MC Center for Early Education Lab School Hosts Annual Show on May 4
The Montgomery College Center for Early Education Lab School will host its annual 2023 Blooming Artist Gallery Show on May 4, from noon–2:00 p.m. The show will be held outdoors on the children’s playground (children will be inside). MC faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend.
The show will feature children’s artful expressions of the works of Yoko Ono, Faith Ringgold, Maria Martinez, Yayoi Kusama, and Claude Monet, to name a few. Come and discover the inspired work of our young artists. The wonderful educators of the CEE Lab School have created amazing documentation panels for you to review and reflect upon the children’s artistic journeys. Small goodie bags will be provided, and a message board will be available for guests to write little notes of inspiration for the young aspiring artists.
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April Showers Bring May Flowers, But Fruits and Vegetables Bring Health Year-Round
According to a recent study published in Circulation (2021), a journal of the American Heart Association, a meta-analysis of 26 studies) identified the optimal intake of fruits and vegetables for long-term health. Increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables that you consume can improve your health and lower the risk of serious medical conditions. The study looked at data to see how different amounts of produce affect general health. It also focused on the risk of death from cancer, heart disease, and respiratory disease.
Researchers compared people who ate five (5) servings of fruit and vegetables each day with people who only ate two (2) servings a day. Those who consumed five (5) daily servings had:
- 35 percent lower risk of respiratory disease
- 13 percent lower risk of death
- 12 percent lower risk of heart disease and stroke
- 10 percent lower risk of cancer
It's easy to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your daily nutrition by adding two fruit servings (3/4 cup to 1 cup each) and three vegetable servings (2/3 cup to 1 cup each) daily. Whether you snack on fresh berries, add spinach to your morning smoothie, or load up on colorful veggies at dinner, your body will thank you for making the switch to a healthier lifestyle.
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Employee Spotlight: Meet Carrie ShawCarrie D. Shaw has been a faculty member with the English Language for Academic Purposes (ELAP) Department in Germantown since 2005. She implements a student-centered approach with technology in the classroom and strong individual student advocacy for success. She has a BA in political science and French from Saint Mary’s Honors College of Maryland and an MEd from the University of Maryland.
Carrie is a lifelong avid swimmer who encourages other MC faculty and staff to take advantage of the MC pool facilities through our MC Wellness-sponsored swim meet-up called Co-swimmers. In September 2022, Carrie reached out to Megan Cooperman, the new Employee Wellness Specialist, with her idea to start an employee swim group at Germantown. Carrie hoped to inspire and motivate fellow MC employees to meet up at the pool to practice swimming laps and strokes and participate in water exercises to benefit their overall health. Megan thought this was a terrific idea, appreciating Carrie's motivation to inspire others to move during their day, and has valued working with Carrie and the Co-Swimmers ever since. Swimmers and aqua fitness attendees of all levels are always welcome.
MC Wellness would like to recognize and thank Carrie for her dedication to the well-being of herself and others!
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MC Wellness: Transforming Your Health and Well-Being Take care of your mind and body by joining us for the upcoming MC Wellness activities.
Zen Cycling and Yoga Nidra Class at Senz Studio
Senz is located at 14925 Shady Grove, Rockville, MD 20850.
Tuesday Table Massage
- Tuesday, May 2, 30-minute onsite table massage services will be available at Central Services (CT) in S115, with the exception of
- Tuesday, May 16, when they will be at Takoma Park/Silver Spring (TP/SS) in ST302.
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month in May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're excited to offer several events to support the mental health and wellness of our employees.
- Thursday, May 4, “May the Fourth Be with You Yoga” at Rockville (RV) at noon. This session is open to MC employees and students.
- Wednesday, May 10, Mini Mental Health Fair at Central Services (CT) from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Learn how to foam roll, make your own essential oil diffuser or bath salts, win giveaways, and more! Drop in and explore the resources and services available to support your mental wellness.
- Thursday, May 11, Virtual Healthy Happy Hour to De-stress with Jeremy Ragdale at the Piano Bar from 4–5 p.m. Register for the MC Wellness featured event.
- Friday, May 13, Open Gym hours on all campuses will close for the summer at 1 p.m. The Open Gym hours will resume in the fall. Please visit the MC Wellness webpage frequently for class schedule updates.
As a reminder, through Wellness and the Educational Assistance Program, you can receive up to $35 off your gym membership. To attend any wellness events, all participants must register for MC Wellness. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Cooperman.
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The #YouBelongHere Movement at Montgomery College
Twice a month, Employee Matters will feature a #YouBelongHere Montgomery College Television (MCTV) spotlight on a college employee and their personal story of belonging at MC.
This week, the spotlight is on Professor Valérie Tanner, an Integrated Studies faculty member who, in her role as an academic advisor, helps students understand the options and resources available at MC to help them reach their educational and career goals.
MCTV makes it easy for YOU to share the spotlight in the #YouBelongHere campaign:
- Share a picture of yourself to be featured in the #YouBelongHere mosaic, and/or
- Share a personal statement describing your experience of belonging at MC, what made you feel you belonged here, how you found acceptance at MC, or your personal definition of diversity and inclusion.
Through the #YouBelongHere campaign, MCTV hopes to feature a wide range of members of the MC family, help build authentic and meaningful connections, and show how everyone plays an important role in creating an open community and a safe space for all. Will you be the next MC employee in the spotlight?
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Fit It In: Building Exercise Into a Busy Schedule
In todays fast-paced world, squeezing in a workout can seem like an insurmountable task. Yet, with strategic planning and access to up-to-date exercise resources, incorporating physical activity into your daily routine can be simpler than anticipated. It is essential to consult your physician before commencing any fitness regimen. One way to streamline your schedule is by compiling a list to prioritize and structure your days. Eliminate extraneous engagements that add little value to your life and concentrate on what matters most to you and your loved ones.
Health experts used to advocate structured aerobic exercise programs that required 20 minutes of vigorous activity at least three times a week. Good planning can be the key to an effective exercise program. Take a good look at what you do every day. If you have time, keep a log of the activities you engage in on a typical day. Then sit down and evaluate your schedule.
Setting goals for yourself can keep you motivated to find time to exercise. We all have days when exercising just does not seem worth the effort. When you get discouraged, remember that regular physical activity reduces your risk of developing many illnesses. Exercise also gives you extra energy and helps you feel better about yourself.
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| Important Dates Thursday, April 27“The Journey Towards Becoming an Anti-Racist Institution,” 10 a.m.–noon, in Workday.
Friday, April 28“Tech it Out, April 2023,”
2–2:45 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, April 29“Love of Teaching Half-Day Conference: Empowering All Learners: Building Inclusive Learning Environments?,”
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.,
in Workday.
Monday, May 1
Tuesday, May 2“Adding a Positionality Statement to Your Syllabus,”
10–11 a.m., in Workday.
Saturday, May 13
Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors due in Workday by noon.
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Current guidance for MC employees since the College returned to full onsite staffing:
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- Biology Instructional Associate
- Building Services Worker
- College Ombuds
- Collegewide Mental Health Services Coordinator
- Early College Program Coordinator
- Public Safety Officer II
- Recruitment and College Access Specialist
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Workday Support for Employees
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Become a Contributor for Employee MattersAre you interested in submitting an article for publication or becoming a regular columnist for Employee Matters?
We’re always looking for fresh College and employee-related content and we'd love to collaborate with you and hear your story.
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Emergency Evacuation Accommodation It is important for all employees to have an emergency evacuation plan in place in the event of an emergency. Those who may need assistance during an evacuation due to a disability should consider identifying themselves to employers and building managers to aid in the planning process.
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The MC Wellness program offers online classes daily, including barre, bootcamp, cardio kickboxing, yoga, Zumba ®, and more. Visit the Wellness page for the 2023 spring schedule and descriptions of classes.
Visit MC Wellness for class schedules, wellness forms, and resources.
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