It was an exciting day for students, teachers, and staff at Heartland Elementary School, a day they won’t soon forget. That’s because employees from the Utah Department of Public Safety, including DPS Commissioner Jess Anderson, came to the school as part of their commitment to community service work. It was their first stop on the Commissioner’s Service Project, which will have DPS employees involved in community service work throughout the State.

The DPS employees spent several hours going from classroom to classroom, in and outside the school, helping with art projects, reading, playground duty, playing games, and helping to serve lunch in the cafeteria. They took the time to talk to teachers, students, and Principal Buddy Alger.

Thanks to the Utah Department of Public Safety and Commissioner Anderson for taking time out of their busy schedules to support our schools!

It is an opportunity for students to spend two days learning about agriculture and its impacts on their lives. This year, more than 4,500 7^th grade students from throughout Jordan School District attended the two-day event at the Bastian Agriculture Center in South Jordan.

7^th Grade Agricultural Days brings specialists from dozens of different ag-related organizations together with businesses to provide a hands-on educational experience. Students learned about different professions in the ag industry as well as how food makes its way from farms to the dinner table. There were plenty of farm animals to visit and students really got to experience the true diversity of agriculture.

Great job to everyone involved in organizing such an engaging, hands-on event!

Take a minute to say thank you to custodians in schools and buildings throughout the District today and throughout the week. Each year, October 2 is recognized as National Custodian Appreciation Day. It is a day set aside to show appreciation for the men, women, and student sweepers who keep our schools and workplaces clean, shining, well maintained, and running smoothly.

These valuable employees contribute to the important first impressions in our schools and buildings as well as lending a helping hand whenever and wherever they are needed. They are an important part of education and the Jordan School District family.

Who is your favorite custodian? Tell them how much they are appreciated.

Thank you, custodians!

It is a week filled with fun, school pride, and magical moments at Mountain Ridge High School. That’s because this is Homecoming week and student body leaders announced the theme is “This Magic Moment.”

Students and staff kicked things off with a Homecoming assembly showcasing talents and traditions at the school. There will be a Homecoming tailgate event on Friday followed by the big football game against Herriman High School. The festive week ends with a Homecoming dance at Mountain Ridge where there will be memories made to last a lifetime.

Enjoy every magical moment, Sentinels!