Weekly Notification

The Provo Way Employee of the Week is Judy Rose. “One of Judy’s greatest strengths is her ability to keep calm and patient at all times, even when things can be stressful or situations can be, you know, high pressure,” said Sara Parrish, Provo City School District’s DLI & World Language Curriculum Specialist. Congratulations, Judy, on this well-deserved award. Read the full story on the district website.

For: All Employees

Are you wondering where to go for insurance information with no additional cost? There are some short informational clips regarding our UMR insurance on the HR Website under Benefits. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.11.7

For: All Employees

Be sure to check out all the things happening this month with PCSD Wellness University. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.10.31

For: All Teachers

Join us at the annual Administrator's Conference of the BYU-Public School Partnership.

This conference is for K–12 principals, administrators, and teacher leaders.The Center hosts this collaborative event for the Improvement of Teacher Education and Schooling (CITES) at Brigham Young University. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.11.7

For: Elementary Principals

New Lexia LETRS® for Administrators equips literacy leaders to create systems and structures in their schools and districts to achieve high levels of academic performance and growth in literacy. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.10.18

For: Secondary ELA Teachers

For: Secondary ELD Teachers

Check out this week’s English Language Development Quick Tip! This week, you’ll learn a writing strategy that you can use in any ELD class; you’ll also learn about vocabulary lists that Vista recently released for Get Ready. Learn more on the employee website.

For: All Teachers

Utah Valley University will be presenting a UVU Graduate Education Information Night.

• Monday, October 14th
• 4pm-5pm
• Provo City School District GTC Conference Room

Learn more on the employee website.

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. Learn more about online safety on the employee website. Post exp.10.31

For: All Employees

Optum Rx Price Edge offers discounted prices on generic medications, whether you are covered by the Provo City School District pharmacy benefit plan or not. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.10.31

For: DLI & Secondary Principals

This month’s newsletter is packed with important updates! Stay informed with key program information, upcoming dates, and the latest state and district news for your DLI, World Language, Bridge, or ASL programs. Be sure to read through announcements and resources designed to support you. Learn more on the employee website. Post epx.10.31

For: Math Teachers

The Utah Council for the Teachers of Mathematics will host their annual conference in Provo on January 28 and 29. Nationally recognized speakers Fawn Nguyen and Mandy Jansen will be presenting. Early bird registration is in effect until December 1. Register for UCTM 2025 Post exp.10.11

For: All

The Child Nutrition Department will be hosting their annual Pan Sale on Tuesday, October 15. All proceeds go to the professional development of Child Nutrition staff. The sale offers a variety of brand new kitchen items and is open to the public. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp. 10.14

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: Instructional Coaches

Bring your colleagues the tools to increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes on October 15th. Meet teachers, coaches, and administrators from neighboring districts and learn how to successfully lead Nearpod implementation. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.10.14

For: All

The BYU Women’s Basketball Team will be hosting a Kids Game on November 13th against Colorado State. Tickets to the game are FREE for all students, chaperones, and adults of elementary school children who would like to attend, but seating is limited. Learn more on the Employee Website. Post exp.11.13

For: All Employees

It is time to apply for a Provo City School District Foundation grant. Any employee of Provo City School District can now apply for a grant, and the grants are no longer limited to $500. The purpose of the grants is to fund projects that directly enhance learning opportunities for students. Learn more using the button above. Post exp. 10.11

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

For: All Employees
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

For: All

BYU is once again offering discounted tickets for Provo City School District employees and their families. Tickets start at $30. If you have questions, please call 801-422-2526. This year’s promo code is BYUPROVOSD. Learn more on the Employee Website.