She’s got school spirit and the wardrobe to prove it. Beth Pollock became the principal of South Jordan Elementary at the start of the school year and has worn the blue and yellow of the Rams every single school day this year, going on over 100 straight days with no end in sight. The blue and yellow have shown through during all kinds of weather, holidays, formal wear, spirit days, and more.
Great job letting your true colors shine through Principal Pollock!
The “French Connection” event recently transformed Copper Hills High School into a vibrant hub of linguistic mentorship, as French Bridge Program students hosted sixth graders from the elementary French Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program. The event was designed to foster a sense of community across grade levels, allowing older students to model advanced fluency while encouraging younger learners to continue pursuing their bilingual path. By stepping into the role of educators, the Bridge students created a supportive environment where the sixth graders could see real-world uses for French-speaking skills.
The elementary DLI students dived into deep discussions about the differences between a tourist and an explorer, celebrated the legacies of historical French-speaking heroes, and enjoyed Manie Musicale, where students debated the merits of various Francophone hits in a “March Madness” style bracket. This peer led approach not only reinforced critical vocabulary and cultural concepts but also proved that language learning at Copper Hills is about more than just language, it’s about connection and global citizenship.
Throughout March, we are recognizing amazing educators who make a difference. The Jordan Education Foundation has selected the following as the Outstanding Educator of the Year at their school.
Congratulations to all the winners! Thank you for all that you do to positively impact the lives of our students.
The Utah Jazz, Jazz Bear, and Instructure (the makers of Canvas) had a big surprise for several Jordan School District teachers recently. Oquirrh Hills Middle School Social Studies teacher Kennady Longhurst, and Copper Hills High Special Education teacher Shane Lucas, were honored as 2025-2026 “Most Valuable Educators.” It is a program where the Jazz asks parents, students, teachers, and staff to nominate a teacher making a difference in their students’ lives.
“Most Valuable Educators” receive a $1,000 classroom grant, four tickets to a Utah Jazz game, recognition during the game, and a personalized Jazz jersey. Additionally, Instructure gave each school extra tickets to the Jazz game.
Congratulations Kennady Longhurst and Shane Lucas! Keep up the most valuable work you do as educators.
She is a problem-solver, a proven leader, fosters positive atmospheres, and is always looking for educational opportunities for students in Youth in Care (YIC). Please join us in congratulating Carolyn Robinson who was recently selected as the USBE’s YIC 2025-26 “Administrator of the Year” for Utah. Ms. Robinson is Jordan School District’s YIC Teacher Specialist and is fully responsible for the Check and Connect mentors, along with their ongoing training and support.
She was nominated for the award due to her tireless work revamping and elevating the YIC program in Jordan, making a true difference in the lives of students and their abilities to pass classes and complete recovery credits.
YIC provides specialized educational services and stability for students under 21 in foster care or state custody. It ensures legal access to education through tailored, intensive support, allowing students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally toward future success.
Congratulations, Carolyn Robinson. Keep up the amazing work making a difference in young lives.
