Category Archives: Supercast

From World-Class Cellist to Classroom Champion: One Middle School Math Teacher’s Remarkable Journey

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Superintendent with Karen SmithSupercast Episode 365
Before she was inspiring middle schoolers to love math, South Hills Middle School teacher Karen Smith was performing on stages alongside iconic artists like Stevie Wonder, Yo-Yo Ma, and John Williams.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with Ms. Smith to explore her incredible transition from freelance cellist to dedicated educator. Hear how she traded life onstage for a second career in Jordan School District and learn how her unique journey helped her find a passion for teaching math that runs as deep as her love for music.

You can catch Karen Smith play with the Sinfonia of Salt Lake on Sept. 14. Find more information on the Sinfonia Salt Lake website.

Drilling Down on Jordan School District Data: Key Stats on Student Success, Test Scores, and Much More

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Superintendent with Ben Jameson and Brooke AndersonSupercast Episode 364
Have you ever wondered what enrollment looks like in Jordan School District? How about where reading scores are heading or where graduation rates are going?

On this episode of the Supercast, we are drilling down on Jordan School District data with our very own experts who simply love crunching the numbers and sifting through statistics. Listen and find out why we have a lot to celebrate in Jordan School District, why hard work on the part of students, teachers, staff, and parents is paying off.

The Classroom and Beyond: Big Careers in Jordan School District

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Superintendent with Jane Olsen and Mike TrimmellSupercast Episode 363
In Jordan School District we like to say people come for the job, and enjoy the amazing adventure.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take a look at Jordan School District; career opportunities available in the classroom and beyond. They are jobs that support students and education every single day. Listen and find out who we are looking to hire right now, and how to apply if you want to join the JSD team.

Helping Children Build Healthy & Fun Friendships as the New School Year Begins

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Superintendent at the playground with JosieSupercast Episode 362
As we head into a new school year, a lot of students are probably thinking about more than just homework and new teachers. They wonder whether they’ll make new friends, fit in, and make memories to last a lifetime.

On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to a school psychologist about the importance of making friends and how parents can access the tools and information they need to help their kids in the process. Find out how friendships can help build self-confidence, improve your child’s communication skills, and reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

Amazing Things Happening at the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind

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The superintendents on a basketball courtSupercast Episode 361
It serves as a leader across the country and around the world for the education of students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, blind, or low vision and offers support to students in Jordan School District as well.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with the new Superintendent of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind. Find out about the incredible things happening every day at the school, how their services benefit students throughout the state, and follow along as we get a personal tour of the school’s Millcreek campus.