CPS Employee Resource Guide
Employee Resource GuideEmployee Resource GuideLearn how you can develop andconnect at Cincinnati Public SchoolsCPSwww.cps-k12.orgCPSCPS
Welcome to CincinnatiPublic Schools.We value your daily contributionsto the success of our students,families and your colleagues.We want you to have afulfilling work experience.Together, we make CincinnatiPublic Schools a destinationdistrict for both families anddistinguished professionals.
Message from the SuperintendentDear Colleagues,Preparing our students for life begins with you, our valued employees.Improving your employee experience is a top priority for me andfor Cincinnati Public Schools. We believe that how our employeesapproach their jobs day to day directly impacts the way we servestudents and families, and is an essential part of our shared journeyto excellence.Our goal is to connect you to enrichment opportunities that willempower you to live your best life – personally and professionally.At CPS, we believe employees can learn, grow and have fun whiledoing their jobs skillfully with integrity and competence.This Employee Resource Guide is a menu of options available to you.We welcome your feedback on how we can continue to support yourpersonal and professional journey.Regards,Laura MitchellSuperintendent
Employee Resource GuideWhat’s InsideWhat We Believe —CPS’ Vision and Mission; I am CPS Culture Transformation.1Talent Development Office.2Get The Information You Need —The CPS Connection newsletter; New Employee Onboarding.3Employee Care Center.4Building Our Culture —I am CPS Ambassador Program; Shout Outs.5Learning Together —Lunch & Learn Series; Employee Book Clubs.6Get Connected and Give Back —Community Service Opportunities; Staff for Students;Young Professionals Group; Annual Employee Softball Game. 7- 8Building Your Skills —CPS University; School-based Professional Development; Treasurer University.9Career Pathways —Personal Growth Planning and Career Coaching.10Strengthen Your Leadership Skills —Leadership CPS; Director and Manager Meetings;Principal and Assistant Principal Development.11Teacher Leadership.12Employee Faces. 13-14
Employee Resource GuideNotesEmailing CPS EmployeesTo email a CPS colleague within the CPS GroupWise email system, simply type in the employee’s nameor, in some cases, the department’s name, in the “To” section on the email form. The name will pop in,or you will be offered a choice of names if there are employees or departments with similar names.In this Employee Resource Guide, email addresses for employees are not printed.Websites CPS’ Employees’ Website (Intranet): https://mycps.cps-k12.org CPS’ Website: www.cps-k12.orgAddresses CPS’ Education Center2651 Burnet Avenue, 45219 (Corryville) LaunchEd: Professional Learning Hub (located inside Education Center;entrance on left when facing building) 2650 Highland Avenue, 45219 (Corryville) Iowa Avenue Annex (home to Student Dining Services and Facilities Departments)2315 Iowa Avenue, 45206 For school addresses: cps-k12.org/schools/find-a-schoolAdministrator’s Leadership Meeting
Employee Resource GuideWhat We BelieveAll the work we do at Cincinnati Public Schools isgrounded in our vision, mission and core values.This belief system forms the foundation of ourculture, and determines the focus of our growthand development efforts.VisionCincinnati Public Schools will be a communitythat ensures equitable access to a world-classeducation, unleashing the potential of everystudent.MissionWe educate all students with rigor and care ina culture of excellence to develop engagedcitizens who are prepared for life.I am CPSI am CPS is a districtwide initiative launchedin January 2016 that is building a culture ofexcellence throughout Cincinnati Public Schools.Described as a “culture transformation,” I amCPS is creating an organizational climate tohelp Cincinnati Public Schools achieve theambitious vision for student learning laid out inCPS’ My Tomorrow initiative. We want to makeCPS a national district of choice for families andprofessionals in all fields.I am CPS is an investment in employees and instudents.With I am CPS, the district establishes a culturethat inspires, attracts and retains talented people.All CPS employees, regardless of their jobs,play critical roles in helping CPS achieve the MyTomorrow vision — that all students graduate ontime and prepared for postsecondary educationand chosen career paths.Core ValuesI CAREI CONTINUOUSLY IMPROVEI COLLABORATEI COMMIT TO SUCCESSWe value each other and putstudents first.We come together as a diversecommunity.1We constantly learn, innovateand adapt.We strive to be our best and helpothers do the same.
Employee Resource GuideTalent Development OfficeOur employees bring diverse qualities and abilities to Cincinnati Public Schools but share a commondream to positively influence the lives of our students. The Talent Development team is focused onoffering all employees support to ensure their continuous growth and maximize their abilities torealize their potential.Talent Development’s vision: To ensure that Cincinnati Public Schools isa Destination DistrictCPS delivers an incredible employee experience and is a district ofchoice for remarkable professionals. Employees are consistently livingthe I AM CPS Core Values.with a Reputation for Professional GrowthThere are opportunities for personal achievement and professionaldevelopment at all levels. Individuals desiring growth can access thesupports needed to pursue numerous career paths within the district.and a Strong Pipeline of LeadersLeaders are carefully selected and prepared for increasing levels ofresponsibility. Leadership transitions are seamless as a result of strongtraining and succession planning.built on Highly Effective SystemsTeams are adequately staffed, resourced and supported. Employees areseamlessly connected by technology, governed by up-to-date andflexible policies, and work in inspired physical spaces.2
Employee Resource GuideGet The Information You NeedMonthly News and OpportunitiesThrough The CPS ConnectionThe CPS Connection, our monthly employeenewsletter, is focused on keeping everyone inthe loop on district opportunities. This emailedpublication features the work of schools andCentral Office departments, shares informationabout upcoming events, and highlights employeeswho are living the I am CPS Core Values.You can suggest topics, or submit event andgroup updates, by emailing Talent Development.New Employee OnboardingBuilding a welcoming and positive cultureis a priority at CPS. That begins when a newemployee walks through our doors and continuesthroughout a career with us.Our New Employee Onboarding sessions arefull-day, paid professional development where weintroduce our newest colleagues to the “CPS Way.”3We discuss our Mission, Vision, I am CPSCore Values and the I am CPS Ambassadorsprogram, as well as the ins and outs of payroll,benefits, safety and technology. In addition, newemployees are introduced to district initiativesMy Tomorrow and Vision 2020.This is our way of personally giving our newestteam members the tools they need to begin asuccessful career with Cincinnati Public Schools.The Talent Development Team works togetherwith Human Resources to invite all newemployees to the monthly onboarding sessions.Questions about how your newly hired employeewill be welcomed through the onboardingprocess? Reach out to the Talent DevelopmentOffice.New Employee Onboarding Session
Employee Resource GuideEmployee Care CenterThe Employee Care Center is for you – all 5,700employees. This one-stop shop was created withyou in mind. The Care Center is located on the firstfloor of the Education Center and is meant to bethe place to go for fast access to information andservices for employees, including: Employee Badges Background Checks Human Resources Payroll TechnologyWe hope you will utilize the Employee CareCenter and provide ongoing feedback to helpus create and sustain an environment that iswelcoming, helpful and encouraging.When you visit, remember to complete the quickexit survey to be entered into a monthly drawingfor a CPS “swag” bag.Open: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to5 p.m. (on days when the Education Centeris open).Grand Opening of Employee Care Center4
Employee Resource GuideBuilding Our CultureThe I am CPS Ambassador ProgramI am CPS Shout Outs!Ambassadors serve as I am CPS Champions intheir schools or Central Office departments.They are charged with uplifting the I am CPSCore Values: I Care. I Continuously Improve. ICollaborate. I Commit to Success.Every day, employees across the district areliving the I am CPS Core Values. Our monthly“Shout Outs” recognize employees who havecontributed in ways (large and small) to building apositive culture at CPS.Our goal is to secure an ambassador in eachschool and department to ensure that I am CPS ispart of the daily culture throughout the district.Have you observed a colleague exemplifyingone of the I am CPS Core Values? If so, goto https:// mycps.cps-k12.org to give theemployee a “Shout Out.”If you are interested in serving as a CPSAmbassador or want to further support theI am CPS culture work, contact TalentDevelopment.5From these nominations, employees will beselected for recognition monthly.
Employee Resource GuideLearning TogetherMonthly Lunch & Learn SeriesEmployee Book ClubsThese 45-minute sessions provide opportunitiesfor colleagues to explore subjects of interest whileon lunch break. Our current Lunch & Learn Seriesfeatures a health and wellness focus, and is heldat the Education Center.Many employee teams across the districtread books together, and we are adding tothat learning by starting book clubs at variouslocations. These monthly gatherings arewonderful opportunities to build rapport withcolleagues and explore multiple points of view.Recent topics include: Healthy Heart, Healthy You Mindful Music Moments Let’s Get Physical! Virtual Reality Mediterranean DietAs the series continues to grow, we look forwardto hosting Lunch & Learns across the districtLook for schedule updates through The CPSConnection newsletter and posted in yourbuilding.At the Education Center, past book selectionshave included Leaders Eat Last and CorporateAthlete. The Technology Book Club has beenreading titles such as Launch.Anyone can join the Lunch Time Book Club –reach out to Talent Development for details.To join the Technology Book Club, contactMelody Riggs.We welcome the formation of additional clubs.Contact Rolonda Smith for information.6
Employee Resource GuideGet Connected and Give BackCommunity Service OpportunitiesStaff for StudentsOur community service outreach programextends the I am CPS Core Values beyond thewalls of our classrooms and office spaces. TheCommunity Service Group brings togethercolleagues from across the district once a monthto engage in community service with localnonprofit organizations.The Staff for Students group formed when CentralOffice employees shared that they sometimesfeel disconnected from our students. This groupis focused on creating opportunities for CentralOffice and Iowa Avenue employees to connectwith our students and schools.Recent trips have included serving food athomeless shelters at various locations aroundthe city.To join the group giving back in the community,contact Talent Development. These opportunitiestake place outside of work hours.The group currently is focused on the followingprojects: Gift Basket for the English LanguageLearners Foundation Breakfast Mentoring Meals Monday Supporting Student Athletes Scholarships for Student Fees Stuff the Bus (school supplies)Some opportunities take place during work/school hours, and some require involvementoutside of working hours.To join the group and connect with our students,contact Kelly Halpin.7Community Service Opportunity — serving a meal at the Hatton Center for Women
Employee Resource GuideYoung Professionals GroupAnnual Employee Softball GameThis group of energetic colleagues are focusedon creating a districtwide networking community.The YP Group hosts social gatherings to promotecommunity morale, service projects, speakerseries, networking opportunities and professionaldevelopment.At the end of the school year, we hold a friendlygame of slow-pitch softball with Central Officeemployees facing off against the Schools in ashowdown for yearly bragging rights, T-shirts anda trophy.To join the YP group, contact Philip Gibert orRobin Griffin.Whether you’re competitive or just lookingto have some fun and relax, this is an eventeveryone enjoys!Come early and support our CPS student athletesin their annual All-Star baseball and softballgames, sponsored by Cincinnati Reds and heldprior to the employee game.Bring your co-workers, spouses and kids to enjoyall the games.To get in the game, contact Nathan Tyahur.2018 Employee Softball Teams8
Employee Resource GuideBuilding Your SkillsComing Soon: CPS UniversityStudent learning is at the heart of our workat Cincinnati Public Schools, so prioritizinglifelong learning for our employees is importantto our mission.As we enter school year 2019-2020, look forthe roll-out of the new CPS University. This newventure will coordinate professional developmentand training with various departments for eachgroup of employees.Here are a few things to expect from CPS University: On-demand online training on avariety of relevant, skill-based topics Skill-based training deliveredby expert practitioners, open toemployees across the district Access to expert trainers for schoolsand department teams, based onneeds identified across the districtLook for more information from your departmentor school leader and through The CPS Connectionnewsletter over the coming months.9School-Based ProfessionalDevelopmentEach school creates a building-specificprofessional development plan to coordinatetraining based on needs.In addition, the Curriculum Department,Student Services Department, Positive BehaviorIntervention Supports, Safety, and Testing providetraining and support throughout the school yearduring districtwide professional developmentdays.Treasurer UniversityThe Treasurer’s Office offers ongoing trainingon a monthly basis throughout the school yearfor groups of employees based on need.The Treasurer University also can be accessedthrough the CPS intranet (mycps.cps-k12.org)and contains videos, training tutorials and otherresources for employees.To learn more about the Treasurer University,contact Coronda Wilson.
Employee Resource GuideCareer PathwaysCincinnati Public Schools is dedicated to notonly attracting talented employees, but helpingthat talent continue to grow and be supportedin a variety of ways. Career pathways letemployees know what steps to take to gowhere they want in their careers, as well ashow to access career development and trainingresources.A career pathway considers the skills, knowledgeand experiences needed for employees todeepen their effectiveness and progress laterally,or to gain access to promotions and transfers.The Talent Development Team is beginning tochart career pathway opportunities for each rolein Cincinnati Public Schools.These opportunities will be shared so thatall employees are empowered to grow intheir careers.Personal Growth Planning andCareer CoachingAs career pathways are developed withinCincinnati Public Schools, personal growthplanning and career coaching will be availablethrough each department. Each employee willhave the opportunity to reflect upon careergoals, skills, needed knowledge and experienceto create a plan to map out a career path and togrow as a professional.10
Employee Resource GuideStrengthen Your Leadership SkillsLeadership CPSThis new program gives employees withthe desire to further their leadership skillsopportunities to learn about leadership roles andthe day-to-day operations of our schools.Principal and Assistant PrincipalProfessional DevelopmentPrincipals and Assistant Principals participatein a variety of professional developmentopportunities.Cohorts are chosen based on an employee’sleadership potential regardless of current level ortitle. Cohort members receive leadership training,a behind-the-scenes look at leadership at CPS,and have opportunities to develop and present aproject to Senior Leadership. Monthly professional developmentensures that school leaders have the toolsrequired to serve as instructional leaders,including training from Curriculum andoperational updates from other CPS CentralOffice departments.The first cohort of Leadership CPS opens in lateSpring/Summer 2019 and will commence duringschool year 2019-2020. Peer Cluster support sessions facilitate thediscussion of relevant data and resultingclassroom practices.Director and Manager Meetings Novice Principal Development includesmonthly cohort professional developmentmodules and collaboration, along withmonthly coaching support.Monthly meetings for Directors and Managersfocus on the development of leadership skills andsupports to strengthen the effectiveness of eachdepartment in Cincinnati Public Schools. Thesegatherings offer opportunities for leaders to buildnetworks across the district, and to learn frompeers and outside experts.Contact Susan Bunte for information or to ensureyou are included in the appropriate meetings.11 Field Administrators (school leaders)participate in monthly meetings that provideprofessional development in the OhioPrincipal Standards and CPS operations.
SPOTLIGHT ON TEACHER LEADERSHIPEmployee Resource GuideTeacher LeadershipMiami University Leadership ProgramLeaders from Cincinnati Public Schools andMiami University began talks about creatingan Educational Leadership program during the2017-18 school year. By the spring of 2018, thedecision was made to pilota four-course series for CPS teachers.A four-course sequence is taught by a MiamiUniversity faculty member at Mayerson Academyand offered to CPS teachers at a discount:Fall Year 1 - Educational LeadershipSpring Year 1 - Data and Decision-makingFall Year 2 - Professional Development andImproving InstructionSpring Year 2 - Family-Community-SchoolPartnershipsCPS teachers can apply these 12 hours to themaster’s program in School Leadership thatincludes a principal’s certificate.Preliminary goals and action steps set for theleadership program include: Create a program that allows teachersto grow as teacher leaders or becomebuilding administrators Closely connecting the project work donein the courses to solving problems at thework sites Create a broad leadership communitycentered around the work of the cohortsCPS teachers are notified by email about thenext cohort. Teachers apply and selectionsare made before the end of each school year.Principals work in advance with selected teachersto identify topics and areas of need that canbecome the focus of their coursework.12
Employee Resource GuideEmployee FacesBreast Cancer Awareness Month13I am CPS “Caught You” VanPerformance Leadership TeamShadow Day at the Schools
Employee Resource GuideCPS Giving Campaign (United Way and Community Shares) Basket Raffle WinnersLunch & Learn Session14
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Employee esoure Guide Notes Emailing CPS Employees To email a CPS colleague within the CPS GroupWise email system, simply type in the employee's name or, in some cases, the department's name, in the "To" section on the email form. The name will pop in,
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