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March 8, 2012Going Google
After many years of using Groupwise email in Provo School District we are moving to Google Apps for Education. The implementation date will be March 19, which means all of your NEW email will start showing up in your Google accounts on that date.
Access to Groupwise (Legacy email) will be available until May 4.
Your email address will stay the same (@provo.edu). This will affect how you read and compose email only.
Your principal is scheduling a training date for your school to be completed in the coming weeks. We will be offering basic training to those who could not attend at their school on one of the following days: Tuesday or Thursday, March 27 and 29 Tuesday or Thursday, April 3 and 5 These will be held 4-‐5pm at Grandview Technology Center (GTC).
Advanced trainings will start April 19 and will go every Thursday 4-‐5pm at the Grandview Technology Center (GTC) for those who desire to become Google ninjas. Topics will include: Google Docs, Sites, Calendar, Desktop Clients and more. By the way, your email address will be the same
November 7, 2011
New ESP Evaluation Form Posted
State law mandates that every district employee be evaluated by their supervisor at least once per year. A new evaluation form has been developed for Education Support Professional (ESP) employees. If you supervise any ESP employees, please download and take some time to read through and understand the evaluation form listed below. Evaluations will be used to determine performance pay.
District Releases Personal Device Procedure Form
The district has recently developed procedures for staff members who wish to bring their own network technology devices to be connected to the district network for schoolwork and to enhance educational opportunities. These procedures outline conditions and responsibilities that should be understood and adhered to.
The second page of the procedures document contains specific details on the device(s), along with signature spaces agreeing to the terms of the procedures. Please download the document/form below:
November 7, 2011
New M.A.S.S. Classes Announced!
Managing Aggressive Students Successfully (M.A.S.S.) is 14 hour behavior management class for all Provo School District staff. It will be taught in the PDC at the District Office over the following 4 sessions (you must attend all 4 sessions):
- Nov. 16, 8:00-11:30
- Dec. 12, 12:00-3:30
- Jan. 11, 8:00-11:30
- Jan. 23, 12:00-3:30
But M.A.S.S. isn't just about aggressiveness. You will learn basic behavior management principles and specific effective interventions that can be applied to students of all ages and developmental levels including behaviors such as off-task, disrespect, disruptiveness... and pretty much any other behavior you can think of.
The class is free! Lunch will be provided for the two morning sessions. Snacks will be provided for all sessions. Certified employees can earn District credit.
There are Three ways to sign up now:
- Simply email me your name (super easy!- stevea@provo.edu).
- Certified employees may sign up using this link: https://usoe.truenorthlogic.com/ia/render.userLayoutRootNode.uP
- Or go to the District web page, under "Staff Development" and use the "On Track" link. Search for the name of the course (Managing Aggressive Students Successfully) or find the course #33943 and look for section #35706.
Fall 2011 Employee Newsletter Now Available
The first employee newsletter for the 2011-12 school year is now published and available for download:
New Assistant Principal at Independence High
We would like to announce the selection of Chris Chilcoat as the new assistant principal at Independence High School effective immediately. Chris has been a teacher at Dixon Middle School and, of late, Provo High School. He was also the Girls Soccer Coach at Provo High. Chris earned his Masters Degree and administrator's license at BYU. Chris takes the place of Ford White who was transferred to Timpview High School as assistant principal. We welcome Chris to the administrative team of Provo School District.
Substitute Teacher Information
Important information for those interested in substitute teaching is available on the Kelly Services website. Please visit the two links below. The link to the main KES website provides information for both substitutes and teachers. The link for KES scheduling will take you through the process of scheduling an appointment. After first answering some prescreening questions, you will then be prompted to the schedule.
Employee Training Available for Lane Change Credit -Updated
Being a certified employee in Provo City School District, you are allowed to apply for lane changes to increase your pay if you have enough lane change credits. To get lane change credits, you can attend training classes offered by the district. Get more information or Register for courses by selecting the links below. If you have questions, contact Todd Billings at toddb@provo.edu or 801-374-4800.
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