Category Archives: Supercast

What Is Wit and Wisdom; A Rich Reading & Learning Experience

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Superintendent with language arts teachers and studentsSupercast Episode 335
They are learning literacy by making clay model animals like a tiny toxic octopus and a very interesting elephant. It’s all part of a Language Arts Curriculum called Wit and Wisdom that is fostering critical thinking in students across Jordan School District.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Terra Linda Elementary School where a first-grade teaching team is taking student success to new heights with this rich Wit and Wisdom reading experience and they’re inviting parents to be part of it all.

Jordan School District Students to Work with NASA Aerospace Engineers on Exciting Project They Designed

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Superintendent with the winners of a NASA engineering contestSupercast Episode 334
You could say they are hitting new heights as winners of a NASA Aerospace Engineering contest.

On this episode of the Supercast, we head to JATC North to hear how four students will be working with NASA TechRise engineers over the next 18 months to bring an experiment they proposed to life. It is an experiment, with real world applications, that will be launched into the edge of space on one of NASA’s high altitude balloons, a dream come true for aspiring space engineers.

Riverton High School Students Receive Critical Acclaim on International Stage

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Superintendent with Riverton video contest winnersThey are talented students being recognized on the world stage because of their passion for film making and for their amazing skills in storytelling.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet students in the Riverton High School video production class who just walked away with second place in an International Video Competition as part of the Student Television Network. Find out how a short horror film they produced is getting rave reviews and critical acclaim, with the students competing against young storytellers all over the world.

Majestic Elementary Arts Academy Music Teacher Marches in Pasadena Rose Parade

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Lisa Blodget and the Rose ParadeSupercast Episode 332
It is a high note in the very successful career of a Jordan School District music educator. On this episode of the Supercast, meet Majestic Elementary School music teacher Lisa Blodget who just returned from marching in the Pasadena Rose Bowl Parade.

Find out why Blodget was one of more than 300 band teachers and directors from across the country selected to march in the prestigious parade, and what it felt like to be on the national stage cheered on by thousands along the five-mile route.

Legendary Football Coach Ron McBride and His Lifelong Passion Caring for At-Risk Youth

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Superintendent with Ron McBrideSupercast Episode 331
He is known for his winning ways at the helm as head football coach at the University of Utah, leading the Utes to historic success over 12 exciting seasons.  We’re talking about Ron McBride, or Coach Mac as many have come to know him over the years.

On this episode of the Supercast, we have the honor of sitting down with the legend and hearing first-hand about his time coaching, recruiting, and giving young athletes opportunities they never thought possible. Find out how Coach Mac is continuing his passionate work in our schools today with the Ron McBride Foundation, making sure at-risk youth have every chance to succeed. Plus, hear how Coach Mac impacted the life of one of our very own, Valley High Principal Jacinto Peterson.