{"id":9262,"date":"2020-09-02T01:33:15","date_gmt":"2020-09-02T05:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.acpsk12.org\/staff\/?p=9262"},"modified":"2020-09-02T01:39:28","modified_gmt":"2020-09-02T05:39:28","slug":"changes-to-how-staff-log-working-hours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.acpsk12.org\/staff\/changes-to-how-staff-log-working-hours\/","title":{"rendered":"Changes to How Staff Log Working Hours"},"content":{"rendered":"

This will be our last edition of Insider before the start of the 2020-21 academic year \u2014 a time in education like no other in history.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite the many challenges, ACPS is prepared, confident and excited to launch Virtual PLUS+ next Tuesday. As we step into unchartered territory, it is important to remember that we all play a part in the success of this program. Your feedback and engagement is as important as ever and will continue to be so as the weeks progress. We must try to remain flexible, patient and hopeful knowing that this is not forever and we will look forward to the day when we can get back into our classrooms again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I know many of us are feeling apprehensive as we face juggling roles of parent\/guardian, teacher and employee. Assistance is at hand whenever you need it and today we will remind you of the multiple resources available to you.<\/span><\/p>\n

As with last week\u2019s newsletter, there is a lot to take in today. We will try our best not to overload you by sharing only the most important information. Two areas which we have received many questions about is how we are handling attendance and grading. We will be addressing attendance this week and grading next week.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have the time on Sunday or Monday, I recommend a quick dry run to make sure you are familiar with schedules and comfortable with the technology, and that those laptops or tablets are fully charged!<\/span><\/p>\n

Last week, I was delighted that ACPS and the City of Alexandria were able to announce the provision of free school-day and after-school support for our most vulnerable families whose children attend Title I schools. The closure of school buildings affects everyone. The impact of the pandemic has the potential to be challenging if a parent or guardian is unable to work because there is no one to take care of their children. I am glad we are able to provide some support to families, underlining our commitment to providing an equitable education accessible to all the young people of Alexandria.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stay safe, stay healthy, stay informed, and please enjoy a relaxing Labor Day weekend with your families. We look forward to a great first day of school.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sincerely,<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.
\n<\/span>Superintendent of Schools<\/span><\/p>\n

Changes to How Staff Log Working Hours<\/b><\/h2>\n

Starting Sept. 8, a few changes are being made to how staff will log their working hours. Please familiarize yourself with the information relevant to your position as this can make a difference to your paycheck.<\/span><\/p>\n

These procedures were developed in collaboration with the departments of Human Resources, Financial Services, and Technology Services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The major changes to our procedures are:<\/span><\/p>\n