What's New

NYSUT 403b Workshop

February 15, 2012 @ 5:00 PM - NYSUT Regional Office

The complexities behind the various types and providers of 403(b) plans continue to rank as one of the bigger financial concerns our members face. To assist BTA/NYSUT members with these decisions, a 403(b) provider-specific workshop is available. Since the workshop is relatively new, you are invited to attend this workshop at the NYSUT Regional Office (200 Essjay Road, Williamsville) in order for you to get a better idea of what this workshop covers and the value it offers you and your members. While there is normally a fee to attend this workshop, the fee is being waived for this special occasion. Please reference the flyer for details and seriously consider attending. Dinner is included and the session should run from 5 to 6:30 pm. The "snow date" is 2/16 at the same time and location.

Consolidation

Consolidation of the district remains under consideration by the administration and Board of Education. The plans are being reviewed by the budget ambassadors this month with a BOE decision to be made in March. If a consolidation plan is approved, BTA and the administration will work together to develop plans for moving teachers' classroom materials. In addition, BTA and the adminstration will work together to review the transfer process as outlined in the current contract.

Need Advice About Retirement?

Teachers can make an appointment to meet with a representative of the TRS at the high school on 2/15, 3/7, 3/28, 5/23 or 6/13. Appointments can be made online at MyNYSTRS (log in and select the my tools tab>schedule appointment) or by calling 800-348-7298, extension 6100.

Health Insurance Investigation Committee

At the request of Deputy Superintendent Chris Dailey, a committee is being formed to investigate other health insurance providers. Jeremy Mettler has volunteered to be part of the committee; two more teachers are needed.

Attention Animal Lovers

Have you ever taken a pet to the vet and wished you could use your health insurance to cover the cost? After all, pets are family, right? Well, you can't use your health insurance because it only covers humans BUT you can now purchase pet insurance through NYSUT! Click here for full details about the potentially very beneficial plan.

Domain 4 and Mini-Observations

The teacher observation pilot is up and running; this process is designed to evaluate domains 1-3 in Danielson's Framework for Teaching. It is recommended that you document your domain 4 activities throughout the year; this form may be helpful in that process. Contact Mark Warren with questions and concerns.

Union Updates

Please continue to collect the following: books for the Richmond Library or the collection boxes at each school, pop can tabs for kidney dialysis patients,delivered to Pamela then to Lake Plains Dialysis here in Batavia, cell phones for Domestic Violence c/o the YWCA, eyeglasses to be re-made through the Lions Club and flags that need to be retired appropriately by the veterans.

Mark Your Calendar...

February
20-22-Presidents' Day; no school
27-BTA

Verizon Discount for Teachers

Verizon phone service is offering 19% off if you are an educator. Try using www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscounts.

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	What's New NYSUT 403b Workshop February 15, 2012 @ 5:00 PM - NYSUT Regional Office The complexities behind the various types and providers of 403(b) plans continue to rank as one of the bigger financial concerns our members face. To assist BTA/NYSUT members with these decisions, a 403(b) provider-specific workshop is available. Since the workshop is relatively new, you are invited to attend this workshop at the NYSUT Regional Office (200 Essjay Road, Williamsville) in order for you to get a better idea of what this workshop covers and the value it offers you and your members. While there is normally a fee to attend this workshop, the fee is being waived for this special occasion. Please reference the flyer for details and seriously consider attending. Dinner is included and the session should run from 5 to 6:30 pm. The "snow date" is 2/16 at the same time and location. Consolidation Consolidation of the district remains under consideration by the administration and Board of Education. The plans are being reviewed by the budget ambassadors this month with a BOE decision to be made in March. If a consolidation plan is approved, BTA and the administration will work together to develop plans for moving teachers' classroom materials. In addition, BTA and the adminstration will work together to review the transfer process as outlined in the current contract. Need Advice About Retirement? Teachers can make an appointment to meet with a representative of the TRS at the high school on 2/15, 3/7, 3/28, 5/23 or 6/13. Appointments can be made online at MyNYSTRS (log in and select the my tools tab>schedule appointment) or by calling 800-348-7298, extension 6100. Health Insurance Investigation Committee At the request of Deputy Superintendent Chris Dailey, a committee is being formed to investigate other health insurance providers. Jeremy Mettler has volunteered to be part of the committee; two more teachers are needed. Attention Animal Lovers Have you ever taken a pet to the vet and wished you could use your health insurance to cover the cost? After all, pets are family, right? Well, you can't use your health insurance because it only covers humans BUT you can now purchase pet insurance through NYSUT! Click here for full details about the potentially very beneficial plan. Domain 4 and Mini-Observations The teacher observation pilot is up and running; this process is designed to evaluate domains 1-3 in Danielson's Framework for Teaching. It is recommended that you document your domain 4 activities throughout the year; this form may be helpful in that process. Contact Mark Warren with questions and concerns. Union Updates Please continue to collect the following: books for the Richmond Library or the collection boxes at each school, pop can tabs for kidney dialysis patients,delivered to Pamela then to Lake Plains Dialysis here in Batavia, cell phones for Domestic Violence c/o the YWCA, eyeglasses to be re-made through the Lions Club and flags that need to be retired appropriately by the veterans. Mark Your Calendar... February 20-22-Presidents' Day; no school 27-BTA Verizon Discount for Teachers Verizon phone service is offering 19% off if you are an educator. Try using www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscounts.	FAQs GRTC National Board Certification Loan Reduction Program PD360 PDP Timekeeper Health Insurance Thinkfinity
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