Students Showcase Their Literary Prowess in Battle of the Books

Studnets looking at the battle of the books standings Bluffdale Elementary School’s 3rd and 4th grade students combined the joy of reading and the spirit of competition as they started their annual Battle of the Books.

In September, students were given a list of 20 books and challenged to read and absorb as much knowledge as possible. This sparked enthusiasm from the young participants, who formed teams of 4 or 5 students. Each of the 50 groups came up with their own unique team name, such as Baby Sharks, We’re Not Telling You, Feisty Bananas, and The Waffles.

In different battle rooms throughout the school, students were asked questions about different books, and the teams that got the most points advanced through the tournament. There were 356 total battles and at the finals, the two remaining teams battled it out during an assembly.

Cambrai Corbett with the PTA was in charge of putting the winners names on the board and said it has been incredible to watch the children’s love of reading grow leading up to the battles.

Buckets of March Madness Fun with Students, Staff, and Superintendent Godfrey at South Valley School

It was a slam dunk for fun as students and staff got an early start on March Madness at the South Valley School. Cheerleaders warmed up to welcome the teams and cheer them on during some spirited basketball games. Even Superintendent Godfrey suited up to get in on the fun.

South Valley students competed against each other in teams while Life Design students took to the court competing against staff and Superintendent Godfrey.

Congratulations to everyone involved in March Madness at South Valley! We can’t wait for tournament play again next year.

“Wojo Middle School” Unveiled for a Day to Honor SLC Stars Coach Steve Wojciechowski

South Jordan Middle renamed "WoJo"South Jordan Middle school, affectionately known to the community as SOJO, took on a new name for a day as it transformed into WOJO Middle School. This change celebrates Coach Steve Wojciechowski, or Coach WOJO as he is fondly known, head coach of the Salt Lake City Stars.

The day was marked by a special ribbon cutting ceremony making the WOJO name official, at least for the day. This showcases the community’s appreciation for Coach WOJO and his impact on youth and sports.

Recently, 5,000 students from Jordan School District attended the Stars Kids Day game. Now, to show thanks to students for cheering their team on, the Salt Lake City Stars, along with their mascot, Buster the Bear, donated several basketballs to the school. A basketball signed by the Stars team was also presented to remind everyone of the special event.

A huge shoutout to everyone giving back to the community on and off the court.

Copper Hills High School Awarded National Banner for Inclusion as a Special Olympics Unified Champion School

CHHS receiving national Special Olympics honor Cheers and applause echoed throughout the gymnasium at Copper Hills High School Tuesday morning during a pep rally to celebrate the national recognition of the CH PALS Club, Copper Hills Unified Sports, and the inclusivity efforts of staff and students. The school has met the Special Olympics’ 10 standards of excellence for creating an inclusive environment and is being honored with a national banner recognition.

The pep rally was more than a simple celebration; it showcased the school’s ongoing commitment to ensuring students living with disabilities feel accepted and included in all activities, opportunities, and functions.

The rally featured heartfelt speeches by the school’s administration and the state’s First Lady, Abby Cox, who all emphasized the importance of inclusion. Students also enjoyed performances by the drill, dance, and ballroom dance teams.

With a drumroll, the Special Olympics national banner unfurled, and confetti filled the air as students gathered together for the “ain’t no party like a CH party” cheer.

Great job, Copper Hills High School. You are a shining example of inclusivity. Keep it up!

Family Game Night Brings Virtual Learning Community Together

JVLA students playing a gameThe Jordan Virtual Learning Academy hosted a family game night Wednesday to bring students and their families together. This event created a unique opportunity for students of Kings Peak High School, Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle School, and Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary, the three schools that form the core of the academy, to meet and connect with their peers in person. 

More than 100 people came together for face-to-face fun. From board games and video games to cornhole and crafts, it was a chance for the students to step out of the virtual classroom and get to know their fellow online classmates. 

This is just one of many ways Jordan Virtual Learning Academy provides opportunities for its students to connect with classmates online and in person. 

For parents interested in virtual learning options for their children, the Jordan Virtual Learning Academy offers a program designed to cater to the diverse needs of students. Information on enrollment and courses available can be found at virtual.jordandistrict.org