Category Archives: School Stories

Elk Ridge Middle School Teacher Receives Prestigious College Board and USBE Award

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He is described as simply one of the best teachers around and students are lucky to have him in the classroom. Please join us in congratulating Elk Ridge Middle School Social Studies teacher AJ Steele. Mr. Steele was recently recognized by the College Board and the Utah State Board of Education as an Advanced Placement Highflyer Teacher because of his extraordinary work in the number of students taking the AP exams and the percentage of students with exceptional scores.

This award goes to a select group of teachers who have proven practices in building a classroom culture of confidence when it comes to taking the AP exam. Educators recognized with the award had at least 75% of their students take the AP exam with a pass rate exceeding 10% above the Utah average.

Congratulations, Mr. Steele! Keep up the great work inspiring student success.

Celebrating Elk Ridge Middle School at the Recent Board of Education Meeting

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It was a night to celebrate and take pride in students, teachers, and staff at Elk Ridge Middle School. Elk Ridge students led the Pledge of Allegiance and then shared with the Board the many reasons why their school is so special.

Kari Johnson, Student Body Officer, talked about the rich history of Elk Ridge Middle School dating back to 1994 when the school opened. She said there has always been a tradition of taking pride in moving things from good to great at Elk Ridge Middle. She praised the really great teachers who inspire student success and work so hard to provide opportunities. Kari said students enjoy a number of celebrations at the school throughout the year and they now have 25 clubs giving students a sense of belonging. Kari said over the years, the school’s commitment to students has not changed and they are still always moving from good to great.

Board members congratulated the students and wished them well this school year by shaking their hands at the end of the presentation.

Utah Department of Public Safety Employees Stop by Heartland Elementary School for Day of Service Supporting Students and Teachers

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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!

Learning, Laughter, and Lots of Fun for Students at 7th Grade Agriculture Days

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

7th 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!

Thank You JSD Custodians, You are the Very Best!

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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!