2024-25 Staff Work Calendars Now Published

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Staff calendars for the 2024-25 school year are now published on the Time and Attendance Documentation web page (under “Employees” or “Timekeepers”). Please use the published work calendars for guidance on your schedule rather than what you see on your future timecard, as timecards do not always show holidays and non-workdays until the actual work week.

2024-25 Staff Work Calendars

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benefitsFOCUS: Ongoing Medical Plan Dependent Eligibility Reviews Begin in May

Over the spring and summer of 2023, we required all employees covering dependents on our medical plan at that time to complete a Dependent Eligibility Review process. The review was conducted by Part D Advisors (PDA), an independent cost containment firm that specializes in conducting eligibility reviews. The purpose of the review was to ensure that all dependents enrolled on our plan met eligibility guidelines for coverage. All employees, retirees, and COBRA participants on our health plan who covered spouses/children were required to complete this process, which wrapped up in September. Since that time, all new dependents on the plan have undergone the same review process.

Beginning this month, PDA will begin random spot audits of dependents enrolled on our medical plan with the goal of reviewing all of our covered dependents at least once in a 3-year rolling period to ensure that we are continuing to cover eligible dependents in a fair and equitable manner. Continue reading

Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan: Free Virtual Consultations Available May 6-10

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The sooner you start planning for retirement, the easier it can be. If you wait, it could take much more per pay period to achieve the same goal. Let’s get started! Schedule a free 30-minute virtual consultation with one of our Nationwide consultants to learn more about Albemarle County’s 457(b) deferred compensation plan. Through a 457(b) plan, you can contribute to your account each pay period; invest that money so it can potentially grow into a lot more; and use tools to monitor your account and make adjustments as needed.

Appointments are set aside for ACPS employees next week, May 6-10! To schedule, scan the QR code in the flyer below or visit https://bit.ly/ACVA457. Continue reading

Join acac in April & Pay $0 Membership Dues Until May!

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acac Fitness and Wellness Centers offer a variety of programs to meet your fitness needs through fun and healthy activities for everyone. acac is not just a gym, but a community of support with over 300 weekly group classes, personal training opportunities, aquatic programs, nutrition services, and much more. Albemarle County Public Schools employees qualify for discounted rates! Get started living your best life… call or stop by your local acac to learn more.

Join this April and pay $0 in membership dues until May! Continue reading

A Message from HR: Prioritize Your Physical & Financial Well-Being

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While you’re taking some well-deserved time away from your work over Spring Break, we encourage you to prioritize something equally important: your physical and financial well-being. Take advantage of the downtime and schedule an annual physical (Check out our BeWell Bucks campaign articles!) AND review your retirement savings strategies (Don’t have one? NOW is a great time to start!) with one of our Lincoln 403b, Nationwide 457, or Hybrid Plan/Commonwealth of Virginia 457 plan representatives. (Contact information is available on our Retirement Savings web page.) Take time to take care of YOU: Future YOU will thank you!

Also, remember: This week’s pay is the third payroll in March. The only deductions taken from a third payroll in a month are taxes, mandatory deductions like child support and garnishments, and payments for amounts owed. Normal deductions will resume in the April 12 pay. Please keep this in mind as you review your pay stub in the ADP Employee Portal.

BeWell Bucks, Issue 2: In-Network vs. Out-of-Network & How to Prepare!

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Hello, BeWell Wizards! Can you believe it’s already been a month since we launched our BeWell Bucks: Invest in Your Health Wealth campaign? Time flies when you’re focused on wellness!

Are you making use of the “Find Care” tools available at Anthem.com to find community providers that fit your health and wellness needs? Your feedback matters, and we’re eager to know how we can better support you in taking control of your health.

To further empower you in this journey, we’re back with Issue 2 of our campaign and we’re diving deeper into understanding In-Network vs. Out-of-Network Coverage as well as offering Tips and Tricks to help you feel prepared for your appointments. Continue reading

Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan: Schedule a Virtual Consultation April 1-5

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The sooner you start planning for retirement, the easier it can be. If you wait, it could take much more per pay period to achieve the same goal. Let’s get started! Schedule a free 30-minute virtual consultation with one of our Nationwide consultants to learn more about Albemarle County’s 457(b) deferred compensation plan. Through a 457(b) plan, you can contribute to your account each pay period; invest that money so it can potentially grow into a lot more; and use tools to monitor your account and make adjustments as needed.

Appointments are set aside for ACPS employees next week, April 1-5! To schedule, scan the QR code in the flyer below or visit https://bit.ly/ACVA457. Continue reading

Retirement Planning Opportunities in March & April

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Preparing for and navigating your financial future is easier than you might think. Your Defined Contribution (DC) Plans Retirement Specialist is ready to help answer your questions about saving, investing, planning and more! Join facilitator Steven McGregor for an upcoming seminar or individual account review! These opportunities are open to all ACPS employees and may be most beneficial for VRS Hybrid Plan members. Continue reading

Make Sure Your Budget Is Ready for Summer: Join an Info Session This Week!

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Attention non-exempt 10- and 11-month employees! Is your budget ready for summer? Enjoy summer break without worry. Start your dedicated summer savings account today to cover expenses while school is out. ACPS has partnered with UVA Community Credit Union to help you get started! Please see the flyer below for details or join one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more:

  • TODAY! Monday, March 18 | 2 to 3 p.m.
  • Wednesday, March 20 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
  • Friday, March 22 | 10 to 11 a.m.
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Summer Pay Option for 10- & 11-Month Classified Staff

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Attention non-exempt 10- and 11-month employees! Is your budget ready for summer? Enjoy summer break without worry. Start your dedicated summer savings account today to cover expenses while school is out. ACPS has partnered with UVA Community Credit Union to help you get started! Please see the flyer below for details or join one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more: Continue reading