All morning long students and staff at the Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers, (JATC) North campus, proved why their programs are not only popular, but incredibly impressive. JATC North was selected as this week’s “Cool School of the Week” for Fox 13 News.

Reporter Darienne DeBrule was treated to a first-hand look at some JATC programs like Aviation, Cybersecurity, Robotics, and Certified Nursing Assistant. The students demonstrated their knowledge in the individual areas of study and showed everyone how they are getting a jump start on their careers by attending classes at JATC.

Congratulations, JATC North students and staff! You are one of the coolest schools around.

It is always fun to be in our school cafeterias, but this week there is even more fun to go along with the great food and friendly atmosphere. That’s because this is National School Lunch Week, a time to celebrate the delicious and nutritious meals served up every day by our amazing school lunch staff. The theme for this week is “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport” and our schools will be showcasing entrees on their menus that are inspired by different countries around the world.

Some schools are truly embracing this year’s theme, others are getting a head start on decorations for the Halloween holiday, all decked out with ghosts and goblins galore.

Jordan School District cafeterias serve more than 30,000 meals every single day thanks to the dedication and hard work of 500 cafeteria employees. Mouth-watering bread and desserts are made from scratch, as well as lasagna, chili, chicken enchiladas, even calzones. The most popular menu items are mandarin orange chicken, pizza, and corn dogs.

Thanks to our great cafeteria workers for making every day such a wonderful dining experience for students, teachers, staff, and parents!

This week, Jordan School District would like to #ThankACoach at each of our six UHSAA Member High Schools for the amazing work they do. A great coach is about more than just winning games. They teach skills, build character, and grow community in their schools. Today, we recognize Mountain Ridge High School volleyball coach Bryan Nicholson.

Here is what Mountain Ridge High had to say about Coach Nicholson

“Bryan Nicholson is the kind of coach that would make you rich if you could bottle and sell the ‘it factor’ he has. His teams have traveled deep into the state playoffs each year, placing second one year and third another.

He is the epitome of what you look for in a coach: confident, knowledgeable, calm, creates a safe environment, loves his players as much as they love him, extremely organized, and a great communicator. He works well with other coaches in the building and helps to create an infectious culture.”

Thank you, Coach Nicholson, for all you do for the students at Mountain Ridge High!

This week, Jordan School District would like to #ThankACoach at each of our six UHSAA Member High Schools for the amazing work they do. A great coach is about more than just winning games. They teach skills, build character, and grow community in their schools. Today, we recognize West Jordan High School drill coach Shayla Winder.

Here is what West Jordan High had to say about Coach Winder.

“Shayla exemplifies what a coach should be. As a transformational coach, the girls in her program graduate as better individuals, thanks to her love, dedication, and mentorship. Fierce and embodying all our values at West Jordan High School, she is tough yet loving and stern yet understanding. She sets high expectations and guides each dancer to achieve them through her own example. She has transformed many lives both on and off the dance floor. I aspire to be like Shayla someday!”

Thank you, Coach Winder for all you do for the students at West Jordan High!

They work tirelessly to make sure all students succeed and now Herriman High School, Mountain Ridge High School, an ML task force, and Language and Culture Services are being recognized for their hard work.

The State Board of Education honored both Mountain Ridge and Herriman High with a 2025 USBE Graduation Rate for Students Learning English Certificate. The two JSD high schools had graduation rates higher than the state average of 88% with more than 40 students learning English in their individual 2025 graduating classes. Mountain Ridge had a graduation rate of 89.09% for students learning English and Herriman High had a graduation rate of 89.87% for English language learners.

Congratulations to everyone for their hard work on school consultations, family engagement, celebrations of WIDA, and having such a significant impact on the families and students.