Foothills Elementary “Milky Way Math” Story Brings Home an Emmy for KSL-TV

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It was a sweet story that KSL TV reporter Alex Cabrero and photographer John Wilson covered to perfection. So much so, they won a regional Rocky Mountain Emmy award.

Alex and John made a visit to Foothills Elementary School to see how 6th grade teacher Dhylan Meyer was making math fun for students in his classroom. You see, Mr. Meyer decided to challenge students to determine how many Milky Way bars students had donated to Principal Abe Yospe after Halloween. Mr. Yospe asked for any leftovers, because it is his favorite candy bar. A mountain of Milky Ways were soon piled high on a table in the principal’s office, but no one knew exactly how many.

So, using a little geometry and some rather complicated math calculations, Mr. Meyer’s students went to work and the number they arrived at was 3,173 Milky Way bars in the principal’s office. The student math was just five candy bars off the mark. There were actually 3,178 candy bars.

Congratulations to KSL TV for winning an Emmy! And way to go Foothills for making math fun.

South Valley Students and Staff Show Fox 13 Why They Are a “Cool School”

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South ValleFox 13 at South Valley Schooly School earned the title of Fox 13’s “Cool School of the Week.” Good Day Utah’s Darienne DeBrule spent the morning at the school, experiencing the programs offered and how they impact students and their families. She also saw firsthand why South Valley’s students are such inspiring and tenacious learners.

Way to go, South Valley School! You are a Cool School!

Big Surprise for Special Education Teacher and Students at Mountain Creek Middle School

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It was music to the ears of special education teacher Karlee English at Mountain Creek Middle School when the Jordan Education Foundation marched into her classroom with the gift of music.

Ms. English started a ‘United Sound’ program at the school, which is a band consisting of students with special needs, paired with peer tutors who teach them how to play instruments. But Ms. English had a bit of a problem. She didin’t have enough instruments to go around for the band. So, the Jordan Education Foundation, partnering with the local Legacy Retirement Communities, decided to step in and solve the problem. They showed up with a number of different instruments for the students, everything from violins, to trumpets, flutes, and clarinets.

Ms. English and her students were beyond excited and grateful for the generous gift. In fact, Karlee said her students with special needs simply being able to make a sound on an instrument changes them, and being part of ‘United Sound’ is having a huge impact on their lives.

A big thanks to the Jordan Education Foundation for supporting students in the classroom and always looking out for their needs, helping them succeed.

Election of Officers and Oath of Office for Board of Education Members

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Current Board members Bryce Dunford (District 5), Darrell Robinson (District 1), and Niki George (District 6), along with new Board members Suzanne Wood (District 3), and Erin Barrow (District 4), officially took the Oath of Office and were sworn in for a four-year term Tuesday evening.

Salt Lake County Chief Deputy Clerk Nikila Venugopal administered the Oath. Friends, family, and members of the community were on hand to congratulate the Board members on their election and willingness to serve on behalf of Jordan School District.

The election of Board officers was also held with Niki George elected Board President, Bryce Dunford, First Vice President, and Brian Barnett, Second Vice President.

Congratulations Board of Education members!

Copper Hills High School Sets New Record for Blood Donations

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CHHS HOSA Students The Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) at Copper Hills High School have once again showcased their commitment to community service by breaking their record for blood donations. In a remarkable display of generosity, the school collected 174 units of blood during last month’s drive, surpassing the previous record of 170 units set in May 2024. The blood drive qualifies Copper Hils High School’s HOSA students for a $900 scholarship!

These blood drives are crucial in supporting the needs of Utahns facing health crises. According to ARUP Blood Services, a minimum of 75 donors is required daily to meet the demand, with a monthly target of 2,200 units of blood needed. Each high school HOSA program within Jordan School District contributes to this vital effort by organizing blood drives for ARUP Blood Services.

A heartfelt thank you to the HOSA students and staff at Copper Hills High School for their unwavering dedication to helping others and significantly impacting lives through their blood donation initiatives.