Jordan School District’s Carolyn Robinson is USBE Youth in Care “Administrator of the Year”

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.

Jordan Education Foundation Recognizes More Outstanding Educators

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.
  • Margaret Ward (JATC)
  • Trudy Pecorelli (Riverton High School)
  • Hayley Barrow (Oquirrh Hills Middle)
  • Tasha Wood (Southland Elementary)
  • Susan Stokes (Rosamond Elementary)
Congratulations to all the winners! Thank you for all that you do to positively impact the lives of our students.

Teachers Team Up With Utah Mammoth for Floor Hockey Education

During a recent professional development day, 45 elementary and middle school PE teachers from Jordan School District received specialized floor hockey training from the Utah Mammoth Youth Program. The training session equipped educators with professional drills and coaching techniques to bring a new level of energy and skill to their schools.

The partnership continues as the Utah Mammoth team prepares to work with schools to co-teach students alongside these instructors. These visits allow students to learn the fundamentals of the game directly from the pros.

This collaboration brings high-quality hockey education to schools throughout JSD.

March 24 Board Meeting Update

You are invited to a meeting of the Board of Education of Jordan School District on Tuesday, March 24 at the JATC South Campus, 12723 S. Park Avenue, Riverton, Utah. The study session begins at 4 p.m. The Regular Board Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Patrons may view the general session online at boardmeeting.jordandistrict.org.

The March 24 Board meeting agenda is now available on our Board meetings page. Administrative policies that will be discussed include an exception request to Administrative Policy AA414 Student Overnight Travel. Board Level Policies that will be discussed include a review of proposed revisions to GP100 Global Governance Commitment and GP101 Governing Style. You can also use the following links to the printed and detailed agendas.

West Hills Middle Concert Choir Shines at Jordan School District Advanced Choir Festival

Join us in sending a round of applause to students in the West Hills Middle School Concert Choir. They performed in the District Advanced Choir Festival this week and their choir director, Michael Draut, says they earned perfect scores from both judges.

After their performance, the talented students visited Sunridge Assisted Living, reconnecting with friends and sharing music that truly mattered. Watching the delighted residents sing along, including 90-year-old Bonnie, made it unforgettable.

Mr. Draut gave a huge shoutout to the choir’s amazing soloists: Sophie Birdsall, Hailey Overdiek, Hannah Pehrson, Andrea Rowberry, Benson Perkins, Quinton Hollingshead, Finley Adamson, and Haley Brady.

Way to go West Hills Concert Choir. Keep on making magical music bringing smiles and happiness to those around you!