Employee Matters: July Special EditionWelcome to the July issue of Employee Matters! This issue is jam-packed with information that will provide you with College activities, insights, and essential dates.
This is the exclusive newsletter for the month of July.
Our next issue will be published on August 9. We will resume publishing a weekly newsletter on August 23 during Fall 2023 Professional Week.
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June’s Wellness Achievers: Preventative Care Reward Winners
Congratulations to our June winners! Yi Sheh prioritized their physical health with an annual physical checkup. Sarah Lee dazzled us with her commitment to oral health through an annual dental check-up and cleaning.
Let’s give them both a round of applause for their dedication to wellness!
Are you eligible for benefits? Don't miss out on the opportunity to be rewarded for your preventative care efforts in 2023. Enter our monthly raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes.
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Summer Period Activity Pay Due Dates for FacultySummer II (202410) starts July 10, 2023, and ends August 18, 2023.
In order for part-time and full-time faculty to be paid by July 28, 2023, all Period Activity Pays must be completed and approved by the dean or chair by COB Thursday, July 20.
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Reminder: Deferred Pay Program Forms Due by August 1The Deferred Pay Program (DPP) for full-time faculty is still open for the FY24 academic year. All acknowledgement forms for the FY24 Academic Year are due to HRSTM for processing by August 1.
To learn more about eligibility, how DP deductions are calculated, and the benefits and limitations of the program, please visit the Deferred Pay Program webpage on the Office of Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) website.
Additionally, please read the DPP memo that was sent out on May 8, 2023, for important reminders and information.
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Don’t Miss the Deadline: FY23 Performance Evaluations Due by August 18Have you completed your self-evaluation yet? In a memo dated May 22, 2023, HRSTM recommended that self-evaluations be completed by the end of June, allowing managers and supervisors the month of July to conduct evaluations and meet with employees.
The collegewide deadline for the supervisor evaluations is Friday, August 18, 2023.
For comprehensive guidance, please review the memo and visit the Performance Management webpage. You can access Workday Training Sessions, recorded demonstrations, and additional information to support the evaluation process.
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Nominate Your Colleague for a Quarterly Staff Special Recognition AwardThe Montgomery College Special Recognition Award (SRA) recognizes and celebrates staff members for exemplary performance on the job or for providing superior customer service to others at a time or event. Awards are issued quarterly throughout the fiscal year. Current full-time or part-time staff members employed at the College for at least one year are eligible to receive the SRA once per fiscal year.
The FY24 first quarter (Q1) award nomination window is open and accepting nominations. The closing deadline is October 1, 2023.
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Explore the Updated MC Wellness WebpageWe are excited to announce the recent update to the MC Wellness webpage. The site has been refreshed to provide you with even more valuable wellness resources, comprehensive details about eligible wellness expenses under the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and additional frequently asked questions.
Please take this opportunity to review the resources that are available to you and access information that will help you understand different facets of the wellness program.
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Shape Our Wellness Classes: Complete the Online SurveyComplete the wellness survey to help shape our wellness class offerings for FY24. Your input is essential in developing a program that meets your needs.
MC Wellness appreciates your contribution to the development of a personalized program that promotes your well-being.
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| Important Dates Tuesday, July 18“Staff Summer PD 2023 - Microsoft Outlook Essentials,”
9 a.m.–noon, in Workday.
Wednesday, July 19 "Staff Summer PD 2023 - Mindfulness Meditation to Recharge Yourself,"
10:30–11:30 a.m., in Workday.
Saturday, July 22Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors due in Workday by noon.
Thursday, July 27"What to Do Next: Finding Meaning and Purpose in Your Career and Life,"
3–3:30 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, August 5Timesheets 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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- Construction Management Full-Time Faculty
- Geographic Information Systems Analyst
- Part-Time Faculty Sociology Instructor
- Technical Training and Development Coordinator
- Title IX 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 and in-person classes, including aqua fitness and swimming, barre, cardio and strength circuit, movement break, Pilates, yoga, Zumba ®, and more. Visit MC Wellness for class schedules, wellness forms, and resources.
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Join the MC Employees Facebook GroupStay in the know by joining the MC Employees Facebook group. This group is only open to Montgomery College employees and will require approval to join.
Join. Like. Comment. Share.
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