Strike Aftermath
As of May 4th, 2018 the teachers’ strike has ended with the signing of the State Budget Plan. A plan that provides more than $300 million to improve Arizona Schools. Over the course of the upcoming years, the bill is…
An Eye on Benefit Vendor Contracting and Management
With 4 major healthcare companies in the state, and a multitude of voluntary benefits vendors, how does a school district or public entity know which one is the best fit for your budget and employee’s needs? Schools districts traditionally follow…
The Importance of Choosing Your Health Care During Open Enrollment
If you are a school district employee in the State of Arizona, your district will designate a set period of time each year for you to choose your benefits package for the next plan year. For many schools, it runs…
Saving Money through Healthy Employees
Having sick employees is never ideal for your business. Employers can have little or no control over lifestyle choices of their employees, which can be a helpless feeling. Here at Valley Schools, our WellStyles program has produced positive results in…
Private Companies are Now Following the Valley Schools Model
Private companies like Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase announced that they would form an independent health care company for their employees in the United States. The three giant firms employ over one million employees. Increasingly, large employers are forming…
Safety in Numbers
With the attempts to phase out the Affordable Health Care Act (AHCA), small business and individuals are now suffering to provide health care that they can afford. The insurance world has become complicated and time consuming when trying to provide…
Educating Educators on Health Plans
We can all agree that teachers and school staff are our superheroes. Every superhero deserves a comprehensive health plans that meet their needs. How else would you define someone who is committed to ensuring our children receive a great education…
New Look, Same Valley Schools
Valley Schools is proud to announce the launch of our brand new website. After 30 years of being a leader in school employee health insurance and wellness, it was time to update our look. The health insurance market is ever…
How to Save Money With Valley Schools
The holiday season is upon us and one thought we all share is making sure our budget can support gifts for friends and loved ones while still being able to cover living expenses. In today’s tough school economic environment, it’s…
Keeping School Districts Well for the Holidays
The holidays are approaching fast and School Districts across the state are gearing up for winter break. As schools sprint towards the end of the first half of the year, it is worth taking some time to think about next…