Category Archives: From the Board

2024-25 School Choice Permit Window Open

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The school choice open enrollment (permit) window for the 2024-25 school year is now open.  Students currently attending on a school choice permit will NOT need to reapply for a permit if they are remaining at the same school for the 2024-25 school year. Students who desire to move schools or any student currently on the waitlist without a permit must reapply to be considered for a 2024-25 permit.

The 2024-25 school choice application is available at:

Please note: These links will forward you to the permit application and must be entered without an “https”. To view the school choice permit procedures, please go to planning.jordandistrict.org/enrollment/schoolchoice/.

La ventana de inscripción abierta (permiso) de elección de escuela para el año escolar 2024-25 ya está abierta. Los estudiantes que actualmente asisten con un permiso de elección de escuela NO necesitarán volver a solicitar un permiso si permanecerán en la misma escuela para el año escolar 2024-25. Los estudiantes que deseen mudarse de escuela o cualquier estudiante que se encuentre actualmente en la lista de espera sin un permiso deben volver a presentar una solicitud para ser considerados para un permiso 2024-25.

La solicitud de elección de escuela 2024-25 está disponible en:

Tenga en cuenta: estos enlaces lo reenviarán a la solicitud de permiso y deben ingresarse sin un “https”. Para ver los procedimientos de permiso de elección de escuela, visite planning.jordandistrict.org/enrollment/schoolchoice/.

Strategic Planning Participation Survey for Employees, Parents & Students

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Strategic Planning Participation Survey WebsiteWe are excited to partner with parents and community members to make Jordan School District the very best it can be for the families and students we serve. As we begin work on updating the District’s comprehensive strategic plan for the future, we invite you to be a part of the process.

The strategic planning process will help define our vision and prioritize our resources. We are committed to developing a plan that is inclusive of the strengths, hopes, beliefs, and values of our community. 

Please take a moment to share your thoughts and experiences through the survey below, which should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Additionally, students in grades 7-12 will have the opportunity to take the survey at their school buildings.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we embark on this important process.

2023 Truth In Taxation

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The Jordan School District Board of Education is proposing a tax increase for teacher pay. A Truth in Taxation hearing will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 6 p.m. at West Jordan High School. This will be an opportunity for public comment on the tax increase. You can also contact Board Members on the Board Members page and selecting their phone number or e-mail address.

The tax amount will decrease by approximately five dollars on an average home, valued at $582,000.

Jordan works hard to use resources efficiently and to provide a world-class education for students and a supportive work environment for all employees.

For more information about Truth in Taxation and facts about District finances, please visit our Financial Facts from the Board of Education page.

Patrons may view the Truth in Taxation hearing online at boardmeeting.jordandistrict.org.

Virtual Learning Day on Tuesday, April 4

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Winter Weather Warning IconDue to adverse travel conditions and unplowed streets in many areas of the District, along with predictions by the National Weather Service of additional significant snow accumulations throughout the day, Tuesday, April 4, will be a virtual learning day for all students in Jordan School District. 

All schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, April 4. 

There will be no in-person learning in our schools on Tuesday. No meals, no preschool, and no daycare will be provided. Teachers will be available to meet with students virtually between 10 a.m. and noon. Schools will communicate how to best connect with teachers and will share any additional schedule information.

District crews and contracted services will continue to clear snow throughout the day. A decision will be made regarding after-school and extracurricular activities by 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

Thank you for your understanding and support. Student and staff safety is our top priority.

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Debido a las condiciones de tránsito adversas y las calles sin barrer en muchas áreas del Distrito, junto con las predicciones del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional de acumulaciones significativas de nieve adicionales durante el día, El martes 4 de abril será un día de aprendizaje virtual para todos los estudiantes del Distrito Escolar de Jordan.

Todas las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas el martes 4 de abril.

No habrá aprendizaje en persona en nuestras escuelas el martes. No se proporcionarán comidas, preescolar ni guardería. Los maestros estarán disponibles para reunirse con los estudiantes virtualmente entre las 10 am y el mediodía. Las escuelas comunicarán cómo conectarse mejor con los maestros y compartirán cualquier información adicional sobre el horario.

Los equipos del distrito y los servicios contratados continuarán limpiando la nieve durante todo el día. Se tomará una decisión con respecto a las actividades después de la escuela y extracurriculares a la 1 p. m. del martes.

Virtual Learning Day on Thursday, February 23

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Winter Weather Warning IconDue to adverse travel conditions, snowed-in buses, unplowed streets in many areas of the District, snowdrifts, and unprecedented accumulations of snow on school parking lots and sidewalks, Thursday, February 23, will be a virtual learning day for all students in Jordan School District.

All schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, February 23. 

There will be no in-person learning in our schools on Thursday. No meals, no preschool, and no daycare will be provided. Teachers will be available to meet with students virtually between 10 a.m. and noon. Schools will communicate how to best connect with teachers and will share any additional schedule information.

District crews and contracted services will continue to clear snow throughout the day. We anticipate after-school and extracurricular activities at high schools will proceed on a regular schedule Thursday afternoon and evening.

Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences can be held virtually or by phone on Thursday, February 23. Schools may reschedule conferences as needed. Conferences will NOT be held in person on Thursday. More information will be provided by your school or teacher.

Secondary classes will resume on a regular late start Friday schedule, February 24. Elementary schools and Kauri Sue Hamilton will not be in session on Friday (as previously scheduled).

Thank you for your understanding and support. Student and staff safety is our top priority.

Debido a las condiciones de viaje adversas, los autobuses cubiertos de nieve, las calles sin barrer en muchas áreas del Distrito, los ventisqueros y las acumulaciones de nieve sin precedentes en los estacionamientos y aceras de las escuelas, El jueves 23 de febrero será un día de aprendizaje virtual para todos los estudiantes del Distrito Escolar de Jordan.

Todas las escuelas y oficinas estarán cerradas el jueves 23 de febrero.

No habrá aprendizaje en persona en nuestras escuelas el jueves. No se proporcionarán comidas, preescolar ni guardería. Los maestros estarán disponibles para reunirse con los estudiantes virtualmente entre las 10 am y el mediodía. Las escuelas comunicarán cómo conectarse mejor con los maestros y compartirán cualquier información adicional sobre el horario.

Los equipos del distrito y los servicios contratados continuarán limpiando la nieve durante todo el día. Anticipamos que las actividades después de la escuela y extracurriculares en las escuelas secundarias se llevarán a cabo en un horario regular los jueves por la tarde y por la noche.

Las conferencias de padres y maestros de primaria se pueden realizar virtualmente o por teléfono el jueves 23 de febrero. Las escuelas pueden reprogramar las conferencias según sea necesario. Las conferencias NO se llevarán a cabo en persona el jueves. Su escuela o maestro le proporcionarán más información.

Las clases de secundaria se reanudarán en un horario regular de inicio tardío el viernes 24 de febrero. Las escuelas primarias y Kauri Sue Hamilton no estarán en sesión el viernes (como estaba programado anteriormente).

Gracias por su comprensión y apoyo. La seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal es nuestra principal prioridad.