Supercast Episode 126: Counting on School Counselors

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Superintendent stands with a school counselorEach and every day students count on school counselors for guidance and support. This week we celebrate the important work carried out by school counselors. This is National School Counseling Week.

On this episode of the Supercast, we highlight the tremendous impact school counselors have on helping students achieve success and plan for future careers. And, find out how parents and students can connect with their counselors in meaningful ways, especially during challenging times like a pandemic.

Response to: FEMA, Utah DEM Release Inventory of Unreinforced Masonry Public School Buildings

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Jordan School District is constantly working to upgrade and retrofit older buildings to bring them up to current standards, as those standards change. We contract with an outside engineering firm, which conducts regular evaluations to determine the seismic upgrade needs in our buildings. The most recent Tier One evaluations were completed on four of the schools in September, 2021. Evaluations on the remaining schools listed are in the process of being completed.

  • According to the Utah Department of Emergency Management, actual presence on the inventory list released today, does not indicate an imminent failure of the building. There are many factors involved in the ultimate outcome of, or impact, to a building in a seismic event.
  • Seismic assessments are always a part of renovation projects in Jordan School District schools, such as the most recent project completed at Bingham High School. West Jordan Middle School was re-built for seismic safety.
  • We are currently in the process of doing updated, in-depth seismic evaluations based on current standards, rather than relying on the older evaluations, (released today) many of which were completed in the 1990’s.

We appreciate the Utah Department of Emergency Management and FEMA’s efforts to better understand where their time, and resources in particular, can be utilized to help make all schools in Utah as safe as possible.

Student and staff safety is a top priority in Jordan School District.

If you have a question regarding a specific building, email your name and phone number to this address dave.rostrom@jordandistrict.org and we will contact you.

Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School Hosting Virtual Kindergarten Parent Information Meetings

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Are you interested in online learning options for your kindergarten student? Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary school is hosting two informational kindergarten registration meetings for parents to learn more about the schools. Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School is a tuition-free online school for all K-6 students in Utah. Additionally, students may participate in optional "peak time" learning providing in-person, hands-on learning in Science, STEM, PE, or the Arts two times a week. The virtual meeting times are: February 10, from 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm February 11, from 11:30 am -12:00 pm You can log onto zoom with the following link. tinyurl.com/2p8kzmpv or use the QR Code in the flyer. Are you interested in online learning options for your kindergarten student? Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary school is hosting two informational kindergarten registration meetings for parents to learn more about the school.

Rocky Peak Virtual Elementary School is a tuition-free online school for all K-6 students in Utah. Additionally, students may participate in optional “peak time” learning providing in-person, hands-on learning in Science, STEM, PE, or the Arts two times a week.

The virtual meeting times are:

  • February 10, from 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
  • February 11, from 11:30 am -12:00 pm

You can log onto zoom with the following link. tinyurl.com/2p8kzmpv or use the QR Code in the flyer.

Oquirrh Hills Middle Principal is Honored by Utah Music Educators Association

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Picture of Mrs. Hunter with music teachersShe is committed to making sure every student has the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of an excellent performing arts program. That is just one reason why Oquirrh Hills Middle School Principal Donna Hunter is being recognized as this year’s “Outstanding Administrator” by the Utah Music Educators Association. Mrs. Hunter received the award over the weekend. It is given to a public school administrator who demonstrates commitment and support of music education in schools.

Mrs. Hunter says as a child she had the opportunity to take accordion, violin and piano lessons, even enjoyed participating in 8th grade Girls’ Glee, experiences she remembers well. Mrs. Hunter says in order for teachers to do their best in the classroom, they must receive support from administrators.

Congratulations, Mrs. Hunter, on this well-deserved award and recognition.

Thanks to Oquirrh Hills Middle School music teachers Eric Perkins, Sarah Arnesen and Ellen Battenfield for nominating your amazing principal for this prestigious award.

Jordan School District Teacher Receives Top State Honor for Community Service

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Picture of Trudy PecorelliJoin us in congratulating Trudy Pecorelli who was named the 2022 Carl Perkins Service Award winner at the Utah ACTE Conference over the weekend.

This award recognizes individuals who have used CTE to make a significant impact on their community and demonstrated leadership in programs and activities that promote student involvement in community service.

As part of the CTE family, Ms. Pecorelli currently teaches introduction to Health Science, EMR, Aerobics, Yoga, Driver’s Education and she is an Assistant Girls Golf Coach. She is the HOSA co-advisor for the Riverton chapter and serves on the Utah HOSA State Committee.

Ms. Pecorelli received her Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license in 2019, which has fueled her passion to help people help others.

We are thrilled to see such an amazing educator receive this honor. Keep up the great work Ms. Pecorelli, we are proud!