The Sept. 8 Board study session agenda is now available on our Board meetings page. Administrative policies that will be discussed include DP344 Vacation Schedule for Twelve-Month Personnel. Board policies that will be discussed include a review of GP116 through GP119. You can also use the following links to the printed and detailed agendas. Patrons may view the general session online at boardmeeting.jordandistrict.org.
Bluffdale DLI Students Celebrate Brazilian Independence Day
Portuguese Dual Language Immersion (DLI) students at Bluffdale Elementary celebrated Brazilian Independence Day with song and dance. The students learned and performed traditional songs in Portuguese to honor Dia da Independência, or Sete de Setembro, the Brazilian national holiday commemorating September 7, 1822, when Brazil declared its independence from the United Kingdom of Portugal. Dressed in Brazilian soccer jerseys and specially decorated hats, the students enjoyed a festive day learning about Brazil’s history, culture, and language.
Students enrolled in one of Jordan School District’s DLI programs spend half of their day in elementary school learning in a second language. The program starts in first grade and continues up to twelfth grade, with university classes available in high school. More information about the program is available at immersion.jordandistrict.org.
From World-Class Cellist to Classroom Champion: One Middle School Math Teacher’s Remarkable Journey
Supercast Episode 365
Before she was inspiring middle schoolers to love math, South Hills Middle School teacher Karen Smith was performing on stages alongside iconic artists like Stevie Wonder, Yo-Yo Ma, and John Williams.
On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with Ms. Smith to explore her incredible transition from freelance cellist to dedicated educator. Hear how she traded life onstage for a second career in Jordan School District and learn how her unique journey helped her find a passion for teaching math that runs as deep as her love for music.
You can catch Karen Smith play with the Sinfonia of Salt Lake on Sept. 14. Find more information on the Sinfonia Salt Lake website.
- Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 365: From World-Class Cellist to Classroom Champion: One Middle School Math Teacher’s Remarkable Journey
- Previous episodes can be found at supercast.jordandistrict.org
Majestic Elementary Arts Academy Students Begin Music Instruction
It was an exciting day for students at Majestic Elementary Arts Academy as they began their first day of music instruction. After trying different instruments during the first week of school, students got their first official crack at the instruments they’ll be learning for band this year. Students became familiar with the basics of how to hold and play their instrument on the first day and will quickly become accomplished musicians as the school year progresses.
Majestic Elementary Arts Academy is a free public school open to any K–6 students in the Salt Lake Valley. Teachers at Majestic creatively apply art and interactive elements into instruction, including music lessons taught by accomplished teachers Lisa Blodgett and Olivia Murphy.
Community Connections, Food, Fun, and More at the 2026 Fall Family Fair
It was an evening filled with connections, resources, music, student performances, and fun at the 2026 Fall Family Fair. This annual event provides students and their families the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of resources available within Jordan School District and through local community partners. Attendees also enjoyed food trucks, snacks, games, prizes, and entertainment, making it a wonderful night out for the entire family.
Thank you to the JSD Language and Culture Services team for hosting the event and everyone who made this year’s fair the biggest and best yet.
