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Announcement of Jordan School District Board of Education Member Vacancy Voting District 5

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The Board of Education of Jordan School District announces a midterm vacancy in Voting District 5. Voting District 5 geographically covers some areas within the cities of Copperton, Herriman, South Jordan, and West Jordan. The Board of Education will meet on Monday, Nov. 23 at 4 p.m. and/or Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026 at 4 p.m. to interview applicants for this position. These meetings will take place in the Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers South Campus, 12723 S. Park Avenue (2080 West), Riverton UT. It is expected the Board will appoint a person at its Nov. 24, 2026 6:30 p.m. business meeting to fulfill the remainder of the unexpired term that runs through Dec. 31, 2028.

The qualifications for a local board of education (Utah Code 20A-14-202, 20A-9-201) are:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Shall have been a resident of the local school board district in which the person is seeking election for at least one year as of the date of the election [appointment].
  • Be and remain a registered voter in the local school board district from which the member is elected or appointed.
  • Maintain primary residence within the local school board district from which the member is elected or appointed.
  • A member of a local school board may not, during the member’s term in office, also serve as an employee of that Board.

To confirm eligibility, contact the Salt Lake County Elections Division at 2001 South State Street, S1-200, Salt Lake City, Utah, telephone number 385-468-7400.

An application and qualification affidavit are available at the Jordan School District Administration Office, 7387 S. Campus View Drive, West Jordan, Utah, from John Larsen, Business Administrator, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The application may also be downloaded using the link below. The completed application and affidavit must be returned to the same office or emailed to john.larsen@jordandistrict.org by 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, 2026.

Congratulations Jordan School District 2025 Class of Retirees

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They have made a huge impact in the lives of thousands of students throughout the course of their careers, and now they are beginning a new chapter in their own lives. The Jordan School District 2025 Class of Retirees were honored during a special dinner and celebration sponsored by the Board of Education on Tuesday night.

A total of 93 employees are retiring this year and together they have devoted 2,207 years to education. The longest serving retiree in this year’s class is Paul Thomas with 44 years followed by Dyke Nelsen with 41.25 years.

A huge thank you to all of our retirees. You have devoted countless hours to students and their education, and your work has made a huge difference in Jordan School District. We wish you the very best in your retirement, you will be missed.

Also a big thanks to the Mountain Ridge High School madrigals for a beautiful performance under the direction of Kelly DeHaan. And thanks to Jeramie Velarde for sharing his amazing musical talents, setting the stage as retirees were arriving for the evening.

Election of Officers and Oath of Office for Board of Education Members

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Current Board members Bryce Dunford (District 5), Darrell Robinson (District 1), and Niki George (District 6), along with new Board members Suzanne Wood (District 3), and Erin Barrow (District 4), officially took the Oath of Office and were sworn in for a four-year term Tuesday evening.

Salt Lake County Chief Deputy Clerk Nikila Venugopal administered the Oath. Friends, family, and members of the community were on hand to congratulate the Board members on their election and willingness to serve on behalf of Jordan School District.

The election of Board officers was also held with Niki George elected Board President, Bryce Dunford, First Vice President, and Brian Barnett, Second Vice President.

Congratulations Board of Education members!

Celebrating Elk Ridge Middle School at the Recent Board of Education Meeting

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It was a night to celebrate and take pride in students, teachers, and staff at Elk Ridge Middle School. Elk Ridge students led the Pledge of Allegiance and then shared with the Board the many reasons why their school is so special.

Kari Johnson, Student Body Officer, talked about the rich history of Elk Ridge Middle School dating back to 1994 when the school opened. She said there has always been a tradition of taking pride in moving things from good to great at Elk Ridge Middle. She praised the really great teachers who inspire student success and work so hard to provide opportunities. Kari said students enjoy a number of celebrations at the school throughout the year and they now have 25 clubs giving students a sense of belonging. Kari said over the years, the school’s commitment to students has not changed and they are still always moving from good to great.

Board members congratulated the students and wished them well this school year by shaking their hands at the end of the presentation.