Buzz into the Hive -HR
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elcome to the first edition of The HR Hive! This newsletter is designed to inform and keep you updated on a variety of topics in Human Resources. Feel free to read, browse, and learn at your own pace If there are any topics you'd like to see covered in future editions, don't hesitate to let us know here.
Partners
Buzzing Resources Page - 2 Hive of Knowledge Page - 5 Hive Hype Page - 7 Hive-Hype Page - 4
Buzzing with Resources
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Listen to the video to motivate yourself -”Check your Baggage”
Center School District Website
Did you know the Center website under staff resources has tools for you such as exception time-sheets, Key-Net, Direct deposit, Will-Sub and Softworks? We do right here
“Whatever you do, do it well. Do it so well when people see you do it they will want to come back and see you do it again and they will want to bring others and show them how well you do what you do.”
-Walt Disney
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to provide confidential support and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges, ensuring your well-being and success.
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Who is the best person to talk about your school? You! Yes, You! Center Communication needs your help. We want to celebrate the great things happening at your school. Can you please send an update, any upcoming events and any good news to our Communications Director, Ms. Johnson.
Ms Johnson Director of Communications
email: ljohnson@center.k12.mo.us
New rolesinCO
CENTRALOFFICE Congratulations
Hive Heroes
WeareexcitedtoannounceTamaraPinkstonhas joinedtheSpecialServicesDepartmentasthe newExecutiveAdministrativeAssistant.Tamara bringsawealthofexperienceandastrongskill settotherole,andwearethrilledtowelcomeher totheteam Shewillbeworkingcloselywithstaff, alongsideSarahHunter,toensuretheSpecial Servicesdepartmentoperatessmoothlyand efficiently
Special services
PleasejoinusincongratulatingRebeccaSanders, ournewPayrollSpecialist.With9yearsofdedicated servicetotheCenterSchoolDistrict,Rebeccahas consistentlydemonstratedhercommitmentand expertise.Sheisexcitedtocontinuemakingvaluable contributionstotheFinanceDepartmentand supportingthedistrict’ssuccess.Forpayroll questionsandtosendintimesheets,pleaseutilize thepayrollemail
Tamara Pinkston
TamaraPinkston
Hive of Knowledge
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Process
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Complete the Form by March 7, 2025.
Apply for a Job on the Center School District website It is important to be logged into your SchoolSpring account If you don’t have an account, please create one
Wait for an Interview from the administrator or Hiring Manager.
If you’re interested in applying for another position, it is your responsibility to tell your current administrator.
If you receive an offer and accept the position, inform your current administrator 1 3 2
If Administrator or Hiring Manager decides to hire a staff member, they are to contact the current principal and or administrator for a reference and to share they are hiring the applicant .
If the position is accepted, the administrator or Hiring Manager will submit a request to hire. HR will call and offer the candidate the transfer position.
The Board of Education expects every employee to act professionally, ethically and responsibly; use good judgment; and do what is necessary to maintain a safe learning environment and positive relations with students, parents/guardians, coworkers and the public. In addition to expectations in other Board policies and directives from supervisors, district expectations for employees include, but are not limited to, the following: (check the policy), The first 3 people who can share three expectations from the policy will win a prize. Email the answers to Centers’ HR Partner.
ive Updates
Administrators should review and approve all time entries by Tuesday of the following week for the previous week. It is the responsibility of staff to also ensure their time is approved. If there are discrepancies or missing time entries, staff should submit an exception time sheet, which the administrator or designated person should update by Tuesday at 12:00 PM. Reminders are on calendars. Warnings are being sent, and will be discontinued starting in March.
All staff members should enter their own absences in WillSub. If they miss the date/time to input, they need to contact their administrator The administrator or staff member can reach out to HR-Help for guidance Administrators must approve all time entries by Saturday night at 11:59 PM for the prior week.
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Two of our students, Pertula and Benjamin were accepted into the KC Storytellers Program through the Greater Kansas City Writing Project! Alexa Lopez nominated them both a few months ago and wanted to share how proud she is of them.
PD- SESSIONS WERE BUZZING...
“I want to thank our incredible presenters who pivoted and have provided an incredible morning of learning for us! We have such amazing educators, and we got to see that in action this morning.” -Dr. Casey
"AI is not just a tool. It empowers us to work smarter, make better decisions, and unlock possibilities we once only dreamed of. The way AI enhances creativity, efficiency, and problem-solving is truly remarkable—it's shaping the future right before our eyes. Way to go Megan Martin.
Self-care is not a luxury; it's a necessity Prioritizing our well-being mentally, emotionally, and physically allows us to show up as our best selves in every aspect of life Thank you Amelia and Renee
Technology is the driving force behind progress, transforming the way we live, work, and connect with the world It was exciting to see how technology is not just advancing but also empowering us to think bigger and achieve more It was so much fun Erin and Tekoyia
Hipe up our Center staff and students
Mrs. Mackender’s ELA class, students read Refugee by Alan Gratz. While they learned about theme, climax, character and elements of a story, they also learned about refugees and some of the circumstances that occur around the world that lead to the journey that many refugees take. They were moved by the struggles and experiences that refugees go through, especially children. With Mrs. Mackender’s guidance, students made hats and scarves and distributed them to an elementary school that serves many refugees that have just arrived in the US. The school was able to secure some winter coats for their students but not hats and scarves. Our Yellowjackets met that need. They spent a small portion of class over a period of time making hats and scarves. They utilized part of their lunch, Yellowjacket hour and whenever they could to assist. The school sent the following for us to share check out Global Academy
HIPE, HIPE, IT UP
Black Excellence Career Fair had a great turn-out
CHS
The 'Anxious Generation' presentation shed light on an important issue, highlighting how modern challenges, especially the impact on mental health, very eye opening Isaias
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