Category Archives: School Stories

JSD Student Body Officers Get First-Hand Look at State Legislative Process

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Jordan School District SBOs on the State Capitol Steps During the recent legislative session, all Jordan School District secondary schools sent student body officers to tour the Utah State Capitol. The visit provided the students with a first-hand look at the inner workings of State government and the legislative process.

The tour also allowed the student body officers to interact with government employees and elected officials. The students sat with lawmakers as several bills were debated and asked questions of them during the process. They gained valuable insight into how laws are passed in Utah and how public policy is formed.

Thank you to all the lawmakers and State Capitol staff who helped make this a memorable and enlightening visit for Jordan School District students.

Bingham High School Chinese DLI Program Provides Students with an Immersive Experience in the Rich Traditions of Chinese New Year

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They are working hard and having fun in the Chinese Dual Language Immersion and World Language programs at Bingham High School. Recently, students participated in and performed for Chinese New Year celebrations at various locations, including South Jordan City Hall and Herriman High School.
Bingham High also hosted a special Lunar New Year assembly featuring a performance by the Anping Sword Lion Dance team from Taiwan. There were many other engaging activities such as dragon dance demonstrations and Chinese calligraphy sessions where students learned to write Lunar New Year greeting words.
Congratulations to the Bingham High DLI and World Language team for igniting enthusiasm among students to progress to the next learning level in Chinese studies. Keep up the great work!

Rosamond Elementary School Student Dances Her Way to Top in Region 6 Reflections Competition

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Pictures of Brecklyn StaggsIt is a moment of pride for Rosamond Elementary School and something to celebrate. A 6th grade student at Rosamond, Brecklyn Staggs, won the Region 6 PTA Reflections Award of Excellence for a dance she choreographed and performed. The theme of the dance was “I Am Hopeful Because….” It was an original, creative work performed beautifully by Brecklyn and she won in the middle school dance choreography category.

Congratulations, Brecklyn Staggs. Keep up the great work in dance and in making everyone proud of your accomplishments!

Bingham High School Hosts Inspirational Womens’ Day in Sports

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It was a day to empower female student athletes throughout the state of Utah. Bingham High School Athletic Director Andee Bouwhuis was a driving force behind the first annual “Womens’ Day in Sports,” which was sponsored by the Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (UIAAA) and the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA). About 150 female athletes from more than a dozen school districts around the state participated. The girls, all sophomores and juniors, were inspired by speakers who encouraged them to raise the bar in leadership and be ambassadors for women in sports and sports professions.

The girls learned about proper nutrition to fuel the body as an athlete and positive body image. They heard from a sports psychologist and a gold medal Olympian in water polo.

It was an amazing event and we are grateful to everyone who helped in planning and making it such an impactful day for girls in sports.

Golden Fields Elementary School Student Wins Top Prize in State Competition

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She is a talented young student who found inspiration from her gym coach at Golden Fields Elementary School. Now, Naomi Ramba is being recognized for her talents.

Naomi entered a video essay contest called “Because of An Educator” in a State PTA competition. Naomi’s video was selected as the first-place winner at the State level for her entry called “Who Inspired Me.” In the video Naomi talked about how her gym coach, Summer McNeely, was an inspiration, changing Naomi’s mind about working hard, staying active, and coming to school.

Jordan School District Board of Education members, along with Superintendent Anthony Godfrey and others recently recognized Naomi Ramba for her accomplishment. She also received a $500.00 cash prize and a plaque from the Utah State PTA.

Congratulations, Naomi Ramba. Keep up the great work!