May 2022 Administrative Assignments

The following are new administrative assignments:

New Assignments effective July 1, 2022:

  • Frederico Rowe, staff assistant in Teaching and Learning appointed Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer.
  • Ami Shah, assistant principal at West Jordan Elementary appointed Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Consultant.
  • Amanda Bollinger, staff assistant in Special Education appointed staff assistant in Teaching & Learning, replacing Frederico Rowe.
  • Brian King, principal at River’s Edge appointed staff assistant in the Special Education Department, replacing Amanda Bollinger.
  • Melanie Dawson, assistant principal at River’s Edge appointed principal at River’s Edge, replacing Brian King.
  • Angela Hamilton, assistant principal at Bastian Elementary and Butterfield Canyon Elementary appointed principal at Antelope Canyon Elementary, replacing Tami Bird who is retiring.
  • Jay Eads, assistant principal at Mountain Point Elementary and Westland Elementary appointed principal at Butterfield Canyon Elementary, replacing Michelle Peterson who is retiring.
  • Amber Allen, BYU intern facilitator at Mountain Point Elementary appointed assistant principal at Bastian Elementary and another elementary to be determined.
  • Leilani Brecht, assistant principal at Silver Crest Elementary transferred to assistant principal at Butterfield Canyon Elementary and Silver Crest Elementary, replacing Angela Hamilton.
  • Nathan Price, assistant principal at Riverside Elementary transferred to assistant principal at Oak Leaf Elementary and Mountain Point Elementary, replacing Jay Eads.
  • Connie Bailey, assistant principal at South Jordan Middle transferred to assistant principal at Riverside Elementary, replacing Nathan Price.
  • Kami Taylor, consultant in Teaching & Learning transferred to assistant principal at South Jordan Middle, replacing Connie Bailey.
  • Brandon Larsen, band teacher at Herriman High appointed assistant principal at Elk Ridge Middle, replacing Shelly Gottfredson who is retiring.
  • Amy Lloyd, assistant principal at Copper Mountain Middle transferred to assistant principal at Sunset Ridge Middle, replacing Tiffany Cooke who is retiring.
  • Matt Lindsey, assistant principal at West Hills Middle transferred to assistant principal at Copper Mountain Middle, replacing Amy Lloyd.
  • Tim Brooks, assistant principal at Mountain Creek Middle transferred to assistant principal at West Hills Middle, replacing Matt Lindsey.
  • Michael Wilkey, school counselor at Herriman High appointed assistant principal at Mountain Creek Middle, replacing Tim Brooks.
  • Sally Wilde, administrative intern at Bingham High appointed assistant principal at Bingham High, replacing Jim Groethe.
  • Stewart Hudnall, assistant principal at Herriman High transferred to assistant principal at Bingham High, replacing Michael Farnsworth.
  • Michael Farnsworth, assistant principal at Bingham High transferred to assistant principal at Copper Hills High, replacing Glen Varga.
  • Glen Varga, assistant principal at Copper Hills High transferred to assistant principal at Riverton High, replacing Glen Richins.
  • Glen Richins, assistant principal at Riverton High transferred to assistant principal at Herriman High, replacing Stewart Hudnall.

Board of Education Update – Spring 2022

Spring Newsletter SampleThe Board of Education sent the Spring 2022 Update to all parents and employees via email.  Please check out the stories below:


Brand New Literacy Launch
We know when students learn to read in the younger grades, they can read to learn in the upper grades.

With that in mind, we launched a brand new literacy curriculum this year. All teachers are working harder than ever to provide a solid reading foundation so students are fluent in reading by the end of third grade.


2016 Bond Update – All Projects Completed
All six schools in the 2016 Bond Plan opened on time or ahead of schedule. They were under budget enough to help pay for a seventh new school, Antelope Canyon Elementary in West Jordan.


New Schools Funded by School District Capital Reserves
The Board of Education authorized the use of District capital reserves for the construction of three new schools to address overcrowding in high growth areas.


Increased Teacher Pay
The Board of Education approved increased base pay, a more flexible leave policy, and additional parent leave benefits for teachers.


The Supercast
Enjoy following Superintendent Anthony Godfrey as he travels throughout the District telling amazing stories of students, teachers and staff on his podcast the “Supercast.” 


Jordan Virtual Learning Academy
The Board of Education authorized the District to open the first of its kind K-12 Jordan Virtual Learning Academy. The online schools put
students on a path to personalized learning with weekly in-person options. The schools are tuition free and open to any K-12 student in Utah. Find out more at virtual.jordandistrict.org.


Majestic Elementary Arts Academy
The Board of Education authorized Majestic Elementary Arts Academy in West Jordan to offer all K-6 students a new choice in education
beginning in the 2021-22 school year. The school focuses on Instrumental Music and Visual Arts as part of students’ daily classroom instruction. Find out more at majestic.jordandistrict.org.


Partnership with Special Olympics Utah to Offer Unified Sports in Schools
The Unified Sports program brings students with and without special needs together on the playing field, using sports as a catalyst for social inclusion.


Health and Wellness Day February 11

Dear Parents,

Thank you for your support during what has been one of the most challenging years in education.

In order to focus on the wellbeing of students, families, and employees, Friday, February 11 will be converted from a flexible Friday to a Health and Wellness day.

The District will provide access to a range of online Health and Wellness information and curriculum for families and students of all ages. All materials will be emailed to parents directly so you can make choices about what resources provided to you would be most helpful and appropriate for members of your family.

Student work will not need to be submitted to the school or district. Families will be able to choose how they wish to engage with the materials provided. There will be no school meals, busing, or access to teachers on Friday, February 11.

We take seriously our role as a support to the primary learning that happens within the family. We hope you will find the time and resources helpful in promoting greater health and wellness in our community.

More information will be forthcoming. Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,
Jordan School District

COVID-19 Information Update

Below is an updated and more detailed summary of COVID-19 protocols Jordan School District plans to follow as we begin the 2021-22 school year. We hope this will help parents make decisions and plans that are best for their individual families. For the most up-to-date information, please visit covid19.jordandistrict.org.


Face Masks
Face masks are not required in Jordan School District schools or offices. Individual choices regarding masks should be respected. State and County Health Department recommendations regarding masks can be found at the following link:

We encourage families to study the recommendations and choose what they believe is best.


COVID-19 Vaccination
Students and employees in Jordan School District are not required to be vaccinated. Individual choices regarding vaccinations should be respected. State and County Health Department recommendations regarding vaccinations can be found at the following link:

We encourage families to study the recommendations and choose what they believe is best.


Dashboard
Jordan School District will be providing a dashboard that provides enrollment, number of cases and percentage information on our COVID-19 Dashboard page.  It will be available during the first week of school, starting Aug. 16, 2021.


Isolation for Those Who Test Positive
Students and employees who test positive for COVID-19 will be required to isolate for 10 days from the first symptoms. If you did not have symptoms, you should isolate for 10 days from the day you were tested.

Anyone who tests positive for COVID-19 will not be permitted at school or any school activities during their isolation period.


Quarantine After Exposure
Quarantine decisions for students and employees who may have been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 will be made with the county health department.

  • Quarantine at home if you are exposed to COVID-19 and are not fully vaccinated.  We consider anyone who was within 6 feet of someone who has COVID-19 for at least 15 minutes, to be exposed.
  • Under the standard quarantine protocol, you can end quarantine:
    • On day 10 without testing. You can end quarantine 10 days after the last time you had close contact with the person who tested positive if you don’t have symptoms of COVID-19.
    • On day 7 with a negative test result. You must wait at least 7 days after your exposure to be tested. You can end quarantine if your test is negative and you do not have any symptoms of COVID-19.
  • If you are exposed to someone at school who tests positive for COVID-19, you can continue to come to school if:
    • You are fully vaccinated.
    • Both individuals were wearing masks at the time of exposure.
    • You have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 90 days.
    • You were wearing a N95 or KN95 mask at the time of exposure.
  • OR IF YOU:
    • Wear a mask at school for 10 days.
    • Wear a mask at school for 7 days and then get tested. If you test negative on day 7 you don’t have to wear a mask anymore.
  • For more information, please visit the State of Utah Coronavirus K-12 School Recommendations page.

  • Testing
  • “Test-to-Play” – There are no “test-to-play” protocols in place for extracurricular activities.
  • “Test-to-Stay” – According to state law, “test-to-stay” will be implemented if a school reaches the established positive COVID-19 threshold.
    • Schools with 1,500 or more students have 2% of their students test positive for COVID-19.
    • Schools with fewer than 1,500 students have 30 students test positive for COVID-19.
    • All students must “test-to-stay” if they wish to remain at school, even those who are fully vaccinated.
    • All students who chose not to “test-to-stay” will be required to stay home for 10 days.
  • Free COVID-19 Testing Site – At Elk Ridge Middle School, 3659 West, 9800 South, South Jordan, Monday and Wednesday 4 – 7 p.m.
  • Positive COVID-19 Isolation Leave – Employees who test positive for COVID-19 or are the primary caregiver to a child who has tested positive can access COVID-19 Isolation Leave. You do not have to use personal leave for this purpose.

  • Volunteers
  • Classroom volunteers are welcome at the discretion of teachers.
  • Field trips, PTA events, and overnight travel continue.

Cafeteria
There are no restrictions in the cafeteria.


Jordan Virtual Learning Academy

Virtual, online learning is available for all K-12 students in Jordan School District. Students can register at one of the following schools.


Actualización de información de COVID-19

A continuación se muestra un resumen actualizado y más detallado de los protocolos COVID-19 que el Distrito Escolar de Jordan planea seguir al comenzar el año escolar 2021-22. Esperamos que esto ayude a los padres a tomar decisiones y planes que sean mejores para sus familias individuales. Para obtener la información más actualizada, visite covid19.jordandistrict.org.


Máscaras faciales
No se requieren máscaras faciales en las escuelas u oficinas del Distrito Escolar de Jordan. Deben respetarse las elecciones individuales con respecto a las máscaras. Las recomendaciones del Departamento de Salud del Estado y del Condado con respecto a las mascarillas se pueden encontrar en el siguiente enlace:

Alentamos a las familias a estudiar las recomendaciones y elegir lo que creen que es mejor.


Vacunación COVID-19
No se requiere que los estudiantes y empleados del Distrito Escolar de Jordan estén vacunados. Deben respetarse las elecciones individuales con respecto a las vacunas. Las recomendaciones del Departamento de Salud del Estado y del Condado con respecto a las vacunas se pueden encontrar en el siguiente enlace:

Alentamos a las familias a estudiar las recomendaciones y elegir lo que creen que es mejor.


Panel
El Distrito Escolar de Jordan proporcionará un panel que proporciona información sobre la inscripción, el número de casos y el porcentaje en nuestra página del Panel. Estará disponible durante la primera semana de clases, a partir del 16 de agosto de 2021.


Aislamiento para quienes dan positivo en la prueba
Los estudiantes y empleados que den positivo por COVID-19 deberán aislarse durante 10 días desde los primeros síntomas. Si no tuvo síntomas, debe aislarlo durante 10 días a partir del día en que le hicieron la prueba.

Cualquier persona que dé positivo en la prueba de COVID-19 no podrá asistir a la escuela ni a ninguna actividad escolar durante su período de aislamiento.


Cuarentena después de la exposición
Las decisiones de cuarentena para los estudiantes y empleados que puedan haber estado en contacto cercano con alguien que dio positivo por COVID-19 se tomarán con el departamento de salud del condado.

  • Ponga en cuarentena en casa si está expuesto al COVID-19 y no está completamente vacunado. Consideramos que cualquier persona que estuvo a menos de 6 pies de alguien que tiene COVID-19 durante al menos 15 minutos está expuesta.
  • Según el protocolo de cuarentena estándar, puede finalizar la cuarentena:
    • El día 10 sin pruebas. Puede finalizar la cuarentena 10 días después de la última vez que tuvo contacto cercano con la persona que dio positivo si no tiene síntomas de COVID-19.
    • El día 7 con resultado de prueba negativo. Debe esperar al menos 7 días después de su exposición para hacerse la prueba. Puede finalizar la cuarentena si su prueba es negativa y no tiene ningún síntoma de COVID-19.
  • Si está expuesto a alguien en la escuela que da positivo en la prueba de COVID-19, puede continuar asistiendo a la escuela si:
    • Estás completamente vacunado.
    • Ambos individuos llevaban máscaras en el momento de la exposición.
    • Ha dado positivo por COVID-19 en los últimos 90 días.
    • Llevaba una máscara N95 o KN95 en el momento de la exposición.
  • O SI USTED:
    • Use una máscara en la escuela durante 10 días.
    • Use una máscara en la escuela durante 7 días y luego hágase la prueba. Si el resultado de la prueba es negativo el día 7, ya no es necesario que use una mascarilla.
  • Para mayor información por favor visite la página de Recomendaciones para las escuelas K-12 sobre el coronavirus del estado de Utah.

  • Pruebas
  • “Prueba para jugar” – No existen protocolos de “prueba para jugar” para las actividades extracurriculares.
  • “Prueba para permanecer” – De acuerdo con la ley estatal, se implementará la “prueba de estadía” si una escuela alcanza el umbral COVID-19 positivo establecido.
    • Las escuelas con 1,500 o más estudiantes tienen un 2% de sus estudiantes en las pruebas de COVID-19.
    • >Las escuelas con menos de 1,500 estudiantes tienen 30 estudiantes con resultados positivos para COVID-19.
    • Todos los estudiantes deben realizar una “prueba de estadía” si desean permanecer en la escuela, incluso aquellos que están completamente vacunados.
    • Se requerirá que todos los estudiantes que opten por no realizar la “prueba para quedarse” se queden en casa durante 10 días.
  • Sitio de prueba gratuito de COVID-19 – Elk Ridge Middle School, 3659 West, 9800 South, South Jordan, lunes y miércoles de 4 a 7 pm
  • Licencia de aislamiento de COVID-19 positiva: los empleados que dan positivo en la prueba de COVID-19 o son el cuidador principal de un niño que dio positivo en la prueba pueden acceder a la licencia de aislamiento de COVID-19. No es necesario que utilice la licencia personal para este propósito.

  • Voluntarios
  • Los voluntarios del salón de clases son bienvenidos a discreción de los maestros.
  • Continúan las excursiones, los eventos de la PTA y los viajes nocturnos.

Cafetería
No hay restricciones en la cafetería.


Academia de aprendizaje virtual de Jordania
El aprendizaje virtual en línea está disponible para todos los estudiantes de K-12 en el Distrito Escolar de Jordan. Los estudiantes pueden registrarse en una de las siguientes escuelas.

House and Senate Resolution

The Utah State Legislature recently passed a resolution strongly encouraging schools not to teach the following concepts:

  • that one race is inherently superior or inferior to another race.
  • that an individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment because of the individual’s race.
  • that an individual’s moral character is determined by the individual’s race.

We want to clarify that these concepts are not a part of Jordan School District’s curriculum and never have been.

Jordan School District will continue to work to ensure that every student feels welcome in our schools and receives the highest quality education possible.