Southwest Educational Development Center, or SEDC, provides services requested by our member schools in order to better serve the students in southwest Utah. Our specific services are described throughout this Web site.
Our Mission
The Mission of the Southwest Educational Development Center is to meet the needs of students and teachers, promote achievement, and provide for economy and efficiency in the cooperative delivery of educational services that are identified and requested by member schools.
The SEDC region is larger in area than West Virginia. With over 100 schools, nearly 3,000 educators and 50,000 students in the region, we work to provide economies of scale to benefit all of our rural partners. We have strong partnerships statewide as well.
Explore the areas on the right to learn more about what SEDC is and what we provide for our members.
Southwest Educational Center Partnerships Since its inception in 1969 the Southwest Educational Development Center's primary goal has been to establish,...
Our goal at SEDC is to help educators identify their needs and to assist in providing the avenues to meet those needs. Our team continually seeks out new knowledge, implementing best practices to deliver exceptional services and learning opportunities. The...
EDUC 5530 Mathematics for Teaching K-6 Geometry and Measurement – Spring ’26 Elementary Math Endorsement
What: Spring 2026 Elementary Math Endorsement Class: EDUC 5530 Mathematics for Teaching K-6 Geometry and Measurement
When: Course meets via Zoom, 1st Monday of each month – January 5 through May 4, 2026
Who: Open to all teachers interested in earning the Elementary Math Endorsement (courses can be taken in any order). Course will be lead by Jeff Harrah.
How: Online via Canvas & Zoom (Note: Course will be completed with SEDC’s Canvas instance. If this is your first endorsement course through SEDC, you will need a new Canvas account)
EDUC 5412: Adult Learning Theory • SEDC Instructional Coaching Endorsement Course for Spring 2026
What: Adult Learning Theory: EDUC 5412, Section 416 (CRN: 41099). This course is offered by SEDC in partnership with Utah Valley University (UVU) for credit processing and transcription.
When: Course will be held on the second Tuesday of each month, starting on January 13. The course meetings will be held virtually via Zoom from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. The registration is for the 2026 Spring term.
Who: Open to all teachers interested in Instructional Coaching Endorsement (courses can be taken in any order). Course will be facilitated by Katie Jones from USBE. This course is part of the SEDC Instructional Coaching Endorsement Program.
How: Virtual class offered via Zoom and Canvas. The course will be housed in the SEDC Canvas instance, so if this is your first course from SEDC, you will need a new Canvas account/login. Synchronous attendance and participation required. Register online by going to my.uvu.edu and following the “Registration Instructions document” (page 2). First-time participants must complete the online application process at https://uvu-15675.app451.sites.451.io/.
Fees:
SEDC FEE: $210
The UVU course registration fee is $45 (one-time $35 admission fee for first-time UVU students)
Questions:
For questions about the class schedule/location, contact the Katie Jones (katie.jones@schools.utah.gov).
For UVU registration issues, please contact the Endorsement Program Coordinator, Abigail Munoz, at (801) 863-7614 or Endorsements@uvu.edu.
For login/password troubles, contact UVU Tech Support at (801) 863-8888
B.E.A.C.O.N (Building Educator AI Collaboration and Ongoing Networking) is a group of educators who want to gather and discuss AI in education.
Participants will help determine what we discuss during B.E.A.C.O.N. We meet once a month via Zoom.
If you are interested in participating in this monthly discussion please see the flyer below, and join our Google Classroom with this link to find the link to our first Zoom meeting (November 6th, at 4:30 PM) as well as other resources that our team has gathered over the past year.
SEDC has joined the News Literacy Project’s prestigious District Fellowship Program. This is a fantastic step forward for education in southwest Utah. The goal is clear: ensure all students learn to think critically and engage responsibly with news and information.
This three-year fellowship supports the implementation of news literacy education districtwide, providing SEDC with a significant $60,000 grant and customized support. As a participant, SEDC will also become part of a new Utah network fellowship alumnus Canyons School District. This network will serve as a powerful regional hub, allowing multiple Utah districts to collaborate, share best practices, and create resources that support sustained news literacy instruction across the entire state. With this fellowship, SEDC is directly addressing the urgent need to equip students with the necessary skills to navigate an increasingly complicated information landscape.
Give Your Child a Strong Start in School with Waterford Upstart
Southwest Educational Development Center has partnered with Waterford Upstart to provide our PreK children with an on-demand early learning program that gives you tools, coaching, and resources so you can prepare your child for a bright future.
Program Benefits:
Tailored software with fun and engaging lessons in reading, math, and science that are done in just fifteen minutes a day
Personalized family coaching and easy-to-use resources that support the work you’re already doing with your child
A computer and internet access for those who qualify
Who Can Participate: Children entering kindergarten in Fall 2026 How to Apply: Visit www.waterford.org/upstart or call 1-888-982-9898
What a truly magical event! The Southern Utah Media Specialist (SUMS) Conference, hosted by SEDC, recently brought together dedicated educators from across our six southwest Utah school districts and charter schools.
We send a huge thank you to Wade Jensen, Executive Director of Middle Schools for Washington County, for welcoming all our fantastic Media Specialists! His presence and support underscore the importance of literacy and the power of collaboration across our region. The theme, “Reading is Magical,” perfectly captured the inspiring sessions
Discover how Scrible empowers students to conduct effective online research and streamline the writing process. Learn how to leverage Scrible’s annotation, citation, and organization tools to foster critical thinking and academic integrity. Learn practical strategies for integrating Scrible into various subject areas and grade levels, helping students develop essential research and writing skills for success. Scrible is provided at no charge as part of Utah’s Online School Library.
SEDC is hosting two trainings with Scrible on August 26th, 2025 over Zoom. Please register below, both trainings will be an introduction to Scrible, new features, and a Q and A.
So, you’re a teacher and you’re wondering about showing movies in class? It’s a great way to spark interest and bring lessons to life, but it’s important to do it the right way. Or maybe you just want something for indoor recess or as a class reward?
Here’s the scoop on copyright and streaming movies:
Copyright protects creative works. That means movies, TV shows, music, and more are owned by someone.
Most streaming services don’t allow public showings. This includes classrooms, even if it’s just for a short clip.
But don’t worry! There are several ways to access movies legally:
Fair Use: This is a tricky one, but it basically means you can use small portions of a copyrighted work for educational purposes. Click here for details on Fair Use.
Keep it short and sweet. Show only the parts that are directly related to your lesson.
Focus on learning. Make sure the movie clip is a tool to help students understand, not just entertainment.
Ask your school’s media specialist. They can give you specific advice on what’s allowed.
Where can I find materials to use with movies to increase engagement?
