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Conflict of Interest - Summary of Law for Municipal Employees
The DESE ELAR portal allows educators to check licensure status, renew or advance a license, and obtain their MEPID number.
DESE Office of Educator Licensure
The Office of Educator Licensure provides a variety of tools for educators who have questions about their licensure.
The DESE Professional Development website provides information on approved PD providers, laws and regulations, and frequently asked questions.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Fact Sheets
Harvard Pilgrim Stride (HMO) Member Services
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
IRS Notice 797 Possible Federal Tax Refund Due to the Earned Income Credit (EIC)
Revised 12/2018
Massachusetts Parental Leave Act (MPLA) Fact Sheet
Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System
The Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS) website contains current information on upcoming seminars, retirement chart and calculator, as well as MTRS forms.
Public School Teacher FAQs on the Conflict of Interest Law
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Individuals working in public service jobs (i.e. public education) may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance due on Federal Direct Loans. This website provides qualification information as well as certification forms.
Worcester Regional Retirement System
The Worcester Regional Retirement System is the system for full-time, non-licensed staff of the Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough. This website provides a benefit calculator, contact information and applicable forms.