $257,032.62
Insurance Premium ------- $467,560.69
Health Claims ------------ $3,541,651.60
Prescription Claims ------$1,565,906.72
Total ------------------------- $5,686,559.58
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Welcome to the Eagle Family |
Please join us in welcoming our newest employees to the Eagle Family!
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Joplin Eagles are on the move!
There are great things being done by Joplin Eagles!
Do you know an Eagle that deserves to be recognized for their extraordinary service to the District?
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Nominate someone to be recognized HERE!
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EAT YOUR GREENS!!!
Leafy green vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. They contain beneficial vitamins, minerals, and lots of fiber, but are low in calories. Eating green veggies regularly will reduce the risk of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other common health issues.
One of our favorite healthy snacks is kale chips, which are very easy to make! Instead of reaching for potato chips, give these a try instead for a healthy snack option!
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PS. We're told that you can eat shamrock leaves too, but we'll let you try it first. |
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Customer Service
We have many types of customers within our schools. While they may go by different names (students, parents, community members), it is important to show all of them the best customer service we can. Interacting with people in a positive manner is an essential function of every position in the District, so it's important practice the necessarily skills to keep our service at a high level.
Here are a few tips for great customer service:
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Be Responsive - address questions and issues as soon as you can. This lets the customer know that you care about their needs.
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Be Available - making it easy for people to find and reach you reduces the stress of getting help in potentially difficult times.
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Be Service Oriented - putting others first sets a tone of positivity that is much needed in busy schools.
For a quick refresher, visit SafeSchools for more training.
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Access our District Calendar on our website or by clicking here for the Google calendar. Stay up to date with district events.
Don't see a district-wide event on here? Email justincrawford@joplinschools.org to get it added. Thanks for helping us help you know about district happenings.
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2020-2021 School Calendar Available
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What company serves as the District's 3rd Party Administrator for the 403(b) and 457(b) retirement accounts?
The first 3 employees that email Melissa Smith in Human Resources with the correct answer will win a T-shirt.
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Previous editions of The Eagle Eye are archived on our website.
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