This summer, seven very talented Jordan School District students attended the Educators Rising National Conference in Orlando. It is a performance-based competition where students who are hoping to become educators, demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and leadership in education.

Ruben Marquez Portillo from Copper Hills High School placed first in the “Varsity Creative Lecture/Ted Talk” category. Ruben is from Venezuela and has only been in the country for two years.  He even made the news in Orlando for his success!  Emily Giang, also from Copper Hills High School, placed fifth in the “Varsity Spanish Children’s Literature” category. Rachel Betts from Bingham High School, who is in the JATC Teacher Education program, took fifth place in the “Varsity Lesson Planning in STEM”.

Congratulations to these amazing students and future teachers. You make us proud!

Community members are invited to purchase a piece of West Jordan Elementary School history during a public surplus sale this Saturday, July 15. This is a sale only, not an auction, and everything will have a fixed price. Items like tables, large and small kitchen equipment, carts, chairs, and bookcases will be available.

Everything purchased will need to be paid for and picked up on Saturday. Debit and credit cards will be the only forms of payment accepted. Anything physically attached to the building, like doors, light fixtures, and cabinets are NOT for sale.

WHAT: West Jordan Elementary School Public Surplus Sale
WHEN: Saturday, July 15, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: West Jordan Elementary School, in the Cafeteria and Gym (7220 South 2370 West)

They are polishing floors, deep cleaning bathrooms and making every inch of our schools and buildings sparkle. Take a minute out of your day to say thank you to custodians who are hard at work over the summer months to make sure students and employees return to schools and buildings that are clean, well maintained, and welcoming.

These valuable employees contribute to the important first impressions in our schools and buildings, they lend a helping hand wherever they are needed, and they never miss a beat, even in the summer heat. They are such an important part of the Jordan School District family.

Thank you, custodians!

Some Hayden Peak Elementary School students got a big kick out of having police officers at their school recently. That’s because in an effort to engage with students and get to know them, West Jordan police came to the school for a friendly game of kickball. It gave officers a break from their regular routine and allowed them to serve in a way that builds a bond and trust with students.

The game with West Jordan’s finest was so much fun, students are already looking forward to kickball with the officers again next year.

Thanks to West Jordan Police for spending some valuable time at Hayden Peak, letting kids know how much they care over a good game of kickball.