Congratulations to an extraordinary group of students who just earned their one-year Engineering Design and Manufacturing Technology certification from Salt Lake Community College—three weeks before their high school graduation! These students joined Jordan PREP (PRe-freshman Engineering Program) during the height of the COVID pandemic. Six years later, after online classes, rigorous academic courses, personal growth, and hard work, they walked across the stage at SLCC’s graduation ceremony. Four of the graduates are first-generation college students, and each walked with honors.

Jordan PREP is a rigorous, math-focused summer enrichment program that identifies high-achieving students with a strong interest in STEM and prepares them for advanced academic success.

We’re so proud of these students’ achievements and can’t wait to see what they do next!

Westvale Elementary students laced up their sneakers for the school’s annual Fun Run through the neighborhood. Volunteers guided students through a three-quarter-mile course around the school and past the nearby Mountain View Golf Course. A cheering section of parents and teachers met the runners at the finish line. Top finishers in each grade took home a medal, but everyone walked away with a ribbon for participating, a popsicle, and a smile. 

A special thank you to the West Jordan Police Department for patrolling the streets during the run and ensuring everyone stayed safe and had a great time.

It was an exciting day for talented students at Majestic Elementary Arts Academy as they performed before the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts as part of the Great American Songbook, a special education assembly celebrating America’s artistic and cultural legacy through music, storytelling, and student creativity. The assembly also featured nationally recognized student musicians in Caleb Chapman’s Crescent Super Band, and student reflections on America’s future.

Majestic kindergarten and first-grade students sang the Majestic School Song, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Cherry Tree. Fifth and sixth-grade students in the advanced band class played Jurassic Park and Monster Machine. Majestic students are truly talented performers and they shined!

The event was part of the Eden Arts and Immersive Media Festival, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, as part of the Freedom 250 educational programming.

Students and alumni of the Kauri Sue Hamilton School gathered for the Starlight Dance. The beloved annual tradition brought out sharp suits, elegant dresses, and amazing dance moves as the school celebrated the upcoming end of the school year with a year-end dance.

The night would not be possible without help from Kauri Sue staff, volunteers, and parents. A special thank you to the Riverton High School Peer Leadership team for going above and beyond to make the event something to look forward to every year.

Jordan School District’s Native American students and their families gathered for the annual Community Night on May 7 at West Jordan Middle School. The evening served as a vibrant celebration of culture and achievement, featuring traditional dance, music, art, and community. Community leaders joined Jordan School District Board of Education members, principals, and administrators to recognize the successes of Native American students.

The highlight of the event focused on the District’s graduating class, as all 15 seniors were personally recognized by Superintendent Godfrey, Jordan School District Board of Education member Erin Barrow, and West Jordan Mayor Dirk Burton for their accomplishments. Copper Hills High School senior Deonna Lee was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from American United Federal Credit Union to recognize her academic success and serve as a springboard for her future pursuits.