Category Archives: Supercast

Students Go from the Classroom to the Front Line Fighting Fires in Utah

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Superintendent with firefighting studentsSupercast Episode 324
They were high school students already getting up close and personal hands-on experience at the Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers (JATC) in their quest to become firefighters.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet some recent Jordan School District graduates who spent this past summer on the front line fighting wildland fires in Utah. Hear how they got a jump start on their careers in high school, enrolled in the JATC Fire Science program. Find out what advice they have for current students eager to don their turnout gear and start their own careers as firefighters after graduation.

Valley High School’s Long Time Tradition of Celebrating Day of the Dead

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Superintendent with student and staff celebrating the day of the deadSupercast Episode 323
It is a long-time tradition at Valley High School thanks to the hard work and dedication of two incredible teachers.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Valley High’s Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos celebration, a touching and colorful commemoration, remembering lost loved ones though family photos, favorite foods, and so much more. At Valley it’s also an opportunity for students who participate to benefit academically through the school’s credit recovery program.

Assistant Principal Has Passion for Showing Rhodesian Ridgebacks

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Superintendent with Stacie Thompson and her dogsSupercast Episode 322
When she’s not in the classrooms of her school caring for kids, one assistant principal has a unique passion, and you could say she is having a dog-gone good time pursuing that passion.

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Elk Meadows Elementary School where we meet up with Stacie Thompson and her striking Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs. Find out why this educator loves showing her prize possessions at dog shows everywhere and what it takes to bring home the title of “Best in Show,” or “Best in Breed.”

School Physical Therapist Uses Fun Costumes to Connect with Kids in His Care

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Superintendent with Mitch GibsonSupercast Episode 321
He works tirelessly to improve the motor skills and mobility of students, so they can get the most out of their education and all the fun activities that go along with it.

On this episode of the Supercast, we meet Jordan School District physical therapist Mitch Gibson. Hear why Mitch is considered quite the character, dressing up in fun and creative costumes as a way to connect with students in his care. It is the story of a physical therapist going above and beyond every day to ensure student success in and outside of the classroom.

School Buses Become Safety Training Centers on Wheels

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Superintentent with the bus trainersSupercast Episode 320
Some classrooms on wheels are making their way to kindergarten and first-grade students throughout Jordan School District right now. The classrooms are actually big yellow school buses.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out how our dedicated school bus drivers have come up with an entertaining and hands-on training course to keep kids safe on the school bus. Hear how students are loving the lessons, which everyone hopes will save lives.