PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
You can find him at the crack of dawn– sometimes even earlier and often later– keeping Provo’s schools and school networks safe, secure, and reliable. We’re talking about Steve Ritchie, our Senior Network Technician. Between oversight and maintenance of our district’s computer networks, Steve ensures reliable connectivity from morning until night, troubleshoots issues on the fly, and implements security measures to support efficient and secure digital learning environments. Thank you, Steve Ritchie, for holding up the district, and congratulations on your award. 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 Certified Employees & Supervisors
This notification is to remind all certified staff and their supervisors that self-evaluations and professional growth plans are due by October 15, 2023, according to policy 5240. Both self-evaluations and professional growth plans should be completed using ObserverTab.
Supervisors are required to review the self-evaluations and professional growth plans with employees by November 23, 2023. The self-evaluation process will take roughly 30 minutes to complete.
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 Teachers
October 26-27, 2023, The Wasatch Reading Summit is a conference for education professionals and community members to share information on applying the Science of Reading in the classroom. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.25
For: All Teachers
The SHAPE Utah Conference will be March 4, 2023 at Salt Lake Community College, with registration coming soon. If you’d like to present at the SHAPE Utah Conference, please complete the Presenter Request Form. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.13
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: Secondary ELD Teachers
Check out this week's ELD newsletter to learn about grading in the Vista program, LTEL data, and a speaking strategy to try this week. Read the newsletter on the Employee Website.
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: Elementary Teachers
There are many strategies that teachers can implement to help support the language and literacy development of their multilingual learners. By implementing specific strategies, we can give our ML students the linguistic support needed to access grade-level content and have a greater chance at mastery. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.13
- 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 Teachers
K-12 Teacher Advisory Board Opportunity. The advisory board will support the MOA in providing selected resources for incorporating art into the classroom. Because this network of teachers will represent thousands of students across multiple districts, they are seeking teachers of all grades, a variety of subjects (grade level teachers, art specialists, librarians, etc.), and from different types of schools. The advisory board will likely meet once a semester, and the commitment will last through the end of the school year. Sign up by October 20th. A small compensation will be provided for those on the committee.
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: Secondary ELA Teachers
The Utah State Board of Education Secondary ELA department is presenting a monthly webinar series for professional learning. These monthly webinars are for Secondary ELA educators and leaders in Utah. Educators and leaders are welcome to attend some or all of the webinars live, or they may view the recording at a time that works for their schedules. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.17
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 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 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
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: Secondary ELA Teachers
The myPerspectives curriculum has many resources for multilanguage learners: text-specific supports, English language support lessons, and leveled readers. Find out more information on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.16
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: 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: 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 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: 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.