Can central offices staff request headsets or other technology equipment?
At this time, the Technology department is not providing central offices staff with headsets, additional monitors, mics, keyboards, mice or other additional technology equipment.
Staff who are in need of technology supplies or equipment should submit requests to their managers.
What hours will Central Office and annex buildings be open?
Central Office and annex offices are open for staff during normal operating hours, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. Staff members may choose to come in earlier or stay later if approved by their supervisor.
Are there restrictions on restroom use?
Update: May 27, 2021
Effective July 6, when HCPSS moves from Step 4 to Step 5 of the Central Office Reoccupation Plan, there are no longer restrictions on restroom use for vaccinated staff members. Please note, prevention measures, such as mask wearing and 6 feet of social distancing, are still recommended for unvaccinated people.
Are visitors permitted in the Central Office and annex buildings?
Visitors may only access office buildings when conducting essential business that cannot be accomplished by a phone call or teleconference.
Visitor guidelines:
How will mail be received?
Effective February 24, pony service resumes the Wednesday and Friday pickup and delivery schedule for all schools and buildings.
Department of Education building/Central Office:
Are water fountains available for use?
Update: May 27, 2021
Yes, staff may drink from water fountains and use them as water bottle filling stations.
Are shared microwaves and refrigerators available for use?
Yes, however staff are asked to limit use of break areas to access microwaves and refrigerators to one person at a time.
Staff are reminded to wash hands after using shared equipment.
Which building doors are open for entry?
Employees may use their usual entry and exit doors. Staff should wear a face mask entering and exiting the building, and follow social distancing guidelines if another employee is entering or exiting at the same time.
Will the Boardroom Cafe be open?
Update: May 27, 2021
The cafe is open Monday through Friday from 8:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. (Operating hours are subject to change.) There are revised breakfast and lunch menus and vending machines are operational.
Please note, effective July 6: