Last Day of School Field Day for Virtual Elementary Students

The last day of school was a day full of excitement for the students of Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School. Principal Mr. Menlove, along with teachers and staff, organized a field day featuring activities such as badminton, water balloon toss, and face painting. A total of 150 students participated in the events.

We look forward to seeing what the schools staff have planned for the students in the upcoming year at Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School!

If you are interested in virtual learning for your elementary student, go to rockypeak.jordandistrict.org.

Students ‘Rockin It’ at River’s Edge School in Brand New Band

Superintendent with the River's Edge School rockersSupercast Episode 299
You could say students are really ‘rockin it’ at River’s Edge School this year.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out how music in a brand-new school band is enriching the educational experience for students at River’s Edge and how teachers are taking note, loving the experience as well.


Midas Creek Elementary School Musical Takes Audience Back in Time

Superintendent with students from the USO showSupercast Episode 298
They took the audience back in time to the 1940’s with period costumes, a creative set design, and delightful music.

On this episode of the Supercast, listen as Midas Creek Elementary School students take the stage in a lively and uplifting performance of the musical “Don’t Say No to the USO.” It is a family-friendly production with a focus on humor, suspense, and nostalgia, combined with a student performance which had everyone clapping and doing some toe tapping.


Fostering Friendships with Student Designed “Buddy Benches”

Superintendent with the buddy bench teamSupercast Episode 297
Some high school Welding, Construction Trades, and Teacher Ed students are using skills they learned in the classroom to make it easier for younger kids to make friends at school.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Monte Vista Elementary School where there was a big surprise unveiled during a schoolwide assembly. The big surprise was a “Buddy Bench,” made entirely by high schoolers who want to help their younger counterparts combat loneliness and bullying behavior at school.


Joel P. Jensen Custodian is Competitive Jigsaw Puzzler

Superintendent with Allison KunzSupercast Episode 296
She is known for her custodial skills keeping classrooms clean and everything in working order at Joel P. Jensen Middle School. But in her free time, Allison Kunz is passionate about cleaning up and beating the competition in the sport of speed puzzling.

On this episode of the Supercast, we find out what speed puzzling is, what it takes to win, and how Allison Kunz has managed to qualify for world championships in the sport.