PCSD Weekly Notifications

“I nominated Miss Cimenski because she’s always a teacher. She’s a teacher you can be friends with,” shared Shoreline Middle School student Hunter Ford, followed by Brody Thurgood: “Miss Cimenski is that kind of teacher who helps you and comes down to your level. She’s that kind of teacher.” Brody and Hunter are talking about Jordan Cimenski, a spectacular Shoreline Middle School English Teacher who received the Provo Way Award through their nomination and the nomination of a third student, Noah Smith. 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.

For: Educational Support Professionals

As of December 1, 2024 we are changing to a new time system for all employees who were using Novatime. Training will come from your supervisors. Please keep a look out for more information. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.12.01

For: All Employees

As we enter the busy online shopping season, keep your financial information secure by following some simple tips. Visit the employee website for details. Post exp.11.30

For: All Employees

I understand that between the rush of the holidays, November can often be overlooked. Thanksgiving is the one holiday in November that gets the most recognition. I just want to remind everyone that November is also National Native American Heritage Month (NNAHM), therefore, it is full of opportunities for teaching, understanding, and learning about Native American/Alaska Native people, culture, and history. Read Meredith Lam's full message and get a list of resources on the employee website. Post exp.11.30

For: Admin & Teachers

Nominate a Secondary Teacher for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science. The PAEMST program is now accepting nominations for 7-12th grade STEM teachers. Awardees receive a certificate signed by the President, a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend recognition events and professional development opportunities, a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation, and join a community of over 5,200 award-winning teachers. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.12.06

For: All Teachers

The Arts-Integrated Learning Across the Curriculum PD course enhances teacher expertise and infuses joy and playful student learning experiences in the classroom by emphasizing arts integration and the curricular areas of literacy, technology, and science. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.1.06

For: Admin

Principals and district administration are invited to attend the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts (BTS) Learning Program Legislative Open House. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.11.11

For: Secondary Music 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 strategy is specifically for secondary music teachers but could be adapted in many content areas. Learn more on the employee website.

For: Secondary ELD Teachers

Check out this week’s ELD Quick Tip! This week you’ll learn a reading strategy that you can use in any ELD class and you’ll learn how to access Rosetta Stone stories. Learn more on the employee website.

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: Teachers & Admin

In the month of October, 2024 the Math Curriculum Review Committee, the Fine Arts Curriculum Review Committee, and the Literacy Committee met. Review summaries on the employee website.

For: All Employees

Chalk Talk, a thinking routine from Project Zero, gives everyone a voice. Project Zero, a Harvard Graduate School of Education initiative, creates simple, research-based thinking routines that can be used to educate children to think, engage, and participate. Learn more on the employee website. Post exp.11.25

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: 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: 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

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

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.