The Happenings

TCP Timekeeper Transition Info

Our current timekeeping system, Timeforce, was bought out by another company and is sunsetting. The District explored its options for new timekeeping systems and has selected TCP as its new vendor. All employees using the timekeeping system will be required

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March Board Meeting

The March Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 21 at the county courthouse, in the commissioner chambers from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Click here to review minutes and audio from past board meetings.

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February Board Meeting

February’s Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 15 at Canyon Country Lodge in Escalante from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Click here to review minutes and audio from past board meetings.

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January Board Meeting

January’s Board Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 17 at Bryce Valley Elementary from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. To participate virtually, a ZOOM link will be available the day of the meeting, under the School Board drop-down menu

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December Board Meeting

December’s Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 14 at 10:00 am. The location for the meeting is the Red Canyon Conference Room A at Ruby’s Inn in Bryce Canyon City. Please plan to attend in-person, as an electronic

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Last week’s Escalante Elementary Grand Opening was truly an evening to remember. We are grateful to all who came together to mark this historic moment with students, staff, and community leaders. Here’s to many more milestones and memories to come at our new elementary school! ... See MoreSee Less

Last week’s Escalante Elementary Grand Opening was truly an evening to remember. We are grateful to all who came together to mark this historic moment with students, staff, and community leaders. Here’s to many more milestones and memories to come at our new elementary school!

Garfield County School District is happy to announce the selection of Samie Ott & Sheryl Henrie as the new Elementary Reading Specialists/Instructional Coaches. Samie & Sheryl will be working closely with our faculty and staff across the district to enhance our reading programs and provide targeted instructional coaching. Please join us in welcoming Samie & Sheryl to their new positions! ... See MoreSee Less

Garfield County School District is happy to announce the selection of Samie Ott & Sheryl Henrie as the new Elementary Reading Specialists/Instructional Coaches. Samie & Sheryl will be working closely with our faculty and staff across the district to enhance our reading programs and provide targeted instructional coaching. Please join us in welcoming Samie & Sheryl to their new positions!

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Congratulations 🎉

Congratulations! What an exciting opportunity for the district.

Congratulations!

Congrats to two beautiful ladies!

You will both be amazing!!! I’m so excited for you guys!!!

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We are committed to making education accessible and affordable for all our students and families. As part of this ongoing effort, we're reviewing our School Fee Schedule for the 2024-2025 academic year, and your voice matters to us.

🗓️ Join us at our Board Meeting tomorrow afternoon at 3 PM to share your thoughts, concerns, and suggestions regarding the proposed fee schedule. This is an opportunity for you to contribute to the decision-making process and help us ensure that our policies reflect the needs and realities of our community.

Location: Canyon Country Lodge in Escalante

Date & Time: February 15 at 3 PM

We look forward to hearing from you!
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The Garfield and Kane County School Districts are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jeff Brinkerhoff as the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Director. Mr. Brinkerhoff has served as the principal of Bryce Valley High School for 14 years and previously worked as a CTE teacher for nine years in various schools. We are confident that Mr. Brinkerhoff‘s skills and experience will significantly enhance the quality and range of our CTE programs, and we look forward to collaborating with him in his new role. ... See MoreSee Less

The Garfield and Kane County School Districts are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jeff Brinkerhoff as the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Director. Mr. Brinkerhoff has served as the principal of Bryce Valley High School for 14 years and previously worked as a CTE teacher for nine years in various schools. We are confident that Mr. Brinkerhoff‘s skills and experience will significantly enhance the quality and range of our CTE programs, and we look forward to collaborating with him in his new role.

Computer Science night has been a huge hit across the Garfield County School District! There's still one remaining night at Panguitch Elementary on Wednesday, April 5th starting at 5:30. If you haven't been yet, make sure you come see all the exciting activities.

Special thanks to Shawn Caine, the CS coordinator for the District.
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Computer Science night has been a huge hit across the Garfield County School District!  Theres still one remaining night at Panguitch Elementary on Wednesday, April 5th starting at 5:30.  If you havent been yet, make sure you come see all the exciting activities. 

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Our hearts go out to those affected by the incident in Piute County. We know that many of our students and community members have deep connections with our neighbors and invite anybody needing support to reach out to a faculty member or principal. ... See MoreSee Less

Our hearts go out to those affected by the incident in Piute County.  We know that many of our students and community members have deep connections with our neighbors and invite anybody needing support to reach out to a faculty member or principal.

Panguitch residents - we're aware of the power outage and school is still resuming as normal. Each school has backup generators and classes will still be held. ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations to all those who competed in Sterling Scholar yesterday and a special congratulations to runner-up from Bryce Valley High - Trinity Whitfield. ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations to all those who competed in Sterling Scholar yesterday and a special congratulations to runner-up from Bryce Valley High - Trinity Whitfield.Image attachment

Congratulations to all the Sterling Scholar nominees throughout the District and good luck to each in your programs next week!

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Congratulations to all the Sterling Scholar nominees throughout the District and good luck to each in your programs next week!

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Good luck Garfield County Students!

Need to learn the states? How about in alphabetical order? The kids in Antimony showed off their skills for the Board. ... See MoreSee Less

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Thanks for sharing your talents with your board members! 🤩

GCSD’s new Business Administrator was sworn in last Board Meeting by Board President April LeFevre. We want to send a huge thank you to our outgoing BA, Bruce Williams! He will remain on the team during the transition and retire at the end of October. ... See MoreSee Less

GCSD’s new Business Administrator was sworn in last Board Meeting by Board President April LeFevre. We want to send a huge thank you to our outgoing BA, Bruce Williams! He will remain on the team during the transition and retire at the end of October.

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Welcome Lane Mecham!!

The Panguitch kindergartners got full red carpet treatment today to welcome them back to school! Thanks PHS cheer team! ... See MoreSee Less

We hope everyone is having a great back to school experience this year! We’ve enjoyed seeing the photos of all the kids ready for a new year. Mr. Baksis had to turn away a visitor today, be safe out there! ... See MoreSee Less

We hope everyone is having a great back to school experience this year! We’ve enjoyed seeing the photos of all the kids ready for a new year. Mr. Baksis had to turn away a visitor today, be safe out there!

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Slader Mathews had the best assist on this pest removal!

The District is located within beautiful Garfield County. The County is located close to Bryce Canyon, Zion's National Park, Brian Head, and a lot more. If you enjoy the outdoors and want to make an impact as an educator or District employee then this is the place.

Garfield County School District is hiring a part-time Para Professional at Panguitch Middle/High School. This position will be up to 28 hours per week with no benefits. Duties are to assist the school in providing those services identified in the student’s individualized education program. Collaborate with special education and regular education teachers. Other duties as assigned.

Applicants must have at least a High School Diploma and two years of college education or may complete the Para Pro Test to become highly qualified. Applicants must be fingerprinted and satisfactorily pass an employment background check. Applicant must work well with children.
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Panguitch elementary is nearing completion! Teachers and staff are working hard to get everything ready for the upcoming school year. ... See MoreSee Less

Panguitch elementary is nearing completion! Teachers and staff are working hard to get everything ready for the upcoming school year.
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The best place to be!