PCSD Weekly Notifications
Starting Monday, February 3, 2025 the employee website will require a sign-in. This sign-in will simply be your Google work credentials.
The district wants to celebrate the hard work of its employees. If you know an employee that is doing an exceptional job, please nominate them for the Provo Way Award. Nominate a coworker that you feel is exceptional at what they do. Give them the recognition they deserve.
“Principal Biggs has really made my children feel welcome at Provost,” shared parent Megan A. Jenkins. This heartfelt praise highlights the impact of Provost Elementary Principal Tricia Biggs, this month’s recipient of the Provo Way Award. Tricia’s efforts to connect with students and families have made her an integral part of the school community. From making parents feel valued to ensuring students feel supported and excited to learn, Tricia has created a culture of gratitude and belonging. Read the full story at provo.edu.
For: Teacher
If your teaching license is expiring June 2025 ~ Action Is Required. License renewal has never been so easy! USBE has updated the renewal process.
PCSD would like you to please renew your license by May 30 2025. Post exp.5.30
For: All Employees
Every year, the PESPA Association is pleased to accept nominations for all the wonderful employees. Please nominate an ESP who has gone above and beyond to help you, your students, or your patrons. They will be honored at the May school board meeting and receive a monetary reward. We are accepting nominations until March 28th. Post exp.3.28
For: Secondary Social Studies Teachers
Each week we share one strategy that you can use to meet the needs of your diverse multilingual learners in secondary content classes. This week’s writing strategy is specifically for secondary social studies teachers but could be adapted for use in many content areas. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All
Let’s celebrate CTE Month in February! CTE, Career and Technical Education, is a program where classroom learning meets real-world experience, preparing students for high-demand careers and lifelong success. Through hands-on learning and practical applications, CTE empowers secondary students to develop essential skills in areas like health science, engineering, culinary arts, robotics, computer science, and more, bridging the gap between education and employment. Learn more on the employee website.
For: All
The Provo City School District is proud to present two events: the Eastside and Westside Band and Orchestra Bash! These performances will showcase students from our Eastside and Westside schools, reflecting the talent and hard work of 6th-grade band and orchestra students alongside middle and high school ensembles. Mark your calendars and join us for two incredible nights.
Eastside Band/Orchestra Bash
- Who: Timpview High School, Centennial Middle School, and 6th-grade band/orchestra students
- When: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Where: Timpview High School Thunderdome
Westside Band/Orchestra Bash
- Who: Provo High School, Shoreline Middle School, and 6th-grade band/orchestra students
- When: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Where: Provo High School Doghouse
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The Provo City School District is excited to highlight the artistic talents of our students at the Covey Center for the Arts! Throughout February 2025, Timpview High School student artwork will be showcased in the Second Floor Gallery of the Covey Center. Learn more on provo.edu.
For: All Employees
The holiday season can be a stressful time. Travel plans, inclement weather, and the many social functions we attend throughout the month of December can take their toll on us mentally, physically, and socially. The beginning of the year can be a refreshing time to set intentions for the year to come, but it can also bring feelings of post-holiday and winter blues. Provo City School District’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Blomquist Hale is here to help you navigate the post-holiday stressors. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.2.25
For: Elementary Teachers
Elevate your students’ writing abilities! The Utah State Board of Education (USBE), in partnership with Keys to Literacy, presents a dynamic professional learning opportunity designed to equip elementary literacy coaches and teachers with practical strategies for implementing the “Writing Rope” framework. Translate research into action and empower young writers to reach their full potential. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.1.31
For: All
Celebrate the District Day of Dance! Witness dazzling performances by PCSD Middle School and High School Ballroom and Modern Dance Teams, plus a special spotlight performance by Wasatch Elementary 4th graders. Learn more about the District Day of Dance. Post exp.2.3
Winter 2025 » Explore topics essential to your financial future from the convenience of your home or office. Come with questions! These interactive presentations will help you maximize URS benefits and retirement planning. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.3.18
For: All Employees
Start the new year with smarter and safer email habits! Protect not just your inbox but our entire school district. Remember, the security of our digital accounts is a shared responsibility. By adopting these practices, you contribute to the overall resilience of our cybersecurity defenses. In the online realm, phishing threats lurk, but you hold the key to protection. Visit the employee website for simple steps to follow to protet your inbox. Post exp.1.31
For: Teachers with Secondary Endorsement
If you are interested in being a Driver's Ed. Instructor, please reach out to clayb@provo.edu. It is a great way to supplement income and serve our students in the community. It usually consists of 6 extra hours per week and pays $34 an hour. You must have a secondary school teaching license and be endorsed through the USBE Driver Education program to be endorsed. You must complete four online courses, which will take nearly 10 months to obtain the endorsement. The district Driver's Ed. program will reimburse you for the amount you pay toward the endorsement courses. Post exp.3.31
For: All Teachers
Utah’s 5 High Leverage Practices course is offered through USBE, and availability has been extended through the end of May. This 2-USBE credit opportunity discusses the 5 Utah High Leverage Practices, which are completely self-paced and available to any educator in Utah. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.5.31
For: Classified Employees
We will be having workshops for the new UKG Ready system every Tuesday starting December 10 running through January.
- Date: Every Tuesday, December 10-January 28
- Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Place: District Office Room 36
No need to sign up just show up, Maria Mejia-Ledesma will be available to answer questions and help with any training needed. Post exp.1.31
For: All Teachers
Act now to secure one of the remaining spots in our winter PD courses. The BYU ARTS Partnership designed these courses with you in mind with the goal to deepen student learning. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp. 2.20
For: All Employees
Beginning on November 1, 2024, we are excited to introduce our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This service is administered by Blomquist Hale and is available to all employees of Provo City School District, whether full-time, part-time, or regardless of benefits status. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp. 5.31
For: Elementary Teachers
UVU Prep is a 6-week free STEM summer school opportunity for students. Only 6th graders can apply, and if accepted, they are committing to 3 summers full of fun and engaging learning. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.1.31
For: Music Teachers
Please let all your musical students know that the application and registration fee deadline for the 2025 Aspiring Musicians Competition and Concert is Monday, March 3, 2025. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp. 3.3
For: All Employees
Join a CPR/AED/First Aid and Stop the Bleed Training offered by PCSD registered nurses. Have you ever considered learning CPR, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed skills to become a valuable first responder during emergencies at school or within our community? If so, now is your golden opportunity! Learn more on the employee website. Post exp 4.11
The 2024-2025 school year high impact days are as follows: the first and last week of school; two days before and two days proceeding: Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break; SEP Days; Graduation Days for BYU and UVU; and Professional Development Days. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp 5.22
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.
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.