Employee Matters: July Special EditionWelcome to the July issue of Employee Matters! This issue includes College activities, insights, and essential dates.
This is the exclusive newsletter for the month of July. Our next issue will be published on August 7. Then, we will return to our regular weekly schedule, beginning on August 21.
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Reminder: FY24 Performance Evaluations due August 16The FY24 performance evaluation process for staff, department chairs, and administrators is in progress.
Key upcoming deadlines and trainings for 12-month staff, department chair, and administrators:
- Supervisor Evaluations Deadline: Friday, August 16, including acknowledgement by both the employee and manager/supervisor.
Register for the “Conducting a Performance Evaluation FY24” workshop.
- Tuesday, July 16, 11 a.m.–noon
- Wednesday, July 31, 10–11 a.m
- Tuesday, August 13, 10–11 a.m.
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Celebrating Special Recognition Award RecipientsCongratulations to the 75 staff FY24 Q4 Special Recognition Award (SRA) recipients! For FY24, 208 staff members were recipients of the SRA.
The Montgomery College Special Recognition Award 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 bestowed 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 FY25 first quarter (Q1) award timeline is now open for accepting nominations. The closing deadline is October 1, 2024.
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Employee Data Dashboard The HRSTM Employee Data Dashboard provides monthly data about Montgomery College employees to encourage employees to access on-demand information and resources.
The data dashboard has been updated as of June 10, 2024.
The updates contain broad information, such as the total number of employees broken down by employee type and demographic category. We believe this dashboard will assist employees with answering queries, planning, and recognizing personnel trends at MC.
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Reminders About Flexible Work ArrangementsAs we begin the new fiscal year, it's important for all supervisors and employees to review our updated Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) procedures. To ensure compliance, please read the Reminders about Flexible Work Arrangements memo. This memo outlines important updates regarding telework agreements and required training.
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MC Foundation: William Valentin’s Commitment to Special Needs Education
William Valentin, a purchasing specialist at Montgomery College since 2023, has always prioritized education, especially special needs education. His son, a high-functioning autistic student with immense potential, is currently enrolled in the Graduate Transition Program (GTP), a two-year initiative focused on job training and placement. William chose GTP to ensure his son found the best fit for his needs and interests.
During his involvement with GTP, William connected with Karla Nabors, the program director. In 2021, Karla and Derrick Nabors established the John E. Green Sr. Endowed Educational Scholarship, which supports students with developmental disabilities. Inspired by their initiative, William contributes to the fund, emphasizing, “You can see the good that it does.”
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MC Wellness UpdatesStay informed about the latest wellness programs and resources available to support your health and well‑being.
Wellness EAP Reimbursement
Effective for FY25, the wellness Educational Assistance Program (EAP) reimbursement amount has increased to $50 per monthly activity. Eligible employees can submit for up to $50 per activity, provided they show usage of a minimum of ten (10) sessions in a month or 75 percent participation in the offering.
Caregiver Webinar Series for Employees and Spouses
Thursdays, 11 a.m.
Empower yourself while caring for loved ones with this free, four-week webinar series from Kaiser Permanente. Learn valuable resources and practical tips to manage your time, prioritize self-care, and navigate the challenges of caregiving.
The caregiver series includes:
- Thursday, July 11: Caring for Loved Ones
- Thursday, July 18: Owning Your Time as a Caregiver
- Thursday, July 25: Coping with Caregiving
- Thursday, August 1: A Mindful Approach to Caregiving
Register for the caregiver series, which is open to all MC employees, regardless of Kaiser Permanente membership. Participation in all four (4) sessions is encouraged, but not required.
Live Webinar Perimenopause and Menopause Series
Tuesday, July 16, 12:15 p.m.Session III: It’s Not Your Fitness, It’s Your Physiology
During this webinar discover how to:
- Get rid of unwanted fat.
- Increase lean muscle.
- Understand the amount of cardio fitness you need.
- Appreciate the importance of resistance training, meditation, and recovery.
Previous attendance at other webinars is not required. If you missed the previous webinars and would like a recording, please contact Megan Cooperman.
Stress Reduction and Mindfulness with Megan
Wednesday, July 24, 11 a.m.Join us to learn how to incorporate mindfulness practices to reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
This stress reduction and mindfulness session will help you to:
- Understand stress and identify its sources and signs.
- Recognize your role in stress creation and reduction.
- Learn techniques, including mindfulness, to lessen stress at work and at home.
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| Important Dates Thursday, July 11
“YuJa Open Lab,”
1–2 p.m., in Workday.
Tuesday, July 16
“Summer Staff PD 2024: Free, Diverse, and Abundant - Exploring the MC Library Resources for Your Development,”
9:30–10:30 a.m., in Workday.
“Summer Staff PD 2024: Creating Respectful Workplaces: Empowering Awareness and Preventing Harassment,” 11 a.m.–noon, in Workday. Thursday, July 18
“Summer Staff PD 2024: Enhancing Communication Competence,”
9:30–10:30 a.m., in Workday.
Saturday, July 20Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors due in Workday by noon.
Saturday, August 3Timesheets 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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- Café Coordinator
- Enrollment and Student Access Specialist
- Facilities Materials Specialist
- Part-time Faculty Service Learning Instructor
- Part-time WDCE Physical Therapy Aid Instructor
- Senior Program Director
- Transportation and Support Services Manager
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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, cardio and strength circuits, desk stretching, nutrition consultations, pickleball, yoga, Zumba ®, and more. All classes are complimentary for Montgomery College employees, their spouses, and retirees.
MC employees and retirees are required to register before they can participate in the FY25 wellness program.
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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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