Beech grove City Schools The Places You Will Go! Career Planning 2017 Eileen McManus, Benefits Coordinator Thomas A. Keeley, Assistant Superintendent

“You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the guy who’ll decide where to go.” – Dr. Seuss

Today is the Day to Set Sail Jump on the boat to future success! Payroll: Eileen McManus and Tom Keeley Skyward Portal/Subs TRF/we contribute! Investments Section 125 Teacher’s Handbook Health and Dental (insurance coverages…etc)

Skyward Portal/Substitutes and days off! I need a sub! – Request in advance! Kelly Services process/verification uses the Skyward online portal! No un-needed days off - (Be careful when you take personal days/Fridays off…) This is your Career – a lifetime journey of building and wisely using skills, knowledge, and building relationships that DO follow you. Tue Wed Thur Fri Mon My Classroom! Support other teachers Thorough Plans! Take care of my health I need some coverage!

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss

Investing in your FUTURE! TRF/Teacher Retirement Fund: Licensed? BGCS contributes (7.5%) money in your name. You are issued a TRF number and personal annuity account. Provides for the future: 1. Pension Account/Qualified at “Rule of 85”. (Age 55/30 Years of experience) 2. Investment Account/2nd dollar figure in your name. Your investment planner can help keep you moving in the right direction/listen.

How to Self-Invest 403b/matching account VEBA (2%) Invest with who you want. Corp matching account must be open with VALIC! (2.5%) + your 2.5% VEBA (2%) Corp contributes only $ for retirement health Account must be open with VALIC/IN HRA statement! Other accounts include: 401a(1%), 457, ROTH IRA

Investment professionals VALIC – Stephanie Bunday (317) 224-6756 Ryan Brown (317) 364-8399 403b match, retirement planning Horace Mann –Jon Davis (317) 770-4318 403b, retirement planning, auto insurances American Fidelity –Dave Gandolph (800) 638-4268 403b, retirement planning Coffman Financial (317) 881-6367 MetLife Insurance (800) 856-7772

Section 125 AFLAC is our carrier for the enrollment of pre-tax insurance benefits out of your paycheck on an annual basis. Serviced by Steele Benefits (Mike Blink) This benefit begins with enrollment in November, with effective dates of coverage going from January 1 through December 31 annually. Examples: Cancer Insurance vs. Critical Illness Group Life Insurance Coverage Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Short-term disability Accident Insurance Investments (403b, VEBA, 401a) Health/Dental Premiums

Teacher’s Handbook Currently being reviewed and will be finalized for final review by Career Team. Use your 3-ring binder to begin collecting paperwork in plastic sleeves. Contact Eileen McManus or Tom Keeley With any questions during the year. E-mail or by phone during office hours.

HSBT Health/Dental/VISION HSBT (Hoosier School Benefit Trust) an organization of cooperative schools where all members contribute money to have health and dental insurance coverage. PLANS and levels are on BGCS website. Money (premium) comes out of paycheck 24 times/year. HSBT Wellness Center has no co-pay for office visits and all preventative care is free! HWY37 and Southport location, Speedway and Washington Street exit on 465!! SEE “Insurance Update 2017” power point.

Insurances Life Insurance ($100,000 TERM) no cash value if you leave or retire but the school corporation always holds this for you with each new contract! LTD (Long-term disability) school corporation always holds this policy for you in case of a problem.

Licensing and Certifications You are responsible for your license and renewal. We give a reminder but the continuing education, growth points and certifications are up to you. Please work with your building principal to know your requirements! Background check and a $24.90 charge will happen at each new renewal time.

Your mountain is waiting. “Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So…get on your way!” – Dr. Seuss