Taking a Step Back in Time at the Utah State Archives and Records Service

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Superintendent at the Utah State Archives and Records ServiceSupercast Episode 359
It could offer a window into the past for you or a loved one when it comes to your good old school days, dating back to the1890s. It even houses historical gems dating back to the founding of Jordan School District in 1905.

On this episode of the Superast, join us as we take a walk down memory lane at the Utah State Archive and Records Service. Find out what we uncover about JSD’s rich history as a school district, and what you might be able to discover about your own time in one of our schools many, many years ago.

Construction Underway at Daybreak Elementary

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Construction wallDaybreak Elementary School is getting an update as a new security door is being installed in the hallway connecting the school to the adjoining recreation center. This new door will allow the school to better function independently of the Daybreak Community Center during school hours and is scheduled to be completed before the school year begins.

New polycarbonate panels will also be installed around the running track to separate the fitness center from the gym below. The panels will still allow for circulation and airflow, but provide extra privacy between the fitness center and gym. This project is slated to be finished after the start of the school year.

Finding a Personal Path to Success at Southpointe Adult High School

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Superintendent with Stacy Evans and a South Pointe StudentSupercast Episode 358
Every year hundreds of students in Jordan School District are finding a personal path to success that works specifically for them, whether they are working toward a high school diploma or GED.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out how Southpointe Adult High School adapts education to meet individual needs by offering flexible schedules and the kind of learning that’s making dreams come true for students 16-years and older who decide to enroll. Listen and hear just one of many success stories happening at the school’s JATC North campus every single year.

Jordan District Students Represented at National SkillsUSA Leadership Competition

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SkillsUSA Students

Eight students from Jordan School District were invited to compete at the National SkillsUSA Leadership & Skills Conference. The competition is the largest gathering of America’s future skilled workforce and the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical education.

Special congratulations to Kate McAffee of Riverton High School, who took home the National Championship in the Customer Service category, earning 954 points out of a possible 1000.

Jordan PREP Students Become Amateur Rocket Scientists for a Day

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Jordan PREP (Pre-Freshman Engineering Program) students became rocket scientists for a day. They spent time in class learning about the forces of rocket flight. Then they put their learning into action by transforming 2-liter bottles into rockets, complete with nose cones, fins, and fuel tanks filled with water and compressed air. Joel P. Jensen Middle School served as the launch site as students competed to see which rocket design would fly the farthest.

Jordan PREP is a summer program that engages students in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)-based learning. The program spans three consecutive summers and puts students on track to earn a certificate from Salt Lake Community College before graduating from high school.