She is part of an amazing family embracing America’s 250^th birthday and many of the celebrations that come along with it. Please join us in congratulating Riverside Elementary School student Elizabeth Black who took top honors at the Freedom 250 American Heroes Student Art Contest. This was a nationwide competition for students in grades 3-12 and invited young people to create original 2D artwork inspired by historical figures to celebrate America 250.

More than 1,000 students from across the country entered the contest and 168 of the young artists won. Elizabeth Black was a top prize winner! Elizabeth, along with her drawing, were recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington D.C. where her artwork was on display.

We are proud of this talented Riverside Elementary student. Keep up the great work, Elizabeth!

The Copper Hills and West Jordan High School bands proudly marched in the annual Days of ‘47 Parade. The annual tradition celebrates the arrival of the pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley in 1847 and is one of the oldest parades in the country.

Thousands of spectators lined the streets in downtown Salt Lake City to watch the floats, bands, and other entertainment. Congratulations, Copper Hills and West Jordan! Great job representing Jordan School District.

Every Wednesday over summer break, you can find the Oakcrest Elementary School staff building bonds, strengthening their bodies, and finding adventure. Under the leadership of the school’s wellness coordinator, Tracey Davies, educators and staff members regularly slip on hiking boots to explore scenic trails across the Wasatch Front.

Dubbed “Wellness Wednesdays,” the initiative encourages the staff to step away from their school and connect outdoors. The group’s outings have taken them across a wide variety of local terrain, from Farmington Creek Waterfall Trail to Stewart Falls near Sundance. Beyond promoting physical health and stress reduction, the shared outdoor challenges have fostered team building and coworker connections.

The Oakcrest Hiking Club shows no signs of slowing down, proving that for these educators, building a supportive school culture is a journey best taken one hike at a time.

No USDA Free Summer Meals on Friday, July 24

The free meal service will resume on Monday, July 27 for the final week of the summer program at the following locations. 

• Columbia Elementary School, 3503 West 7800 South, West Jordan
• Heartland Elementary School, 1451 West 7000 South, West Jordan
• Terra Linda Elementary School, 8400 South Old Bingham Highway, West Jordan
• Westvale Elementary School, 2300 West Gardner Lane, West Jordan

Breakfast service is from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Lunch service is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

All children 18 years old and younger can receive a free meal. Adult prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $4.10 for lunch. 

Daybreak Elementary School is getting an update as a new security door is being installed in the hallway connecting the school to the adjoining recreation center. This new door will allow the school to better function independently of the Daybreak Community Center during school hours and is scheduled to be completed before the school year begins.

New polycarbonate panels will also be installed around the running track to separate the fitness center from the gym below. The panels will still allow for circulation and airflow, but provide extra privacy between the fitness center and gym. This project is slated to be finished after the start of the school year.