Supercast Episode 132: Music to Our Ears Every Day

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Superintendent with a class of orchestra studentsAny day is a good day when you hear vocal or instrumental music coming from the many talented students in any number of our schools in Jordan School District.

March is “Music in Our Schools Month” and on this episode of the Supercast, we celebrate with a passionate music educator. Jennifer Clark believes quality music programs elevate many aspects of education and the benefits to students live on long after graduation.

Let’s get started on a high note, with some music.

Copper Hills High School Student Honored by Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs

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Picture of MaryKrista and her advisorShe is resilient, determined, works to unify and leads by example. That’s why Copper Hills High School’s Black Student Union President MaryKrista Ehounou is being honored by the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs. She was selected as an “Excellence in Leadership Rising Leader Award” winner for her commitment to advancing civic engagement, service, and facilitating change at CHHS and in the community.

The award was presented to MaryKrista during the Multicultural Youth Leadership Day Conference. While being described as soft spoken, those who know her say MaryKrista is  powerful in action.

Congratulations, MaryKrista, on this amazing accomplishment!

Herriman High School “Be the Change” is Changing Lives

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"Be the Change" studentsIt was a day to build family, community and connections at Herriman High School. School counselor Cindy Watkins was looking for a way to support students of immigrant families and let them know they are not alone. So, Ms. Watkins organized a “Be the Change” event at Herriman High where students in clubs like “Latinos In Action” shared their own personal stories of hope and being part of a caring community.

Students who attended say they walked away feeling like they are not alone and that they can achieve their goals, making dreams come true.

Thanks, Herriman High, for giving students an opportunity to “Be the Change.”

Honoring Jordan Education Foundation’s “Outstanding Educators of the Year”

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It was one surprise after another as members of the Jordan Education Foundation honored deserving teachers throughout Jordan School District with the “Outstanding Educator of the Year” award. Every single teacher recognized has a commitment and dedication to students and education that is making a difference in young lives every day. We are so proud of the work carried out in our classrooms and thankful to our amazing educators.

Congratulations to all the award winners. Below are the top twelve “Outstanding Educators of the Year.”

  • Alisha Neil, Mountain Ridge High
  • Amy Anderson, Foothills Elementary
  • Heather Richardson, Herriman Elementary
  • Natalie Sellers, Antelope Canyon Elementary
  • Cyndi Anderson, Oakcrest Elementary
  • Christina Corbett, Copper Canyon Elementary
  • Sabrina Drake, Columbia Elementary
  • Tracy Huish, Elk Meadows Elementary
  • Braxton Thornley, Bingham High
  • Carnell Cummings, River’s Edge
  • Patricia Gotberg, South Jordan Elementary
  • Cassie Bringhurst, Kauri Sue Hamilton

Supercast Episode 131: Unifying Students through Unified Sports in Jordan School District

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Students in the Unified Sports ProgramIt is a fun and exciting program that is growing throughout Jordan School District. We’re talking about Unified Sports, a program that joins people with and without disabilities on the same team, whether it is basketball, soccer, golf or even Esports.

On this episode of the Supercast, we explore how training and playing together creates a path to lasting friendship and understanding among students with special needs and their peers. Unified Sports really is helping to break down stereotypes, empowering students on and off the playing field.