Happening in HR
September 2026
Coming Soon: Walktober 2026!
It’s that time of year again. The Walktober 2026 fall fitness challenge begins on October 1!
Mark your calendar and get ready as registration begins on September 14 — we’re aiming for record participation and achievement rates this fall. More information coming soon!
Safety Corner: Mandatory Trainings
The fall training modules in Public School Works begin September 1. Please take the time to complete these trainings as they are an important part of our compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
New Hire Benefits Enrollment Deadline
Welcome all TSD new hires! The enrollment process can be found on the Health Insurance Online Enrollment webpage. Insurance Benefits information was sent to your TSD email. If you did not receive it, please contact Tracy Dockter at tracy.dockter@tsd.org or call (970) 613-5004 for assistance. The deadline to enroll in insurance is September 10th.
Flu Vaccine Clinics Begin October 1!
Again this year, TSD will be offering flu vaccine clinics in partnership with Banner Health Worksite Wellness Services. Please visit our flu vaccine clinic schedule for locations, times and additional services that are being provided. Biometric screenings will be available at some clinics and the link to sign up is available.
If you have any questions, please contact Tracy Dockter x5004 or Dorothy Barnhart x5006.
Sick Leave Bank Donation Amount
The 2026-2027 contribution for returning employees is one day for classified staff (max of 8 hours) and a half day for licensed and APT staff (max of 4 hours).
For questions about Sick Leave Bank, reach out to your Payroll Specialist or Priscilla Hernandez (priscilla.hernandez@tsd.org, x5774).
Upcoming Medical Leave?
Complete the Family and Medical Leave Request Form to access benefits such as FMLA, Sick Leave Bank, and Donate-a-Day. For general information about leave in TSD, please visit our Extended Leave website and review the Leave Benefits slides. Questions? Contact Priscilla Hernandez (priscilla.hernandez@tsd.org, x5774).
Need to See A Medical Provider?
Don’t forget that if you are enrolled in one of the district’s health plans (PPO Select 2, PPO6 or Kaiser), you have access to and can use the CEBT Health and Wellness Center at no cost.
Treatment at CEBT Health & Wellness Center can be for routine or acute medical needs. We encourage our employees to utilize the services of the centers as part of their health care needs. Appointments are required but typically can be scheduled the same or next day. Virtual visits are also available. Please visit the CEBT Health Center page for more information.
Need some support? AllOne Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to help.
All APT, Licensed and Classified staff have access to this benefit regardless of their FTE or benefits enrollment status.
EAP benefits are available to employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and
dependents ages 6 – 26 and include:
Confidential Counseling (6 visits per issue, per rolling calendar year)
Life Coaching (6 visits per year)
Legal Referrals and Resources
Financial Consultation and Resources
Work-Life Referrals and Resources
Personal Assistance
Member Portal
First-time visitors will need to create an account for the member portal by following these steps:
Visit www.triadeap.com
Select the “Sign-Up” link
Enter the company code: cebt
Enter your preferred email address and password
Your Employee Assistance benefits are free, confidential, available to family members, and accessible 24/7.
Classified Staff Reimbursement
As a reminder, the Thompson School District offers Classified Educational Reimbursement to classified staff. Money, up to $500 each time period, is available for any current Classified employee who successfully completes a course, a class or seminar. Employees must be employed during the time of completion.
Criteria to be considered for educational reimbursement:
1. Application for reimbursement of tuition and education related fees will be made on the district prepared form and must be received by:
* September 15 for classes completed June 1 through August 31
* January 15 for classes completed September 1 through December 31
* June 15 for classes completed January 1 through May 31
2. A receipt of payment must be submitted.
3. Verification of successful completion (transcript or certificate) must be submitted.
4. The completion of the course/class/seminar matches the appropriate deadline date.
Please note that no reimbursement will be given for monies received through grants, scholarships, COF (Colorado Opportunity Fund) and etc. These amounts will be deducted from the total tuition amount.
Applications and documentation need to be submitted to me in completion no later than the above deadlines to be considered. Please see the attached application.
If you have any questions, please reach out to: Misty Wilhite misty.wilhite@tsd.org x5773
26/27 New Professional Development Course Proposal form
The 26/27 New Professional Development Course Proposal Form is now available for staff to use to propose a new course. If you are proposing TIC, it must be reviewed by the TIC committee. If you have any questions, please reach out to CLT/PD: Kitty LaFond kitty.lafond@tsd.org x7582
