Category Archives: From the Board

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.

Virtual Learning Day on Wednesday, February 22

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Winter Weather Warning IconDue to a major winter storm warning, and recommendations from the National Weather Service and UDOT, Wednesday, February 22, will be a virtual learning day for all students in Jordan School District.

All schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, February 22.

There will be no in-person learning in our schools on Wednesday. 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.

Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held virtually or by phone on Wednesday, February 22. Conferences will NOT be held in person on Wednesday. More information will be provided by your school or teacher.

The District will make an announcement regarding the status of Wednesday after-school and extracurricular activities by 1 p.m. that day.

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

Debido a una importante advertencia de tormenta invernal y recomendaciones del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional y UDOT, El miércoles 22 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 miércoles 22 de febrero.

No habrá aprendizaje en persona en nuestras escuelas el miércoles. 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.

Las conferencias de padres y maestros de primaria se llevarán a cabo virtualmente o por teléfono el miércoles 22 de febrero. Las conferencias NO se llevarán a cabo en persona el miércoles. Su escuela o maestro le proporcionarán más información.

El Distrito hará un anuncio sobre el estado de las actividades extracurriculares y después de la escuela de los miércoles a la 1 p. m. de ese día.

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

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

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Current Board member Tracy Miller (District 3), along with new Board members Brian Barnett (District 2) and Lisa Dean (District 7) officially took the Oath of Office and were sworn in for a four-year term Tuesday evening. Salt Lake County Clerk Lannie Chapman administered the Oath. Friends, family, local elected officials 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 Tracy Miller elected Board President, Niki George, First Vice President, and Darrell Robinson, Second Vice President.

Congratulations!

Philosophy of Instruction Policy Open House

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The Jordan School District Board of Education is seeking public input on possible revisions to Administrative Policy D200 Philosophy of Instruction. This policy is being merged with AA410 Controversial Issues.

The Board will hold an open house to receive input on Tuesday, August 30, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Riverton High in the school’s tech atrium. Riverton High School is located at 12476 S. Silverwolf Way (2700 West).

2022 Truth in Taxation

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The Jordan School District Board of Education will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing on Tuesday, August 2 at 6 p.m. at Riverton High School to consider increasing taxes. This will be an opportunity for public comment on the tax increase.

  • Why Raise Taxes?
  • The money will be used for teacher and staff pay.
  • The money will provide additional supports for teachers in the classroom.
  • Property taxes are not adjusted for inflation and the District’s operating costs continue to rise each year.

The tax increase will amount to $43 per year per $100,000 home value. That is approximately $22 a month on a home valued at $600,000.

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, visit our Financial Facts from the Board of Education page.