
Happening in HR
March 2025
Benefits & Risk Management
Medicare Information
On Thursday, April 3 at 4:30pm, TSD will be offering a virtual Medicare Information Session. This session is presented by Kaiser Permanente.
This session will cover:
- How Medicare Works: Parts A, B, C and D
- How to know if you are eligible
- When to enroll in Medicare or switch plans
- Kaiser options as they relate to Medicare
To participate, please register at TSD Kaiser Medicare Seminar.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Tracy Dockter or Dorothy Barnhart.
American Fidelity Reminder
American Fidelity open enrollment for the 2025-2026 has begun. Please meet with the representative to learn about the benefits of the pre-tax programs, e.g., flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance, etc. and to complete the enrollment or waiver paperwork. (The I.R.S. Regulations for pre-tax programs require an annual written election or waiver by employees.)
This year we are pleased to continue to offer in-person sessions at all district locations as well as virtual options. Making sure you get the best education you need to make the right decisions for yourself and your family is more important than ever. The virtual enrollment option allows for a guided experience with your account manager using a secure co-browsing platform. In either meeting setting, you will be able to view your options, ask questions, and confirm your benefit selections. It's that easy!
Schedule your appointment here: https://enroll.americanfidelity.com/6858653D
For more information about the American Fidelity options, please visit: https://staff.tsd.org/hr/benefits/american-fidelity
HR Information
Retiring or Leaving the District
Your Human Resources department is here to help you with questions on retiring or leaving the district. Please contact the appropriate person below for any questions you may have.
Licensed Staff contact Dana Medich, Licensed Staff Specialist at dana.medich@tsd.org
Classified Staff contact April McFall, Classified Staff Specialist at april.mcfall@tsd.org
APT Staff/110 Transition/Severance contact Karen Caruso, Executive Administrative Assistant at karen.caruso@tsd.org
Top of Thompson/Community Champion Awards
Top of Thompson recipients for February:
Michelle McLeish, Attendance - Riverview
Nick Blanco, Dean of Students - Ferguson High School/TCC
Community Champion Award for February:
Pelican Jo's Pizzeria
Professional Development
Professional Development Courses - Learning Pro
CDE E-Train Evaluator Training - Learning Pro Course #10853
This is Part II of the CDE E-Train Required Evaluation Training series. All participants must complete the 4-hour online course through CDE before attending the 8-hour in-person session.
EL PD Pathway Courses - Learning Pro Course #20871
The Culture & Climate Academy - Learning Pro Course #20934
Trauma-informed, evidence-based practice to improve student learning outcomes and well-being and promote positive mental health at Tier I or Universal level.
Looking for something to do over Spring Break? Why not do an Independent Study -Spring Break Independent Study
APT Induction:
Operations & Business Services: March 11, 2025
Technology: March 24, 2025
Standards and Instructional Support Newsletter
Area Update: ARTS
Webinar: Trauma-Informed Practices in the Arts Classroom
Calling all Arts Education Leaders! Join the CDE Arts team at 1 p.m. April 21, to discuss how to support teachers in implementing Trauma Informed Practices (TIPs) in the Music, Dance, Drama, and Visual Arts classrooms. Register here.
Stay Connected with the Arts Across Colorado
If you are a teacher of the arts or want to stay updated with K-12 arts education across Colorado, sign up for Arts Education eUpdates, which are published five times during the school year. Contact Lindsay Latva at latva_l@cde.state.co.us to sign up for the eUpdates or to submit news items.