Members of the Jordan Education Foundation, along with District administrators, Superintendent Godfrey and Board members hit the road again this week visiting school after school surprising teachers with the JEF “Educator of the Year” awards.

This week they made 33 stops, and before they are finished they will visit every single school in the District surprising teachers with the coveted award.

Teachers who are recognized have a commitment and dedication to students and education, making a difference in young lives every day. We are so proud of the work carried out in our classrooms and thankful to our amazing educators.

Congratulations to the second round of 33 winners who received their awards this week. Stay tuned, more to come.

• Elk Ridge Middle School – Mollie Gonzales
• Welby Elementary School – Allisun Cartier
• Eastlake Elementary School – Bing Wang
• Golden Fields Elementary School – Stephanie Lorenzana
• Mountain Creek Middle School – Jodie Milad
• Aspen Elementary School – Nichole Moore
• Daybreak Elementary School – Carlynn Jones
• Valley High School – Jenny Witzel-Burke
• River’s Edge School – Diane Malmborg
• Monte Vista Elementary School – Sarah Christine Matheson
• Jordan Ridge Elementary School – Christine McIntyre
• Elk Meadows Elementary School – Holly Fjeldsted
• Midas Creek Elementary School – Kathleen LeBeau
• Herriman High School – Kelli Nielsen
• Copper Mountain Middle School – Keith Davis
• Bastian Elementary School -Reid Denison
• Silver Crest Elementary School -Lori Nelson
• Oak Leaf Elementary School – Angela Alm
• Butterfield Canyon Elementary School – Carol Hoffer
• Foothills Elementary School – Huihui Chi (Lily)
• Ridge View Elementary School – Heidi Walker
• South Hills Middle School – Darren Seamons
• Rose Creek Elementary School -Elizabeth Shields
• Southland Elementary School – Melinda Davies
• Oquirrh Hills Middle School – Halceyn Fobert
• Rosamond Elementary School -Allyson Vietti
• Bluffdale Elementary School – RoyAnn Gregerson
• Mountain Point Elementary School – AnneMarie Taggart
• Hidden Valley Middle School – Annelise Baggett
• Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School – Jenna Cherry
• Kelsey Peak Virtual Middle School – Christy Rand
• Kings Peak Virtual High School – Cinthia McCoy

He believes that counselors can make a significant difference in the lives of students and can help them overcome challenges, be authentic, and achieve success in their goals. Because of the difference he makes in the lives of students every day, West Jordan High’s Brandt Haberman is being honored as a Wasatch Front School Counselor Fair “Counselor of the Year.”

Brandt was selected as a “Counselor of the Year,” in part, for his focus on suicide prevention and for recognizing the critical need for intervention and support for students struggling with mental health issues. In just a few short years, he has helped bolster suicide prevention programs and resources in Jordan School District, making a positive impact on the lives of students.

Mr. Haberman is well-respected by his colleagues and students alike. He is known for his kind and compassionate approach to counseling and for his unwavering commitment to student success.

Congratulations to this incredible school counselor! Thank you for all of your hard work supporting students.

It was an event that brought students together from middle schools throughout Jordan School District and it came together thanks to some really talented teachers. The first ever Jordan School District Middle School French Language Fair was recently held at the Auxiliary Services Building auditorium. It was an opportunity for students studying French to gather, mingle, and get to know one another. There were cultural and academic activities, which teachers hope may motivate and inspire students to continue in the French language program.

Students enjoyed face painting, games, food, even a flash mob dance during the event.

Thanks to our amazing teachers for their creativity and bringing bright students together to learn, have some fun, and share their love of the French language.

It was a competitive couple of days at the South Valley School as students hit the court in a fun and lively March Madness Basketball Tournament. In this tournament however, everyone walked away a winner with a medal.

The school’s Annual March Madness Basketball Tournament involved 8 teams competing for bragging rights. The school’s cheerleaders performed between games and cheered players on from the sidelines.  Max Brown, a student in class 4, did an amazing job calling all the plays. Teacher Stuart Roberts organized and refereed the tournament.

A team named “The Beatles” walked away with the top prize in South Valley’s March Madness. But everyone was a winner taking home a March Madness medal.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the tournament! Way to go South Valley.

It was a week to recognize all of our dedicated school breakfast and lunch employees who are up before dawn to make sure students get a delicious and nutritious meal before the start of the school day and then again for lunch.

Studies show children who eat breakfast have better concentration, are more alert and tend to do better in reading and math. Breakfast equals brain power.

National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success.

Thanks to all of our amazing nutrition services cafeteria staff, you are the best!