He will be running up warped walls, attempting notoriously difficult rope climbing and racing through gravity-defying obstacle courses.

On this episode of the Supercast we head to the gym with Mountian Ridge High School senior Tyler Kurtzhals. Tyler is training to become the next American Ninja Warrior on the TV show which premieres on Monday, June 6. Find out what it takes to make it as an elite athlete in an extremely difficult and demanding sport.

• Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 141: Mountain Ridge High Student Competes on “American Ninja Warrior” TV Show
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They were already excelling in math and science in second grade. By the time they hit high school, their love of learning was paying off, paving the way for a very promising future.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with three Herriman High School students. All three are Sterling Scholars in STEM and recently recognized for their incredible achievements in math and computer science.

• Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 140: The Inspiring Story of Three Sterling Scholars Who Simply Love to Learn
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It is a school that provides training for special education students in character education, independent living and learning vocational skills which last a lifetime.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to the South Valley School where we meet an amazing young man who is about to graduate. A young man named Jonathan who is making his way in life thanks, in large part, to skills he learned at South Valley. Jonathon’s positive attitude is contagious and to be in his company is a real treat. Here is Jonathon’s heartwarming story.

• Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 139: The Inspiring Story of a South Valley Student Graduating and Finding Success
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Teacher Appreciation Week is an opportunity for everyone to honor educators for their dedication to a job that is extremely rewarding and requires hard work as well.

On this special “Teacher Appreciation Week” episode of the Supercast, we find out what it takes to be a teacher, with an inside look at the District’s Teacher Ed Program offered at JATC South in Riverton.

• Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 138: What It Takes to Be a Teacher
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They will be running, climbing, jumping, crawling, and making their way through mud, all to benefit kids in the classroom.

On this episode of the Supercast, we dive into the Jordan Education Foundation’s Challenge Obstacle Run which is being held on Saturday, May 14 at Veterans Memorial Park in West Jordan. Find out why it has become one of the most popular obstacle runs in the state resulting in fun for families and a big win for teachers in Jordan School District.

To sign up for the JEF Challenge Run, please visit JEFchallenge.org

• Episode info & audio transcription for Episode 137: JEF Challenge Run is Family Fun Benefiting Kids in the Classroom
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