PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
In some ways, good teachers are far-seeing and oracular; they work patiently in their field, envisioning what their students will become. That is one reason Provo High School Teacher Deanna Coates is so special: as a teacher, she believes in you. She knows that you will become more than you are now. Deanna was nominated by one of Provo High School’s parents, called a significant contributor in closing the gap for her child and so many others. Read the entire story on provo.edu.
Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve. Provo Way Nomination Form.
For: Admin & Classified
This is a reminder to all classified staff and their supervisors that the self-appraisals (self-evaluations) have been uploaded to the ESP Evaluation Portal. According to district policy 5240, all classified employees are required to complete a self-appraisal by October 15, 2023 and meet with their supervisors to review the self-appraisal and set professional goals by November 23, 2023. The self-appraisals will take roughly 30 minutes to complete. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.14
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.
- Thursday, October 12
- 6:00-9:00 p.m.
- BYU Museum of Art (MOA)
- Hybrid
Whether you attend virtually or in person, pre-register for this free professional development here. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.12
For: All Employees
Provo Vs Provo Challenge Premise: To have the most ACTIVE minutes for the month of October. This challenge is a school against school or location against location or department against department challenge. Active minutes mean an increase in heart rate or faster movement. Not all movement is an active movement, this is intentional movement. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.06
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: All Employees
This year the PCSD Foundation is expanding its Teacher Mini Grant program. Any employee of Provo City School District can now apply for a grant and the grants are not limited to $500. The purpose of the grants is to fund projects that directly enhance learning opportunities for students. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.17
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
Wellness screening is a required activity in the PCSD Wellness University. These events will be similar to the health screenings we have had in prior years, but better. We will have stations on physical, mental, financial, social and nutritional wellness. Get the schedule and sign up on the Employee Website. Post exp. 10.06
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
We’re excited to invite all district employees and families to a special event to reshape your approach to technology and its impact on our kids. On October 5th, don’t miss the chance to connect with the CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the previous Director of the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology, Richard Culatta, right here in our city. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 10.03
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.