PCSD Weekly Notifications

The Provo Way Award celebrates and recognizes district employees for exceeding the standard in their position, creating culture, and exemplifying the positive qualities we want Provo to stand for. A shining example of instructional excellence and a true inspiration to teachers and students alike, Angela Warnock, recipient of the Provo Way Award, has consistently demonstrated unparalleled dedication and a passion for education. Nominated by Hailee Shumway, Warnock has proven to be a model teacher for her at Franklin Elementary. 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.

For: All Teachers & Admin

Educators who have developed an approved HB 489 plan have the option to be compensated $1440 on December 20, 2023 or May 20, 2024. If you have finished your plan and you would like to receive payment on December 20, 2023, you must complete the compensation request form emailed to you no later than December 1, 2023.

For: All Teachers

December 4-10 is CS Education Week! We invite all teachers and schools to host an hour of code for their students and families. Innovative Learning has curated some great lessons for use in your classrooms, and families can be invited to extend the learning with an hour of code at home.

Access the CSEdWeek lessons and activities on the Innovative Learning website. Post exp.12.08

For: Elementary Teachers

Carousel Brainstorming incorporates movement and conversation to help students build and activate background knowledge prior to studying a new topic. This 15 minute strategy provides your whole group practice in all four domains: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Learn more on the Employee website. Post exp.12.04

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: Secondary ELD Teachers

Check out this week's newsletter to learn about helping students answer constructed-response questions, getting rid of past assignments in Vista, and Vista's speaking and writing tests. Learn more on the Employee Website.

For: All Employees

In the month of November the District World Languages Committee, Secondary District Literacy Committee, and District Fine Arts Committee met. Visit the Employee Website to review summaries.

• Submission Deadline: Jan 3, 2024
• Conference Dates: June 4-5, 2024

The Arts Express Summer Conference for Elementary Educators is for teachers, arts educators, administrators, and parent volunteers. The conference provides instruction to integrate dance, drama, literary arts, media arts, music, and visual arts across the curriculum to improve student learning. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.12.18

For: All Teachers

Secondary ELA Webinar: Indigenous America through Literature Learning—USBE is offering a monthly webinar series for secondary ELA teachers to learn best practices for implementing the new ELA standards. December's webinar is called "Indigenous America through Literature Learning" and will be presented by Dr. Donna Sabis-Burns. The webinar will be on December 5 from 4-5 PM; those who cannot attend live will receive a recording of the webinar. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.12.05

For: 3-8 Grade Math Teachers

You are invited to join a professional learning cohort from Utah Leading through Effective, Actionable, and Dynamic (ULEAD) Education, where you will develop and implement an innovative practice plan with guidance from research, evidence, and experts designed to infuse vertical teams with collaborative support to achieve mathematical outcomes. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.12.1

For: Grades 3-8 Math Teachers

USBE has a RISE Mathematics Item Writer Workshop for grades 3–8 on January 29, 30, and 31. Below are more details about the workshop. If you want to participate in all three days, please complete the survey by December 8, 2023. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Jared Wright at jared.wright@schools.utah.gov. Post exp.12.05

For: All Teachers

Join us in Park City on December 7 for an Evening for Educators. See how community and storytelling come together in our newest exhibition: Lee Mingwei: The Gifts of Connection, on view November 17th, 2023 – March 18th, 2024. Learn from local artists and educators while we explore how art facilitates the sharing of stories, healing and change. The evening will consist of refreshments, a tour of the gallery, educational materials and hands-on workshops. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.12.04

For: All Teachers

The superintendent is adding a $100 gift card to be awarded to the student winner of the "Find Your Swing" art contest! 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: All Employees

We have a great opportunity to give to our Provo City School District Community. Many families in our District are struggling to provide the essentials, warmth, food and clothing. This Holiday season of Gratitude we as a Provo City School District family would like to provide these essentials for those in need. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 11-30

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

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

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: 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.