Benefits

Benefits | 1010 E. Tenth St., Tucson, AZ 85719 | (520) 225-6144 | benefits@tusd1.org

Welcome to our district's benefits!

We strive to provide one of the best benefit plans among comparable school districts because, above all, we want our benefits to reflect the pride we take in our most important asset, our employees. Here we provide information about the full range of health and wellness benefits that are available to you.

Your Benefits Plans for 2020-2021

Benefits Guide

How do I find out about my benefits for the 2020-2021 school year?
We've prepared the Benefits Guide for 2020-2021 (available in PDF) to answer most of your questions and to provide you with the information you need. You can find even more information in the Benefits Guide Flipbook.

Review the information here on this page to learn more about the plans available to you, and if you have more questions, please email or call Benefits@TUSD1.org | 520-225-6144.

Benefits Guide for 2020-2021 (in PDF) | Benefits Guide Flipbook

To learn more about your options and the benefits enrollment process, watch this Annual Benefits Enrollment Presentation.

Medical

What are my choices for medical plans in 2020-2021?

During the 2020-2021 Benefits year, you can choose the HDHP or PPO plans through UMR, a UnitedHealthCare company.

UMR Medical Plans

Health Saving Plan

Special UMR Programs for You!

Prescription

What prescription services are available to me? Through CVS Caremark, a wide range of participating retail pharmacies and mail order and online services are available for your prescription needs. See the following information sheets to learn more.

Wellness and the Wellness Incentive Program

What tools and programs support wellness and help me meet my health goals?

Our Wellness Program, a partnership with the Wellness Council of Arizona, provides free health coaches, fitness classes, and more! UnitedHealthcare also offers Rally, an online tool, to help you with your health and fitness goals. And don't forget about the Wellness Incentive Program, which qualifies you for a $300 incentive!

Real Appeal - Free Online Weight Loss Program

I want to lose weight. What tools are available for me?

Real Appeal is a free online weight loss program available to eligible employees and family members. Through Real Appeal, you get a transformation coach who leads weekly online group sessions, online tools to help you track your food, activity, and weight loss progress, and a success kit with recipes, scales workout DVDs, and more!

Dental

What are my choices for dental plans?

You have two choices for dental coverage, Delta Dental and Employer Dental Services (EDS).

Delta Dental
- Plans: High Plan | Low Plan
- Delta Dental Mobile
- Find a Provider
- Delta Dental Website
Employer Dental Services (EDS)
- Employer Dental Services
- EDS Website

Vision

What are my options for vision plans?
In 2020-2021, our vision care provider is eyemed. For information, see the plan descriptions below, or visit eyemed.com.

Full Plan
Discount Plan
Discount Card
How to Mobilize your vision plan with eyemed
Your Member Web Site at eyemed.com
Provider website: eyemed.com
Virtual Benefit Fair: Learn all about enrolling in your vision benefits with your Virtual Benefit Fair. See available benefits, find in-network providers near you and discover how to become an EyeMed member. You can also get answers to frequently asked questions. Password: VF94BXRZ

Flexible Savings Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care

What is a Flexible Savings Account?
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are part of Section 125, established by the IRS. Section 125 allows employees to set aside money for future medical and child care costs on a pre-tax basis.

Flexible Savings Account with Basic - Participant Guide

What help can I get for child care costs?
If you're one of many people who spend money on child care while at work, a Dependent Care Reimbursement Account is a logical choice. Using BASIC Flex is like getting child care or preschool on sale. The money is deducted before taxes so you don't pay most federal, state, Social Security and Medicare taxes on that amount. The savings range from 15% to 40% depending upon your tax bracket.

Critical Illness (MetLife)

What coverage is available to me to help with critical illness?
Through MetLife, you can elect to enroll in coverage for Critical Illness. Review the material below for more information.

Hyatt Legal

Are there programs that would help me with legal coverages?
Through MetLife, you can elect to enroll in Hyatt Legal Plans, which offers a coverage for a range of legal needs. Review the material below for more information.

Life Insurance

What life insurance programs are available to me?
Through Sun Life, TUSD covers your basic life insurance. You can also elect additional coverage, if you choose.

Travel Assistance and Identity Theft Protection

Retirement

What plans are available to help me save for retirement, in addition to my ASRS contributions?
You can enroll in Retirement Savings Plans. Please see the following webpage for more information.

Saving for Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Jorgensen Brooks Group Flier (in PDF)

What is an EAP?
An EAP is an Employee Assistance Program that assists employees and dependents live healthier, happier lives.

Jorgensen Brooks Group EAP Services provides counseling and referrals to help employees, dependents and household members reduce their stress and resolve problems. Contact Jorgensen Brooks Group in the Tucson area at (520) 575-8623 or outside the Tucson area at (888) 520-5400. You can also view the website at www.jorgensenbrooks.com.

What is the cost?
EAP is a confidential benefit provided by TUSD for benefit eligible employees and their eligible dependents and household members at no cost.

What kinds of issues can I get help with through my EAP?
Employees and eligible family members can discuss anything that affects their well-being with a Jorgensen Brooks Group Counselor. This includes issues such as:

Depression or Anxiety
Relationship or Family Conflicts
Workplace Conflicts
Grief; Death and Dying
Alcohol Abuse/Drug Abuse
Stress Management
Caring for an Elderly Parent
Domestic Violence
Financial Difficulties
Legal Difficulties

How do I make an appointment?
Call Jorgensen Brooks Group at (520) 575-8623 Tucson Metro area or (888) 520-5400 outside the Tucson area Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you are in crisis situation, Jorgensen Brooks Group counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To make an appointment for legal or financial services, please call the Tucson Metro office at (520) 575-8623.

EAP participants may see a Jorgensen Brooks Group provider by appointment regardless of where the employee or dependent lives.

Will anyone find out that I used EAP services?
EAP visits are completely confidential. Meetings with a Jorgensen Brooks Group EAP counselor remain private unless you sign a consent form for a release of information.

EAP Webinars

Planning a Socially Safe Summer - Webinar (in PDF)

Short-Term Disability (SunLife)

What short term disability insurance is available to me?
Through SunLife, you can elect to enroll in Short Term Disability. Review the material below for more information.

Class 1: For employees hired prior to October 1, 2012 and insured for Short Term Disability Income Insurance on August 31, 2017 who elect to remain at their current amount
Class 2: For all other employees

Resources for Employees - Coronavirus and COVID-19

COVID-19 Quick Reference Guide and Recommendations For TUSD Staff - 11/05/20

COVID-19 Quick Reference Guide and Recommendations For TUSD Staff (in PDF)
Updated: 11/05/20
See also: COVID-19 Exposure Reference and Guidelines For TUSD Staff, Students, and Families Severe/Critical Illness or Severely Immunocompromised (in PDF)
Understanding "Close Contact" - Infographic from Arizona Department of Health Services (in PDF)

Payroll Due Dates and Info - Including Retirement Deadlines

Planning to Retire? See these Important Dates!
TUSD Payroll 2020-2021 Due Dates and Info (in PDF)

To retire at end of first semester:

Nov. 1 - TEA Consensus Notice of Intent to Separate
TEA Consensus employees must submit Notice of Intent to Separate to HR in order to separate from the District at end of first semester.
Nov. 15 - ELI Admin Notice of Intent to Separate
ELI Admin must submit Notice of Intent to Separate to HR in order to separate from the District at end of first semester.

To retire at end of second semester:

Jan. 15 - ELI Admin Notice of Intent to Separate
ELI Admin must submit Notice of Intent to Separate to HR in order to separate from the District at end of second semester.
Feb. 1 - TEA Consensus Notice of Intent to Separate
TEA Consensus employees must submit Notice of Intent to Separate to HR in order to separate from the District at end of second semester.

More Retirement Information...

Re-Entry Signs for Schools

Get your Free Masks from AZ

Order Your Free Masks from Arizona Department of Health Services

Returning to Facilities - Procedures and Regulations

Many TUSD employees are starting to come back to our facilities. This is a reminder that in order to keep everyone safe and healthy, we have new regulations, http://govboard.tusd1.org/Policies-and-Regulations/Regulation-Code-EB-R2-T, that we all must follow, as well as COVID Return to Work Trainings that must be completed before you return.

A few highlights:

Everyone is required to wear a mask/face covering that covers your nose and mouth when on TUSD property, ask yourself the 5 Health Questions posted at the front of each TUSD building before entering, wash/ sanitize your hands often, and sign in at the front desk when you come into a building.

Also prior to returning, you are required to complete the 3 COVID Return to Work Trainings and related tests in the True North Logic Professional Learning Portal https://tucson.truenorthlogic.com/ia/empari/login/index .

In your assigned courses, you will see a link titled "COVID-19 Return to Work Trainings".

Within that section, the following courses are posted:

#15416 Health COVID-19 Training: Infection Control and Disease Prevention in the Workplace (Health Service Video & Test)
#15444 Surface Cleaning Using Vindicator Disinfectant (Intended for any employee who wants to clean)
#15445 Cleaning Chemicals and Hand Sanitizers: Personal Use at TUSD Training (Intended for any employee who brings their own chemical to clean)

In addition, we have a Disinfection Training video that goes into greater detail about TUSD chemicals and how to use them. This is for any staff member, including Custodians, who are helping to disinfect our spaces.

#15425 Proper Surface Disinfection Training

Thank you for your prompt action to complete these mandatory training that will help keep everyone safe and healthy.

COVID-19 Return-to-Work Trainings

Required Courses for All TUSD Employees

Additional Courses Available

#15425 Proper Surface Disinfection Training
Plus, more coming soon!

Do you know families who need help with rent or utilities?

Help with Rent and Utilities

Have you been unable to pay your rent or utilities due to COVID-19?
The City of Tucson Mayor & Council have allocated over $4.5 million of Federal CARES Act funds to assist Tucson residents who have been impacted by the pandemic.

Learn more at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/hcd/rent-help.

More Assistance Options and Information

Rental Eviction Prevention Assistance - Apply here!

Screening Questions - Asked Prior to Entry at Schools and District Offices

Screening Questions: These questions will be asked of everyone before they are permitted to enter schools or district offices.

Coronavirus Testing Sites

Coronavirus Testing Sites (in PDF)
FREE COVID-19 Tests at Kino Event Center - Register online at pima.gov/covid19testing

Emergency Paid Sick Leave (EPSL) - Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

Emergency Paid Sick Leave Form (EPSL)
Note: This form is on Office 365. You must sign into Office 365 to complete this form. Use your district login and password.
FFCRA Employee Rights | FFCRA - Derechos del Empleado
FFCRA Requirements | FFCRA - Derechos del Empleador

COVID-19 Resources from UMR

UMR is working to ensure we are available to support employees during this time. See Helping you stay informed about coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

Low-Cost Internet Programs for TUSD Employees

Low-cost Internet programs are available to TUSD families and employees. See the following information for details.

Low-Cost Internet Programs

Time Clock - Clock In/Out for Hourly Employees

Hourly employees can clock in and out following the instructions listed here:
How to Clock In or Out.

Important note:: This file is on Office 365. To access this file, log into Office365 first at https://portal.office.com/. Enter your TUSD email (firstname.lastname@tusd1.org) and your TUSD network login.

Checking Devices In or Out Using Destiny

You'll check devices out using Destiny Resource Manager and back in when they are returned. Devices may include laptops, Chromebooks, tablets.

For instructions, please see Checking Devices In or Out Using Destiny (in PDF).

Process for Lost, Stolen, Damaged Student Loaner Devices: Laptops, Chromebooks, Tablets, Hotspots (in PDF)

Cost Associated With Devices (in PDF)

Getting Tech Support Remotely

The TS Service Desk is still available to help you with technology issues. However, in our new circumstances, we ask that teachers and staff working remotely follow the process below.

Teachers/Staff Working Remotely: If you experience a technology issue and need help, please call your school and request that a Track-It work order be logged in for your issue.
Schools (On-Site Staff): The staff person on site at your school who takes your call will create a new work order in Track-It. Be sure you provide a contact number to be included in the work order.
TS Service Desk: A TS Service Desk staff member will contact the teacher or staff person directly to resolve the issue.

Working From Home TS Resources: Please log into Office 365 at https://portal.office.com/ to access these resources.

Time and Effort Reporting Form

All employees who are working remotely will need to complete a Time and Effort form every pay period. This includes hourly and salaried employees.

Only submit this form once per pay period.

Important: This file is on Office 365. To access this file, log into Office365 first at https://portal.office.com/. Enter your TUSD email (firstname.lastname@tusd1.org) and your TUSD network login.

Click this link to access the form: Time and Effort Reporting Form on Office 365.

Remember: you must be logged into Office 365 for the form to work!

Use this same form for each pay period.

Detailed Instructions

Print Shop is Open and Ready for Your Orders!

We are keeping our regular hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
325 N. Euclid, Tucson, AZ 85719
520.225.5437

Additional COVID-19 signs can be purchased through the Print Shop.

COME ALL!

We're here to print your...

Manager: Gary Hawkins, gary.hawkins@tusd1.org

Payroll - Important Information for 2020-2021

Be sure to check this memo from Payroll for important information for the 2020-2021 school year!

Important Information from Payroll for 2020-2021 (in PDF)

Educating from Home - Resources for Teachers

Educating from Home Teacher Resources: Please log into Office 365 at https://portal.office.com/ to access these resources.

Log In to Office 365

To access many of the resources and shared files and forms we will be using while working remotely, you will need to log into Office365.

Log in here: https://portal.office.com/. Enter your TUSD email (firstname.lastname@tusd1.org) and your TUSD network login.

Zoom How-Tos and FAQ

Need to meet with colleagues? Zoom offers a free resource for holding virtual meetings.

Zoom Tips Especially for Parents and Teachers

Return to Work Options Memo from HR - June 25, 2020

Return to Work Memo from HR - June 25, 2020 (in PDF)

Shelter in Place Terms and Instructions

Shelter In Place Terms and Instructions (in PDF)

Questions about practices and procedures while working from home? See this infographic from HR!

Resources for Coping with Stress and Anxiety

For suggestions on coping with stress and anxiety during this time, please see these resources.

Manage Stress and Anxiety - Tips from the CDC
Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak - from SAMHSA

Need to talk with someone?

Jorgensen Brooks, our Employee Assistance Program, offers telephone and virtual, online chat throughout the closure, and at any time: www.jorgensenbrooks.com.

Free WiFi Map for Arizona

Use this free WiFi map from Connect Arizona to find free public WiFi hotspots at public libraries, schools, businesses, and other sites. Some sites may offer indoor public access during business hours, others provide access in the parking lot only. Everyone using the sites - outside or inside - is encouraged to practice social distancing precautions, including staying in your vehicle or at least six feet from other users and wearing a mask if necessary.