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Supporting our school communities in need

The wellbeing and safety of children are central to the mission at Rethink Ed and Whil, a member of the Virgin Pulse partner ecosystem. As such, they are providing free access to their Trauma resources to help manage conversations that are taking place across all our homes and classrooms.

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Mental Health Awareness webinar slide show

If you attended the Mental Health Awareness webinar on May 25, here is the slide show.

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Pop-up farmers market coming to Hattie Mae White for First Friday

Nutrition Services Food and Agriculture Literacy Program will host a pop-up farmers market at the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center on Friday, June 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh peppers, carrots, eggplant, cucumbers, tomatoes, beets, squash, chard, and hydroponic lettuce are expected to be some of the veggies available.

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HISD Teacher Job Fair at Wisdom H. S.

HISD holds a teacher recruitment event at Wisdom High School. Watch for more information on working at HISD

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Be the MVP of your health at Men’s Health Game Day on June 11

Join Kelsey-Seybold doctors and NFL star JJ Moses as they talk about everything from knowing your personal health numbers, mental health, and wellness to getting your game plan for life in tip-top shape.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Burnout is affecting people everywhere. There are some brief training sessions links on the Benefits Mental Wellness page that may help.

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Mental Health Awareness Quiz, Webinar, and Tool Kit

In observation of Mental Health Awareness Month, Benefits is offering an interactive quiz, video, webinar, and toolkit. If you or a member of your household need to speak to someone about life’s challenges, ComPsych’s EAP can help. Contact them at 1-833-812-5181.

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Retirement Savings Webinar Series

Please join us for these four retirement savings webinars on understanding your pension, the benefits of saving in a 403(b), social security and your retirement, and evaluating your investments.

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HISD Teacher Recruiting Event

For more information on teaching jobs at Houston ISD, visit HoustonISD.org.

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AbleTo from Aetna

AbleTo is virtual counseling and coaching support for when it matters most—when you are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression or anger. AbleTo is an eight-week counseling program during which you get personalized help by secure web-based video conferencing or, if you prefer, by telephone.

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Webinar - Benefits of Savings

Watch this webinar to learn about the benefits of saving in an HISD Benefits 403b/457 plan

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Aetna switching to online EOBs April 1

In order to save time and reduce paper waste, Aetna will switch to online Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statements starting April 1.

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At-home COVID-19 tests available through Express Scripts®

Plan members may use their pharmacy benefit to get up to eight at-home COVID-19 tests per month for a $0 copay.

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CVS HealthHUBs and MinuteClinics now in network for Kelsey-Seybold ACO

This includes the Kelsey-Seybold Select, Basic, and Plus plans. Kelsey ACO members may access these facilities for a variety of services for an office visit copay of $30 per visit.

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COVID-19 testing updates

Effective Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, the 16 Next Level Urgent Care Centers contracted through HISD will reinstate the $20 visit fee for COVID-19 testing for members enrolled in the HISD medical plan. There are, however, many free options available.

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Watch HISD employee William Solomon's weight loss journey!

For those employees participating in the Fit 4 $40 Challenge, check out how he met his goal of losing weight and getting healthy

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Get in your steps at work!

HISD mailroom attendant Debbie Holmes is a role model for staying active at work

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Employee Benefits How-to Videos

Four videos are available to guide employees through the benefits enrollment process and the various benefit options available to HISD employees.

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Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counseling

Did you know the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides eight free counseling sessions per person, per issue, per year, and is available to HISD employees and their household members?

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Coping with grief and trauma

Benefits has posted a guide to coping with grief, as well as resources for dealing with traumatic events.

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