Digital Fundamentals for Teaching and Learning (DFTL) Course Stipend Starting September 1, 2024, qualified part-time faculty who register for and complete the College’s mandatory Digital Fundamentals for Teaching and Learning (DFTL) course will be eligible for a one-time payment.
For more information, please reference the DFTL form. If you have any questions, please contact Erik Swanson, Director of the Institute for PT Faculty Engagement and Support.
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Join Us for Fall AskHR Sessions
We’re excited to announce our upcoming AskHR sessions this September! These sessions are a valuable opportunity to connect with the HR team, get your questions answered, and learn about topics relevant to your role at the College.
Submit Your Questions in Advance:
To make the sessions more effective, please submit your questions in advance here. This will help us address your specific concerns with detailed responses.
Onsite Non-Supervisory Staff Sessions:
- Takoma Park/Silver Spring: Monday, September 23,
11 a.m.–noon, HC 222. Register here. - Germantown: Tuesday, September 24, 2–3 p.m., in HT 216.
Register here. - Rockville: Wednesday, September 25, noon–1 p.m., in SW 301. Register here.
- Central Services: Thursday, September 26, 3–4 p.m., in BOT S108. Register here.
Virtual Sessions for Managers and Supervisors:
- Monday, September 23, 3–4 p.m. Register here.
- Thursday, September 26, 9–10 a.m. Register here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with HR and enhance your understanding of key topics impacting our work environment.
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Register for Our September Wealth Management Seminar Are you planning for retirement? Do you feel confident in your investment strategy? Join our wealth management seminar, presented by Equitable, where we’ll explore investment strategies, asset location versus asset allocation, and various approaches to achieving a comfortable retirement.
Register for our remaining in-person seminars:
- Germantown: Thursday, September 19, noon in BE 163. Register here.
- Central Services: Monday, September 23, 3 p.m. in S108. Register here.
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Period Activity Pay Reminders for Fall 2024 As a reminder, Period Activity Pay (PAP) is how all part-time faculty (PTF) are paid in Workday and must be entered by administrative aides (AAs) based on the timelines set by HRSTM to ensure timely payment. Please note the following PAP dates for the upcoming fall semester.
Fall Pay for Part-Time Faculty
The number of payments will vary based on when the classes occur (i.e., the specific part of the term). The majority of fall classes are in Part of Term 1, which will be paid over nine (9) pay dates.
The first pay date for the fall semester for PTF working Part of Term 1 will be Friday, September 20, 2024 and the ninth and final pay will be on Friday, January 10, 2025. AAs were contacted directly with specific details.
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MC Library Information Literacy Week 2024: September 23–27Registration is now open for Montgomery College Library’s first annual Information Literacy Week taking place this September 23–27. Information Literacy Week aims to promote awareness and understanding of information and media literacy, plagiarism and academic integrity, original work production, and recognizing internal and external bias.
In advance of the 2024 elections, this year’s theme is “Discover, Discern, Decide.” Events are led by MC faculty, staff, librarians, and a guest speaker. They are open to MC students, faculty, and staff, though some events are tailored to a specific audience group. Some highlights include:
Events are taking place on all three campuses and virtually. Visit the calendar of events to see the full schedule and register now for your sessions.
Have questions? Please contact Elizabeth Schlackman, chair of the Information Literacy Week Committee.
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MC Wellness UpdatesEmpower your well-being and explore the available MC employee activities.
Wellness EAP and PDAP Virtual Review Sessions:
- Thursday, September 12, 12:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 2, 3:30 p.m.
Learn how to submit an expense report for the Wellness Educational Assistance Program (EAP) and Professional Development Assistance Program (PDAP) and get your questions answered in real-time. Join Megan Cooperman on Zoom, or request a recording if you can’t attend live.
Healthy Aging and Physical Fitness
Wednesday, September 25,
Noon at Central Services S108 BOT Gallery or Zoom.
Discover how physical fitness can improve your daily life, mental health, and long-term wellness. Join Professor Beth Ridings of MC Wellness to learn tips for creating a personalized fitness routine, even with a busy schedule. RSVP today and receive a free exercise band!
Walktober, 6-Week Movement Challenge
October 1–November 11
Get moving this fall with Walktober! Participate solo or with a group in this fun challenge. Registration opens Monday, September 16.
Join us for the kick-off and Q&A session on Zoom, Tuesday,
October 1, 2024, from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.
Mental Health First Aid Certification Training
Friday, October 4
8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Central Services S108 BOT Gallery
This hybrid training, offered by the Mental Health Council, will equip you to reduce mental health stigma and better support your students and coworkers. Complete two (2) hours of preparatory videos, followed by six (6) hours of in-person training to earn certification. Additional sessions are available on Friday, November 1 and December 6. Contact Megan Cooperman to register.
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| Important Dates Thursday, September 12“YuJa Open Lab,”
2–3 p.m., in Workday.
Friday, September 13“Blackboard Learn Ultra Basics - Fall 2024,”
2:30–3:30 p.m., in Workday.
“Converting Original Courses to Blackboard Learn Ultra - Fall 2024,” - 2:30–3:30 p.m., in Workday.
Saturday, September 14Timesheets for non-exempt (hourly) employees and Period Activity Pay for all part‑time faculty and WDCE instructors are due in Workday by noon.
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- ACES Student Success Coordinator
- Campus Police Officer
- Community Use Scheduler
- Digital Learning Center Specialist
- Director of Enterprise Services
- Grounds Maintenance Worker
- Instructional Faculty
Full‑Time - Biology/Biotechnology - Instructional Faculty
Full‑Time - Mathematics
- Part-Time ABE/GED Correctional Facility Instructor
- Public Safety Officer II (OFC)
- Student Services Coordinator II
- Temporary - Nursing Lab Associate
- Transfer Credit Evaluator
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Workday Support for Employees
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Become a Contributor for Employee MattersAre you interested in submitting an employee-related article for publication or becoming a regular columnist for Employee Matters?
We’d love to collaborate with you and hear your story. Please submit your article to Tiffani Smith, Fridays by noon.
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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 and
in-person classes for aqua fitness, cardio and strength circuits, desk stretching, Monday meditation, 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.
Register here for MC Wellness and Open Fitness.
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Employee Matters Newsletter OnlineMiss an issue? Find current and previous issues of the Employee Matters newsletter, as well as other Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management (HRSTM) news and employee communications here.
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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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