Book worms were out in force at Heartland Elementary School as students, teachers, staff, and members of the community helped celebrate “Read Across America Day.” This is a day devoted to motivating and inspiring students to read. It is also a day to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Everyone got in on the fun at Heartland, with police officers, firefighters, West Jordan Mayor Dirk Burton, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey, Board of Education Member Lisa Dean, Principal Buddy Alger, Area Administrator of Schools Lisa Robinson, and many others reading to students in classroom after classroom. They read Dr. Seuss books like “The Cat in the Hat” and “Green Eggs and Ham.” Dr. Seuss once said “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

Thanks to Heartland and all schools for inspiring students to read every day!

They came with confidence to wow the crowd with their moves, their music, and lip-syncing abilities. Students took the stage at South Valley School for a really fun show. It was the annual “South Valley Talent Show” featuring the South Valley student stars, and boy did they shine bright! The students practiced and were prepared with songs to delight the crowd.

It is a fun tradition that brings joy and big smiles to everyone at South Valley. Congratulations to all of the amazing performers, you truly are shining stars!