PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
As a Counseling Secretary, you must be a jack-of-all-trades, supporting your school’s many counselors, maintaining records, assisting students and their families, and managing the many administrative tasks that come your way. It takes someone special, like Provo High School’s Counseling Secretary, Janessa Zeyer, to complete with ease– and she does this all with boundless warmth, remarkable composure, and tireless devotion to our students. Read the full story on the district website.
Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve. Provo Way Nomination Form.
For: All Employees
Thank you for continuing to support energy savings throughout Provo City School District! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Mitch Swenson District Energy Specialist mitchs@provo.edu 801-370-4652
- Turn off all electronics i.e., TVs, computers, sound systems, projectors, document cameras, DVD players, printers, copiers, etc.
- Set thermostats to 55 degrees or unoccupied, if in a portable or office
- Close window blinds
- Shut down all computer labs
- Do NOT shut off network switches or routers
For: All Employees
It is that time of year for Flu Shots. We will be holding our annual flu shot clinic on November 1, 2023, at the District Office in the PDC. The clinic will be held from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. It is first come first serve!
- Who is it for: all employees and their dependents
- What do I need to bring with me: your insurance card and photo ID
- Do you have to have the district insurance: No.
- How old do you have to be to get a flu shot: 6 months or older
- View Flu Clinic Flyer
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Download UVU School Of Education Graduate Programs Information Night Flyer UVU School Of Education School of Education Graduate Programs Information Night
Wednesday, November 15th – 5:00-6:30
Provo School District Professional Development Center
280 W 940 N Provo, UT 84604
For: All Employee
Beginning September 1, 2023, Our new EAP company is New Directions. There are many benefits with the EAP including Child/Elder care, Daily Living, Career and Work, Family Resources, Financial Resources, and Emergency Resources. Please see the flyers below for more information. Post exp.1.02
For: All Employees
Did you receive a message saying that your Loom account has been downgraded? You probably set yours up during the pandemic as a Business account instead of an Education account. Loom Pro is still free for all district employees. Simply go to the Loom Education website and complete the process to get verified. Be sure to sign in or sign up using Google Single-sign-on with your district account. Then click Get Verified! Post exp.10.26
All school faculty/staff and their families are invited to come and receive special CEO pricing during Al’s Sporting Goods annual Teacher Appreciation Event. They will close to the general public, making this event exclusively for educators. Post exp.11.5
- Monday, November 6, 2023
- 5:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.
- Up to 40% Savings
- Bring your School ID
For: Employees Planning to retire soon
A representative from URS will be at Provo City School District in the PDC for a retirement seminar on Monday, November 13, beginning at 4:00 p.m. If you are getting close to retirement, come and learn about the different pension options available and the steps you’ll need to take to file for your URS Benefit. Check out the flyer for more information. Post exp.11.13
For: All
Earlier this year, Greg Macpherson, a New Zealand pharmacist, biotechnologist, and author of “Harnessing the Nine Hallmarks of Aging,” told the Deseret News that people with a healthier lifestyle are more likely to have younger cells and to age better and live longer. Learn more about being Sugar Smart on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.20
For: All Employees
The Art Toolbox is a new, free resource provided by the BYU Arts Partnership that is relevant to all educators and applicable to any subject and has easy to use, engaging strategies. Every strategy can be used to help students develop art skills, explore core concepts, and regulate their own learning journey. Sign up to get your free resource provided by BYU arts! Post exp.11.06
For: All
October is Energy Awareness Month, and it’s a good opportunity to take inventory of your power usage and clean up where you can. Please take a moment to read through the post, and evaluate where you can help bring down our power usage. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.31
For: All Employees
As the leaves start to change and “spooky season” approaches, October brings about Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The goal of the Technology Department is to provide information and resources about cybersecurity to make it less spooky and more fun! We want to help you and your students stay safe online. Cybersecurity Tips for Educators on the Employee Website.
For: All Employees
The Utah Symphony will be performing for PCSD students on Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Provo High School Auditorium.
- Secondary student performance: 10:30-11:10 am (Secondary music teachers and their students have first priority)
- Elementary (4-6th grade) student performance: 11:50-12:40 pm. Teachers, please arrange an early lunch schedule at your school before arriving.
For: All
The Child Nutrition’s annual Pan Sale is back and everyone is welcome. Be sure to check out this great fundraiser. The School Nutrition Association Fundraiser is offering brand new kitchen items and local goods such as handmade jewelry, gift baskets, baked goods and more! Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.18.
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 Employees
When seeking medical attention, please show the provider your new insurance card. This will let them know the insurance is UnitedHealthcare, Choice Plus Network. UMR administers our benefits within the UnitedHealthcare Company.
If you have any questions please reach out to the benefits office. erikaha@provo.edu catherinem@provo.edu Post exp.10.31
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.