It is a way to help educate students and their families on all the benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables every day. Jordan School District is proud to be part of Utah’s “Farm to School” initiatives, which support local farmers bringing local produce straight from the field to our cafeteria tables. JSD Nutrition Services staff work closely with local farmers to bring fresh food in and help the lunchroom workers learn how to use seasonal food picked fresh from local fields.

At Majestic Elementary School representatives from the Utah Department of Agriculture & Food and USBE, along with members of the media, were on hand as the cafeteria staff prepared a delicious free summer lunch. Part of the lunch consisted of fresh raw and cooked yellow squash from Bangerter Farm and chocolate chip zucchini muffins, made with Bangerter Farm zucchini. Serving fresh food is a great way to increase students’ exposure to locally-grown produce in Utah and encourage healthy eating habit that will last a lifetime.

Thanks to everyone behind the “Farm to School” initiatives and JSD’s amazing Nutrition Services Staff for giving students opportunities to try delicious food fresh off the farm.

They are polishing floors, deep cleaning bathrooms, cleaning and resetting lockers, and making every inch of our schools and buildings sparkle. They are also out in the heat trimming, working on lawns, and perfecting playing fields. Take a minute out of your day to say thank you to custodians and sweepers who are hard at work over the summer months to make sure students and employees return to schools and buildings that are clean, well maintained, and welcoming.

These valuable employees contribute to the important first impressions in our schools and buildings, they lend a helping hand wherever they are needed, and they never miss a beat, even in the high summer heat. They are such an important part of the Jordan School District family.

Thank you, custodians and sweepers!

We are excited to announce that Jordan School District will now be using ParentSquare to share communication from schools and the District. ParentSquare has replaced Skylert as the District’s new communication platform.

With ParentSquare you will receive all District and school communication via email, text, and/or app, based on your preference. Messages may be translated to your preferred home language indicated in Skyward.

Customize Your Communication Settings
You will receive an invitation email or text message directly from your school to customize ParentSquare. Please use the link you receive from your school to set up your notification preferences. It takes less than a minute. If you do nothing, you will still receive email or text messages. 

You can use the ParentSquare app on any device. The app is available at www.parentsquare.com/signin. You can also communicate through email and text messaging without downloading the app.

We look forward to connecting with you through ParentSquare. You will receive additional information from your school soon.

She is described as the glue that holds her teaching team together. That is just one reason Columbia Elementary School 3rd grade teacher Angela Drope is being honored as a KSL NewsRadio and Cyprus Credit Union “Teacher Tribute Winner!” KSL is honoring teachers each month to recognize the incredible ways they go above and beyond every day.

A co-worker who nominated Ms. Drope said “Angie has been my rock since I have worked at Columbia. Her empathy, understanding, and humor have brought light into even the most challenging days. She has a gift for making everyone feel valued and included.”

The co-worker described Ms. Drope as a team leader who has the ability to guide and inspire those around her. She possesses a unique blend of vision and action that motivates the team to strive for excellence.

Please join us in congratulating this amazing educator, Angela Drope. Keep up the great work inspiring those around you and helping students succeed.