PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
As any teacher will tell you, the first few years of teaching can feel rocky—you’re charting the uncharted, building units and class cultures, setting classroom management standards in stone, and experiencing the expectations that students have for teachers—and yet, newer teachers like Rock Canyon Elementary’s Tegan Bracha somehow do this and more for our students. We and those around her are grateful for her and her example, which is why she received the Provo Way Award. Read the full story at provo.edu.
Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve. Provo Way Nomination Form.
Please remember the following for the upcoming Winter Break December 21 – January 2, 2024
- Turn off and unplug all electronics i.e., TVs, computers, sound systems, projectors, document cameras, DVD players, printers, copiers, etc.
- Empty, unplug, and prop the door open of personal refrigerators
- Set thermostats to 55 degrees or unoccupied, if in a portable or office
- Close window blinds
- Remember to shut down all computer labs
- Do not shut off network switches or routers
Thank you for continuing to support energy savings throughout Provo City School District! Feel free to contact Mitch Swenson if you have any questions or concerns.
For: All Teachers
USBE invites you to join other Utah educators in 30 Days of Writing. A daily invitation to pause and write for 5-10 minutes will be emailed to you. Invitations may ask you to reflect on questions, consider mentor texts, engage in guided imagery, or pick a topic of your choice. Choose to participate with the invitations how you wish. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.09
For: Secondary Teachers
The Mythology Supplemental Standards have been created to provide Utah educators with guidance on the specific knowledge and skills for students to master when enrolled in a Mythology course. These standards supplement the P-12 Utah English Language Arts Standards. USBE staff is seeking 30-day public feedback to gather stakeholder input to guide finalizing these supplemental standards. The 30-day feedback window opens December 13, 2023 and closes January 12, 2024. Please provide your feedback prior to the closing date. Public Feedback for Mythology Standards Google Form Post exp.1.11
For: All Teachers
If you have previously earned an endorsement from the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) in English as a second language (ESL), elementary mathematics, reading 1, gifted and talented, elementary STEM, or education technology, you have an opportunity to gain 9 earned credit hours toward a Masters of Education degree at UVU. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.09
For: Secondary ELA Teachers
USBE has released a document with best teaching practices related to the new ELA standards. The document includes lists of practices to incorporate into your classroom as well as a myriad of resources about each practice.
Please take a few minutes to go over the new ELA standards. Additional resource links have been included in some instances to provide additional information. Post exp.1.30
For: All Employees
Do you want to find out the cost of an upcoming procedure? You can get this information from your UMR portal. The health cost estimator allows you to research treatment options and learn about the recommended care and estimated costs associated with your selected treatment option. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.31
For: Administrators
BTS principals are invited to join the USBE Professional Principal Network (PPN), with a course tailored specifically for Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program schools. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.5.26
For: All Employees
For any subject and any grade, explore Harvard’s Graduate School of Education Project Zero’s (PZ) Thinking Routines Toolbox. This toolbox highlights thinking routines developed across a number of research projects at PZ. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.2.05
Dealing with a challenging situation? Feeling more stressed than usual? Emotional Wellbeing Solutions is here to help. It’s a modern, flexible Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers support for everyday life. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.5.31
For: All Employees
Don’t tackle Medicare & Social Security alone. You have a team of experts ready to remove obstacles, answer questions, and help you through questions. Webinar will be on January 17. Find details on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.17
For: All Teachers
The Central Utah Writing project invites all teachers of all subjects and grade levels to apply for participation at the annual Summer Institute. This rich and rewarding personal and professional development experience is three weeks this summer. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.6.10
For: All Employees
Semester 1 ends on December 31, 2023. You need 600 points to earn your incentives. Visit the Employee Website to learn more. Post exp.12.31
For: All
Instructure has once again partnered with the Utah Jazz to honor Utah’s educators as part of our annual MVE program. Instructure and the Utah Jazz have a multi-year partnership where we have the pleasure of representing 17 educators throughout the NBA season. Learn more and nominate on the Employee Website. Post exp.3.15
For: All Teachers
Mark your calendar for the Literary Promise Conference. The Literary Promise Conference opens doors for the K-12 learner. March 21-22, 2024 Provo, Utah Utah Valley Convention Center. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.3.22
For: All Employees
Save the date for the 40th Anniversary Celebration, Commitments to our Future presentation at the Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. For district/university partnership participants and former associates participants. Keynote speakers and breakout session focused on five commitments and the work of BYU-PSP- past, present, and future. February 6, 2024 Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center 8:30 am-3:00 pm. BYU Public School Partnership Flyer Post exp.02.02
For: All Employees
The Provo City School District nurses are offering certification for the American Heart Association CPR/AED/First Aid and Stop the Bleed Training. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 4.13
For: All Employees
Did you know we have a Employee Google calendar that you can subscribe to with all the important dates? Visit this page on the Employee website to subscribe to that calendar and view all contract calendars.
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.