PCSD Weekly Notifications

“She helps me with my assignments and hears about my complaints about some of my classes, which are hard. Honestly, she is one of the best teachers ever.”Read the full story on the district website.

This week, we’d like to celebrate and congratulate Provo High Teacher Kaylee Smedley for receiving the Provo Way Award. Society expects great teachers to be part-time architects and part-time counselors all the time– from building structured units that account for state standards through cumulative, engaging experiences to providing support and resources, aiding help students navigate their academic, personal, and emotional journeys, it seems too much– yet Smedley manages it all with grace.

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

Under the direction of the Superintendent, all contracted employees who anticipate retiring at the end of the 2023-2024 school year are notified that anyone who formally confirms, in writing, their retirement plans on or before noon of December 18, 2023 will be eligible to receive two and one-half percent (2.5%) based on the employee's gross annual contracted salary to be paid in a lump sum upon retirement from Provo City School District as an incentive for early retirement notifications. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 12-18

For: All Employees

November is Native American Heritage Month to call attention to the culture, traditions, and achievements of the nation's original inhabitants and their descendants. Bring a Native artist to your school! The Utah Division of Arts and Museums (UDAM) has curated a Native American Teaching Artist Roster that lists Native Artists that you can invite to your classroom. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-27

For: All Employees

UVU is hosting a Graduate Programs Information Night for educators interested in getting an advanced degree on Wednesday, November 15th – from 5:00-6:30. Come learn about the degrees they offer. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-15

For: All Employees

The next Wellness Challenge is Meditation Master. This is an easy individual challenge of meditation for 5 minutes a day until you reach 150 minutes for 30 days. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-30

For: Secondary ELD Teachers

In the October 31st edition of the Secondary ELD Newsletter, read about Simultaneous Round Tables, Newsinlevels, School-to-Home Connections, and more. Read the newsletter on the Employee Website.

For: All Employees

How many grams of added sugar is recommended for a child? Aim for less than 25 grams (about 6 teaspoons) of added sugar per day for children 2 years of age and older. Avoid serving food and drinks with added sugar to children under 2 years of age. Serve water and milk instead of soda, sports drinks, sweet tea, sweetened coffee, and fruit drinks. Learn More on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-09

For: Elementary Teachers

Each week we will share one strategy that you could adapt to meet the needs of your diverse multilingual students. As you read through the strategy, you can keep in mind your specific ML students to determine how the strategy shared can support your learners during Tier 1 instruction. You can implement these instructional strategies to provide every learner with what they need to have academic and linguistic success! Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-03

For: All Teachers and Teachers

The annual administrator's conference of the BYU-Public School Partnership. Come and join us for 2 keynote addresses and over twenty breakout sessions. For school and district administrators, K-12 teachers, and teacher leaders. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-06

For: All Teachers

The U of U's Department of Educational Psychology offers a master’s program in Literacy Education, with endorsement options, and a Ph.D. program in Literacy, Language, and Learning (L3). These programs are open to all educators and will help them best support struggling readers. Learn more on the Employee Website.

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. Post exp. 11-1

• 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

• New Directions Work-Life Services
• New Directions EAP
• EAP Card

For: Secondary STEM Teachers

Applications for the Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew are due December 1. Join a group of youth advocates promoting the value of out-of-school STEM learning and equity in STEM for young people nationwide. The Flight Crew will publicly share their stories to inspire other young people to pursue out-of-school STEM learning, while honing their public speaking, advocacy and leadership skills during eight months of virtual programming. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.11.27

For: All Teachers

Celebrate educators in October with free general admission to the zoo and select Halloween events! Utah’s Hogle Zoo is offering free general admission to the zoo and select Halloween events in October to any educator. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.31

• Download Al’s Sporting Goods Employee Appreciation Night Flyer

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 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 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: Elementary Teachers

During the 2023-2024 school year, USBE will be hosting a series of webinars under the frame of “From Science to the Classroom.” Our first session will be held November 1st from 4-5 pm with guest speaker, Dr. Louisa Moats, the lead author of LETRS. Register for the event. Louisa Moats Presentation Flyer. Post exp.11.02

For: All Teachers

The PCSD theme for this school year is “Find Your Swing” – based on the book “The Boys In The Boat” by Daniel James Brown. Superintendent Wendy Dau has announced a contest for students to design a pin representing this theme. Your student's design could become this pin! These pins will be awarded to everyone that reads the book. The contest is open to all PCSD students, K-12. Learn more at provo.edu. Post exp. 12.10

For: Teachers

Provo City School District teachers can earn a $2500 PDTA (Provo Distinguished Teaching Award) and receive USBE credit toward lane change by completing microcredential stacks. Learn more and follow our new step by step guide on the Employee Website. Post exp.11-1

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: Administrators

The Learning Edge Administrators Conference is focused on building relationships and connecting through content. There will be two keynote speakers, David Parker and Dante Dixson. This conference will be held at the Provo Marriott Hotel on November 14, 2023, from 8:00 am- 3:00 pm. Registration cost is $75.00. Principals are encouraged to bring teacher leaders from their schools. post exp.11.14

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: Elementary Teachers

Over the past few years, our STEM educators have continued to go above and beyond, even as they faced challenges in and out of the classroom. They deserve recognition for the amazing work they bring to your community and nominating a teacher for a Presidential Award is just one small way to say “thank you”. Learn more on the employee website. post exp. 12.16

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.