Majestic Elementary Arts Academy music teacher Oliva Murphy is one of the Jordan Education Foundation’s top fifteen Outstanding Educators of the Year. Ms. Murphy was nominated for the award by the staff at Majestic for making her music classroom the heartbeat of Majestic’s K-3 grades.
Ms. Murphy transforms learning by integrating music and the arts to deepen academic understanding while fostering creativity, confidence, and collaboration. She engages students through original compositions, performance, and technology, making every child feel seen, capable, and inspired. Beyond her classroom, Olivia mentors colleagues, leads major school initiatives, and shapes a joyful, creative culture that touches the entire school community.
Congratulations Ms. Murphy! Thank you for all you do for the students at Majestic Elementary Arts Academy.
Special Education teacher at Kauri Sue Hamilton, Trisha Wyatt is one of the Jordan Education Foundation’s top fifteen Outstanding Educators of the Year. Ms. Wyatt was nominated by the staff at Kauri Sue Hamilton for inspiring and motivating her students to reach their full potential every day.
Jordan Hills Elementary fourth-grade teacher Suzanne Thompson is one of the Jordan Education Foundation’s top fifteen Outstanding Educators of the Year. The staff at Jordan Hills nominated Ms. Thompson for instilling perseverance in her classroom and embodying the identity of the school during her 20-year tenure.
Columbia Elementary fifth-grade teacher Cynthia Alvarado is one of the Jordan Education Foundation’s top fifteen Outstanding Educators of the Year. Ms. Alvarado was nominated for the award by the staff at Columbia for the care she shows to her students, fellow teachers, and the school community.
Foothills Elementary fourth-grade teacher Mary Brown is one of the Jordan Education Foundation’s top fifteen Outstanding Educators of the Year. Mrs. Brown was nominated for the award by the staff at Foothills for positively impacting the lives of her students and fellow teachers.