Are you feeling the sting of a tough economy? Market changes and inflation can lead to rising levels of financial frustration. We will discuss steps you can consider to reduce or avoid added stress. We’ll also talk about what may be causing the price change, how you might adjust your budget, and the resources available to you.
Events
SELPA Board Member Workshop
This workshop aims to provide board members with comprehensive information on how district/school special education, county-operated programs, regionalized services, and the SELPA work together to offer special education services to students. The allocation plan will also be discussed during the workshop, which will be held virtually. Ample time will be provided for Q&A to address any queries related to the topic.
CalPERS-Planning Your Retirement
A comprehensive benefits education class that provides a deeper understanding of your benefits as you begin to prepare for retirement. Learn how your pension is calculated, ways to increase it, and the payment options available upon retirement to provide for a beneficiary. Learn how to run estimates through your myCalPERS account. In this class, you’ll also learn about the CalPERS Special Power of Attorney, employer-contracted CalPERS health benefits, and more.
This session is designed for employees within ten years of retiring or anyone who wants to hear about retirement.
Understanding Personality Types
Understanding personality types can be somewhat confusing. This one-hour seminar is designed to gain a practical understanding of the different types of personalities and teach you how personality types can impact our behavior. Participants will identify their personality type to learn how to use type preference as an energy management tool that enhances their skills in interpersonal communication.
ELA for Elementary Teachers
ELA for Elementary Teachers, Grades TK-6. The session on ELA Foundational Skills aims to provide professional development and training to individuals who are interested in acquiring a deeper understanding of these skills and how to implement them effectively. By attending this session, participants can expect to gain a better understanding of the importance of these skills, learn strategies for implementing them in their teaching or work, and explore ways to assess and monitor progress in these areas.
ELA for Secondary Teachers
This session is designed to provide secondary teachers with effective strategies for teaching English Language Arts/English Language Development (ELA/ELD) to students in grades 6-12. The session will also emphasize the importance of vertical alignment between grade levels to ensure a smooth transition for students as they progress through the different levels of ELA/ELD instruction. By the end of the session, teachers will be equipped with practical tools and resources to enhance their ELA/ELD instruction and promote student success.
Your CalPERS & You
For members who are new or midway through their career
Get a basic understanding of your CalPERS benefits. Learn about how your retirement benefit is calculated, the options you have to set aside money for retirement in addition to your pension, what happens if you pass away or leave your employer before you retire, the importance of having a power of attorney on file, what you can find and do in your myCalPERS account and more.
CalPERS: myCalPERS Payroll Adjustments
During this session, attendees will explore the significance of accurate retroactive payroll reporting and the potential impact on employees and the organization. They will gain insights into common scenarios that warrant retroactive adjustments, such as promotions, terminations, missed payments, and benefit plan changes.