Category Archives: School Stories

Basketball Brings Students Together at Unified Middle School Tournament

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West Jordan High School was the scene for a celebration of inclusion and sportsmanship at the Jordan School District Unified Middle School basketball tournament. Nine JSD middle schools, along with Timberline Middle School from Alpine School District, participated in an afternoon of hoops, hi-fives, and smiles.

Unified sports is part of a Special Olympics program that brings together students with varying abilities on the same team with peer tutors. The goal is promote inclusion and understanding on and off the court.

Congrats to all the winners and everyone who participated, with a special thank you to the staff at West Jordan High School for hosting all of these amazing athletes.

Bluffdale Elementary Alive with Fun and Festive Learning During Portuguese DLI “Carnaval Celebration”

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It was a day filled with fun and lively learning as students in the Bluffdale Elementary School Portuguese DLI program celebrated Carnaval 2026. Carnaval in Brazil is a week-long national festival known for its vibrant celebration featuring samba dancing, elaborate parades, and ending on Ash Wednesday.

Bluffdale students celebrated by making and wearing creative, colorful face masks, enjoying music, dancing, and they brought their classrooms to life with fun activities and the friendship of fellow DLI students.

Dual Language Immersion DLI is offered in four different languages at 10 elementary schools:

  • Chinese – (Eastlake, Foothills, Monte Vista, Southland)
  • French – (Fox Hollow)
  • Portuguese – (Bluffdale)
  • Spanish – (Herriman, Mountain Point, Riverside, Welby)

South Valley Students “Fly” Around the Country for a Taste of America

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From the hidden gems buried in Idaho’s mountains to the glittering skyscrapers of New York City, students at South Valley School “flew” around the United States, tasting local foods and learning the history of the 50 states without leaving the comfort of the school building. The fun-filled day was piloted by the school’s administrators, Tammy Rajczyk and Jessica Wilson, with a team of dedicated flight attendants made up of the school’s staff.

Each classroom represented a different state, educating students about its customs and history, while offering a taste of the local cuisine. Students led each cultural exchange with activities and lectures, giving everyone a chance to participate as a traveler or guide. At the end of the adventure students were left with lasting memories that they will not soon forget.

Great job, South Valley School staff and administration. Your dedication to providing top-quality experiences for your students is unmatched. Thank you for all you do!

CTE Students Explore Careers and Educational Opportunities at SheTech Explorer Day

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The future of technology is being shaped by students throughout Jordan School District at the SheTech Explorer Day. This year, an impressive 472 high school CTE (Career and Technical Education) students from across JSD traveled to the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy to participate in the expo, an event dedicated to activating interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) careers.

The CTE students dove headfirst into high-tech, hands-on workshops, from the precision of robotics and coding to the creativity of digital design. Jordan School District students didn’t just observe—they built, programmed, and collaborated. The SheTech Explorer Day is designed to get students excited about complex career fields and turning “emerging technologies” into practical skills they can take back to their classrooms and future jobs.

Thank you to all the teachers, bus drivers, and CTE educators who helped make this year’s expo memorable.

Bingham Basketball Advances to Semifinals in Girls and Boys Hoops

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It was a big day for Miner basketball as both Bingham teams prevailed in thrilling fashion in the 6A state basketball tournament. Luke West scored 42 points to lead the boys’ team to a 69-67 victory over Mountain Ridge. The girls’ team trailed Cedar Valley by 10 points with five minutes remaining, but rallied for a 60-57 victory over the Aviators thanks in part to 16 second-half points from Evalyn Roberts.

Both teams will play in the semifinals on Thursday, aiming to secure a spot in the state championship game. Bingham girls face Syracuse at 12:30 pm, while the boys will take on American Fork at 9 p.m.