Category Archives: Supercast

Supercast Episode 191: Science Teacher Brings Her Love of Cosplay into the Classroom Sparking Creativity and Curiosity

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Superintendent with the Fort Herriman creators clubIt’s not something students typically see every day, Queen Elizabeth making a grand and dignified entrance into one of their classrooms. But when the classroom belongs to Fort Herriman Middle School science teacher Gayle Dowdle, it is simply part of the learning process.

On this episode of Supercast, find out how one teacher’s love of cosplay resulted in something called the “Creators Club” for students, a club where creativity is sparked by making colorful costumes and transforming into beloved characters.

Supercast Episode 190: Meet the Crime Solving Students in Bingham High School’s Medical Forensics Class

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Superintendent on the scene with the forensics classIt is a high school Medical Forensics class which focuses on the proper way of documenting and processing a crime scene and on this day, it does not involve work in the classroom.

On this episode of the Supercast, we will take you on a unique field trip where forensics students are getting their hands dirty, with hands-on learning, digging deep into the science of medical forensics. Surrounded by police cars and crime scene tape they are crime solving students in action.

Supercast Episode 189: Two JSD Employees Jump into Action to Save a Stranded Teacher in Big Act of Kindness

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Superintendent with Trevor Bradley and Sean VickThey didn’t hesitate to come to the rescue when a Jordan School District teacher found herself in a serious situation while driving along Bangerter Highway on her way to work.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet Trevor Bradley and Sean Vick, ground crew employees in Jordan’s Facility Services Department. Find out how the two men saved the stranded teacher with a small child in the car, fearing for her safety on the side of the road. And, what happens when we bring the three together for a sweet reunion.

Supercast Episode 188: The Story of Eastlake Elementary School’s “Young Poets Society”

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Superintendent with the Young Poets SocietyIt is a fun before-school program fostering curiosity and creativity in students at Eastlake Elementary School.

On this episode of the Supercast, we hear from members of the “Young Poets Society,” and have them read some of their original works. It is a society sparking a strong passion and appreciation for reading and writing poetry.

Supercast Episode 187: The Cook Center for Human Connection Providing Parents with Free Mental Health Support

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Superintendent with a Cook Center representativeThey are a valuable resource for families dealing with complicated challenges involving stress, depression, anxiety, even suicide.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with the Cook Center for Human Connection to find out how they are helping families access some of the very best programs available in fostering strong mental health. They are a force for good in the community and Jordan School District is a partner, hoping to help families in need of life-saving services.