Emily Griffith Opportunity School
"Trimming the Fat"
Are you interested in losing a pound or two or more? Twenty-five of your colleagues have organized a "weight loss" program. We will be eating good and nutritious food and following whatever plan works for you.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the group, contact Jan Raymond or Sharron Carosella to find out about it. We will weigh in (privately) in the mail room on Monday, February 2.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Monday, January 26, 2009
Exit Letter from Connie Burke
To All EGOS Staff,
Due to severe budget restrictions at Emily Griffith Opportunity School, my position has been eliminated effective January 30. All my working contracts will go to the appropriate deans, and Dr. Sharron Carosella will be taking any new leads or referrals. Corporate Training will not be marketed as a program, but we will be honoring what is already in place. All new inquiries should be referred to Sharron Carosella during this transition.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Sharron, as my supervisor, for all her support and encouragement regarding the Corporate Training Center and for always being there to give advice and listen.
I would also especially like to thank Les Lindauer very much for allowing me the privilege of being able to work at this unique school for the past four years. It has been a very rich and rewarding experience. Les, our Executive Leader, is facing daunting fiscal times. We must remember that "cowboys are quiet but strong and always bring the cattle home safely." This is what Les is trying to do for our school.
Last, but not least, thank you all who have been there for me on so many occasions and have lended your support, advice and friendship. All of the staff at this school have much passion and compassion. I have made some wonderful friendships, during my stay here, that I will always treasure.
I'm sure our paths will cross again in the future.
Thank you all and God Bless.
Connie Burke
Due to severe budget restrictions at Emily Griffith Opportunity School, my position has been eliminated effective January 30. All my working contracts will go to the appropriate deans, and Dr. Sharron Carosella will be taking any new leads or referrals. Corporate Training will not be marketed as a program, but we will be honoring what is already in place. All new inquiries should be referred to Sharron Carosella during this transition.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Sharron, as my supervisor, for all her support and encouragement regarding the Corporate Training Center and for always being there to give advice and listen.
I would also especially like to thank Les Lindauer very much for allowing me the privilege of being able to work at this unique school for the past four years. It has been a very rich and rewarding experience. Les, our Executive Leader, is facing daunting fiscal times. We must remember that "cowboys are quiet but strong and always bring the cattle home safely." This is what Les is trying to do for our school.
Last, but not least, thank you all who have been there for me on so many occasions and have lended your support, advice and friendship. All of the staff at this school have much passion and compassion. I have made some wonderful friendships, during my stay here, that I will always treasure.
I'm sure our paths will cross again in the future.
Thank you all and God Bless.
Connie Burke
Friday, January 23, 2009
DPS ID to Replace Social Security Numbers
DPSID to Replace Social Security Numbers
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
DPS utilizes the Lawson system to perform its Payroll, Human Resources and Benefits functions. Beginning on January 26, 2009, for confidentiality reasons, the DPSID is replacing the SSN when accessing personal employee information. Your 9-digit DPSID will be used as the unique identifier in our database system.
The above changes will impact all employees in the following manner:
. For confidentiality reasons, DPS ID is replacing the SSN when accessing personal employee information.
. The DPS ID appears in upper right corner of Lawson Portal screen.
End user documentation currently located on the HR Website (http://hr.dpsk12.org/sea/) will be updated to match the new system. Prior to January 26th, a training area will be made available to you so you can experiment with the new systems and ask questions.
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
DPS utilizes the Lawson system to perform its Payroll, Human Resources and Benefits functions. Beginning on January 26, 2009, for confidentiality reasons, the DPSID is replacing the SSN when accessing personal employee information. Your 9-digit DPSID will be used as the unique identifier in our database system.
The above changes will impact all employees in the following manner:
. For confidentiality reasons, DPS ID is replacing the SSN when accessing personal employee information.
. The DPS ID appears in upper right corner of Lawson Portal screen.
End user documentation currently located on the HR Website (http://hr.dpsk12.org/sea/) will be updated to match the new system. Prior to January 26th, a training area will be made available to you so you can experiment with the new systems and ask questions.
Changes to SEA (Self Evident Applications)
Changes to SEA
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
DPS utilizes the Lawson system to perform its Payroll, Human Resources and Benefits functions. Beginning on January 26, 2009, Employee Self Service, Manager Self Service, and Payroll Time Entry will be upgraded and will be accessed via the Lawson Portal rather than SEA.
The above changes will impact all employees in the following manner:
. Employee Self Service screens have more modern look and feel, with links on left margin of screen.
. The DPS ID appears in upper right corner of Lawson Portal screen.
End user documentation currently located on the HR Website (http://hr.dpsk12.org/sea/) will be updated to match the new system. Prior to January 26th, a training area will be made available to you so you can experiment with the new systems and ask questions.
Please forward any and all questions to RPMLawson@dpsk12.org, and your questions will be answered promptly.
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
DPS utilizes the Lawson system to perform its Payroll, Human Resources and Benefits functions. Beginning on January 26, 2009, Employee Self Service, Manager Self Service, and Payroll Time Entry will be upgraded and will be accessed via the Lawson Portal rather than SEA.
The above changes will impact all employees in the following manner:
. Employee Self Service screens have more modern look and feel, with links on left margin of screen.
. The DPS ID appears in upper right corner of Lawson Portal screen.
End user documentation currently located on the HR Website (http://hr.dpsk12.org/sea/) will be updated to match the new system. Prior to January 26th, a training area will be made available to you so you can experiment with the new systems and ask questions.
Please forward any and all questions to RPMLawson@dpsk12.org, and your questions will be answered promptly.
2008 W2 Form Issue and Reissue Procedures
2008 W2 Form Issue and Reissue Procedures
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
The 2008 Form W-2’s will be mailed to the home address of each employee on or before January 31, 2009. If an employee has not received their W-2 in the mail by Friday, February 06, 2008, the following procedure should be followed to request a duplicate copy.
1. Employee completes and signs a “Request for Duplicate Copies of W-2 Form.”
2. Forward the completed form to the Payroll & Business Services Department either by mail, inter-office mail, or fax (720) 423-3854.
3. Payroll & Business Services will re-issue a W-2 to the employee and mail it to the address currently on file. All replacement W-2’s will be processed and mailed on a first-come, first-serve basis. All requests will be processed within one week of the date the request was received.
4. The employee will not be required to pay the usual $ 10.00 processing fee for a copy of their 2008 W-2 provided the request is received into the Payroll Department on or before Wednesday, April 15, 2009. Beginning Thursday, April 16, 2008, the employee will be charged the customary $10.00 processing fee.
5. Important: To allow for adequate mailing time, Payroll will not accept requests for duplicates until February 6, 2009.
See Form Below
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Payroll & Business Services
Duplicate Copy of W-2 Request Form
There is a $10 processing fee for all copies of W-2’s for the year 2007 and prior, and 2008 if received after April 15, 2009. Please attach to this form your receipt of payment of this fee to the Disbursing Department or, for your convenience, you may mail this form along with a check, to the Payroll & Business Services Department. Your W-2 will then be mailed to your current address on file. Please make your check payable to Denver Public Schools.
Please complete the following information:
Name:_______________________________ Social Security #:__________________
School or Department:__________________ Daytime Phone #:__________________
Current Address:________________________________________________________
(If different than address printed on your payroll checks, you must complete an "Employee Change Form" with our Bldg.)
List year(s) you are requesting copy of: _________ _________ _________
(2003 W-2’s through 2008 available. Duplicate W-2’s prior to this time frame must be requested from the IRS)
I certify that I am the person for whom I am requesting pay information and am a current or former employee of Denver Public Schools.
Signature: _________________________________ Date:__________________
(Of Interest to all DPS Employees)
The 2008 Form W-2’s will be mailed to the home address of each employee on or before January 31, 2009. If an employee has not received their W-2 in the mail by Friday, February 06, 2008, the following procedure should be followed to request a duplicate copy.
1. Employee completes and signs a “Request for Duplicate Copies of W-2 Form.”
2. Forward the completed form to the Payroll & Business Services Department either by mail, inter-office mail, or fax (720) 423-3854.
3. Payroll & Business Services will re-issue a W-2 to the employee and mail it to the address currently on file. All replacement W-2’s will be processed and mailed on a first-come, first-serve basis. All requests will be processed within one week of the date the request was received.
4. The employee will not be required to pay the usual $ 10.00 processing fee for a copy of their 2008 W-2 provided the request is received into the Payroll Department on or before Wednesday, April 15, 2009. Beginning Thursday, April 16, 2008, the employee will be charged the customary $10.00 processing fee.
5. Important: To allow for adequate mailing time, Payroll will not accept requests for duplicates until February 6, 2009.
See Form Below
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Payroll & Business Services
Duplicate Copy of W-2 Request Form
There is a $10 processing fee for all copies of W-2’s for the year 2007 and prior, and 2008 if received after April 15, 2009. Please attach to this form your receipt of payment of this fee to the Disbursing Department or, for your convenience, you may mail this form along with a check, to the Payroll & Business Services Department. Your W-2 will then be mailed to your current address on file. Please make your check payable to Denver Public Schools.
Please complete the following information:
Name:_______________________________ Social Security #:__________________
School or Department:__________________ Daytime Phone #:__________________
Current Address:________________________________________________________
(If different than address printed on your payroll checks, you must complete an "Employee Change Form" with our Bldg.)
List year(s) you are requesting copy of: _________ _________ _________
(2003 W-2’s through 2008 available. Duplicate W-2’s prior to this time frame must be requested from the IRS)
I certify that I am the person for whom I am requesting pay information and am a current or former employee of Denver Public Schools.
Signature: _________________________________ Date:__________________
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Engines' Off
Engines’ Off
Recently the Colorado Convention Center and the City of Denver created a successful campaign to reduce the air pollution around the convention center. The campaign, Engines’ Off, has resulted in a 36 percent reduction in idling at the convention center. The Engines’ Off Campaign was a direct result of concerns raised by Emily Griffith Opportunity School about the health of its students and staff. While in the beginning, the city and convention center were less than responsive to our concerns, our persistent complaints paid off when councilwoman Carla Madison stepped in. In the end, the city and the convention center have stepped up to implement and fund the program that significantly improves the air quality in and around our school. As a very fortunate result of the initial campaign, this program is being replicated all over the city at venues such as the Pepsi Center, and is becoming a national model.
Recently the Colorado Convention Center and the City of Denver created a successful campaign to reduce the air pollution around the convention center. The campaign, Engines’ Off, has resulted in a 36 percent reduction in idling at the convention center. The Engines’ Off Campaign was a direct result of concerns raised by Emily Griffith Opportunity School about the health of its students and staff. While in the beginning, the city and convention center were less than responsive to our concerns, our persistent complaints paid off when councilwoman Carla Madison stepped in. In the end, the city and the convention center have stepped up to implement and fund the program that significantly improves the air quality in and around our school. As a very fortunate result of the initial campaign, this program is being replicated all over the city at venues such as the Pepsi Center, and is becoming a national model.
TV Spot
TV Spot
As we prepare for the spring semester, we are running commercials on 9News at various times, mostly during the day. Also the commercial will air on Fox 31 and several of the networks on Comcast Cable.
As we prepare for the spring semester, we are running commercials on 9News at various times, mostly during the day. Also the commercial will air on Fox 31 and several of the networks on Comcast Cable.
Staff Shirts
Staff Shirts
Staff can now order shirts with the school logo. There are several different shirts from which to choose as well as a cap. You may view the options and fill out an order form by clicking on the link “staff files” under the heading important links on the right side of the page.
Staff can now order shirts with the school logo. There are several different shirts from which to choose as well as a cap. You may view the options and fill out an order form by clicking on the link “staff files” under the heading important links on the right side of the page.
Changes to Our Website
Changes to Our Website
In an effort to improve the image and usability of our website to our potential students and community we are making a few changes to the website design. Most importantly, the Staff Login button, currently located on the top right of the website will be moved to the bottom left of the website by February. Please note that staff can still login and access the Staff Intranet by clicking Staff Login and signing in with your email address and password. We are very excited to announce the new search button now located in place of the Staff Update button. The new search button will only search our website but will help our students find pages easier. If you are having problems signing in please contact: Christine Hill: christine_hill@dpsk12.org.
In an effort to improve the image and usability of our website to our potential students and community we are making a few changes to the website design. Most importantly, the Staff Login button, currently located on the top right of the website will be moved to the bottom left of the website by February. Please note that staff can still login and access the Staff Intranet by clicking Staff Login and signing in with your email address and password. We are very excited to announce the new search button now located in place of the Staff Update button. The new search button will only search our website but will help our students find pages easier. If you are having problems signing in please contact: Christine Hill: christine_hill@dpsk12.org.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Budget Forecast 2008-09
To All Staff:
I am sure everyone has heard information regarding the state of Colorado’s projected budget deficits. I want to assure you that we are being meticulous in our examination of the situation as it relates to Emily Griffith Opportunity School. At this time, we know that all of higher education (including EGOS) has incurred a 2.5% reduction of base fund allocations in 2008/2009. For us, that means a $173,275.38 decrease. We believe that we can mitigate the reduction by an expected savings in benefits this year.
On Friday January 16, 2009, Todd Saliman, director of the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting, presented to the Joint Budget Committee a reduction of $30 million for higher education for fiscal year 09/10. This represents a 3.7% or a $326,000 reduction in our base fund allocation for next year.
Economic forecasts are fluid and subject to change at anytime. No one can project for certain where our economy will go, therefore, we must start now and plan accordingly. We will have to operate efficiently and effectively. The best thing each of us can do is to ensure we have full classes and our students are well served. We need to take the extra steps to do this – we cannot afford to lose even one student.
Fortunately, earlier this school year the administrative team began working on three specific task forces: 1) Vision/Mission, 2) Operations, and 3) Instruction/Administration. We are well underway and looking at our entire operation and how we can improve. Information about the task forces can be found on the staff intranet page.
As we continue to look at several revenue generating and cost saving options, I want you to know that I will do my best to keep you informed. We are dedicated to continuing the quality education we have always provided.
Les Lindauer
I am sure everyone has heard information regarding the state of Colorado’s projected budget deficits. I want to assure you that we are being meticulous in our examination of the situation as it relates to Emily Griffith Opportunity School. At this time, we know that all of higher education (including EGOS) has incurred a 2.5% reduction of base fund allocations in 2008/2009. For us, that means a $173,275.38 decrease. We believe that we can mitigate the reduction by an expected savings in benefits this year.
On Friday January 16, 2009, Todd Saliman, director of the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting, presented to the Joint Budget Committee a reduction of $30 million for higher education for fiscal year 09/10. This represents a 3.7% or a $326,000 reduction in our base fund allocation for next year.
Economic forecasts are fluid and subject to change at anytime. No one can project for certain where our economy will go, therefore, we must start now and plan accordingly. We will have to operate efficiently and effectively. The best thing each of us can do is to ensure we have full classes and our students are well served. We need to take the extra steps to do this – we cannot afford to lose even one student.
Fortunately, earlier this school year the administrative team began working on three specific task forces: 1) Vision/Mission, 2) Operations, and 3) Instruction/Administration. We are well underway and looking at our entire operation and how we can improve. Information about the task forces can be found on the staff intranet page.
As we continue to look at several revenue generating and cost saving options, I want you to know that I will do my best to keep you informed. We are dedicated to continuing the quality education we have always provided.
Les Lindauer
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Deli Closure - January 22 and 23, 2009
The Deli will be closed this Thursday and Friday, January 22 and 23, 2009.
Deli Closed
Thursday
1-22-09
(Open Eve)
Deli Closed
Friday
1-23-09
Brats, Hot Dogs
Chips, Nachos
And
Chili Will Be Served
By the Student Lounge
Deli Closed
Thursday
1-22-09
(Open Eve)
Deli Closed
Friday
1-23-09
Brats, Hot Dogs
Chips, Nachos
And
Chili Will Be Served
By the Student Lounge
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
January 30, 2009 Graduation Update
Vocational teachers - Please encourage your completing vocational students to participate in the Friday, January 30, 2009 Graduation. It is at 10:00 a.m. in the Korbel Ballroom at the Convention Center. Students can pick up their announcements at the registration desk.
Thanks for your help.
Jo Jansen
GED Instructor/ Graduation Coordinator
Emily Griffith High School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, Colorado 80204
Ph: 720/423-4807
Fx: 720/423-4809
Thanks for your help.
Jo Jansen
GED Instructor/ Graduation Coordinator
Emily Griffith High School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, Colorado 80204
Ph: 720/423-4807
Fx: 720/423-4809
Monday, January 12, 2009
ESL Literacy Q & A/Training
What: A teacher trainer* with Amazing expertise is coming in from Longmont to answer questions and
discuss training ideas on hnow to help our ESL literacy students more.
When: This Wednesday, January 14, 2009
3:00 - 4:30 or 5:00
Where: Room 433 (tentatively)
Who: Anyone who works with literacy-level ESL students or just wants to learn more about helping
people learn to read.
Cost: FREE!!!! (You can't beat THAT! What a deal!!)
Bring your questions and most frustrating, difficult cases.
Please RSVP (ESL Office, x 34752) ASAP so we can ensure seats for all.
*Kathleen Santopietro-Weddel, a teacher trainer for the Northern Colorado Professional Development Center in Longmont, has experience as a classroom teacher, project coordinator, techer trainer, speaker, and curriculum development consultant. She has authored several literacy textbooks and is a popular presenter at conferences.
discuss training ideas on hnow to help our ESL literacy students more.
When: This Wednesday, January 14, 2009
3:00 - 4:30 or 5:00
Where: Room 433 (tentatively)
Who: Anyone who works with literacy-level ESL students or just wants to learn more about helping
people learn to read.
Cost: FREE!!!! (You can't beat THAT! What a deal!!)
Bring your questions and most frustrating, difficult cases.
Please RSVP (ESL Office, x 34752) ASAP so we can ensure seats for all.
*Kathleen Santopietro-Weddel, a teacher trainer for the Northern Colorado Professional Development Center in Longmont, has experience as a classroom teacher, project coordinator, techer trainer, speaker, and curriculum development consultant. She has authored several literacy textbooks and is a popular presenter at conferences.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Annual General Inventory
Dear Staff,
We wanted to remind you about the upcoming Annual General Inventory of technology assets scheduled for this coming Monday, January 12th thru Thursday, January 15th.
Like past years the inventory specialist will need to scan the barcode on all the technology items (computers, monitors, laptops, cameras, projectors, palm pilots, custodial equipment, and the kitchen equipment) that you are using. They will try to be as quick possible and disturb your day as little as possible.
If any of you have a laptop or other piece of equipment that travels with you, and you are going to be out of the office on those days, please e-mail me the DPS bar-code number affixed to it (usually on the bottom), so that it can accounted for.
Thanks,
Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St.
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fx
www.egos-school.com
What people need and what they want may be very different...
Teachers are those who educate people
to appreciate the things they need.
Elbert Hubbard
We wanted to remind you about the upcoming Annual General Inventory of technology assets scheduled for this coming Monday, January 12th thru Thursday, January 15th.
Like past years the inventory specialist will need to scan the barcode on all the technology items (computers, monitors, laptops, cameras, projectors, palm pilots, custodial equipment, and the kitchen equipment) that you are using. They will try to be as quick possible and disturb your day as little as possible.
If any of you have a laptop or other piece of equipment that travels with you, and you are going to be out of the office on those days, please e-mail me the DPS bar-code number affixed to it (usually on the bottom), so that it can accounted for.
Thanks,
Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St.
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fx
www.egos-school.com
What people need and what they want may be very different...
Teachers are those who educate people
to appreciate the things they need.
Elbert Hubbard
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