Health & Wellness

The District has a total of 182 participants spread over 23 teams participating in the Live Healthy Iowa - 10 week challenge. Let's all work together to help encourage our co-workers to be active, eat better, and make healthier choices.

The movement of Random Acts of Kindness inspires people every day. As a favorite celebration for many, people everywhere are enjoying doing these acts of kindness. Not only do the acts of kindness bring joy to the receiver, but they spread positive reactions to the giver, too!

If you are looking for ways to celebrate in classroom, click here: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/for-educators

In an effort to keep the momentum going, February will be filled with opportunities to spread kindness. Print the tracking sheet to the left and fill in each item you complete over the next 28 days. At the end of February, upload your tracking sheet for a chance to win a wellness prize.

Wellos contains:

• Bite-sized content journeys: Weight, wellness and stress journeys
• Tracking that teaches nutrition, mindset, activity and body tracking
• Robust Insights: Digestible views of tracked data
• Personalized Digital Support: Short challenges to help drive change

Is there a minimum age to qualify for retirement?

• The District deems retirement age as those who are 55 or older, there is no length of service requirement.
• Note that IPERS defines retirement eligibility differently. Please contact IPERS directly at 1-800-622-3849.

How long does my insurance stay in effect?

• 10 Month Employees: As long as you complete the school year insurance benefits continue until August 31. If you do not complete the school year, insurance benefits stop on the last calendar day of your last working month.
• 12 Month Employees: Insurance benefits stop on the last calendar day of your last working month.

How does retiree insurance work?

• Retirees over the age of 55 can elect to continue Medical and/or Dental insurance at the full premium rate until the age of 65.
• Dependents must be enrolled on the plan for one year prior to the employee's retirement to also enroll in retiree benefits.
• Vision coverage can be continued through COBRA for 18 months at the full premium rate plus a 2% administrative fee.

How do I pay for retiree insurance?

• The District uses WEX as a third party billing agency.

Does the District offer Medicare supplements?

• No, Once a retiree turns 65 they must find a Medicare supplement through an independent insurance agent.

Can I still remain on the District's insurance if I choose to keep working past the age of 65?

• Yes, as long as the employee remains in a benefit eligible position.
• Some employees choose to drop medical coverage once they turn 65 as a mid-year qualifying event.

How do I submit my retirement notice?

• Log into Records, click on Available Forms then complete and submit the Retirement/Resignation form or contact Kim Smith for a District retirement form.
• Then contact IPERS at 1-800-622-3849 for an IPERS retirement application packet

Who completes the IPERS Employer Verification Form?

• Send to Arika Irvine in Payroll.
• Note payroll cannot complete this form until a formal notice has been given to the District.

The winter season can be a challenging time to stay active, with colder temperatures, slippery conditions, and fewer daylight hours. But staying physically active is one of the best ways to improve your mental and physical health and keep on track with your fitness goals.

Physical activity can help you sleep better and reduce anxiety. Regular physical activity also helps:

• Improve your balance.
• Lower your risk of type 2 diabetes and many kinds of cancer.
• Strengthen bones and muscles.
• Lower blood pressure.
• Maintain or lose weight.
• Keep your mind sharp as you get older.

Emerging research also suggests physical activity may help boost your immune function. Read More

Congratulations to the wellness winners below, prizes will be mailed out this week.

Kim Smith

Benefits and Insurance Manager

Email: smithk@live.siouxcityschools.com
Website: https://www.siouxcityschools.org/o/sccs/page/employee-insurance-benefits

Wellness Resources: https://www.siouxcityschools.org/o/sccs/page/wellness-programs

Address: 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA, 51101 USA
Phone: 712-279-6692 Ext. 6121

Fax: 712-279-9972