New Educators Welcomed to Jordan School District at Energy-Filled Event

Posted on August 7, 2026

Nearly 200 new educators were welcomed to their first day at Jordan School District in a big way. Educators were cheered on by mascots, cheerleaders, students, and principals as they headed to new teacher induction training. During lunch, the Superintendents of Rock+ entertained the crowd, and they were met by even more cheers and applause on their way out of the building.

This year, Jordan School District received approximately 120 applicants for every open elementary teaching position and at least 25 for positions at middle and high school levels.

Welcome new teachers. Thank you for choosing to work in Jordan School District!

Amazing Things Happening at the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind

Posted on August 6, 2026

Supercast Episode 361
It serves as a leader across the country and around the world for the education of students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, blind, or low vision and offers support to students in Jordan School District as well.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with the new Superintendent of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind. Find out about the incredible things happening every day at the school, how their services benefit students throughout the state, and follow along as we get a personal tour of the school’s Millcreek campus.

Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 361: Amazing Things Happening at the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind
Previous episodes can be found at supercast.jordandistrict.org

South Jordan Middle School’s Megan Morrison Named 2027 Utah Teacher of the Year Finalist

Posted on August 3, 2026

Megan Morrison, a special education teacher at South Jordan Middle School, has been named a finalist for the 2027 Utah Teacher of the Year award by the Utah State Board of Education. Morrison is one of the ‘Fab Five’ finalists, representing the pinnacle of teaching excellence in Utah. The five finalists will participate in an in-person interview with the 13-person Utah Teacher of the Year Selection Committee. The winner will be announced at an awards banquet on Thursday, Sept. 3, and will go on to represent Utah in the National Teacher of the Year Program.

Congratulations Megan! Join us in wishing her good luck as she continues to make all of us in Jordan School District proud.

Extreme Makeover Transforming West Jordan High School

Posted on July 30, 2026

Supercast Episode 360
They are building for the future at West Jordan High School in more ways than one as extensive renovations begin inside the 45-year-old building.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside West Jordan High where an extreme makeover will transform many parts of the school, bringing it up-to-date, and into more modern times.

It’s a makeover that is expected to save District taxpayers more than $100 million compared to the cost of a full rebuild. Let’s check it out.

Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 360: Extreme Makeover Transforming West Jordan High School
Previous episodes can be found at supercast.jordandistrict.org

Final Day of Summer Meals Tomorrow!

Posted on July 30, 2026

The summer food service program is celebrating the end of an amazing summer of free meals on Friday. Everyone is invited to Columbia Elementary School for the final Community Days of the summer for free meals and extra fun. Jordan School District Nutrition Services and community partners will be on hand for pizza, prizes, and games from 11:30-12:30 p.m. Anyone 18-years-old and younger is eligible for free meals, and adults can purchase lunch for $4.10.

Columbia Elementary will have extra fun during lunch Friday, but the final day of the summer meals program is available for breakfast and lunch at any of four locations: