America’s 250th birthday is fast approaching, and South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey and Jordan School District Superintendent Anthony Godfrey teamed up to help students celebrate. Mayor Ramsey brought each fifth grader at South Jordan’s nine elementary schools a sticker replica of the History in a Flag mosaic mural on display at South Jordan City Hall. Dr. Godfrey and Mayor Ramsey discussed American history with the students. They asked trivia questions about what they had learned in their study of United States history and civics this school year for a chance to win a special-edition America 250 pin.

Thank you, Mayor Ramsey for spending the day with our fifth graders!

Kids can get free hot meals this summer as part of the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program at qualifying Jordan School District Schools. All students 18 years old and younger are welcome to enjoy free breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday, from June 8 to July 31, excluding June 15, July 3, and July 24.

The free meals will be available at four locations:

• Terra Linda Elementary School, 8400 South Old Bingham Hwy., West Jordan
• Heartland Elementary School, 1451 West 7000 South, West Jordan
• Westvale Elementary School, 2300 West Gardner Lane, West Jordan
• Columbia Elementary School, 3503 West 7800 South, West Jordan

• Breakfast service is from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
• Lunch service is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Riverton High School Softball clinched the 2026 6A UHSAA Championship in thrilling fashion over Herriman High School. The title was the third consecutive for the Silverwolves softball and the fifth in the last six years.

It was a hard-fought championship series as Riverton walked off with a 9-8 victory in game one of the series. In a game two slugfest, the Silverwolves trailed by four and were down to their final out before Bre Mackay hit a game-tying grand slam to send the game to extra innings. Grace Leary delivered a walk-off double to win it 16-15.

It’s a highlight of the school year as South Valley School celebrated “Sheriff’s Week.” The annual tradition brought local law enforcement to the school to teach students about their jobs, answer questions, and get to know each other. 

The week ended with a parade with squad cars, emergency vehicles, and the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse circling the school. After the parade, students could walk inside the mobile Command Center and even see how lights, sirens, and radios work on squad cars. The day finished with cake for students and the officers, including Salt Lake County Sheriff Rosie Rivera. 

Thanks to the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office for taking the time to build connections with South Valley students and staff. Getting to know those who serve and protect is a valuable and memorable experience at South Valley School.