THE PATRIOT POST
Newsletter for PHES Students and Families
January 24, 2026
The Benefits of Inquiry Based Learning in the PYP
As an PYP (Primary Years Program) IB School, Providence Hall believes that approaching learning through inquiry is highly beneficial for helping students obtain, retain, and apply knowledge.
What is the science behind the benefits of inquiry-based learning? Psychologists have long known that asking the right questions can spark curiosity, make learning fun, and help students retain information.
Check out this article for more on the science of inquiry based learning.
Como colegio del Programa de la Escuela Primaria (PEP) del Bachillerato Internacional (IB), Providence Hall cree que abordar el aprendizaje a través de la indagación es sumamente beneficioso para que los estudiantes adquieran, retengan y apliquen conocimientos.
¿Cuál es la base científica de los beneficios del aprendizaje basado en la indagación? Los psicólogos saben desde hace tiempo que hacer las preguntas adecuadas puede despertar la curiosidad, hacer que el aprendizaje sea divertido y ayudar a los estudiantes a retener información.
Consulte este artículo para obtener más información sobre la ciencia del aprendizaje basado en la indagación.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED
Are you an approved volunteer who is able to spare 30 minutes one morning a week? PHES is looking for someone to help supervise in the cafeteria between 8 and 8:30 on Wednesdays. Please contact Principal Michael Fry at mfry@providencehall.com if you can help. Thanks!
THE TALENT SHOW IS BACK!
Parents, this year instead of having two simultaneous talent shows (one hosted by PHES and one hosted by the PHHS Dance Team), Mr. Fry and Mrs. Olsen-Baker have JOINED FORCES for one, united program. All ticket sales will benefit the PHHS Dance Team.
If you have a kiddo who wants to perform, be at the High School cafeteria on February 17th at 3:30pm.
Padres, este año, en lugar de dos concursos de talentos simultáneos (uno organizado por PHES y otro por el equipo de baile de PHHS), el Sr. Fry y la Sra. Olsen-Baker han unido fuerzas para crear un único programa conjunto. La recaudación de la venta de entradas se destinará al equipo de baile de PHHS.
Si su hijo/a desea participar, acérquese a la cafetería de la escuela secundaria el 17 de febrero a las 15:30.
Calendar
Jan 20 -30: Acadience Math and Reading Middle of Year Testing
Feb 3-7: Staff Appreciation Week
Feb 6- Global Day of Play
Feb 9-12: Parent Teacher Conferences/Book Fair
Feb 12 - Non-Friday Early Out Day
Feb 13 - No School- Comp Day
Feb 16- Presidents Day- NO SCHOOL
March 26- Last Day of 3rd Quarter
March 27- Professional Development Day- No School
March 30-April 3rd- Spring Break
Be sure to stay current on all PHES events by using our / Asegúrese de mantenerse actualizado sobre todos los eventos de PHES utilizando nuestro Google Calendar.
Click HERE for the Official School Calendars for Providence Hall Schools
Skate Night @ Classic Fun Ctr
Did you see Percy at the Providence Hall Skate Night on Friday?
Thank you Mrs. Wainscott and Mrs. Jelito for the sweet treats!
Shout out to Mrs. Fotheringham for helping too!
Parents: Do You Want To Increase Your Capacity To Help Your Kids Improve Their Reading?
Parents, are you interested in improving your literacy teaching skills? Do you wish it was easier to help your children with grade-level texts? The "Kids Read Now" organization is offering free webinars to teach you elements of the the science of reading so that you can be empowered to help your kids be superstar readers. Register using the QR code on the flyer below:
Padres, ¿les interesa mejorar sus habilidades para enseñar a leer? ¿Les gustaría que fuera más fácil ayudar a sus hijos con la lectura? La organización "Kids Read Now" ofrece seminarios web gratuitos para enseñarles los fundamentos de la ciencia de la lectura, para que puedan ayudar a sus hijos a convertirse en lectores excepcionales. Regístrense usando el código QR que aparece en el folleto arriba.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Thank you Vincent Family!
Students have been asking the question can I bring my own recess equipment from home? The answer is no. We ask that students leave all their footballs, soccer balls, wall balls, jump ropes, etc at home. But great news we have recess equipment for each grade level. Each grade level has their own recess cart that goes out at their recess time. However as you can imagine some items get lost over time. If you would like to purchase items to help refill our recess carts we would appreciate it. Thanks
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Last year, Providence Hall students had over $6,000 in unpaid lunch balances. Every family’s journey is unique, but together we can make a big difference! Your donation—no matter the size—will go directly toward reducing student lunch debt across all three schools. Help us make sure every Patriot has a healthy meal and the energy to learn and succeed. Join our No-Fuss Fundraiser and help support our students. Every dollar fills a tray and fuels a mind! Click on the photo above or on this link https://sfnd.io/qnjw5 to make a donation. Thank you.
Extra Curricular Offerings at PHES
Choir is starting up again and Mrs. Wilson is accepting new members! Practices are T/Th 7:45am. Use the following form to register.
¡El coro vuelve a la actividad y la Sra. Wilson está aceptando nuevos miembros! Los ensayos son los martes y jueves a las 7:45 a. m. Utilice el siguiente formulario para inscribirse.
About Us
Email: mfry@providencehall.com
Website: providencehall.com
Location: 4795 Patriot Ridge Drive, Herriman, UT, USA
Phone: 801-727-8260
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProvidenceHallElem
If you need anything added to our newsletter please email Whitney Baker at
Si necesita agregar algo a nuestro boletín, envíe un correo electrónico a Whitney Baker a
If you haven't been reading the PTO newsletter, what have you been waiting for?
Si no ha estado leyendo el boletín del PTO, ¿qué estaba esperando?
Padres, creemos que evaluar a su hijo es un componente fundamental para medir su crecimiento. Sin embargo, según la ley estatal, si desea que su hijo no participe en la prueba, haga clic aquí
