SESC IS HIRING!
We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and contribute to the high-quality educational environment we provide for our students, who will work primarily in the San Juan School District and with Moab Charter. This is a one-year contract, with the possibility of an extension.
To ensure we find the right candidate, the position will remain open until filled. However, we will begin the first round of application reviews on May 29th.
The job description and application can be found on our website:
https://www.mysescutah.gov/page/join-the-sesc-team
Reach out with any questions!
Don't miss our latest edition of SESC Media Morsels! Learn about all things Media with Sara and enjoy a fun reading puzzle as well!
You can see our past editions at www.mySESCutah.gov -> click on Menu -> Newsletters in the bottom right corner!
Happy Reading!
HEY MAKERS!
Our May workshop schedule is officially live—head over to the Workshops tab to see what’s growing.
Join us at the Southeast Makerstudio to cultivate your talents and build projects that truly stand out!
Learn More Here: https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops
Our May workshop schedule is officially live—head over to the Workshops tab to see what’s growing.
Join us at the Southeast Makerstudio to cultivate your talents and build projects that truly stand out!
Learn More Here: https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops
Big things are budding at the Southeast Makerstudio!
Our new April workshop schedule is officially live under the Workshops tab. Come sprout some serious skills and build something amazing at the Southeast Makerstudio!
Learn more: www.SESCMAKER.ORG
Our new April workshop schedule is officially live under the Workshops tab. Come sprout some serious skills and build something amazing at the Southeast Makerstudio!
Learn more: www.SESCMAKER.ORG
Hello Makers,
Are you feeling lucky? 🍀
March is here, and we're bringing you a golden opportunity to get creative at the Southeast Makerstudio! You don't need a four-leaf clover to make something amazing—just join one of our exciting new workshops.
Check out our March Workshop Schedule below and find the perfect project to spark your creativity!
Don't leave your creativity to chance! Spots fill up fast, so head over to our website to secure your place.
And as a reminder, please share this with your students who would like to join the Southeast Makerstudio.
👉 Visit https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops to register!
We can't wait to see you there!
Are you feeling lucky? 🍀
March is here, and we're bringing you a golden opportunity to get creative at the Southeast Makerstudio! You don't need a four-leaf clover to make something amazing—just join one of our exciting new workshops.
Check out our March Workshop Schedule below and find the perfect project to spark your creativity!
Don't leave your creativity to chance! Spots fill up fast, so head over to our website to secure your place.
And as a reminder, please share this with your students who would like to join the Southeast Makerstudio.
👉 Visit https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops to register!
We can't wait to see you there!
Don't miss our weekly Tech Tips by one of our amazing technology integration specialists, JoLynn! You'll be surprised by the things you didn't know you didn't know! It only takes a minute or two to learn something new that you can use RIGHT NOW!
Check it out here: https://www.mysescutah.gov/o/sesc/page/technology-integration (Click on 'Weekly Tech Tips' at the top of the screen).
Happy Learning!
Check it out here: https://www.mysescutah.gov/o/sesc/page/technology-integration (Click on 'Weekly Tech Tips' at the top of the screen).
Happy Learning!
Dina has put together a fabulous January edition of the SESC Early Learning Coach newsletter for your reading enjoyment! Don't miss the Bite-Size PD- perfect for faculty meetings or PLC discussions.
You can see all of our newsletters by visiting the site menu (mySESCutah.gov) and selecting the "+" sign next to "SESC Newsletters".
Happy Reading!
You can see all of our newsletters by visiting the site menu (mySESCutah.gov) and selecting the "+" sign next to "SESC Newsletters".
Happy Reading!
New Year, New Skills! Kick off 2026 with creativity! 🚀
Ready to make 2026 your most creative year yet? We’re thrilled to release our full schedule of beginner-friendly workshops for January 2026 at the Southeast Makerstudio (https://www.sescmaker.org -> Click on Workshops at the top of the page!).
There is no better way to start the new year than by learning something new. Whether you're looking to upgrade your personal skills, learn design concepts, or master our powerful creative tools, we have a class designed to help you stick to your resolutions.
We are excited to announce the winners in each of the participating LEAs for the 2025 SESC/PBS Book Blast Reading Contest! Our region read a total of 173,569 minutes, with 23 schools participating! Thank you for your help and support!
Also, any student who read 600+ minutes can claim the PBS Adventure Pass. The student and parent need to visit PBSutah.org for details.
Way to go, SESC Region!
-Director Hughes
Also, any student who read 600+ minutes can claim the PBS Adventure Pass. The student and parent need to visit PBSutah.org for details.
Way to go, SESC Region!
-Director Hughes
SESC|UVU On-Site Civics Training Registration Now Open!
Hello Secondary Educators,
The Utah Valley Center for Constitutional Studies Civic Thought & Leadership Initiative, in partnership with the Southeast Education Service Center (SESC), is proud to announce our next On-site Civics at the USU Moab campus in Moab, Utah, on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
This is an all-day (8:30-3:30) civic training for secondary civics teachers only. We will be discussing primary sources and civic content as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary! If you missed our Civic Educators Conference at UVU in October, this is an on-site version of that conference.
UVU will provide:
*Substitute reimbursement (paid directly to your district upon completion of training)
*.5 MIDAS credits
*$100 Amazon gift card
*Snacks and lunch
To register for our On-site Civics training in Moab, please use this link: https://uvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_39RW3UfWP8cx3FA
Registration closes February 27th or when space is full. To ensure timely processing of reimbursement requests and the advance purchase of gift cards, we must close registration by the stated deadline and cannot accept late registrants.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Michelle at SmithMi@uvu.edu.
Hello Secondary Educators,
The Utah Valley Center for Constitutional Studies Civic Thought & Leadership Initiative, in partnership with the Southeast Education Service Center (SESC), is proud to announce our next On-site Civics at the USU Moab campus in Moab, Utah, on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
This is an all-day (8:30-3:30) civic training for secondary civics teachers only. We will be discussing primary sources and civic content as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary! If you missed our Civic Educators Conference at UVU in October, this is an on-site version of that conference.
UVU will provide:
*Substitute reimbursement (paid directly to your district upon completion of training)
*.5 MIDAS credits
*$100 Amazon gift card
*Snacks and lunch
To register for our On-site Civics training in Moab, please use this link: https://uvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_39RW3UfWP8cx3FA
Registration closes February 27th or when space is full. To ensure timely processing of reimbursement requests and the advance purchase of gift cards, we must close registration by the stated deadline and cannot accept late registrants.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Michelle at SmithMi@uvu.edu.
SESC MakerStudio December Workshop Schedule
The weather outside is frightful, but learning a new skill is delightful!
We’re thrilled to announce our full lineup of beginner-friendly workshops for December at the Southeast Makerstudio!
Whether you are looking to craft unique holiday gifts or simply pick up a new hobby before the year ends, we have a class designed for you.
This month's highlights include:
Creating Custom Textiles: Design your own mug for a warm drink on a cold day.
3D Printing: Bring your digital models to life.
Laser Cutting: Master our powerful cutter with ease, a great way to make a quick gift!
Vinyl Cutting: Create custom stickers to personalize your presents.
Learn more and sign up here: https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops
The weather outside is frightful, but learning a new skill is delightful!
We’re thrilled to announce our full lineup of beginner-friendly workshops for December at the Southeast Makerstudio!
Whether you are looking to craft unique holiday gifts or simply pick up a new hobby before the year ends, we have a class designed for you.
This month's highlights include:
Creating Custom Textiles: Design your own mug for a warm drink on a cold day.
3D Printing: Bring your digital models to life.
Laser Cutting: Master our powerful cutter with ease, a great way to make a quick gift!
Vinyl Cutting: Create custom stickers to personalize your presents.
Learn more and sign up here: https://www.sescmaker.org/o/sescmaker/page/workshops
SESC Winter Learning Series: The Connected Teacher
Hello!
We are excited to bring back the Connected Teacher training we offered last summer! Our new Winter Learning Series begins on January 22nd! Teaching has never required more heart, resilience, or emotional energy. This 8-week series is designed to support you as a person first and a teacher second, so you can show up grounded, compassionate, and strong in 2026. You’ll gain practical tools to use in real time, even in tough classrooms, long days, or difficult seasons.
This professional development will only be available online. That means you can learn comfortably from home! Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 4 pm to 5 pm starting January 22, 2026.
Please use this link to register: https://forms.gle/qSsAKn5Y3PyFbqn29
Registered participants will receive a digital workbook they can print or use digitally (with Adobe or another PDF editing program) to take notes and access key information from each session.
We're excited to announce a fun and rewarding reading challenge for your K-6 students! SESC has partnered with PBS Kids/PBS Utah to provide our second annual reading challenge for our districts and charters during November! WAHOO!
How it works:
Read: Encourage your students to read 20 minutes a day for 30 days, totaling 600 minutes. Students can read physical or digital books, and reading more than 600 minutes is allowed! Students can read extra the next day to make up the minutes if a day is missed. The goal is 600 or more for the month.
Track: Use the provided reading trackers to monitor progress (or make one of your own). Trackers can be found on our website at www.mySESCutah.gov. Look for the SES Book Blast Tab on the right side of the page!
Celebrate: The top-reading classroom in each district/charter will win a pizza party courtesy of PBS Utah and SESC!
Reach out if you have questions! We can't wait to see which school in each LEA/Charter has the most students who read 600+ minutes in November!
How it works:
Read: Encourage your students to read 20 minutes a day for 30 days, totaling 600 minutes. Students can read physical or digital books, and reading more than 600 minutes is allowed! Students can read extra the next day to make up the minutes if a day is missed. The goal is 600 or more for the month.
Track: Use the provided reading trackers to monitor progress (or make one of your own). Trackers can be found on our website at www.mySESCutah.gov. Look for the SES Book Blast Tab on the right side of the page!
Celebrate: The top-reading classroom in each district/charter will win a pizza party courtesy of PBS Utah and SESC!
Reach out if you have questions! We can't wait to see which school in each LEA/Charter has the most students who read 600+ minutes in November!
Don't Miss The Latest Media Morsels Edition!
Sara has put together a fabulous September edition of the SESC Media Morsels newsletter for your reading enjoyment! Try your hand at the crossword, and be sure to use your SESC SORA Digital Library access to help you solve the puzzle! We'll post the answer key later this month so you can see how you did!
You can see all of our newsletters by visiting the site menu and selecting the "+" sign next to "SESC Newsletters".
Happy Reading!
Sara has put together a fabulous September edition of the SESC Media Morsels newsletter for your reading enjoyment! Try your hand at the crossword, and be sure to use your SESC SORA Digital Library access to help you solve the puzzle! We'll post the answer key later this month so you can see how you did!
You can see all of our newsletters by visiting the site menu and selecting the "+" sign next to "SESC Newsletters".
Happy Reading!
K-6 Teachers in the SESC Region! Mark Your Calendar!
We are excited to partner with Red Butte Garden and Arboretum to bring Grow Lab Workshops to our region!
We will be in the Grand/San Juan area on November 4th and in the Carbon/Emery area on November 6th.
Each session in two hours and will be for grade bands K-3 and 4-6. Be on the lookout for more details coming soon!
Oh, we forgot to mention that you will receive a grow kit worth $200 for your classroom, along with the rapid grow seed that completes its life cycle from seed to seed in 40 days!
There will be limited seating, so please register as soon as possible when registration opens.
We are excited to partner with Red Butte Garden and Arboretum to bring Grow Lab Workshops to our region!
We will be in the Grand/San Juan area on November 4th and in the Carbon/Emery area on November 6th.
Each session in two hours and will be for grade bands K-3 and 4-6. Be on the lookout for more details coming soon!
Oh, we forgot to mention that you will receive a grow kit worth $200 for your classroom, along with the rapid grow seed that completes its life cycle from seed to seed in 40 days!
There will be limited seating, so please register as soon as possible when registration opens.
2025 SESC Region Quiz Bowl Winners: A Two-Day Celebration of Knowledge and Skill
Some of the brightest young minds from three school districts and one charter school showcased their knowledge, teamwork, and strategy during the 2025 SESC Region Quiz Bowl held on March 25 - 26 at USU Eastern’s Jennifer Leavitt Student Center.
The high school division winners were: 1st Place - Carbon High School, 2nd Place - Emery High School, and 3rd Place - Grand County High School.
In the middle school division, Margaret L. Hopkin Middle School captured 1st place, followed by 2nd Place - San Rafael Middle School, and 3rd place - Mont Harmon Middle School.
The competitions were staged from 10:00 am to 2 pm beginning with a ten round Red Robin, where teams were tested across a range of subjects, demonstrating their depth of knowledge and quick-thinking abilities. After a break for lunch, the teams began a single-elimination tournament, where the intensity ratcheted up significantly. The knockout rounds kept everyone on the edge of their seats as each team fought for their chance at the ultimate victory.
By Sara Bryant, SESC Media Specialist
Read the full article on our Quiz Bowl page: https://www.mysescutah.gov/o/sesc/page/quizbowl
After twenty-one rounds of intense spelling challenges, 7th grader Ashley Bryner, Mont Harmon Middle School, emerged as the first-place winner in this year’s SESC Regional Spelling Bee.
Second place went to 7th grader Amelia Gardner, from Helper Middle School, who battled Miss Heaton for ten rounds until misspelling the word isms. Ashley Bryner’s winning word was extinguished. Third place was captured by 6th grader Oliver Jeppesen from Albert R. Lyman Middle School. The spelling bee was held at Moab’s Grand County High School on March 6, 2025.
As the champion, Bryner received a trophy, an all-expense paid trip for two to the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee Week, along with The Samuel Louis Sugarman Award, 1 year of Britannica Online Premium, and one year of Merriam-Webster unabridged online subscriptions.
Second and third-place spellers received a trophy, and all other participants received a recognition plaque for making it to the regional bee. The national spelling bee will be held in
Read the full article here: https://www.mysescutah.gov/o/sesc/page/spelling-bee
SESC Educators!
Registration for the 2025 Rural School Summer Conference is OPEN!
From March 3rd-April 1st, rural educators have priority registration, so don't delay! We expect the conference to sell out!
Utah Rural Schools Association (URSA) is excited to announce that registration is open for the Annual URSA Conference, which will be held in Park City, Utah, from July 9 to 11.
IF YOUR DISTRICT IS PAYING FOR YOUR REGISTRATION:
Go to General Registration
Select 'Reserve Ticket'
At the bottom of the page, Create or Log in to your SCHED account
Type in the Promo code URSA2025
Click 'Apply'
Click the + button to add one ticket
The total should show FREE
Click 'Next'
Enter Registration Information
Click 'Register'
IF YOU ARE PAYING USING A PERSONAL CREDIT CARD:
Go to General Registration
Select 'Reserve Ticket'
At the bottom of the page Create or Log in to your SCHED account
Click the + button to add one ticket
The total should show $50.00
Click 'Place Order'
Enter Payment Information
Enter Registration Information
Click 'Register'
To reserve hotel accommodations, visit the URSA website at https://utahruralschools.org/conference
Please register before April 1st, as the registration site will open statewide for any non-rural Utah educator to register. We expect to max out the conference capacity this year, and we don't want any educator from our region planning to attend to miss out on getting a ticket!
As we head into our region's holiday vacation, we invite you to consider signing up for our Healthy Cook Class for Educators AND/OR our ESL Endorsement Course!
You can learn more on our BRAND NEW website: mySESCutah.gov (scroll down to the news section). Both opportunities have a limited number of participants.
Grab a friend or two, and sign up now!
It's time to announce the winning classrooms of the 1st Annual SESC Book Blast November Reading Challenge!
DRUM ROLL PLEASE.........
Congratulations to the following classrooms and teachers:
CARBON DISTRICT
Caroline Barrington’s Classroom - Sally Mauro Elementary
EMERY DISTRICT
Shellet Rowley’s Classroom - Huntington Elementary
GRAND DISTRICT
David Lewis’ Classrooms -Helen M. Knight Elementary
SAN JUAN DISTRICT
Emma Walker’s Classrooms - Blanding Elementary
REGION CHARTER SCHOOLS
Ina Marie Balajadia’s Classroom -Moab Charter School
We are SO excited for you!
Thank you to the many other classrooms and students who participated. We had over 420 students participate region-wide, and 40% read 600+ minutes!
When we added up the minutes, our students read the equivalent of 115 days in November! HOLY MOLEY! Even more impressive is that each student read an average of 392 minutes! Way to go, SESC Region! You totally rocked it!
We will contact our winning classrooms in early January to arrange a pizza party. We can't wait to celebrate with you all!
