PCSD Weekly Notifications

August 8th, 2022

PCSD Weekly Notifications August 8th, 2022
Raquel Macias Del Valle Provo Way Employee of the Week

It can be hard to extend oneself beyond the calling of your work, share of yourself, empathize, and lift others around you. That is why Raquel Macias Del Valle, the Para Professional at Provo Peaks, is so special: she lightens the paths of teachers and parents, leads the youth through empathetic and differentiated teachings, and shares in the achievements of her school and community. Read the full story on provo.edu website.


Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve. Provo Way Nomination Form.

Listen to 'Sup with the Sup' Constitution Episode
The next episode of 'Sup with the Sup' is out and it is an exciting one! Guests are going to talk about the Constitution with Wendy. This episode is a great way to celebrate “American Founders and Constitution Month”.

For: All Employees

Learn what is going on with the Wellness Program in September. Here are the upcoming events:

  • September 21, 2023 – Wellness Screening Event at the District Office in the PDC 9:00 – 5:00 Sign up for the wellness screening.
  • September 22, 2023 – Wellness Screening Event at Grandview Training Center – stage side 9:00 – 5:00 Sign up for the wellness screening.
  • September 25, 2023 – Registration for Provo vs. Provo starts. Wellness Activity worth 200 points

If you have any questions about joining or completing the wellness program, please contact your Wellness Manager or Cat Miner.

For: All Teachers

Earlier this year a bill passed officially designating September as “American Founders and Constitution Month” with September 17 as “Constitution Day” in the State of Utah! While all state residents are encouraged to learn more about the Consitution this month, schools are specifically encouraged to observe by reading directly from the United States Constitution and other primary sources, and to teach the governing principles found in the United States Constitution. For grade-level lessons or to learn more about the bill itself (as well as other official months and days in Utah), click on the links below:

Post exp.9.29

For: Teachers and Administrators

Join us the day before our Digital for Good Community Series for a more intimate discussion with Richard Culatta, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education. Talk with Richard about managing technology use, what “good” technology use looks like, how to address digital dysfunctions in our society, and the future of technology (aka, AI). Post exp.10.03

For: 6-8 Grade Math Teachers

Ready to Socialize: Middle School Formative Assessment Clusters Professional Learning

Consider joining this professional learning opportunity, sponsored by the Utah State Board of Education and facilitated by Carrie Caldwell (mathematics teacher at Hillside Middle School and 2016 Utah PAEMST awardee). Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.10.12

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: Elementary Teachers

Professional Development Day on October 11: Thinking Strategies – Think creatively! Think deeply! An exciting and rejuvenating day filled with the arts, creativity, and collaboration. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.10.02

For: All Teachers

Innovative Learning invites you to join us and teachers from across Alpine, Provo, and Nebo school districts on Saturday, October 7th from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. for Edcamp – a special, free professional learning experience. Edcamps are peer-led, participant-driven professional learning for educators that use an “unconference” model to connect and share best practices. This is a chance for you to discuss the things that are most on your mind right now with other educators. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Learn more and register on Eventbrite. Post exp.10.03

For: All Employees

Utah McDonald’s has given us coupons for each individual in the district for a free Egg McMuffin and a small coffee or soft drink. These coupons are good through September 30, 2023. Please email Bonnie Tautkus at bonniet@gmail.com or come into the district office to get your coupon! Post exp.9.29

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: 4-6 Math Teachers

Come learn about a simple way to get students motivated to talk about their mathematical thinking and earn a stipend in the process. We will meet starting on Tuesday, September 26, 3:30-4:30 at the PDC. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.26

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: Secondary Math Teacher

All secondary math teachers who are interested in participating in the Building Thinking Classrooms Math PD for this year through our STEM Action Center Grant — we will have our first meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 3:15-4:15 in the PDC. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.27

For: Math Teachers

Join Lindsey Henderson, state math specialist, and Jeremy Thiesen, Math Annex, on October 19 to learn about using an asset-based lens to analyze students’ ways of thinking and how that can be leveraged to advocate for student’s mathematical journeys. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 10.19

For: All Teachers

The USBE Teaching and Learning Department is hosting the STEM Institute, a free and exciting professional learning opportunity that may be just what you and your school team are looking for. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.22

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 Teachers

Starting this Thursday, join the Utah State Board of Education for an eight-part webinar series centered on news and media literacy skills! The USBE is excited to announce this webinar series brought to you by their content specialists and the News Literacy Project. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.26

For: Elementary Teachers

Last year, the Finding Home field trip served over 2,000 kids between October 2022 and May 2023. Teachers and students provided incredibly positive feedback. Learn more about this year's field trip opportunities on the Employee Website. Post exp.9.25

For: All Teachers

The Provo City School District Department of Title I and Title III is now offering a competency-based ESL Endorsement for all interested teachers. Participants will complete courses in Canvas to demonstrate competency in the five Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) domains: language acquisition; cultural diversity; planning and implementing instruction; assessment and evaluation; and professionalism and leadership. Courses are self-paced; it is anticipated that the full endorsement will take approximately two years to complete. Courses will be open beginning on September 1. To learn more about the endorsement and apply for entrance, please check out this informational form. Post exp.9.25

For: All Teachers

Free PD K-12. Evenings are held throughout the academic year at museums and galleries across the state of Utah. They feature keynote speakers, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, light refreshments and free educational materials designed to help teachers integrate the night’s theme into their curriculum. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.9

For: All Teachers

The Arts Express Conference and STEM Action Center of Utah partnered together to provide recordings of the conference. Thanks to their generous contributions, you can access the keynote sessions, 15 breakout sessions, and handouts! Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.16

For: All

We invite everyone to the "Get the Scoop on CTE" event.

  • September 25, 2023
  • 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Provo High School, 1199 Lakeshore Dr, Provo UT 84601

Learn about CTE pathways and future career opportunities. Free ice cream and hands-on activities throughout the night. Post exp. 9.25

For: K-8 Math Teachers

USBE Book Study Opportunity: Teaching Math to Multilingual Students. In this book study, participants will have an opportunity to learn more about strategies and techniques for building the competencies of multilingual learners. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.9.29

For: All Employees

A quick follow-up with respect to our new medical insurance. If you are currently participating in the prescription mail order program through SelectHealth, you will be required to take action with Optum (our new pharmacy provider) to continue with prescription mail orders. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.25

For: All Employees

If you would like to participate in PCSD Wellness University and earn the incentives that come along with that participation here are the required activities. ALL wellness participants need to complete ALL three activities to earn their wellness incentives. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.16

For: All Teachers

The 95 Percent Multisyllable Routine is an easy to use routine to help teachers provide direct, explicit instruction on the six syllable types students encounter when reading larger words! The program comes with classroom-ready multisyllable decoding lessons, visuals, and manipulatives to help students make quick work of reading big words! Routines take only 10-15 minutes and can be used with whole classes or smaller groups of students. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.29

For: All Employees

Professional Outreach Program in the Schools (POPS), managed by the Utah State Board of Education and sponsored by the Utah State Legislature, supports arts education by bringing professional arts organizations’ educational programs to schools for free or subsidized costs. POPS supports the state’s core arts standards by providing arts education opportunities to all Utah schools. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 9.25

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 Teachers

NASA’s OSIRIS-REx, the first U.S. mission to collect a sample from an asteroid, will return to Earth on Sept. 24, 2023, with material from asteroid Bennu. When it arrives, the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft will release the sample capsule for a safe landing in the Utah desert. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp. 9.24

For: Teachers and ESP

The Utah STEM Action Center is once again providing grant opportunities. Applications are due by September 30th. Visit the employee website for details. Post exp. 9.29

For: All Teachers

If you are a licensed Secondary Teacher and received the Drivers Education Endorsement you can make $30 an hour. Please see the attached information on what is required. You can also contact Clay Bingham at clayb@provo.edu if you have any questions. Post exp.12.22

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.

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