When Eastlake Elementary School Principal Kristy Howe issued a “Kindness Challenge” to her entire student body, something started happening that likely changed some lives forever.

On this episode of the Supercast, hear the heartwarming story of how students rallied to meet the challenge and succeeded in a way that took kindness to a whole new level at the school.

• Episode info & transcription for Episode 92: The Heartwarming Story of a School’s Kindness Challenge Changing Lives
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School is out for the summer and that means kids will be having fun with friends, staying up late, sleeping in, taking trips and often enjoying a fun but different diet. On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with members of the Jordan School District Health and Wellness team to find out how we can keep kids on track – by following a few health and wellness tips for a happier summer with family and friends.

• Episode info & transcription for Episode 91: Simple Tips for Summer Health & Wellness
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It is with great pride that we honor and congratulate the Jordan School District Class of 2021. The graduates have demonstrated strength and perseverance in what has been a challenging and unprecedented year.

On this episode of the Supercast, we hear from some members of the Class of 2021 who truly are an inspiration to all.

• Episode info & transcription for Episode 90: Inspiring Words from the Class of 2021
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They are reaching for the stars in Amy Geilman’s creative writing class at West Jordan Middle School. It is part of a lesson in letter writing where students choose a famous person to reach out to with a formal letter. Then, the students wait for a response.

On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to students who heard back from celebrities like Chris Pratt and former President Obama, even the Utah Jazz sent letters in return. Find out what they learned from writing and reaching for the stars.

• Episode info & transcription for Episode 89: Students Use Creative Writing Skills to Reach for the Stars
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It is a competitive sport that is taking off around the world with talk of being added to the 2024 Olympic games. We are talking about esports, competitive video gaming that has high school students across Jordan School District signing up to take on teams from all over the State.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out how esports is taking video gaming to a new level with competitive gameplay, challenging young minds and improving their mental, visual and physical coordination. Esports is even bringing students together in a community where they may find new careers.

• Episode info & transcription for Episode 88: Students Get Their Game Face on with Competitive Esports
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