April 28, 2026 Board Meeting Summary

Celebrating Mountain Ridge High School
Anna Elggren, Student Body President, talked about the great pride students and staff take in being a part of Mountain Ridge High School where this year’s theme is “You’re Gonna Go Far.” She said Mountain Ridge is truly an incredible place where dedication, talent, and heart come together for excellence. Anna said students and the community came together to raise more than $126,009 in their holiday fundraiser benefiting the “Be Brave Baylee Foundation.” She also talked about the incredible success they have seen in the school’s amazing choir program, in athletics like swimming, football, girls wrestling, cheer, and the drum line. Anna said students achieve at high levels. Mountain Ridge High is proud to have the State Sterling Scholar in World Languages this year, and the DECA Chapter is among the top five in the state of Utah.

Anna concluded by saying everyone at Mountain Ridge embodies what it means to be a Sentinel and the school continues to go far as a community with respect and pride.

Superintendent’s Report
Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools, said it was great to see such a strong showing celebrating Mountain Ridge High School at the Board meeting.

He attended the inaugural teacher leader project exhibition as teachers wrapped up their two-year cohort. Dr. Godfrey applauded the Teacher Fellows for doing such a great job over the past two years and praised them for the hard work they have put into their projects.

Superintendent Godfrey thanked outside entities like the South Valley Chamber for recognizing students and the Mountain West Chamber for recognizing teachers each year during Teacher Appreciation Week. He said it is wonderful to see the groups investing in students and teachers. Dr. Godfrey thanked everyone for all their hard work throughout the year as the end of the school year nears. He expressed gratitude for teachers who have worked so hard to achieve positive third quarter goals like kindergarten reading, where student achievement levels were significantly higher than last year.

  • Special Business Items
    The Board Approved the Following Special Business Items.
  • The amended budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year
  • The student 2026-27 fee schedule
  • The calendar for the 2027-28 school year

Patron Comments
Devionare Howland, an employee, said she wanted to introduce herself as the newly elected Jordan Education Association President.

  • Board Comments
  • Niki George attended the inaugural teacher leader project exhibition for Teacher Fellows as they finished their two-year cohort. She said it was so fun to see their projects and Jordan is so blessed as a District to have the incredible teachers. Ms. George thanked the Teacher Fellows for putting in the extra work and effort. She attended the Antelope Canyon Elementary School production of “Seussical the Musical” and applauded the West Hills choir for going into the community sharing their musical talents at senior centers. Ms. George said Jordan School District students had a great showing at the HOSA state competition this year with several Copper Hills High students qualifying for Nationals and JATC North and South campuses also well represented.
  • Bryce Dunford reported on the UHSAA which has set a minimum for 6A reclassifications at 21 teams.
  • Erin Barrow said she attended the inaugural teacher leader project exhibition for Teacher Fellows and is impressed by the educators and how they are impacting the schools where they work. She thanked the Teacher Fellows for their hard work. Ms. Barrow also attended College and Career Day at Valley High School, which she described as wonderful for students and those who had exhibits at the event. Ms. Barrow reminded everyone that next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, a time where she is excited for everyone to celebrate teachers. Ms. Barrow also reminded everyone that the JSD High School Art Show is going on at the Old Dome in Riverton and the JSD Middle School Art Show will be at the Veridian Center in West Jordan.
  • Suzanne Wood reported on the Government Relations Committee which will be meeting with State Senator Filmore and State Representative Miller to talk about prospective bills for next year’s legislative session. Ms. Wood also said JEAC’s Multi-Cultural Senior Night will be next week at Bingham High School and the Native Community Senior Night will be next week at West Jordan Middle School. She said the Family Engagement Certification Night will be on May 13 at Sunset Ridge Middle School.
  • Lisa Dean reported on the Jordan Education Foundation which will hold its annual Challenge Run on May 9 and Golf Tournament on June 25, 2026.

Closed, Study Session
In closed session, Board members discussed personnel, property, an employee appeal, potential litigation, and negotiations.

In open session the Board reviewed the proposed 2026-27 fee schedule and 2027-28 calendar survey results. They discussed social studies credits required for graduation and received a report on the recent USSA/UASBO Conference.

– Sandy Riesgraf, Director of Communications

  1. Study Session – 3:38
    1. Review of Fee Schedule for 2026-27 – 4:11
    2. Review of Calendar Survey Results for 2027-28 – 6:58
    3. Social Studies Graduation Credits – 14:57
    4. Report on Utah School Superintendents Association (USSA) / Utah Association of Business Administrators (UASBO) 2026 Conference – 1:27:37
  2. Jordan Youth Symphony Performance in the JATC South Foyer
  3. General Session – 2:36:24
    1. National Anthem – 2:38:16
    2. Pledge of Allegiance – 2:39:42
    3. Reverence – 2:41:01
    4. Celebrating Schools – 2:43:31
    5. Board Member Recognitions – 2:54:07
    6. Superintendent’s Recognitions – 3:00:53
  4. Public Comments – 3:03:42
  5. General Business – Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Items – 3:13:47
    1. Board Minutes
    2. Teacher and Student Success Act (TSSA) Plans for 2026-27
    3. School LAND Trust Plans for 2026-27
    4. Proposed Revisions to 2026-27 School Year Calendars
  6. General Business – Motion to Accept Consent Agenda – 3:15:55
    1. Expenditures
    2. Financial Statements
    3. Non-compliance Report
  7. Bids – 3:16:37
    1. Business Administrator – Legal Services for the Board of Education
    2. Career and Technical Education – Apple Computer Labs
    3. Career and Technical Education – HP Computer Labs
    4. Insurance Services – Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM)
    5. Student Services – Panorama Annual Contract License
    6. Facility Services – Remodel Portable Classrooms at Multiple Locations
    7. Facility Services – Shade Canopies at Bingham and West Jordan High Schools
    8. Facility Services – Boiler Replacement at South Hills Middle School and Bluffdale Elementary School
    9. Facility Services – Emergency Power to IT Closets at Multiple Locations – Bid Package #2
    10. Facility Services – Emergency Power to IT Closets at Multiple Locations – Bid Package #3
  8. Special Business Items – 3:43:46
    1. BUDGET HEARING: Recommendation to Approve Amended Budget for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year
    2. Recommendation to Approve Proposed Student Fee Schedule for 2026-27 School Year
    3. Recommendation to Approve Calendar for 2027-28 School Year
  9. Information Items – 3:57:25
    1. Superintendent’s Report
  10. Discussion Items – 4:00:26
    1. Committee Reports and Comments by Board Members
    2. Topics for Bulletin Board
  11. Motion to Adjourn to Closed Session – 4:09:38
  12. Closed Session
    1. Character and Competence of Individuals (Personnel)
    2. Property
    3. Potential Litigation
    4. Negotiations
    5. Security
Board of Education
Niki George, President – Voting District 6
Bryce Dunford, First Vice President – Voting District 5
Brian W. Barnett, Second Vice President – Voting District 2
Erin Barrow, Member – Voting District 4
Lisa Dean, Member – Voting District 7
Darrell Robinson, Member – Voting District 1
Suzanne Wood, Member – Voting District 3
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