Staff Appreciation and Celebration Days - Revision history

PastorLance: /* 1. Clergy Appreciation Month (October) */

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1. Clergy Appreciation Month (October)

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	== Celebrations Overview ==		== Celebrations Overview ==
	=== 1. Clergy Appreciation Month (October) ===		=== 1. Clergy Appreciation Month (October) ===
	* '''Organizers''': Led by ~~a non-clergy board member~~ in collaboration with the ~~treasurer~~.		* '''Organizers''': Led by the Vice President of the Governing Board in collaboration with the Treasurer.
			* '''Planning''': Preparations begin annually on September 1 to allow sufficient time for congregational participation and financial planning.
	* '''Activities''':		* '''Activities''':
	** Financial blessing arranged.		** Financial blessing arranged.
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	** Congregational card presentation.		** Congregational card presentation.
	** Public presentation during a church service.		** Public presentation during a church service.
	* '''Budget''': Confirmed by the ~~treasurer~~ and can supplement the congregational gift.		** Ongoing social media posts throughout the month recognizing pastoral leadership.
			* '''Honorees''':
			** Pastors on staff who are licensed with Open Bible are expected to be honored.
			** Other licensed pastors who attend the church may be honored based on their active participation (ministry involvement, regular attendance, and financial contributions).
			* '''Communication''': The Vice President manages all communication with the congregation and coordinates announcements and reminders.
			* '''Budget''': Confirmed by the Treasurer and can supplement the congregational gift.
			* '''Consistency''': This is a recurring, annual celebration and should be implemented every October.

	=== 2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May) ===		=== 2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May) ===

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2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May)

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	=== 2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May) ===		=== 2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May) ===
	* '''Website''': [[School Lunch Hero Day]]		* '''Website''': [https://schoolnutrition.org/about-school-meals/school-lunch-hero-day/ School Lunch Hero Day]
	* '''Organizers''': ~~The~~ kitchen manager is notified via a calendar invite.		* '''Organizers''': Organized by the Sprouts Directors, with the kitchen manager notified via a calendar invite.
	* '''Activities''':		* '''Activities''':
	** A card from the Sprouts kids, ~~managed~~ by the Sprouts Director.		** A handmade card from the Sprouts kids, coordinated by the Sprouts Director.
	** A small gift presented to the kitchen staff.		** A small gift presented to the kitchen staff as a token of appreciation.
	* '''Notification''': Kitchen manager and workers are informed well in advance.		** Public recognition through a social media post highlighting their contributions.
			* '''Notification''': Kitchen manager and workers are informed well in advance to ensure preparation and participation.

	=== 3. Teacher Appreciation Week (First full week of May) ===		=== 3. Teacher Appreciation Week (First full week of May) ===

PastorLance: /* 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day */

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6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day

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	=== 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day===		=== 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day===

	* '''Organizers''': Respective Administrators who have paid or volunteer assistants.		* '''Organizers''': Respective Administrators who have paid or volunteer assistants.
	* '''Timing''': Celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April.		* '''Timing''': Celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April.
	* '''Website''': \[\[~~[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative\_Professionals\_Day](~~https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_Professionals_Day)]]		* '''Website''': [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_Professionals_Day]]
	* '''Activities''': ~~Recognition of assistants through a~~ small gift or flowers, a card ~~signed by staff~~, ~~public acknowledgment~~ during a staff meeting~~, and a~~ social media post highlighting their contributions.		* '''Activities''':
			** A personalized card signed by the administrator and team.
			** A small gift (flowers, gift card, or similar token of appreciation).
			** Public recognition during a staff meeting or church service announcement.
			** Optional social media post highlighting their contributions.
	* '''Budget''': This event is included in annual budgets.		* '''Budget''': This event is included in annual budgets.

PastorLance: /* 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day */

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6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day

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	=== 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day===		=== 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day===

	* '''Organizers''': Respective Administrators who have paid or volunteer assistants.		* '''Organizers''': Respective Administrators who have paid or volunteer assistants.
	* '''Timing''': ~~celebrated~~ annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April.		* '''Timing''': Celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April.
	* '''Website''': [[ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_Professionals_Day ]]		* '''Website''': \[\[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative\_Professionals\_Day](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_Professionals_Day)]]
	* '''Activities''': ~~This is~~		* '''Activities''': Recognition of assistants through a small gift or flowers, a card signed by staff, public acknowledgment during a staff meeting, and a social media post highlighting their contributions.
	* '''Budget''': This event is included in annual budgets.		* '''Budget''': This event is included in annual budgets.

PastorLance: /* Celebrations Overview */

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Celebrations Overview

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	* '''Activities''': All staff are required to participate in honoring their volunteers.		* '''Activities''': All staff are required to participate in honoring their volunteers.
	* '''Budget''': This event is budgeted annually.		* '''Budget''': This event is budgeted annually.

			=== 6. Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day===
			* '''Organizers''': Respective Administrators who have paid or volunteer assistants.
			* '''Timing''': celebrated annually on the Wednesday of the last full week of April.
			* '''Website''': [[ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_Professionals_Day ]]
			* '''Activities''': This is
			* '''Budget''': This event is included in annual budgets.

	== General Guidelines ==		== General Guidelines ==

PastorLance: Created page with "= HR Policy: Staff Celebrations = == Objective == This policy outlines the standard procedures and guidelines for staff appreciation events within our organization, recognizing the dedication and hard work of our team members. == Scope == This policy applies to all planned appreciation events for various staff groups, including clergy, kitchen staff, teachers, and other church staff involved in external celebrations. == Celebrations Overview == === 1. Clergy Appreciat..."

2024-05-06T12:40:52Z

Created page with "= HR Policy: Staff Celebrations = == Objective == This policy outlines the standard procedures and guidelines for staff appreciation events within our organization, recognizing the dedication and hard work of our team members. == Scope == This policy applies to all planned appreciation events for various staff groups, including clergy, kitchen staff, teachers, and other church staff involved in external celebrations. == Celebrations Overview == === 1. Clergy Appreciat..."

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= HR Policy: Staff Celebrations =

== Objective ==
This policy outlines the standard procedures and guidelines for staff appreciation events within our organization, recognizing the dedication and hard work of our team members.

== Scope ==
This policy applies to all planned appreciation events for various staff groups, including clergy, kitchen staff, teachers, and other church staff involved in external celebrations.

== Celebrations Overview ==
=== 1. Clergy Appreciation Month (October) ===
* '''Organizers''': Led by a non-clergy board member in collaboration with the treasurer.
* '''Activities''':
** Financial blessing arranged.
** Congregants contribute to a pooled gift.
** Congregational card presentation.
** Public presentation during a church service.
* '''Budget''': Confirmed by the treasurer and can supplement the congregational gift.

=== 2. School Lunch Hero Day (First Friday in May) ===
* '''Website''': [[School Lunch Hero Day]]
* '''Organizers''': The kitchen manager is notified via a calendar invite.
* '''Activities''':
** A card from the Sprouts kids, managed by the Sprouts Director.
** A small gift presented to the kitchen staff.
* '''Notification''': Kitchen manager and workers are informed well in advance.

=== 3. Teacher Appreciation Week (First full week of May) ===
* '''Organizers''': Managed by the Director of Sprouts.
* '''Activities''':
** Monday: Coffee bar
** Tuesday: [Activity TBD]
** Wednesday: [Activity TBD]
** Thursday: Treats from Rita's
** Friday: [Activity TBD]
* '''Parent Involvement''': Coordination with parents for contributions of gifts or accolades.
* '''Budget''': This is a budgeted event.

=== 4. Open Bible Allegheny District Celebration ===
* '''Participants''': Pastors and pastoral candidates.
* '''Timing''': Date changes annually, based on regional scheduling.
* '''Budget''': Managed and funded by the Allegheny region.
* '''Activities''': Church staff participation in regional celebrations, specifics determined annually.

=== 5. Church Volunteer Appreciation ===
* '''Organizers''': Managed by the Director of Worship.
* '''Timing''': Date set annually in the summer by the Senior Pastor and Director of Worship.
* '''Activities''': All staff are required to participate in honoring their volunteers.
* '''Budget''': This event is budgeted annually.

== General Guidelines ==
* '''Planning''': Organizers are responsible for early planning and ensuring activities align with policy guidelines.
* '''Budget Management''': All budget considerations must be approved in advance by designated personnel.
* '''Communication''': Effective communication is essential for all parties involved.
* '''Social Media''': Photos and posts on social media are necessary to document and share the celebration.
* '''Feedback''': Organizers should gather feedback post-event to improve future celebrations.

== Conclusion ==
This policy is designed to create a supportive and celebratory environment, ensuring proper recognition of our staff’s efforts. Adherence to these guidelines will aid in maintaining a consistent and effective approach to staff appreciation events.