District Dialogue

The SFSD Inspire Education Conference is happening Tuesday, August 2, and Wednesday, August 3 at Jefferson High School. The conference is FREE for ALL SFSD staff. Reserve your spot TODAY before it's too late!

We hope you are enjoying your summer and have been able to spend time having fun in the sun! It's hard to believe the summer is winding down already, but we are excited to welcome back staff for the 2022-2023 school year throughout the next few weeks! As you get settled back into a routine and prepare for the new year, please take some time to view the Back to School Bulletin to find information and schedules.

We have exciting news to share with you! As of the July 2022 benefit month, your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) will be administered on an enhanced HealthEquity proprietary platform! This communication informs you of important information about participating in these benefits.

📌 Important Transition Information 📌

See below for key dates and activities that may affect you during the transition period

Current Plan Year Accounts | 7/1/2021 – 6/30/2022

• You will continue to submit claims and receive reimbursements through the run out period and grace period on the current system, if applicable. VisitTakeCareWageWorks.com to access your account. Your plan will remain on the Take Care by WageWorks platform for processing.
• If you have a Take Care by WageWorks debit card, it will remain active through the end of your current plan year of 6/30/2022.
• If you have FSA with the grace period, you will have access to your account through the grace period end date.
• You will need to submit Pay Me Back claims through MyFlexOnline, mobile application, fax, or mail during the grace period and/or run-out to access your account on the TakeCare by WageWorks platform.

New Plan Year Accounts | 7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023

This is the first day of administration on the new platform for your FSA.

• You will receive a new HealthEquity Healthcare debit card approximately 10-15 business days after your Employer processes enrollments if your plan allows for debit cards and you have an eligible election.
• You can begin to access your FSA funds on the HealthEquity healthcare card or submit for any out-of-pocket expenses you may have incurred. For a listing of eligible expenses, see our website at HealthEquity.com/WageWorks.
• You can register and access your account at HealthEquity.com/WageWorks.
• Select the “Log In/Register” button and select “Employee Registration” to create unique WageWorks credentials.
• Do not use the same username and password as used for your TakeCare account. Doing so will direct you to the TakeCare site instead of your new HealthEquity/WageWorks account.
• Submit your claims using any of the following methods:
• Online Claims or Pay My Provider Log in and submit your claim at HealthEquity.com/WageWorks
• EZ Receipts® Smart Phone App Download the EZ Receipts® app on your mobile device
• Fax or Mail (Paper Claim Form) Access a Pay Me Back claim form at HealthEquity.com/WageWorks

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Additional Questions? Email benefits.sfsd@k12.sd.us

Summer is the most difficult season to get a good night’s sleep. Why? Long days, busy social schedules, and hot/humid weather. Short-term insomnia due to environmental causes is fairly common this time of year. You can adjust your environment and behavior to be more sleep-friendly without having to rely on caffeine or accepting the loss of sleep. Follow these tips to prevent the summer from disrupting your sleep:

1. Take time to relax. Summer can be the busiest season for socializing. Don’t forget to take time to relax and wind down before bed to help you fall asleep. Find something good to read or spend the time doing relaxing activities such as art/craft-making, or playing a musical instrument.
2. Make your environment ideal for sleep. A dark, cool, and comfortable bedroom can be the key to getting great sleep, as opposed to a sweltering and bright sleep environment. Start by making your bedroom the right temperature for sleeping comfortably. Setting your air conditioning to 68 degrees Fahrenheit is the ideal temperature for sleep, however it may increase your electric bill. Alternatively, you could set your air conditioning to a more reasonable temperature to reduce the humidity and use fans to get a cool breeze going. Doing so can also help reduce nighttime allergies. Other options for creating a better sleep environment include: installing blackout curtains, using lighter and more “breathable” bedding materials or pajamas, and running a loud fan or sound machine if you live in a noisy environment.
3. Limit your nighttime exposure to sunlight. The extended hours of summer can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, the sunlight improves your mood and decreases the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). On the other hand, those same rays of sunshine delay your body’s production of melatonin, making it more difficult to fall asleep. You can “trick” your body into thinking it’s time to sleep by limiting your exposure to sunlight. Draw the shades and keep a regular indoor evening routine beginning two hours before bedtime. If you have to leave your home, wear sunglasses so that you don’t get a boost in alertness from the sunlight.

Adapted from Sleep Education