Staff Information

Digital Time Capsule

We are building a digital time capsule to feature the creative and innovative ways students and staff are expressing themselves through the arts during distance learning.

Any staff member or student is invited to submit their work. 'We Miss You' videos, collaborative family projects, student work from asynchronous activities or traditional art, music, and theatre are a few examples of the range of material we hope to include.

Please send your submissions to Daphne Shululu at daphne.shululu@icsd.k12.ny.us.

Direct Deposit Information

If you have not already completed your application to start “direct deposit” (so that your pay would automatically be sent to your designated bank account), you are urged to do so immediately. You are not required to sign up for direct deposit, but you may wish to do so to ensure timely and uninterrupted receipt of your pay. Click here to learn more and to download the direct deposit authorization form.

EAP Resources

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, voluntary, and confidential consultation and assistance to help employees and their immediate family members resolve difficulties that may be affecting their personal life or job performance. Click here to learn more about the EAP.

Mental Health Supports

During this difficult and challenging time, you may be feeling, anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or angry at times. Below are some mental health supports available to you if you find yourself struggling with your emotions.

For additional supports and services, please visit the Tompkins County Department of Health website. 

IPEI Situational Grants

The Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI) has created a special grant round to support ICSD teachers and professionals during the current social distancing and distance learning events occurring as a result of COVID-19. Specifically, the purpose of the special grant round is to--

• provide teachers with access to funding to institute, develop, and/or maintain learning in a distance learning environment; and
• provide funding to allow support staff, such as social workers and special education teachers, to help students facing unique challenges in the current situation.

Individual grants may be funded up to $500 and will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. To learn more and apply, visit the IPEI website. Questions should be directed to IPEI Executive Director Steven Manley at Steven.Manley@ipei.org

Professional Development

Staff Benefits

The following benefits apply to all employees covered by the ICSD insurance plan. 

Staff Wellness

Visit our staff wellness page for resources to help you stay healthy and fit during the school closure!