Category Archives: Supercast

Supercast Episode 215: The Sweet Story of Two Educators with a Passion for Beekeeping

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Superintendent with beekeeping educatorsThey are educators by day, but when their work is done with students in our schools, they head home to their honey bees.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to the backyard of a beekeeper. Find out why Bastian Elementary School Assistant Principal Amber Allen and Kauri Sue Hamilton teacher Alexa Allen have a deep passion for honeybees, overseeing the health of their hive, and honey production.

Supercast Episode 214: Statewide Campaign Focuses on the Impact of Social Media on Students

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Superintendent with Aimee Winder NewtonUtah Governor Spencer Cox has launched a statewide campaign to address the impact of social media on students.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with Aimee Winder Newton who is Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and Director of the Governor’s Office of Families. She tells us how the public awareness campaign hopes to empower parents, and provide them with the tools they need to educate their kids about the potential harms from using social media.

Supercast Episode 213: Meet a True “Superstar in Education” at Riverton High

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Superintendent with Buffy BlunckShe is known as an extraordinary teacher who goes above and beyond for her students every single day. In fact, this amazing educator never forgets a face, keeping a picture and list of every student who has come into her classroom since 2019.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet Riverton High School CTE teacher Buffy Blunck. Ms. Blunck was recently honored as a 2023 “Superstar in Education” by the Utah Education Association. Listen and find out why.

Supercast Episode 212: From Grades to Graduation Rates How JSD Students are Stacking Up

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Superintendent with Ben Jameson and Brooke AndersonIn Jordan School District tracking everything from literacy and math scores to senior graduation rates, rising enrollment, and more is essential to the work we do. Tracking shows us trends so we can improve and celebrate student success.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with the dedicated team responsible for research, evaluation, and sorting out Jordan School District by the numbers.

Supercast Episode 211: What Happens When There is a Potential Threat Against Your Child’s School? Behind the Scenes with Police and District Safety Personnel

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Superintendent with the Safety & Security TeamThreats of any kind against a school are always taken seriously, even if the threat is considered non-credible, from out of state, or even originating in another country.

On this episode of the Supercast, we go behind the scenes with police and District safety personnel to find out what happens when a threat is reported or uncovered. Hear about the immediate steps that are taken, and how we work closely with local law enforcement to keep students, teachers, and staff safe.