It was a labor of love for some Copper Hills High students as they used their sewing skills to make ponchos for students at the Kauri Sue Hamilton School.

Julie Gambles’ Apparel Design and Production II class used their talents to create the functional, much-needed ponchos to help protect Kauri Sue Hamilton students from rain, sleet and snow when they are outside, traveling from home to school and back home again.

Sometimes the Kauri Sue students can’t wear coats when they are outside, so the ponchos are easy to slip on and then off when they get to school

Some of the Copper Hills High students sewed personal messages into the ponchos like ‘Made With Love,’ and ‘Always Be Happy.’

Thanks to everyone involved in this wonderful poncho project including Hilda Lloyd with Jordan School District’s Educational Support Services.

South Jordan City leaders gave students from across Jordan School District a lesson in civics during a day-long bus tour of the city. On the bus, students heard about a range of topics concerning local government from fire officials, civil engineers and law enforcement. South Jordan City Mayor Dawn Ramsey also rode along with the students and explained how each department plays a role in everyday life for the residents of the city. She’s hoping the experience will get students interested in city government and volunteering.

Thank you, South Jordan City, for hosting such informative bus tour for the students of Jordan District.

Bluffdale City Hall played host to a constitutional debate as a part of Bluffdale Elementary’s “We the People” program. Students from Ms. Fisher’s 5th-grade class broke into three teams to debate the meaning and intention of the founding fathers when they were writing the U.S. Consitution. Community leaders including Unified Police Department Chief of Police, Jason Mazuran, and Bluffdale Mayor Derk Timothy along with others helped judge the student’s arguments.

Great job Ms. Fisher’s 5th-grade class on an informative and well thought out program.