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Mandatory DPS Benefits Open Enrollment: May 1-20, 2012- Visit Open Enrollment Central. This is an active enrollment year in which employees currently enrolled in a medical plan, or a health care or dependent care flexible spending account, are required to re-enroll to continue their elections. In addition there are two new plans, which are Consumer Driven Health Plans (CDHP). Please visit Open Enrollment Central for more detailed information and instructions on how to enroll.
IMPORTANT SUMMER INSURANCE INFORMATION: During the summer months, hourly employees may continue benefit coverage by paying their premium portion either by working enough hours through the summer to cover premium costs or by paying through the voucher program. Hourly employees also have the option to waive (drop) their insurance coverage through the summer. If you are an hourly employee and working through the summer or wish to waive insurance July and August, you must indicate your intentions by completing the attached Benefit Summer Insurance Program Selection Form and fax it to 720-423-3924 or return it to Denver Public Schools, Employee Benefit Department, 900 Grant Street, Room 502, Denver, CO 80203 by June 15, 2012. Click here for more details.
PRINCIPAL INFORMATION – 2012-2013 STAFFING
Principals and school administrators, please follow this link for relevant information regarding the 2012-2013 Spring Staffing Cycle. All 2012-2013 Spring Staffing resources are available via the Principal Portal.
Teacher Forms – 2012-2013 Staffing Information
Human Resources would like to encourage teachers who have been reduced through the “Reduction In Building Staff (RIBS)” process, to actively apply and interview for vacancies in the District. All available teaching positions, including all positions for which you may be qualified, will be posted at: http://www.teachindenver.com/. Positions for the 2012-2013 school year will be available online starting 2/14/2012.
If you have been reduced through the RIBS process, please complete and return the attached Teacher Profile
Announcing theyourevolution- DPS staff wellness program Theyourevolution includes a variety of programs and resources to help you achieve your health goals, including a network of staff wellness champions. Sign up today for a free pedometer when you register for the 10,000 Steps program. And join us for a fun, staff wellness champion training on October 6 or 12. Join the revolution today!
Lawson ESS and Payroll Changes
Stay in the know about upcoming changes to the DPS Human Resources and Payroll systems. Click here to learn how these changes will impact you, get answers to your questions, and find tools and resources to prepare you for the changes.READ MORE
Paraprofessional Educational Trust Fund
An educational trust fund was established in the Agreement between the Denver Federation for Paraprofessionals and the Denver Public Schools. Interest earned from the $300,000 Trust Fund is used to pay tuition and related expenses for selected paraprofessionals enrolled in an accredited college program leading to certification as a teacher. READ MORE
Paraprofessional to Teacher Program LEARN MORE
New Teachers and Other Educators
Be sure to visit the New Teachers Web site for summer professional development opportunities, Induction information, helpful links, and more!
Teachers & Future DPS Teachers
Federal Teacher Grants are available for Masters degrees in Secondary Math, Secondary Science, Reading, Linguistically Diverse, and Special Education [pdf]
