Staff Resources
Employment Opportunities
Employee Forms
Certificated
- Certificated Catastrophic Leave Donation Form
- Formal Classroom Observation Report
- Request for Approval of Units
Classified
- Classified Catastrophic Leave Donation Form
- Classified Employee Evaluation Form
- Classified Performance Improvement Plan
- Classified Letter of Transfer Request or Interest
- Reclassification Request Form
Employee Services
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Employee Absence Reporting System
Frontline Technologies is the MUHSD's system for recording and managing absences and finding substitutes. The system will be available to employees 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
*All employees are required to report any and all absences through this automated system.
To begin reporting absences, click on the Login button below. Should you experience difficulty using the system, please contact the Campus Administrative Assistant at your site. If you need additional assistance, please contact a Personnel Technician at the district office (Contact Info Below).
To call and report absences dial 1-800-942-3767. Your User ID# is your contact number on file. PIN will be the 4 or 5-digit number on file with MUHSD.
Note: You will be sent an invite to your District email, to set up your Frontline ID please check your email before calling your Campus Administrative Assistant, or the appropriate personnel technician.
Contact Us:
Jande Esquivel
Personnel Technician-Certificated
Phone & Fax: 209-325-2003
Brenda Vega
Personnel Technician-Classified
Phone & Fax: 209-325-2002
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Employee Self Service (ESS) is now available for our district. ESS is a secure, web-based portal, available through the Merced County Office of Education, Information Services Department.
With ESS, you can review your specific personal and work-related information, such as pay history, leave balances, and W2 information.
Below you'll find the MUHSD user guide that includes the link for registering and logging into your user account.
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Please submit a Leave Request Form 30 days in advance, if possible, in order to request any type of leave longer than 5 days.
Types of Leaves
- Family Medical Leave
- California Family Rights Act
- Pregnancy Disability Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Unpaid Leave of Absence
- Military Leave
- California Emergency Responder Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Reproductive Loss Leave
*Please refer to your CBA for additional leave of absences.
What is Family Medical Leave (FMLA)?
Federal legislation, Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, provides 12 weeks of unpaid protected leave within a 12 month period, during which time the employee’s job (or equivalent position) and health benefits are protected. To qualify, the employee must have worked at least 12 months (need not be continuous) and at least 1250 hours within the last 12 months not including sick pay, vacation, or other types of leaves.
Basic Leave Entitlement
FMLA requires covered employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for the following reasons:
- For incapacity due to pregnancy, prenatal medical care or childbirth;
- To care for the employee's child after birth, or placement for adoption or foster care;
- To care for the employee's spouse, son or daughter, or parent, who has a serious health condition; or
- For a serious health condition that makes the employee unable to perform the employee's job.
For more information regarding FMLA, please click on link below:
Employee Rights & Responsibilities Under the Family and Medical Leave Act
What is California Family Rights Act (CFRA)?California Family Rights Act of 1995 is designated to coincide with FMLA to achieve the common goal of providing employees the right to reinstatement to the original or similar position and continued coverage under their health plans. Entitlement provides 12 weeks of unpaid job protected leave within a 12 month period for the serious health condition of the employee, the spouse, or an immediate family member, care for a child after pregnancy (does not cover pregnancy), and the adoption of a child. Must have worked 12 months or 1250 hours to qualify. Employees disability due to childbirth is not covered, however it is covered by Pregnancy Disability leave and FMLA.
Under the California Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), employees disabled by childbirth or related medical conditions are eligible to take a pregnancy disability leave (PDL) for any period of actual disability caused by pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions up to four months for a full-time employee per pregnancy, regardless of length of employment within the District. The leave runs concurrently with FMLA but not CFRA.
Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL)
Under the California Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), employees disabled by childbirth or related medical conditions are eligible to take a pregnancy disability leave (PDL) for any period of actual disability caused by pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions up to four months for a full-time employee per pregnancy, regardless of length of employment within the District. The leave runs concurrently with FMLA but not CFRA.
Remember to check your contract: DTA (for Certificated) & CSEA (for Classified).
What is “Paid Parental Leave?”
Eligible educational employees are entitled to Parental Leave under a combination of California law and applicable collective bargaining agreements. The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) provideds up to twelve (12) workweeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for bonding with a newborn child or a child placed through adoption or foster care. This leave is also known as “Baby Bonding.” This leave runs concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), where applicable.
To be eligible, an employee must have been employed by the District for at least twelve (12) months.
Use of CFRA and/or FMLA leave is unpaid, however, current and accumulated sick leave shall be used for parental leave until it is exhausted. If, during the twelve-week Parental Leave period, all available sick leave (including accumulated sick leave) is exhausted and the employee remains absent for Parental Leave purposes, the employee shall receive differential pay for the remainder of the Parental Leave period, in accordance with the Education Code.
Parental Leave does not need to be taken in one continuous period. Under CFRA regulations, the minimum duration of Parental Leave is two (2) weeks. Any additional leave must be taken in full-week increments. All Parental Leave must be concluded within one (1) year of the child’s birth or placement.
Flyers
For any assistance, please use the contacts below.
Sara Olmos
Human Resources Specialist
Phone: 209-325-2014
Fax: 209-225-2647
Health Benefits
If you need any additional assistance, please contact Erin Cervantes, 209-325-2007, at the District Office
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When is Open Enrollment?
Open enrollment occurs once a year in August, with plan selections becoming effective on October 1st.
What qualifies as a qualifying event, and what changes can be made as a result?
The following are considered Qualifying Events according to SISC:
- Birth, Adoption, or Legal Guardianship
- Marriage or Commencement of Domestic Partnership
- Divorce or Termination of Domestic Partnership
- Death of Dependent (spouse/domestic partner or child)
- Qualified Medical Child Support Order (QMCSO) requiring enrollment of dependent child
- Gain or Loss of Entitlement to Medicare/Medicaid coverage by covered person
- Change in Employment Status (e.g., Part-Time to Full-Time, Full-Time to Part-Time, Active to Retiree, Hourly to Salaried, Unpaid Leave of Absence)
- Gain or Loss of Coverage Elsewhere including change in employment status of spouse/domestic partner or dependent child.
You are eligible to change your health plan if a qualifying event has occurred.
What age will my dependent child(ren) lose coverage?
Dependent children will no longer be eligible for coverage once they turn 26.Who may decline coverage?
- Employees working less than 90% of full-time or receiving less than 90% of full-time benefits may decline coverage.
- Employees enrolled in Medi-Cal, Medicare (Parts A & B), TRICARE, or a Covered California plan with a subsidy may decline coverage, with proof of enrollment required.
What is primary and secondary insurance and how does it work?
Primary insurance is the health plan that pays first when you receive care. It covers most of your medical expenses, up to the limits of your policy. Secondary insurance, if you have it, helps cover costs that the primary insurance doesn’t fully pay, such as copayments, coinsurance, or
deductibles. The secondary plan only kicks in after the primary insurance has paid its share.- For Self: The primary insurance is the one you get through your own employer (or your own health plan).
- For Child(ren): The "birthday rule" applies. The parent whose birthday comes earlier in the year (regardless of the year) is considered the primary insurer for the child. The other parent's insurance becomes secondary.
If my employment is terminated, either by me or my employer, when does my insurance coverage end?
Your insurance coverage will end on the last day of the month in which your employment ends.What happens to my insurance if I take an unpaid leave of absence?
If your unpaid Leave of Absence is approved, the District will continue to pay the monthly district cap and invoice you for the remaining amount. The employee's portion will need to be paid in advance. Specifically, on or before the 20th of the month preceding the coverage. Please note that coverage will be dropped for non-payment. -
Contact information for each of Merced Union High School Districts insurance providers. NOTE: Your identification cards may not be received by the time your coverage is effective.
Anthem Blue Cross of California – SISC III
Customer Service: 888-720-4725 option 1 for Member
Anthem Website
Anthem Blue Cross ClaimsNavitus Health Solutions – Prescription Drug Plan
Customer Service: 866-333-2757
Navitus WebsiteDelta Dental of California – Premier Incentive PPO or PPO Plan
Customer Service: 866-499-3001
Delta Dental Website
REGISTER ONLINE TO PRINT INSURANCE CARDSISC Dental Health Network (Anthem Dental) PPO Plan
Customer Service: 844-729-1565
SISC Anthem Website
REGISTER ONLINE TO PRINT INSURANCE CARDVSP – Vision Service Plan
Customer Service: 800-877-7195
VSP Website
REGISTER ONLINE TO PRINT INSURANCE CARDAmerican Fidelity Assurance
Customer Service: 800-662-1113
American Fidelity WebsiteThe Standard – CTA Disability
Customer Service: 800-368-2859
The Standard WebsiteMadison National Life Insurance Services
Customer Service: 800-627-3660
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Welcome to the September 2026 edition of the Merced Union High School District Benefits Newsletter! This quarterly update includes information on how to access your insurance cards, along with details about three no-cost benefits available through SISC. Programs like these offer valuable health and wellness support at no additional cost. These resources are designed to help you stay healthy and supported throughout the year. Additionally, adult recreation opportunities in the cities of Atwater and Merced are linked below so you can explore community activities and stay active.
Accessing Your New or Existing Insurance Cards
If you changed medical plans during Open Enrollment, please allow time for your new ID cards to arrive. If you stayed on the same Anthem Blue Cross plan and need a card, log in to Anthem’s website to request one. First-time registrants without a Member ID will need to call Anthem at 888-720-4725 (option 1) to obtain it before creating an account. Please note that Delta Dental and VSP Vision Care do not issue physical ID cards; you’ll need to create an online account to access your coverage details (registration typically takes less than 10 minutes). Click the links below to get started.
MIDI Health
MIDI Health is a virtual care program designed to support menopause and midlife health needs. It provides specialized care for menopause and perimenopause symptoms, age-well visits, weight management, sleep concerns, mood and memory support, and guidance for hair, skin, and cancer survivorship. Through virtual visits, members can connect with clinicians who create personalized treatment plans and ongoing support - all from the convenience of home.
Navitus
Access the tools you need to make the most of your pharmacy benefits.
Navitus Health Solutions is the pharmacy benefits manager for your prescription drug coverage, helping ensure you get the medications you need at the best possible cost. Through the Navitus member portal, you can look up your prescription drug benefits, see formulary coverage and pricing, check pharmacy options, and review claims history. The portal also makes it easy to find lower-cost alternatives when available and understand how your prescriptions are covered under your plan. To access your pharmacy benefits or manage prescriptions.
WellTheory
WellTheory offers free, personalized autoimmune care for members and dependents over age 18 enrolled in a PPO plan. The program provides 1:1 coaching with autoimmune experts to help identify the root causes of symptoms and build individualized care plans. Members also gain access to educational resources and a supportive community, along with evidence-based guidance on nutrition, sleep, stress management, and healthy habits. For those looking to dig deeper, WellTheory offers advanced testing to evaluate factors like gut health, hormone balance, and food sensitivities. This holistic approach aims to reduce symptoms naturally and support long-term wellness.
- Access WellTheory
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