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PCSD Weekly Notifications
August 8th, 2022
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This week, we congratulate Madison Frei for receiving the Provo Way Award. One of the most significant challenges in teaching is balancing the needs of the many against the needs of the individual; every student is different by cultural background, lived experiences, temperaments, aptitudes, ethics, and more, each unique down to the freckle—and yet, teachers like Frei care for and keep each student on track. 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
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
The Provo City School District Foundation recognizes the great work performed every day by employees of the district and strives to support them whenever possible. Each year six outstanding educators (1 principal, 1 classified/prof. tech. employee, and 4 teachers) are recognized for their contribution to the education of students. These employees are nominated by their peers and recognized at a formal dinner in May. The nominations are due by March 17. Outstanding Educator Nomination Form
For: All Teachers
Beehive Science & Technology Academy in Sandy is putting on the Utah STEM Expo this month, and it’s free to attend. See hands-on science demonstrations from students and businesses.
- Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy
- Date: Saturday January, 27
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Utah STEM Expo is great experience to bring your friends and family to for a fun education centered evening out. Post exp.1.27
For: Elementary Teachers
The 8th annual Build Math Minds Virtual Math Summit is available online next month, and is free to attend. Enjoy 28 dynamic speakers presenting sessions covering a variety of elementary math topics. Read more on the Employee Website. Post exp.2.17
For: All Employees
Visit the Utah Valley University’s Roots of Knowledge installation on January 31 to examine different definitions of home via our stained-glass windows and hands-on art workshops. Learn how to use art making and other multi-model activities as entry points for students to explore their feelings about belonging, place, and community. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.31
For: Secondary ELD Teachers
Check out this week’s ELD newsletter to learn about signal words, Ellevation, and Vista’s learning objectives. Read the newsletter on the Employee Website.
For: Math Teachers
The Teaching Math to Multilingual Learners book study is now available, and the opportunity to use it is available to any mathematics teacher in Utah. The book study is structured like a library check-out process with perks. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.2.3
For: All
Independence is hosting a job fair January 25, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. This fair is for teens and adults alike within our district and is an invaluable resource for those seeking employment. Learn more on the District Website. Post exp.1.25
For: High School ELA Teachers
Poetry Ourselves is an original poetry writing competition open to Utah’s 9th-12th graders. A student may submit either one or two original poems of any format – OR – up to a maximum of ten original haiku. New this year, we will have judges with expertise in Spanish language poetry, and entries may be submitted in English or in Spanish. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.2.6
For: All Employees
M’art’ch Madness is a multidisciplinary arts competition presenting student works of art on the theme “Creating Connection.” Submissions from the fields of dance, drama, music, visual arts, media arts, literary arts, and more are accepted. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.3.4
For: All Teachers
Through the generous funding of Art Works for Kids, UVU and WSU are collaborating on a pilot project to address endorsement needs! Learn more about Advanced Studio Work and 3D Design on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.29
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. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.30
For: 4 & 5 Grade Teachers
Please consider joining USBE Education Specialists and colleagues from around the state June 10-14 in Price, Utah for a nearly all-expense paid Content Integration Summer Institute. Visit the Employee Website for details. Post exp.2.22
For: K-12 Math Teachers
The USBE Maths team– Cristina Barrera, Molly Basham, Trish French, and Lindsey Henders– are excited to report that Step 4 of the Utah State Board of Education’s approved standards revision process is complete! Step 4 is the convening of the Standards Review Committee that was populated by recommendations from the Utah State Legislature and the Chair of the Utah State Board of Education. Lean more on the Employee Website. Post exp.2.10
For: Secondary ELA Teachers
USBE has released a document with best teaching practices related to the new ELA standards. The document includes lists of practices to incorporate into your classroom as well as a myriad of resources about each practice.
Please take a few minutes to go over the new ELA standards. Additional resource links have been included in some instances to provide additional information. Post exp.1.30
For: All Employees
Do you want to find out the cost of an upcoming procedure? You can get this information from your UMR portal. The health cost estimator allows you to research treatment options and learn about the recommended care and estimated costs associated with your selected treatment option. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.1.31
For: Administrators
BTS principals are invited to join the USBE Professional Principal Network (PPN), with a course tailored specifically for Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program schools. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.5.26
For: All Employees
For any subject and any grade, explore Harvard’s Graduate School of Education Project Zero’s (PZ) Thinking Routines Toolbox. This toolbox highlights thinking routines developed across a number of research projects at PZ. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.2.05
Dealing with a challenging situation? Feeling more stressed than usual? Emotional Wellbeing Solutions is here to help. It’s a modern, flexible Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers support for everyday life. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.5.31
For: All Teachers
The Central Utah Writing project invites all teachers of all subjects and grade levels to apply for participation at the annual Summer Institute. This rich and rewarding personal and professional development experience is three weeks this summer. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.6.10
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: 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.