Students Organize “Self-Care” Event Hoping to Help Classmates Prepare for Prom While Cutting Costs

Some students at West Jordan High School wanted to make it easier and more affordable for everyone to feel good and go to prom this year. That’s why they organized a pre-prom “Self-Care Event” at the school. It was an event to help students prepare for prom and feel really good about themselves without breaking the bank.

The event offered things like free men’s and women’s haircuts, styling, braiding, even wigs for those who may have wanted a whole new look for a night. There were also free manicures, teeth whitening, eyebrow tinting and waxing, lash lifts, along with free jewelry, prom dresses, and suits. Students were also able to make their own beautiful corsages and boutonnieres for prom, which was Saturday night for West Jordan High.

The group of students who organized this amazing event belong to a program called “Sources of Strength,” and members are peer leaders who work very hard to increase student belonging at West Jordan High. Art and Photography teacher Robyn Briggs is their advisor and she helped to plan and bring everyone together.

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this such an incredible experience for students, including the community partners!

Hear what the students themselves and Robyn Briggs told Superintendent Godfrey about the “Self-Care” event and being part of “Sources of Strength” in this week’s Supercast podcast available Thursday.

Oakcrest Elementary School‘s Veronica Holyoke is Selected as the 2024 Utah Assistant Principal of the Year

Veronica Holyoke receiving an award Please join us in congratulating Oakcrest Elementary School’s Veronica Holyoke who is the 2024 Assistant Principal of the Year for the Utah Association of Elementary School Principals (UAESP). Ms. Holyoke rose to the top among her peers from throughout the State of Utah. The UAESP, her entire school, and family surprised Ms. Holyoke with the prestigious award during a school assembly.

UAESP recognizes outstanding principals who have demonstrated excellence in leadership and have made exceptional contributions to their schools and education. Presenters of the award said Ms. Holyoke has done just that by being a leader in collaboration at Oakcrest Elementary School, helping students to grow and achieve every single day. They went on to say she works really hard and is a champion for children.

Congratulations, Veronica Holyoke! Keep up the incredible work.

Musical Sounds of the Jordan Youth Symphony Fun and Delightful

It was a special musical treat for Board of Education members, parents, family, and friends Tuesday evening at JATC South in Riverton. Some of the best young musicians you will find in Jordan School District were gathered for a fun and delightful concert. The student musicians are all part of the Jordan Youth Symphony.

Under the direction of Eric Perkins, Oquirrh Hills Middle School, and Jennifer Clark, Mountain Creek Middle School, the Jordan Youth Symphony is an audition symphony chosen primarily from the middle school band and orchestra programs in Jordan School District.

Thanks to the Jordan Youth Symphony for sharing their amazing music!

Special Evening Celebrating Jordan School District Region 6 PTA Award Winners

It was a night to celebrate as Region 6 PTA Director Sonja DeLaney, Associate Director Jessica Navarro, and Awards Specialist Ann Howden presented the Region 6 PTA awards to the following: 

  • Administrator
    • Abe Yospe, Foothills Elementary School
    • April Thompson, Riverton Elementary School
  • Advocacy
    • Stephanie Beck, Foothills Elementary School
  • Development
    • Danielle Gough, Fox Hollow Elementary School
    • Laurie Jo McDonald, Foothills, Elementary School
  • Elementary Educator
    • Chris Bernier, Foothills Elementary School
    • Gina Nokes, Riverton Elementary School
  • Engagement
    • Jen Gallagher, Foothills Elementary School
    • Bingham High School PTSA
  • Inclusivity
    • Julie Stuart, Foothills Elementary School
  • Secondary Educator
    • Brett Nelson, Riverton High School
    • Cris Stiles, Mt Ridge High School
    • Marc Jensen, Bingham High School
  • Spirit of PTA
    • Chantal Brown, Bingham High School
    • Heather Vanleeuwen, Jordan Ridge Elementary School
    • Megan Wilding, Blackridge Elementary School
    • Morgan Meyers, Foothills Elementary School
  • Support Staff
    • Carolyn Wood, Riverton Elementary School
    • Favio Gonzalez, Foothills Elementary School
    • Kaydee Gehrke, Black Ridge Elementary School
    • Tricia Troester, Elk Meadows Elementary School
  • Volunteer
    • Ashley Pack, Golden Fields Elementary School
    • Camille Kidman, Riverton Elementary School
    • Elissa Tran, Copper Mountain Middle School
    • Kayci Richins, Riverton Elementary School
    • Kimber Probst, Foothills Elementary School
    • Laurie Larsen, Blackridge Elementary School
    • Mackenzie Ferrin, Columbia Elementary School
  • State Winners from Region 6
    • Abe Yospe
    • Stephanie Beck
    • Danielle Gough
    • Chris Bernier
    • Jen Gallagher
    • Julie Stuart
    • Cris Stiles
    • Favia Gonzalez
    • Tricia Troester

Congratulations to all of the amazing PTA award winners!

Herriman High School Choir, Orchestra, and Tour Concert Band Proud to Perform at National Vietnam Veterans Day Parade

It was a huge honor for the Herriman High School Choir, Orchestra, and Tour Concert Band. They were invited to perform recently at the National Vietnam Veterans Day Parade in Honolulu, Hawaii. The students, along with their music directors, represented Jordan School District and all of the State of Utah with amazing performances, showing their pride and tremendous talents.

The National Vietnam Veterans Day Parade takes place to pay tribute to those who served our nation for the cause of freedom and liberty. Honolulu and its historic Waikiki beach served as a perfect host and backdrop for the important commemoration and welcome home for veterans.

Bands not only marched in the parade, but they were an integral part of the Official Public Ceremony, performing as part of the mass band led by the Marine Forces Pacific Band.

Congratulations to Herriman High School for honoring veterans in such a meaningful way and giving veterans musical memories to last a lifetime.