When some students at Monte Vista Elementary School realized a little girl was spending time all alone at breakfast in the cafeteria, they decided to reach out and offer their friendship. Not only did they become friends, the group of girls decided to get the little girl a gift for the holidays. They found out she loves unicorns, so out of caring and kindness, they surprised their fellow student with a fun and cuddly unicorn that, simply put, touched her heart and made her smile.

Thank you, students for showing us all the power of kindness and for being amazing role models this holiday season and beyond!

It is a holiday tradition for School Bus Santa and Mrs. Claus to show up and transport students to and from school leading up to the winter break. But this year, the Grinch joined the fun along with a Transportation elf.

Thanks to all of our school bus drivers and Transportation employees for making the season festive and for your kindness and caring for kids throughout Jordan School District.

Happy Holidays!

Every year during the holiday season, high school students throughout Jordan School District give back to their communities by raising money for charitable causes and families in need. They not only give money, but spend countless hours finding unique ways to fundraise in hopes of making the lives of others a little better.

Thank you to all the students and staff who are dedicated to this charitable work.

• Bingham High School – Raised $75,852 for “Project Strong”
• Copper Hills High School – Raised $87,513 for “Make-A-Wish Utah” and Christmas for local families
• Herriman High School – Raised $145,496 for the “Nixon Strong Foundation”
• Mountain Ridge High School – Raised $79,148 with an additional $25,000 from a private donor for the “Angel’s Hands Foundation”
• Riverton High School – Raised $194,000 for the “Single Parent Project”
• West Jordan High School – Raised $35,085 for “Ethan’s Super Angels”

It is a community effort like no other bringing hundreds of brand-new beds to students and families going without this winter season. The project, supported by local businesses and sponsored by the Jordan Education Foundation is called “BED’R HOMES FOR KIDS.” The goal is to provide 200 new twin beds, bedding and pillows for deserving students and families who find themselves struggling, often with homelessness.

Jordan Education Foundation Executive Director Mike Haynes, says “When kids have the essentials of life at home, they are better prepared to be successful students.” Getting beds to students who may have never had one, will give them a chance at a good night’s sleep and help them to better concentrate in class at school.

Thank you to everyone involved in this project to improve the lives of local students and families in our area.