PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
There are families in need of aid in our district. Each family’s needs are different and unique, requiring undivided attention. Moreover, many families need help figuring out where to start or who to talk to. Gratefully, we have Claudia Barillas to seek out, listen, coordinate, and connect families with the aid they need. Read the full story on provo.edu website.
For: Admin & Teachers
TOMORROW join us for an edWebinar. The classroom is becoming an increasingly more diverse place, with students from different types of families, cultures, and backgrounds. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
The healthy habit challenge for December is to Track Spending. Focus on spending less money this time of year. It is possible. Here are some great ideas to spend less at Christmas. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
We will be hosting a URS Seminar for those employees who are planning to retire within 3 years on Monday, December 12, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Professional Development Center adjacent to the District Office. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
Senior Benefits and Capita will be in the PDC on December 14, 2022 for a presentation on Social Security and Medicare benefits. If you are close to retiring and or have questions regarding Social Security or Medicare benefits, you won’t want to miss this!! Learn more on the employee website.
For: All
The USBE Fine Arts team is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2023 Sorenson Legacy Awards for Excellence in Arts Education are now being accepted. Nomination deadline: January 20, 2023. Let's honor our remarkable Provo City School District arts educators and administrators by nominating them for these prestigious Sorenson Legacy Awards. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
Winter Break is the 2nd greatest energy savings opportunity next to Summer Break. Please remember your energy savings for winter break. Visit the employee website a detailed reminder.
For: Elementary Teachers
Our next LETRS training is on January 17, 2023. Those in the district cohort doing Unit 3 do not need to do anything to register. If you are a classroom teacher doing unit 7 you will need to sign up. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All
- Who: Everyone interested especially secondary school personnel, counselors, students, parents, school board
- What: Provo CAPS Showcase 2022
- When: Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, 6-7:30pm
- Where: Nu Skin Ballroom, 75 W Center Street, Provo UT 84601
- Why: Presentation of client-based projects completed by CAPS students for local business
For: 6-8 Science Teachers
The Secondary Science Assessment Specialist from the Utah State Board of Education is announcing the first cluster writing workshop for 2023. They are going to write 24 clusters to help fill gaps in our middle school cluster bank. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Teachers
“Finding Home” includes an interactive tour of Roots of Knowledge (storytelling, poetry, mindfulness exercises, games, etc) followed by an art making activity. The field trip program is rooted in Utah State Core Curriculum Standards and can currently accommodate up to 70 students at a time. We’ve been given a grant by the Larry H. Miller Foundation, so groups who come to participate in our pilot program will be reimbursed for all bus fees. Learn more on the employee website.
For: Administrators
This series of Zoom sessions was developed from feedback from leaders regarding topics of interest and need and are presented by experts and specialists in the respective areas. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
There is only one month until the 1st half of the Wellness program is complete. There is still plenty of time to finish all the tasks for the 1st half. Visit the employee website for a list of Wellness tasks that need to be completed.
For: All
Hello from East Bay Post High. We are a post-secondary school for students with severe disabilities. We want to assemble “Keep Me Warm” kits and “Bags of Toilet Paper” to donate to Tabitha’s Way Local Food Pantry. To reach this goal we need your help in gathering the materials. Learn more on the employee website.
For: Secondary Math Teachers
Come learn more about how to use Nearpod in your secondary math lessons! We are forming a collaborative work group which will meet for four Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 in Room 36 of the District Office. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Teachers
Are you pursuing a STEM, Math or Ed Tech endorsement? Did you know you can be reimbursed for tuition and course materials? The Utah Legislature has allocated funding to the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) to use to incentivize educators across the state to achieve endorsements in the STEM subjects. Learn more on the employee website.
For: 4-7 Grade Teachers
The Ultimate Robot Competition challenges teams of students to create a robot from an Ultimate Robot Kit. Students are not meant to follow the plans exactly, but instead must modify (engineer) what they have to accomplish a task. Visit the employee website to learn more and sign up.
For: Elementary Teachers
With newer science standards, what shifts to instruction are expected? Explore how to implement the Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards into instruction at elementary science workshops. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Teachers
Showcase your student's creations this year at the "This is Us" District Art and Film Festival Gala in March. This is a chance to really highlight those special creations you see pass through your classroom. We want to see those cute preschool pieces as well as the beautifully crafted high schooler art and everything in between. Learn more about this and the film portion on the employee website.
For: Elementary Teachers
The Utah Science Teaching Association and the USBE are collaborating to bring this science training to three locations in the state. This is a two-day professional development for elementary teachers with three strands: K-2, 3-4, 5-6. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
Instructure will once again be partnering with the Utah Jazz to recognize Utah teachers and all they are doing for our kids and communities. Learn how you can nominate your favorite teacher for this award on the employee website.
For: All
Phishing – An attack that where hackers trick you with a fraudulent email, website, or ad to steal confidential information like credit card numbers and passwords. We’re writing to you today to inform you of the increase and on-going cyber-crime of phishing attacks, especially during the holiday season. Threat actors have been sending emails claiming to give you the greatest holidays deals as well as pretending to be approved retirement and pension specialists. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
In our ongoing efforts to support our district Diversity, Equity & Inclusion statement here are some resources from USBE and a info sheet on “How Racism Can Affect Child Development”.
For: Teachers and Admin
The Elementary District Literacy Committee, District World Language Committee and the Secondary Literacy Committee met December 5. Review their minutes on the employee website.
For: All Employees
Did you know that you can read holiday books and more all through the holidays for free? Yup! Download the Sora App and choose Provo City School District as your school and start the holiday reading adventures. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All Employees
When Telemedicine Is The Easier Answer: Have a sore throat and don’t feel like driving to the doctor or sitting in a waiting room? Access convenient, high-quality care right from the comfort of your own home. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All
Check out these great winter books for the New Year! Lean more on provo.edu.
For: All
Check out these new book titles just in time for this year's holiday season. Something for everyone, bringing smiles and sparkle home this December! Find the holiday book list on provo.edu.
For: New Employees
Did you know that Utah Risk Management offers liability protections to employees in the State of Utah? Refer to the document above if you have any additional questions. Read Utah Risk Management Document.
For: All
Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve. Provo Way Nomination Form.