We are at full capacity for the Insurance Presentation by Rosa Novo, thank you for your interest. We will have more “Year of Knowledge” presentations later in the year. Stay tuned for further details.

In 2022, DCSMEC brought back the “Year of Knowledge”. In 2023, DCSMEC continues the “Year of Knowledge” with our second presentation for understanding your health insurance needs, options and rights. Specifically, we will cover the following: how to best maximize your insurance needs, how to select the best doctors available for your individual needs, and how they are selected by your insurance plan. We will also discuss short term & long term disability, and what insurance plan is the best for your family, the importance of assigning beneficiaries. DCSMEC receives an infinite number of calls every month related to insurance coverage. This is your opportunity to get acquainted with the options available to you and your family.

The presentation will be delivered by Rosa Novo (RISK BENEFITS MANAGEMENT). She is the head of Insurance for all of M-DCPS and a very distinguished healthcare professional who is nationally recognized as a leader in her field. All stewards need to acquire knowledge on the subject in order to provide our membership with correct and concise information. We will also provide free gifts and prizes courtesy of our insurance providers. We urge all members to participate, however, we highly urge our newest members who have dependent’s.

Seating is limited, so if you wish to participate you must reserve your seat in advance. To reserve and participate in the insurance seminar, please call 305-477-6002 and provide your name, employee number, a call back number and say you want to participate in the insurance seminar. Someone will call you back to confirm your reservation, or email us at (DCSMECBA@gmail.com) with all your information.

The insurance seminar will be on February 16, 2023 start time 4:30 P.M. After the presentation we will have a question and answer session to address any concerns you may have. The seminar will be held at DCSMEC HALL located at 8250 NW 27 Street (Suit 308) Doral, Fl. 33122. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

All DCSMEC meetings and functions are strictly for members only. 

Please remember to RESERVE your seat so you can attend! And always remember to confirm your reservation with DCSMEC.

There are only a few seats left for the Insurance Presentation by Rosa Novo, hurry and reserve before they are all gone!!! Good luck.

In 2022, DCSMEC brought back the “Year of Knowledge”. In 2023, DCSMEC continues the “Year of Knowledge” with our second presentation for understanding your health insurance needs, options and rights. Specifically, we will cover the following: how to best maximize your insurance needs, how to select the best doctors available for your individual needs, and how they are selected by your insurance plan. We will also discuss short term & long term disability, and what insurance plan is the best for your family, the importance of assigning beneficiaries. DCSMEC receives an infinite number of calls every month related to insurance coverage. This is your opportunity to get acquainted with the options available to you and your family.

The presentation will be delivered by Rosa Novo (RISK BENEFITS MANAGEMENT). She is the head of Insurance for all of M-DCPS and a very distinguished healthcare professional who is nationally recognized as a leader in her field. All stewards need to acquire knowledge on the subject in order to provide our membership with correct and concise information. We will also provide free gifts and prizes courtesy of our insurance providers. We urge all members to participate, however, we highly urge our newest members who have dependent’s.

Seating is limited, so if you wish to participate you must reserve your seat in advance. To reserve and participate in the insurance seminar, please call 305-477-6002 and provide your name, employee number, a call back number and say you want to participate in the insurance seminar. Someone will call you back to confirm your reservation, or email us at (DCSMECBA@gmail.com) with all your information.

The insurance seminar will be on February 16, 2023 start time 4:30 P.M. After the presentation we will have a question and answer session to address any concerns you may have. The seminar will be held at DCSMEC HALL located at 8250 NW 27 Street (Suit 308) Doral, Fl. 33122. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

All DCSMEC meetings and functions are strictly for members only. 

Please remember to RESERVE your seat so you can attend! And always remember to confirm your reservation with DCSMEC.

In 2022, DCSMEC brought back the “Year of Knowledge”. In 2023, DCSMEC continues the “Year of Knowledge” with our second presentation for understanding your health insurance needs, options and rights. Specifically, we will cover the following: how to best maximize your insurance needs, how to select the best doctors available for your individual needs, and how they are selected by your insurance plan. We will also discuss short term & long term disability, and what insurance plan is the best for your family, the importance of assigning beneficiaries. DCSMEC receives an infinite number of calls every month related to insurance coverage. This is your opportunity to get acquainted with the options available to you and your family.

The presentation will be delivered by Rosa Novo (RISK BENEFITS MANAGEMENT). She is the head of Insurance for all of M-DCPS and a very distinguished healthcare professional who is nationally recognized as a leader in her field. All stewards need to acquire knowledge on the subject in order to provide our membership with correct and concise information. We will also provide free gifts and prizes courtesy of our insurance providers. We urge all members to participate, however, we highly urge our newest members who have dependent’s.

Seating is limited, so if you wish to participate you must reserve your seat in advance. To reserve and participate in the insurance seminar, please call 305-477-6002 and provide your name, employee number, a call back number and say you want to participate in the insurance seminar. Someone will call you back to confirm your reservation, or email us at (DCSMECBA@gmail.com) with all your information.

The insurance seminar will be on February 16, 2023 start time 4:30 P.M. After the presentation we will have a question and answer session to address any concerns you may have. The seminar will be held at DCSMEC HALL located at 8250 NW 27 Street (Suit 308) Doral, Fl. 33122. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

All DCSMEC meetings and functions are strictly for members only. 

Please remember to RESERVE your seat so you can attend! And always remember to confirm your reservation with DCSMEC.

As we start 2023, I’d like to take a moment to say: please accept my appreciation for the excellent job you did in 2022.

Every year we take on the enormous undertaking of keeping the district properly maintained. It is thanks to your dedication, hard work ethic, and broad experience that you accomplish it in a smooth and efficient way. Thanks to your leadership and commitment, combined with your teamwork and hi-energy resolve, we can proudly look forward to a great 2023 year as well.

DCSMEC believes in teamwork, and every member makes a difference. With your constant support and robust feedback we are able to create a better understanding of the work required to stay on top of our industry. 

DCSMEC continues to improve and lead our industry thanks to you. To everyone on the front lines providing assistance to our students and district staff, thank you for your courage, dedication, compassion, skill and professionalism. We appreciate each and everyone of you, keep up the good work.

During the next few days I hope you enjoy some (RRR) – Rest, Relaxation, Refresh. Arthur and I look forward to continuing working with all of you to make 2023 another great year. We wish you much health, wealth and happiness in the new year.

Happy New Year!!!

Just a reminder that we have a General Membership Meeting today Tuesday, November 22, 2022. The meeting will be held at the DCSMEC hall located at 8250 NW 27th  Street (Suit 308) Doral, FL 33122. The meeting starts promptly at 4:30pm and normally concludes no later than 7:30pm.

A swearing in ceremony for newly elected Officers will take place at the meeting under a special order of business. Please join us in welcoming all the newly elected officers to their new DCSMEC positions. DCSMEC would like to thank once again, the Election Committee for their great work, not only did they help in the officers election but also on the contract ratification. Thank you Committe!!!

We encourage all members to attend, participate and get informed. Please refrain from parking on assigned/numbered spaces. Park only in unmarked spaces. Please be advised that building management will tow all improperly parked vehicles. All meetings are strictly for members only.

Attention all members, just a reminder that we have a General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. The meeting will be held at the DCSMEC hall located at 8250 NW 27th  Street (Suit 308) Doral, FL 33122. The meeting starts promptly at 4:30pm and normally concludes no later than 7:30pm.

A swearing in ceremony for newly elected Officers will take place at the meeting under a special order of business. Please join us in welcoming all the newly elected officers to their new DCSMEC positions. DCSMEC would like to thank once again, the Election Committee for their great work, not only did they help in the officers election but also on the contract ratification. Thank you Committe!!!

We encourage all members to attend, participate and get informed. Please refrain from parking on assigned/numbered spaces. Park only in unmarked spaces. Please be advised that building management will tow all improperly parked vehicles. All meetings are strictly for members only.

DCSMEC wants to thank all of the veterans who have served in the United States military for their contributions, patriotism, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for their country.

As we gather around our living rooms to watch classic war films, such as Saving Private Ryan, and Band of Brothers, highlighting the sacrifices these soldiers made for their country, don’t forget that we owe the freedoms we enjoy today thanks to their bravery and courage. 

On behalf of the DCSMEC family and to all of our veterans: THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

DON’T WAIT 2023 OPEN ENROLLMENT!

MANDATORY OPEN ENROLLMENT! YOU MUST ENROLL!

All benefits, except for the Disability (STD buy-up and/or LTD) plans, will terminated on

 December 31, 2022.

If you don’t enroll the following will occur:

• Your and your dependent’s current Cigna healthcare coverage will terminate on December 31, 2022.
• If you are currently declining healthcare coverage, your opt-out election will terminate on December 31, 2022. You will need to re-enroll in this option during open enrollment.
• You will be automatically auto-assigned to the Cigna SureFit (employee only) healthcare plan.
• If you are currently enrolled in Flexible Benefits, those benefits will terminate on December 31, 2022.
• If you are currently enrolled in a Medical FSA and/or Dependent Care FSA, those benefits will terminate on December 31, 2022.

The enrollment application is available during the open enrollment period 24 hours / 7 days a week. You must use Google Chrome web browser for the online enrollment application. To make selections for your benefits: 

• You must enroll online through the Employee Portal before November 15, 2022.
• Click on the 2023 Open Enrollment link and complete your enrollment.
• During this Open Enrollment period you can enroll for Medical and/or Flexible Benefits.

Schedule Your Enrollment Appointment:

A Benefits Representative will be ready to assist you with your enrollment. Schedule your appointment for face-to-face, telephonic or virtual enrollment assistance by:

• Visiting https://fbmc-scheduler.com/MDCPS-OE or
• Calling 1-855-MDC-PS4U (1-855-632-7748), Press #1, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Voluntary Benefits:

These benefits will continue to be offered during the open enrollment period through Transamerica.

• Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance

Visit 2023 Benefits for additional information regarding your benefits and rates.

Here are the locations and times for Insurance sign up.

Click here for Insurance sign up schedule.

DCSMEC RATIFICATION RESULTS 

(Ratification contract 2022/2023)

YES (75%)                 NO (25%)

Congratulations, the contract passes. The contract now goes for School Board ratification on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. You can expect to see the 4% + $250 stipend sometime in November 2022. Congratulations to the DCSMEC negotiating team. It’s amazing individuals like yourselves that make a difference and help keep DCSMEC at the forefront of the labor movement. 

Negotiating committee members:

Rolando Sardinas (Business Representative/Chief Negotiator)

Arthur Bowra (Business Agent)

Howard Horne (President)

Curtis Green (Vice President)

Oliver Reyes (Recording Secretary)

Raymone Jones (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

Larry Morat (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

Santiago Gomez (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

David Sears (Executive Board/Negotiaing Team)

John Everett (Negotiation Team)

Carlos Vega (Negotiation Team)

Voting Committe members:

Brad Berman (Chairman)

Juan Borges 

Juan Bermudez

Alton Bryant

Angel Lamberto

Thanks to everyone who helped make this ratification a success, especially to all our Ballot box poll workers: great job gentlemen! In closing, Arthur and I want to say thank you to the ladies and gentlemen of DCSMEC, who make it the outstanding organization it is today.