The big top arrived at Bluffdale Elementary as the school hosted the “Make It Count” carnival for its faculty. Led by Principal Staci Moore, acting as ringmaster, and Assistant Principal Veronica Holyoke, the lion tamer, teachers participated in various games and activities, such as a blindfolded ring toss and having their fortunes read. Each activity correlated with one of the six pillars of Jordan School District’s Portrait of a Graduate. As they work to make every student a curious thinker, creative problem solver, engaged citizen, empathetic communicator, resilient lifelong learner, and responsible teammate, these educators truly strive to make every moment count.
Helping Children Build Healthy & Fun Friendships as the New School Year Begins
Supercast Episode 362
As we head into a new school year, a lot of students are probably thinking about more than just homework and new teachers. They wonder whether they’ll make new friends, fit in, and make memories to last a lifetime.
On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to a school psychologist about the importance of making friends and how parents can access the tools and information they need to help their kids in the process. Find out how friendships can help build self-confidence, improve your child’s communication skills, and reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety.
- Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 362: Helping Children Build Healthy & Fun Friendships as the New School Year Begins
- Previous episodes can be found at supercast.jordandistrict.org
Hard Summer Work Leads to Fall Precision for JSD Bands
Marching band camps across the Jordan School District are in full swing. From early-morning drills to evening sectionals under the lights to civic parades, our talented high school musicians and color guards are putting in hours of hard work during the summer months.
All this commitment and dedication from our bands leads to the first band showdown of the season on Saturday, September 19th, at the Nebo Tournament of Bands in Payson.
Monte Vista Students Wrap Up Summer With Read-A-Thon
The start of school is right around the corner, but some Monte Vista Elementary students have already visited the school to read a book. The school hosted a readathon party for everyone who completed their summer reading goals. Students grabbed a slice of pizza and a bowl of ice cream before settling down with a pillow and a blanket on the gym floor to read a book with their friends. Everyone who achieved their reading goals received a medal, and members of the 1,000-Minute Club took home a Mustang trophy for reaching an amazing milestone.
Great job with your summer reading, Monte Vista!
Principals and Popsicles Get Riverton Elementary Ready For School Year
Riverton Elementary started winding down summer in a cool way with Popsicles with the Principals. Students dropped by the playground to say hello to their new principal, Mrs. Smith, and returning assistant principal Ms. Thompson. They handed out the frozen treats to keep students cool in the final days of summer and chatted with students and parents about the upcoming school year.
