Provo City School District

At Provost Elementary, Field Day begins long before students step onto the grass, line up for a relay, or race beneath a bright parachute tarp.

It begins and ends with sixth graders.

That longtime tradition is the focus of this month’s Magic Moment Award.

For more than 50 years, Provost sixth graders have led the entire school through Field Day stations. They plan the activities, prep the games, explain the rules, manage groups, and keep the day moving for every grade level.

This year’s stations included football, soccer, obstacle courses, ultimate frisbee, dance and comedy competitions, chair games, duck duck goose, and the always-popular colorful tarp game.

Across the field, sixth graders encouraged younger students, gave directions, solved problems, and helped everyone participate. Principal Tricia Biggs said Field Day helps students see themselves as leaders, including those who may not always see themselves that way.

Younger students see that leadership too. They watch the sixth graders lead and know that someday, they will get to do the same. At Provost, students like their motto: they are Cougar Strong, growing into the mentors they’ve looked up to each and every year.

Congratulations to Provost Elementary for this May Magic Moment.

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And with that, high school graduations come to a close. Independence, we are so proud of you. We thank our staff for a beautiful ceremony and for being the person our students need, and for our students for unwavering tenacity and perseverance in the face of every obstacle. Congratulations, graduates; it’s a milestone in your life, but it’s just the beginning. We can’t wait to see who you become.

Martin Yablonovsky, an administrator at Timpview High School, has been recognized with the Provo Way Award for his leadership, optimism, and steady support of students and staff.

His nominator, Laura Oldham, described Martin as “an incredible administrator” who takes time to answer questions, address concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. Whether someone needs help solving a problem or simply needs to be heard, Martin responds with care, patience, and professionalism.

Laura shared that when she is struggling with something, Martin listens and gives sound, thoughtful advice. His leadership helps others feel supported, and his calm approach builds confidence in the people around him.

Recently, Martin was in charge of a celebration for all Timpview students. Several activities had been planned for the football field, but rain forced the event to move inside. It was not an easy change to make quickly, but Martin handled the situation with optimism, flexibility, and confidence.

Instead of becoming overwhelmed by the unexpected shift, he helped guide the celebration forward with a positive attitude. His response reflected the kind of leadership that makes a difference in a school community.

Martin’s steady leadership will continue to shape Provo City School District in a new way next year, as he has been named the new principal of Independence High School.

Behind the scenes at Independence High as we celebrate graduates from all three high schools. 🎓

From caps and gowns to final hugs and big smiles, these moments capture what graduation is all about across Provo City School District.

We’re proud of our graduates from Provo High, Timpview High, and Independence High. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Yesterday high school grads stood again in the elementary halls where their stories began. Westridge Elementary held a hallway parade for graduates, proving what’s possible to our Westridge kids. We love this tradition, and we are so proud of our graduates!