People Connections – Block 6

Stay informed and engaged with the latest HR updates, including:

Winter Conversations Wrapped—Optional Spring Check‑ins Ahead
Leave Done Right: What Employees and Supervisors Must Know
Week of Action: Strengthening Community Through Service

Thank You for Completing Winter Performance Conversations!

Thank you to everyone who completed winter Performance Conversations. Your commitment to regular feedback helps us grow stronger together.

Looking ahead, the optional spring check-in conversation will be available Monday, March 2–Tuesday, March 31. This brief conversation is a helpful way to align goals, progress, and support needs.

Important: Employees who received a rating of 1 or 2 in the last conversation are required to complete this spring check-in.

If you have questions, please reach out to us at HR@coloradocollege.edu“>HR@coloradocollege.edu.

Understanding Your Leave Options

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Types of Leave
CC offers a variety of leave options to support you as an employee, and we know navigating those options can sometimes feel confusing. While HR is always available for guidance, below is a summary of the most common leave options.

Vacation Leave
Used for planned time away. Supervisors ensure entries are accurate and that time is recorded in Banner SSB.
Sick Leave
Used when an employee is unable to work due to illness, injury, or medical appointments. Sick leave may be taken intermittently when medically necessary.
Family and Medical Leave (FMLA / Colorado FAMLI)
Leave may be continuous or intermittent. Not all leave types can be taken all at once, so employees should consult HR for guidance before making assumptions about eligibility or timing.
Workplace Accommodations
If medical limitations affect an employee’s ability to perform their job duties, accommodations may be requested. Supervisors are not responsible for evaluating medical needs; instead, HR can support employees and guide the interactive process.

Supervisors’ Role in Supporting Leave

Leave Conversations
Supervisors should listen when employees mention medical needs, time away, or potential leave, and promptly refer them to Human Resources. Supervisors should not attempt to interpret policy, determine eligibility, or manage medical documentation on their own.

Ensure Policy-Aligned Leave Use
When an employee is out for an extended period or has qualified for a leave type, supervisors should help ensure the employee is using the appropriate leave category and following the required steps.

Maintain Confidentiality
Employee privacy is critical. Supervisors should not share medical or personal details with others. At times, supervisors may ask the employee what (if anything) they are comfortable sharing with the team—and keep it minimal.

Support Intermittent Leave Communication
Employees on intermittent leave (including intermittent FMLA) must notify their supervisors when they are out and ensure their time entries are accurate. Clear communication keeps records consistent and helps teams plan coverage.

HR Is Here to Help

Employees and supervisors should not navigate leave policies on their own. HR is available to answer questions, clarify requirements, and guide both employees and supervisors through the process.

For more detailed guidance, please refer to the policies for Colorado College Family and Medical Leave and Colorado Family Leave, or contact us at HR@coloradocollege.edu“>HR@coloradocollege.edu with any questions.

Colorado College HR Participates in Week of Action

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During CC’s Week of Action, held Jan. 12-16, Human Resources had the opportunity to volunteer with Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado. This meaningful experience allowed HR staff to support local efforts to address food insecurity while strengthening our connection to the broader Pikes Peak region.

We are especially grateful to Sarah Elsey and the Collaborative for Community Engagement (CCE) for their outstanding coordination. Their work—organizing logistics such as transportation, volunteer waivers, and partnerships with local nonprofits—ensures that community engagement opportunities are both accessible and impactful for departments across the College.

Colorado College’s ongoing commitment to service extends far beyond campus. HR is proud to contribute to that mission, and to be part of an organization that values giving back to the community we call home.

HR Updates

Visit the HR Updates page to check out past editions of People Connections, along with recent updates from HR.

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