Category Archives: Supercast

Supercast Episode 181: Students Celebrate Black History Month with Pride and Performances

Posted on

Superintendent with student participantsIt was an evening of reflection, recognition, and celebration. Students from schools throughout Jordan School District came together in song and dance to celebrate Black History Month in a meaningful way.

On this episode of the Supercast, hear from students who participated in the performances and why they are passionate about educating others on the importance of Black History Month.

Supercast Episode 180: JATC North Web Design Class Competing for Prestigious National Prize as We Celebrate CTE Month

Posted on

Superintendent with the JATC Web Design TeamThey are an impressive group of Jordan School District students determined to make a difference and win a national competition with the development of a unique school safety app.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside the JATC North web design class where students are already in the running for a prestigious honor on a national stage because of their determination to help keep students safe in schools across the country. This is just one example of the great work going on in Career and Technical Education as we celebrate CTE Month.

Supercast Episode 179: Chinese Dual Language Immersion Students Head to Chinatown for Fun Day of Learning & Discovery

Posted on

Superintendent with students and staff in Southland Chinese DLI programIt is a program designed to help students learn in new and effective ways while enhancing cultural awareness.

On this episode of the Supercast, we visit with Chinese Dual Language Immersion students and teachers at Southland Elementary School to find out why they love learning another language. Find out what happens when we follow the students on a fascinating field trip to Chinatown in South Salt Lake City.

Supercast Episode 178: A Parent’s Guide to “Health and Wellness Day” Activities for Students

Posted on

Superintendent with a SELFIE signIt is a full day set aside for students, teachers, and staff in Jordan School District to prioritize their health and wellness at home and in school. The second annual Health and Wellness Day is Friday, February 10 and while there will be no school for students that day, they are invited to participate in the Wellness Quest with family and friends.

On this episode of the Supercast, we explain what the Wellness Quest is and how something called the “SELFIE’” model is at the heart of the Wellness Quest curriculum.

Supercast Episode 177: Riverton Elementary Sixth Grade Students Take Pride in Becoming Published Authors

Posted on

Superintendent with Cassie Crandell and her studentsIt is something you don’t hear about very often, sixth grade students becoming published authors. But that is exactly what has happened at Riverton Elementary School.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside Cassie Crandell’s classroom where students wrote and illustrated a picture book telling the true stories of trees surviving tragedies and natural disasters. The book was inspired by a survivor tree at the 9/11 memorial in New York City. Meet the young authors and find out where you can now buy their book.