They are students at Copper Hills High School who recently risked their own lives by running into a burning home hoping to save others. Now, Copper Hills High is recognizing Cammerin Inselsberger, Carter Jacobson, and Gabriel Hernandez for their heroic acts.

Several weeks ago, all three teens ran into a home that was on fire, worried the homeowners might be trapped inside. Instead, they found two beloved family dogs who were trapped. The boys rescued Rocky and Simba, getting the dogs out of the burning home safely.

Tuesday morning, the school’s principal, city and school district leaders, the teen’s parents, along with West Jordan City firefighters, city council members, and Mayor Dirk Burton all gathered for a big surprise. The rescued dogs, Rocky and Simba, were also on hand with their family members.

District Safety Specialist and former Army Ranger Matt Alvernaz, recognized the boys in a traditional military style “Honor of Excellence” presentation for going above and beyond. Each student received a special coin honoring their live-saving efforts, in addition to other small gifts in recognition of being exemplary citizens.

Congratulations to three amazing young men and Copper Hills High students!

Jordan School District, in partnership with the Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth, and America First Credit Union, celebrated the official opening of a first-of-its-kind “Jordan Innovation Lab.” Students, district and city leaders, even several Utah Jazz Dancers and the Utah Mammoth’s black lab Archie, all came together for a ribbon cutting and celebration at Juniper Elementary School where the Innovation Lab is located.

The Innovation Lab is designed to give elementary age students hands-on experience in high-tech areas such as 3D printing, stop motion robotics, coding, and much more. In fact, some pretty excited students demonstrated how the technology will work, engaging them in learning at a whole new level.

Thank you to the Smith Entertainment Group, America First Credit Union, Utah Jazz, and Utah Mammoth for being such valuable community partners, helping students to experience high tech learning in a fun and meaningful way.

For the National Day of Service and Remembrance, the Jordan Education Foundation is looking to “Fill The Truck” with donations for the Principal’s Pantry. Donations will be accepted at the South Jordan Walmart (3590 W. South Jordan Parkway) from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, September 11.

Bulk food items needed include

• Squeezable Fruit Pouches
• Crackers
• Beef Sticks
• Granola Bars
• Fruit Snacks
• Cereal/Oatmeal Cups

Nearly 5,000 students in the Jordan School District lack basic nutrition on weekends. Help us fill the shelves of our Principal Pantries and fight hunger in our community!

She is passionate about finding ways to provide for students and their needs at West Jordan High School. Robyn Luke is the school’s homeless liaison and she works tirelessly to keep the Principal’s Pantry stocked with any items a teen may need from food and clothing, to hygiene kits, shoes, warm coats, and weekend packs.

Because of her passion to make sure every student’s need is fulfilled, Robyn was recently surprised by Fox 13 News and Smith’s Food and Drug. They presented her with Smith’s “Zero Hunger Hero” Award for the month of August. The award recognizes people in the community, like Robyn, for going above and beyond, in this case for students, making sure Principal’s Pantry shelves are filled and students have the help and resources they need. Ms. Luke received a $500 check from Smith’s to purchase items needed for the Principal’s Pantry.

Congratulations to Robyn Luke for her never ending kindness and caring ways. Thanks to Smith’s and Fox 13 for recognizing incredible people like Robyn, watching out for kids in our communities.

It was a heartwarming moment of inclusion and celebration at South Jordan Middle School. At a recent kickoff assembly for the new school year, South Jordan Middle’s student body officers took to the stage to introduce themselves, one by one, to fellow classmates.

One of the student body officers is an incredible young man named Jack, who is in the school’s special education program. Beaming with pride, Jack shook off the nerves on stage to introduce himself, only to be interrupted by a deafening cheer from his fellow students. It was a simple, but impactful, showcase of support from the student body sending the message that all students are welcomed and celebrated at their school.

Great job South Jordan Middle teachers, administrators and students! Your kindness and inclusion mean the world to parents and fellow students and it makes your school a special place to learn.