A careful review of critical issues is an important part of the start to each school year.  Substitutes will be required to review the information on each of the following topics and complete the attestation form below.  The Substitute's attestation serves to confirm that he or she has read and understands all expectations and requirements.

Substitutes are expected to thoroughly review the material provided in each section, as well as to visit any linked materials (PDFs, webpages, etc.) to read and/or complete the content associated with that section.

If you have any questions as you work through these sections, contact information for each leader or department head is located on the information overview for each section.  Please feel free to look back at this webpage at any time for the most current information and documentation pertaining to any compliance area.  You may also visit our Board Policy Manual at any time.

Training Agenda:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens
2. Safe @ School
3. Child Abuse Protocol (GCSS Board Policy JGI; GCSS Regulation JGI-R(1))
4. Drug-Free Workplace (GCSS Board Policy GAMA)
5. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (GCSS Board Policy JR)
6. Employee Dress Code (GCSS Regulation GBRL-R)
7. Code of Ethics
8. Harassment (GCSS Board Policy GAEB)
9. Internet Acceptable Use/Employee Computer and Internet Use (GCSS Board Policy IFBG; GCSS Board Policy IFBGC)
10. Title IX Annual Training
11. GCSS Review of Critical Issues Sign-Off Form, 2024-2025

Section 1: Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens Presentation
For more information, please contact GCSS Lead Nurse, Lisa Morrison, RN: lisa.morrison@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 2704.

Section 2: Safe @ SchoolSafe @ School - Training for Educators

For more information, please contact GCSS Lead Nurse, Lisa Morrison, RN: lisa.morrison@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 2704.

Section 3: Child Abuse Protocol
Child Abuse or Neglect, GCSS Board Policy: JGI
Child Abuse or Neglect, GCSS Regulation: JGI-R(1)
Mandated Reporter Overview Presentation
Mandated Reporter Training is available online HERE.  This training takes approximately one-hour to complete, and will provide participants with a certificate showing a one-year validity period.

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This Mandated Reporter Training was developed in conjunction with The Governor’s Office for Children and Families and provides in-depth information for all Mandated Reporters who are required under GA Law to report an suspicion of child maltreatment.

Mandated Reporter Form

For more information, please contact GCSS Lead Social Worker/Homeless Coordinator, Marcyline Bailey: mbailey@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 6222.

Section 4: Drug-Free Workplace
It is unlawful to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance or alcohol in the workplace.  This prohibition also includes, but is not limited to, an employee being under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances while on duty.  It is the responsibility of each staff member to become familiar with the contents of and to read and abide by his/her system drug free workplace policies and procedures.

Drug Free Workplace, GCSS Board Policy: GAMA
First District RESA Drug Free Workplace - Employee Awareness Newsletter 2025
For more information please contact the GCSS HR Department, Executive Director of Human Resources, Michele Seals: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

Section 5: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
GCSS Board Policy JR - Student Records
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

For more information please contact the GCSS HR Department, Executive Director of Human Resources, Michele Seals: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

Section 6: Employee Dress Code
GCSS Regulation GBRL-R - Employee Dress Code
For more information please contact the GCSS HR Department, Executive Director of Human Resources, Michele Seals: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

 
Section 7: Code of Ethics
GaPSC Code of Ethics for Educators_Effective January 2024
Section 1: Introduction. The Code of Ethics for Educators defines the professional behavior of educators in Georgia and serves as a guide to ethical conduct. The Georgia Standards Commission has adopted standards that represent the conduct generally accepted by the education profession. The code defines unethical conduct justifying disciplinary sanction and provides guidance for protecting the health, safety and general welfare of students and educators, and assuring the citizens of Georgia a degree of accountability within the education profession.
 
Section 2 (e):  “Educator” is a teacher, school or school system administrator, or other education personnel who holds a certificate issued by the GaPSC and persons who have applied for but have not yet received a certificate. For the purposes of the Code of Ethics for Educators, “educator” also refers to paraprofessionals, aides, and substitute teachers.
2024-2025 GaPSC Code of Ethics Presentation
FY25 Code of Ethics - Remunerative Conduct
For more information please contact the GCSS HR Department, Executive Director of Human Resources, Michele Seals: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

Section 8: Harassment
GCSS Board Policy GAEB - Harassment
For more information please contact the GCSS HR Department, Executive Director of Human Resources, Michele Seals: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

Section 9: Internet Acceptable Use/Employee Computer and Internet Use
GCSS Board Policy IFBG - Internet Acceptable Use
GCSS Board Policy IFBGC - Employee Computer and Internet Use
For more information please contact the Director of Technology Services, Bob Schwartz: rschwartz@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1129

Section 10: Title IX Annual Training
Title IX Annual Training 2024-2025
For more information, please contact the appropriate Title IX Coordinator:

Student Title IX Coordinator: Senetra Haywood, Executive Director of Student Services: shaywood@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1512

Employee Title IX Coordinator: Michele Seals, Executive Director of Human Resources: michele.seals@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1123

Title IX Sports Equity: Steve Waters, Executive Director of Athletics/Facilities: swaters@glynn.k12.ga.us or (912) 267-4100 ext. 1302

Section 11: Review of Critical Issues Sign-Off, 2024-2025
Substitute Review of Critical Issues Sign-Off Form, 2024-2025