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Williamsburg County School District PEBA Benefits & Enrollment Information 2026
PEBA administers the state’s employee insurance programs for South Carolina’s public workforce. PEBA benefit elections are processed through PEBA’s MyBenefits and Member Access portals. Learn more about the benefits available to employees by visiting the links below.
PEBA Website MyBenefits Online Portal Member Access (Retirement) Online Portal
Your PEBA Benefits Options
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
MoneyPlus Health Savings Account
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Learn more! The Insurance Summary, available at peba.sc.gov, provides more detail about your benefits options, including eligibility, when you can enroll and premiums.
Quick Links
→ Standard Medical Plan Information
→ Savings Medical Plan Information
→ Medicare Supplemental Medical Plan Information
→ TRICARE Supplemental Medical Plan Information
→ Prescription Benefit Information
→ Select Your Retirement Plan Guide
→ South Carolina Retirement System Information
→ State Optional Retirement Program Information
→ Be Aware & Prepare Program Information
→ Wondr Health Sign-up / Login
Helpful Videos
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What Insurance Do You Have?
Comparing the Standard and Savings Plans
Comparing Dental Plus and Basic Dental
Medicare Supplemental Plan at a Glance
When Does a Prescription Need a Coverage Review?
How Returning to Work Will Impact Your Insurance
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Questions or Concerns?
Contact PEBA’s Customer Service through the contact forms below, or any time from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday at 803.737.6800 or 888.260.9430.
Questions About Insurance Benefits Questions About Retirement Benefits
For more contact information, visit peba.sc.gov/contact.
Williamsburg County School District Enrollment Assistance – Gathr 2026
You will be able to use the Gathr site to make your annual enrollment benefit elections, view your current elections, make life event changes, update family and/or beneficiary information, access benefit materials (i.e. plan summary documents or forms), etc.
FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO COMPLETE THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS:
1. Logging In
To self-enroll online, please visit: [insert Gathr login URL]
– Returning users: Enter your Social Security Number and Date of Birth and click ‘Continue.’ Log in with the username and password you setup upon initial onboarding. If necessary, click ‘Forgot login or password?’ above the Password field to locate the email address used or reset your password.
– First-time users: Enter your Social Security Number and Date of Birth and click ‘Continue.’ Follow the system prompts to setup your account and two-factor authentication.
2. Onboarding (only applicable to first-time users)
– Complete the onboarding steps by verifying your Personal Info and Contact Info. Then click ‘Finish.’
3. Next Steps (only applicable to first-time users)
– Click ‘Continue’ to navigate to the homepage.
4. Start Enrollment
– Click ‘Start Enrolling.’
5. Dependent Information
– You will need to add any dependents you wish to enroll before moving forward. Then click ‘Continue.’
Tip: Have dependent details handy. To enroll a dependent in coverage you will need their Social Security Number and Date of Birth.
6. Enroll in Benefits
– Click ‘Start’ next to each benefit to enroll in that benefit or waive coverage. Once you’ve finished enrolling, click ‘Continue.’
Tip: If you miss a benefit it will be marked Incomplete. Click ‘Start’ next to any Incomplete benefits to enroll in or waive coverage.
7. Review & Confirm Benefit Elections
– Click ‘Start’ next to Enrollment Summary. Next, fill in your legal name and click ‘Click here to sign’ to sign your enrollment summary. Then, check the box next to ‘I have read and reviewed my benefit enrollments.’ Finally, click ‘Sign.’
8. Finish Enrollment
– If you are finished making elections, click ‘Yes, I’m Finished’ to complete your enrollment. NOTE: If you click ‘Yes, I’m Finished,’ you will no longer be able to make changes to your elections.
– If you would like to save your elections and make changes later, click ‘Finish Later.’ NOTE: If you click ‘Finish Later,’ your enrollment is not complete and you will need to finish the enrollment before the enrollment period ends.
Williamsburg County School District Important Information About Your Supplemental Benefits Enrollment 2026
IN-PERSON & SELF-ENROLL
During your annual enrollment period, a PGB Benefits Representative will be available by appointment to meet with you one-on-one to help you evaluate your benefits based on your individual and family needs, answer any questions you may have, and assist you in the enrollment process. If you prefer, you may also self-enroll online following the instructions on the Enrollment Instructions page of this site.
ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD: September 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025
ELIGIBILITY:
– Employees must work 30 hours or more per week to qualify for supplemental benefits.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
– When do my supplemental benefits start? The plan year for Colonial Life Insurance Products runs from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
– When do my deductions for supplemental benefits start? Deductions for Colonial Life Insurance Products start January 2026 for enrolled employees.
– Why have my supplemental Cancer, Accident, or Medical Bridge benefits not started yet? The Colonial Cancer plan and the Health Screening Rider on the Colonial Accident and Colonial Medical Bridge plan has a 30-day waiting period for new enrollees. Coverage, therefore, will not begin until January 31, 2026.
– Can I sign up for PEBA Benefits as well? Pierce Group Representatives are available to educate employees on their PEBA benefits and guide them through the self-enroll process in MyBenefits. PEBA information is included in this guide for informational purposes only.
– I want to sign my family up for supplemental benefits as well, what information will I need? If signing up for any coverage on your spouse and/or children, please have their dates of birth and social security numbers available when speaking with the Benefits Representative.
– What is the difference between pre and post-tax supplemental benefits? Pre-tax benefit contributions are taken from an employee’s paycheck before state and federal taxes are applied. Post-tax benefit contributions are paid after taxes are deducted. It’s important to note that some coverages may still be subject to taxes even if paid for through pre-tax deduction or employee contribution.
– Can I change my benefit elections outside of the enrollment period? Elections made during this enrollment period CANNOT BE CHANGED AFTER THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD unless there is a family status change, otherwise known as a qualifying life event (QLE), as defined by the Internal Revenue Code. Examples of a QLE can be found here.
– Can I change my benefit elections outside of the enrollment period? Elections made during this enrollment period CANNOT BE CHANGED AFTER THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD unless there is a family status change, otherwise known as a qualifying life event (QLE), as defined by the Internal Revenue Code. Examples of a QLE can be found in the chart on the next page. Once a QLE has occurred, an employee has 30 days to notify PGB’s SC Employee Services at 1-833-556-0006 to request a change in elections.
– I have a pre-existing condition. Will I still be covered? Some policies may include a pre-existing condition clause. Please read your policy carefully for full details.
YOU CAN MAKE THE FOLLOWING SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFIT ELECTIONS DURING THE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD:
– Enroll in, change, or cancel Colonial coverage.
IMPORTANT NOTE & DISCLAIMER
This is neither an insurance contract nor a Summary Plan Description and only the actual policy provisions will prevail. All information on this microsite including premiums quoted is subject to change. All policy descriptions are for information purposes only. Your actual policies may be different than those on this microsite.
Williamsburg County School District Overview of Supplemental Benefits 2026
PRE-TAX SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Cancer Benefits: Colonial Life
Accident Benefits: Colonial Life
Medical Bridge Benefits: Colonial Life
POST-TAX SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Short-Term Disability Benefits: Colonial Life
Critical Illness Benefits: Colonial Life
Whole Life Insurance: Colonial Life
ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Student Loan Assistance Program: GradFin
Please note your insurance products will remain in effect unless you speak with a representative to change them.
Enrollment Period: September 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025
Effective Dates: January 01, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Williamsburg County School District Supplemental Benefits Guide 2026
Fairfield County School District Forms & Links 2026
Fairfield County School District PEBA Benefits & Enrollment Information 2026
PEBA administers the state’s employee insurance programs for South Carolina’s public workforce. PEBA benefit elections are processed through PEBA’s MyBenefits and Member Access portals. Learn more about the benefits available to employees by visiting the links below.
PEBA Website MyBenefits Online Portal Member Access (Retirement) Online Portal
Your PEBA Benefits Options
Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance
MoneyPlus Health Savings Account Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Learn more! The Insurance Summary, available at peba.sc.gov, provides more detail about your benefits options, including eligibility, when you can enroll and premiums.
Quick Links
→ Standard Medical Plan Information
→ Savings Medical Plan Information
→ Medicare Supplemental Medical Plan Information
→ TRICARE Supplemental Medical Plan Information
→ Prescription Benefit Information
→ Select Your Retirement Plan Guide
→ South Carolina Retirement System Information
→ State Optional Retirement Program Information
→ Be Aware & Prepare Program Information
→ Wondr Health Sign-up / Login
Helpful Videos
1
/
2
What Insurance Do You Have?
Comparing the Standard and Savings Plans
Comparing Dental Plus and Basic Dental
Medicare Supplemental Plan at a Glance
When Does a Prescription Need a Coverage Review?
How Returning to Work Will Impact Your Insurance
1
/
2
→ Watch Next: Navigating Your Retirement Benefits Video Playlist
Questions or Concerns?
Contact PEBA’s Customer Service through the contact forms below, or any time from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday at 803.737.6800 or 888.260.9430.
Questions About Insurance Benefits Questions About Retirement Benefits
For more contact information, visit peba.sc.gov/contact.
Fairfield County School District Enrollment Assistance – Employee Navigator 2026
You will be able to use the Benefits Enterprise site to make your Annual Enrollment elections, view your current elections, make life event changes, update family and/or beneficiary information, access benefit materials (i.e. plan summary documents or forms), etc.
FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO COMPLETE THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS:
1. Log In
To enroll online, please visit: www.EmployeeNavigator.com and click Login.
– Returning users: Log in with the username and password you selected. Click Reset a forgotten password or locate your username if needed.
– First time users: Click on your Registration Link in the email sent to you by your admin or Register as a new user. Create an account, and create your own username and password.
2. Welcome
– After you login click Let’s Begin to complete your required tasks.
3. Onboarding (for first time users, if applicable)
– Complete any assigned onboarding tasks before enrolling in your benefits. Once you’ve completed your tasks click Start Enrollment to begin your enrollments.
Tip: if you hit “Dismiss, complete later” you’ll be taken to your Home Page. You’ll still be able to start enrollments again by clicking “Start Enrollments”
4. Start Enrollments
– After clicking Start Enrollment, you’ll need to complete some personal & dependent information before moving to your benefit elections.
Tip: Have dependent details handy. To enroll a dependent in coverage you will need their date of birth and Social Security number.
5. Benefit Elections
– To enroll dependents in a benefit, click the checkbox next to the dependent’s name under Who am I enrolling?
– Below your dependents you can view your available plans and the cost per pay. To elect a benefit, click Select Plan underneath the plan cost.
– Click Save & Continue at the bottom of each screen to save your elections.
– If you do not want a benefit, click Don’t want this benefit? at the bottom of the screen and select a reason from the drop-down menu.
6. Forms
– If you have elected benefits that require a beneficiary designation, Primary Care Physician, or completion of an Evidence of Insurability form, you will be prompted to add in those details.
7. Review & Confirm Elections
– Review the benefits you selected on the enrollment summary page to make sure they are correct then click Sign & Agree to complete your enrollment. You can either print a summary of your elections for your records or login at any point during the year to view your summary online.
Tip: If you miss a step you’ll see Enrollment Not Complete in the progress bar with the incomplete steps highlighted. Click on any incomplete steps to complete them.
8. HR Tasks (if applicable)
– To complete any required HR tasks, click Start Tasks. If your HR department has not assigned any tasks, you’re finished!
Fairfield County School District Important Information About Your Supplemental Benefits Enrollment 2026
IN-PERSON & SELF-ENROLL
During your annual enrollment period, a PGB Benefits Representative will be available by appointment to meet with you one-on-one to help you evaluate your benefits based on your individual and family needs, answer any questions you may have, and assist you in the enrollment process. If you prefer, you may also self-enroll online following the instructions on the Enrollment Instructions page of this site.
ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD: September 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025
ELIGIBILITY:
– Employees must work 20 hours or more per week to qualify for supplemental benefits.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
– When do my supplemental benefits start? The plan year for Colonial Life Insurance Products runs from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
– When do my supplemental deductions start? Deductions for Colonial Life Insurance Products start January 2026 for enrolled employees.
– Why have my Cancer, Accident, or Medical Bridge benefits not started yet? The Colonial Cancer plan and the Health Screening Rider on the Colonial Accident and Colonial Medical Bridge plan has a 30-day waiting period for new enrollees. Coverage, therefore, will not begin until January 31, 2026.
– Can I sign up for PEBA Benefits as well? Pierce Group Representatives are available to educate employees on their PEBA benefits and guide them through the self-enroll process in MyBenefits. PEBA information is included in this guide for informational purposes only.
– I want to sign my family up for supplemental benefits as well, what information will I need? If signing up for any coverage on your spouse and/or children, please have their dates of birth and social security numbers available when speaking with the Benefits Representative.
– What does Pre-Tax vs. Post-Tax Change? Pre-Tax benefits take funds directly from your paycheck to cover benefits before going through State and Federal taxing process. Post-Tax collects funds for benefits after taxes have been taken out. Please be aware there are certain coverages that may be subject to federal and state tax when premium is paid by pretax deduction or employee contribution.
– Can I change my supplemental benefit elections outside of the enrollment period? Elections made during this enrollment period CANNOT BE CHANGED AFTER THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD. Please speak with your Plan Administrator for more information.
– I have a pre-existing condition. Will I still be covered? Some policies may include a pre-existing condition clause. Please read your policy carefully for full details.
YOU CAN MAKE THE FOLLOWING SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFIT ELECTIONS DURING THE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD:
– Enroll in, change, or cancel Colonial coverage.
IMPORTANT NOTE & DISCLAIMER
This is neither an insurance contract nor a Summary Plan Description and only the actual policy provisions will prevail. All information on this microsite including premiums quoted is subject to change. All policy descriptions are for information purposes only. Your actual policies may be different than those on this microsite.
Fairfield County School District Overview of Supplemental Benefits 2026
PRE-TAX SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Cancer Benefits: Colonial Life
Accident Benefits: Colonial Life
Medical Bridge Benefits: Colonial Life
POST-TAX SUPPLEMENTAL BENEFITS
Short-Term Disability Benefits: Colonial Life
Critical Illness Benefits: Colonial Life
Whole Life Insurance: Colonial Life
Please note your insurance products will remain in effect unless you speak with a representative to change them.
Enrollment Period: September 15, 2025 – October 31, 2025
Effective Dates: January 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
Fairfield County School District Supplemental Benefits Guide 2026
Greene County Schools Forms & Links 2026
Colonial Life
- File A Claim
- Colonial Service Forms
- GTL Employee Assistance Program
- GTL Life Planning Services
(Organization Name: ColonialLife-LifePlanning)
Dental
Vision
Life
Student Loan Assistance Program
Legal
Flex Accounts
Greene County Schools Colonial Life / Health Advocate EAP + Work/Life Programs 2026
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available through your Colonial Life Group Term Life Insurance, offers confidential, short-term counseling from Licensed Professional Counselors for a full range of personal issues and achieving a healthy work/life balance across the life span. In a crisis, emergency help is available 24/7.
– Stress, anxiety, depression
– Relationship, family, parenting issues
– Substance Abuse
– Anger, grief, loss
– Life transitions
– Referrals for additional treatment, as needed
888-645-1772 | ColonialLife.com/EAP
Work/Life Planning Services
The Health Advocate work/life services, available through your Colonial Life Group Term Life Insurance, offers financial and legal counseling services, as well as grief support and referral for up to 12 months after a claim.
877.240.6863 | HealthAdvocate.com/members (Organization Name: ColonialLife-LifePlanning)
Greene County Schools The FSA Store 2026
Take control of your health and wellness with guaranteed FSA-eligible essentials. Pierce Group Benefits partners with the FSA Store to provide one convenient location for Flexible Spending Account holders to manage and use their FSA funds, and save on more than 4,000 health and wellness products using tax-free health money. Through our partnership, we’re also here to help answer the many questions that come along with having a Flexible Spending Account!
– The largest selection of guaranteed FSA-eligible products
– Phone and live chat support available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
– Fast and free shipping on orders over $50
– Use your FSA card or any other major credit card for purchases
BONUS: Get $20 off any order of $150+ with code PGB20FSA (one use per customer).
Other Great FSA Store Resources Available To You
– Eligibility List: A comprehensive list of eligible products and services
– FSA Calculator: Estimate how much you can save with an FSA
– Learning Center: Easy tips and resources for living with an FSA
– Savings Center: Where you can save even more on FSA-eligible essentials
– FSAPerks: Take your health and funds further with the FSA Store rewards program
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