Category Archives: From the Board

Mask Update

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Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Jordan School District Board of Education has followed all health directives from the state of Utah regarding masks in schools. Recently, Governor Cox lifted the mask requirement for the last week of school, giving districts the authority to extend the mask mandate at the local level if they so choose. 

The Jordan School District Board of Education will not be extending the state’s mask mandate. As a result, masks will not be required in Jordan District schools, buildings, or property starting Tuesday, June 1, 2021. This includes, graduation, school activities, year-round school, and summer school. Anyone who wishes to continue wearing a mask is encouraged to do so.

Congratulations to Jordan School District Teacher of the Year, Kymberli Cosner

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Kymberli Cosner shows her awardCongratulations to Jordan School District Teacher of the Year, Kymberli Cosner

She is a shining star among educators. Please join us in congratulating Columbia Elementary School 4th grade teacher Kymberli Cosner who was just named “Jordan School District Teacher of the Year.”

Columbia Elementary School Principal Abe Yospe says Ms. Cosner is a superhero. He says whether it was being put in quarantine, teaching online, helping get food to students in need or simply showing love for others, Kymberli Cosner crushed every issue 2020 could throw her way.

Ms. Cosner is changing the lives of students every day and we could not be more proud to honor her as “Jordan School District Teacher of the Year.”

Ms. Cosner will now compete for Utah Teacher of the Year. Best of luck!

Current Friday Schedule Survey Results

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67% Satisfied, 53% Prefer Current ScheduleThe Jordan School District Board of Education asked District administration to survey parents, students, teachers, and staff regarding their overall satisfaction with the current Friday schedule for all schools.

More than 16,000 people took the survey with 67% indicating they are satisfied and 23% indicating they are dissatisfied with the current Friday schedule.

The Board is reviewing the responses and has formed a committee to explore all options for the Friday schedule next year.

The Board will seek additional public input on the options before a final decision is made.

Jan. 2021 Administrative Assignments

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The following are new administrative assignments:

  • New Assignments effective Jan. 15, 2021:
    • April Gaydosh, principal at Westvale Elementary appointed Elementary School Level Administrator of Schools replacing Doree Strauss who retired.
    • Odette Desmarais, assistant principal at Foothills appointed principal at Westvale Elementary and her replacement is to be determined.
  • New Assignments effective July 1, 2021:
    • Yajaira Martinez, assistant principal at Bluffdale and Terra Linda Elementary appointed principal at Terra Linda Elementary replacing Karen Gorringe who is retiring and her replacement is to be determined.

Dec. 2020 Administrative Appointments

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The following are new administrative assignments:

  • New Assignments effective December 14, 2020:
    • Elizabeth Felt, assistant principal at Blackridge Elementary appointed principal at Mountain Point Elementary replacing Carolyn Bona who is retiring.
    • Michelle Kilcrease, assistant principal at Mountain Shadows and Copper Canyon Elementary transferred as an assistant principal at Blackridge Elementary and her replacement is to be determined.
    • Ross Menlove, administrator on special assignment in Teaching & Learning appointed an online principal (Elementary) and his replacement is to be determined.
    • Spencer Campbell, assistant principal at South Hills Middle appointed an online principal (Middle) and his replacement is to be determined.
    • Ammon Wiemers, consultant in Teaching & Learning appointed an online principal (High) and his replacement is to be determined.
  • New Assignments effective January 19, 2021:
    • Suzanne Williams, principal at Eastlake Elementary appointed principal at the new elementary school in Daybreak.
    • Kristy Howe, assistant principal at Antelope Canyon and Oakcrest Elementary appointed principal at Eastlake Elementary and her replacement is to be determined.