Information from Human Resources

2022-2023 for 2023-2024

 TRANSFER REQUEST PROCESS

The employee transfer list is NOW OPEN. It will remain open through Wednesday, May 31, 2023. 

• BEFORE placing your name on the transfer list using the link below, an employee MUST inform his/her present supervisor of the desire to transfer to another location/department. 

All Principals / Directors / Supervisors will have immediate access to the transfer list and will make contact if interested in scheduling an interview. 

• If a candidate's transfer is approved, it will be indicated on the spreadsheet under the column “HR Approval date”.  

Starting Thursday, June 1, 2023, transfers can only occur with consent of both administrators. Keep in mind, administrative transfers can occur at any time and there is a chance that we may transfer teachers based on changes in allotted positions.

After speaking with the principal/supervisor, an employee may add his/her name to the transfer list via the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yQIuVrg-EBTMd9E1o1C-XiKpepPVplrWOic8v_ol3g8/edit

Feel free to contact HR with any questions regarding the transfer process.

NEW VOLUNTEER PROCESS

The following screening procedures have been implemented effective March 2023:

1. Current volunteers who have completed their Secure Volunteer Application AND the background check process DO NOT have to do anything to remain on the current District Volunteer Roster.
2. New volunteers (including active duty personnel) will complete the Secure Volunteer Application. 
3. Upon receipt of the Secure Volunteer Application (criminal background check results), Human Resources will process the background check information (which normally takes 24 to 48 hours to receive the results, but could take longer, depending on the workload of the vendor) and then notify the volunteer and the schools. Only individuals approved by Human Resources shall be allowed to volunteer.  
4. Our district policy requires that the names of all approved volunteers be added to a third-party vendor’s database as part of the District’s 24/7 Guardian Monitoring System.
5. If the applicant is not eligible to volunteer because the results are unfavorable the applicant will receive a Pre-adverse Action Letter.
6. Exemptions:  Field Day volunteers and Testing proctors (volunteering only during testing sessions) DO NOT need to complete the Secure Volunteer application.

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The link for 2023-2024 New Student Registration is now LIVE on the Craven County Schools website! Families can begin completing enrollment for their children using the online enrollment platform! Here is the link: https://www.cravenk12.org/Domain/251

2023-2024 Reassignments 

Accepting Forms Now - Deadline March 31, 2023

The 2023/2024 school reassignment window will be March 1-31, 2023. Beginning March 1st, forms will be available on the district website under Students & Families > Student Support Services > Reassignments and Releases.  If needed, a paper copy of the form will be available at the school. Forms must be submitted by March 31, 2023 and can be submitted to the school or at the Board of Education. A separate form must be completed for each student requesting reassignment. Parents will be notified of the decision by the end of April.  Note: If you had an approved reassignment for this current school year and want to continue, a new form(s) must be submitted for 2023-2024 during this window.

Technology Updates:

Please use caution when you see a questionable email.  This particular one made it around to our employees.  Here are some things to look for and to be aware of to help keep you safe.  When in doubt, do not open it or respond.  Just delete the email.

We highly recommend that users access their CCS email through ClassLink.  ClassLink has multi-factor authentication which is an extra layer of security.

Data should be imported from Educator’s Handbook into PowerSchool on a daily basis, or at a minimum of one time per week. The principal (or designee) should ensure that this process is completed on a consistent basis to ensure accurate reporting. 

EVAAS Roster Verification is Coming!

Dates for the 2023 EVAAS Spring Roster Verification process are as follows: 

• Preview Phase: April 6 - 19, 2023
• Teacher Verification Phase: April 20 - May 10, 2023
• School Verification Phase: May 11 - May 24, 2023
• District Verification Phase: May 25 - June 21, 2023

Principals should begin checking accounts in EVAAS to make sure all appropriate staff have the necessary rights and access. In addition, Principals should select two (2) individuals in the building who will be able to facilitate and support teachers during their claiming phase (April 20 - May 10) prior to the School Verification Phase. 

Need help? Follow this link for tutorials HERE!

North Carolina Association of Elementary Educators Self-Paced PD

The North Carolina Association of Elementary Educators (NCAEE) is offering self-paced professional development for teachers beginning March 27 - April 24.  Teachers can go to www.ncelementary.com to sign up to be a presenter and/or sign up for the self-paced PD.

School Field Trips

Please ensure you are aware of all requirements when planning a field trip. Check with the administrator of your school who is responsible for approving field trips if you have initial questions before submitting any documents to the Curriculum and Instruction Division. This will help prevent forms from being returned and the review process being delayed. Use the checklist to help ensure you fully complete the process.

All needed instructions and forms are on the Craven County Schools website, which you can locate using the following steps:

Log in to the district website > Staff Resources > Forms > Field Trip Checklist -Start Here

Please ensure you meet the deadlines as stated and that all required documents are accurately completed and included when you submit the field trip packet. Please do not submit separate documents. Requests that miss the deadline will not be considered unless it is due to late notification from the host site or the trip is based on progression through rounds of competition.

If you have any questions, please contact the designated staff member:

• Career & Technical Education: Wendy Wells
• Elementary & Secondary: Melody Howell
• Exceptional Children’s: Seante Williams

Feedback Needed for Draft 2 of the K-12 Science Standards

NCDPI is requesting feedback from all stakeholders individually regarding Draft 2 of the K-12 Science standards, as there is no PSU survey this time around. The survey will remain open until March 26. Please contact Marlena Bleau if you have any questions.

UNC-G Project Ignite (Free Tuition to Pursue a MAT in TESOL)

With funding from a federal grant, UNCG School of Education is able to provide 100% free tuition to pursue your Masters of Arts in TESOL and become a licensed K-12 ESL teacher. This is a full-time cohort-based program that starts in May 2023 and continues until August 2024. During this time, you will complete 33-hours of coursework, a semester-long internship, student teaching for a semester, and receive guidance and support to complete your K-12 ESL license with NC. You can find more info here.

Register for a Virtual Information Session!

February 2, 2023  |  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

February 22, 2023  |  3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

March 14, 2023  |  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

March 27, 2023  |  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

April 25, 2023  |  3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

May 9, 2023  |  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

UNCG is also happy to answer your questions via email or set up a time to talk with you individually. In the meantime, why not sign up for the Project Ignite Newsletter!

Cherry Point Spouse Club Assistance Application

https://cherrypointspouseclub.org/Scholarship-&-Assistance

The Cherry Point Spouse Club (CPSC) on MCAS Cherry Point is a service organization composed of spouses of active duty and retired service members stationed on or living near MCAS Cherry Point. CPSC raises charitable funds from proceeds from The Whistle Stop Thrift Store. In the Spring, grants are made available from the pool of these charitable funds to support activities that benefit military members, families, and surrounding communities.

The size of CPSC grants typically vary from $200 - $5,000, with the average grant being $1,000. Projects should be sustainable, reusable, and monies awarded will complete the project. CPSC strongly encourages applications from organizations who will use funds to make an impact on our military community.

Application Criteria

• CPSC will consider grant requests from local organizations that support the community and operate with fiscal accountability and responsibility. 

• CPSC supports a wide variety of charitable activities with emphasis in the following areas: activities that benefit military members, families, and surrounding communities.

• CPSC also supports schools and select government programs.

• Organizations must demonstrate a non-discrimination policy regarding staff, employment, governing board and service delivery on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or national origin.

All applications should be clear and concise with straightforward answers. Applicants should demonstrate that the organization:

• Employs effective, proven methods to solve problems or address needs.

• Avoids duplication of service.

• Has clear objectives and a well thought out process to evaluate the program.

• Justifies the resources requested by demonstrating substantial positive benefits to the military community.

• Collaborates with other agencies & groups if appropriate.

Grants will not be made for the following purposes: 

Fundraising campaigns, fundraising events, marketing events, consumables/ food, testimonial dinners, re-granting of funds in an organization’s own name, salaries, supporting religious organizations for religious purposes, for general support of operating budgets, or to cover past operating deficits or debt.

Deadline is March 15, 2023. Please send all questions to CPspouseclub.President@gmail.com