University System News: The Chronicle of Higher Education Could the Summer Slide Become a Covid Crash? Pandemic learning loss threatens to turn achievement gaps into chasms. By Katherine Mangan When officials at Georgia State University dug into their data from this spring, what they found was alarming: After a year of remote instruction and pandemic-induced […]
Monthly Archives: July 2021
USG e-clips for July 13, 2021
University System News: WJBF Responding to the growing need for teachers by: Marlena Wilson, “The Means Report” Executive Producer We tackle a topic that’s going to come into play, certainly as the school year gets underway in just a few short weeks. In fact, it’s already a concern for many school systems, not only here […]
CONSIDERING RETIREMENT?
If you are considering retirement in the near future, please schedule an appointment with Human Resources. We want you to have all the information you need to make a decision that will best fit your needs. Benefits Continuation into Retirement policy If you are considering retirement, you will want to include your healthcare benefits at […]
LIVONGO – NEW VENDOR PARTNER FROM USG HEALTHCARE PLAN
Livongo is a new vendor Partner for the USG Healthcare plans for employees, retirees under age 65, and their covered spouses who are enrolled in the Anthem plans. Livongo combines advanced technology and one-on-one coaching. There are three program offerings: Diabetes Management Diabetes Prevention Weight Management There is no cost to employees (or spouses) for participating in these […]
Grand Opening: GHC’s Video Recording Studio
Today, Tuesday, July 13, marks the Grand Opening of GHC’s Video Recording Studio on the Cartersville campus! Prepare to start the semester strong by recording high-quality videos for class with the simple touch of a single button. Reserve your free recording session today! Questions? ask@highlands.libanswers.edu
GHC 2021 FALL IN-SERVICE DATE ANNOUNCED
Please mark your calendars for the 2021 kick-off to the new academic year through Fall In-Service. The date is Friday, August 20, 2021. The location will be the Clarence Brown Conference Center in Cartersville. More information will be provided throughout the coming weeks.
USG e-clips for July 9, 2021
University System News: Ledger-Enquirer CSU students soar over ‘Hooch during in-person orientation By Mike Haskey Columbus State University’s ROAR+, a series of interactive experiences during orientation for this year’s incoming freshman class, featured several team and skill building activities on Wednesday July 7, and ziplining on the Blue Heron Adventure. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution A year […]
USG e-clips for July 8, 2021
University System News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution AJC On Campus: Sonny Perdue’s deal; mourning KSU’s Ladarius Clardy By Eric Stirgus Former two-term governor and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue currently has no official role on a Georgia college or university campus, but he remains the top topic of conversation among many in higher education. […]
USG e-clips for July 7, 2021
University System News: WSB TV Gov. Kemp issues a state of emergency for 92 Georgia counties ahead of Elsa By Severe Weather Team 2 Gov. Kemp has issued a state of emergency for many coastal and south Georgia counties. This order was issued as Elsa strengthens and threatens parts of Georgia. The executive order issued […]
529 College Savings Plan
Benefits of a 529 Plan Not only will you get a head start on saving for college, but Georgia residents get exclusive savings on state income taxes. Reduce your 2020 state taxable income up to $8,000 per child when you open and contribute to your account before April 15th, 2021. Any earnings in your account grow […]