The South Valley School staff kicked off the new school year with a social event aimed at helping students connect and forge lasting friendships. A variety of engaging activities, including interactive games, karaoke, and movie screenings, were offered to create a fun and exciting atmosphere. Students rotated through these events, allowing them to meet school staff and interact with their classmates.

Kudos to the South Valley School staff and students for building a vibrant community and fostering a welcoming culture for everyone.

This week we proudly welcome wonderful kindergarten students into our schools. They are beginning their journey in Jordan School District and will be the graduating class of 2038. We know these little hearts and minds will make their mark on the way to big accomplishments.

Congratulations, Class of 2038! We can’t wait to see all you will do and the memories you will make in the years to come.

Daybreak Elementary School began the year with an assembly featuring a bronze medal winner. Special Olympian Natalie Green from South Jordan showed off the medal she won in Turin, Italy, this year in Dance Sport. During her speech, she emphasized the importance of teamwork with her partner on the dance team Trey Garrett. Natalie encouraged the students to follow her example and be engaged in their learning, try new sports and hobbies, and be inclusive to everyone in their school.

Thank you to Natalie for sharing such an inspiring and important message with the students at Daybreak!

The student parking lot at West Jordan High School has been upgraded with some pops of color and homages to everything from Red Bull to Hello Kitty.

Seniors at West Jordan paid for the opportunity to not only reserve a parking spot, but also give it a personal touch. During the last few days of summer vacation, students painted their parking space in a design of their choice, ranging from pop culture references and landscape designs to a QR code and a Utah license plate. Proceeds from each of the 48 parking stall personalizations will go to help fund student activities for the 2025-26 school year.

Kudos to the seniors who are sharing their creativity and artistic skills with not only the students and staff, but also the West Jordan community.