School Physical Therapist Uses Fun Costumes to Connect with Kids in His Care

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Superintendent with Mitch GibsonSupercast Episode 321
He works tirelessly to improve the motor skills and mobility of students, so they can get the most out of their education and all the fun activities that go along with it.

On this episode of the Supercast, we meet Jordan School District physical therapist Mitch Gibson. Hear why Mitch is considered quite the character, dressing up in fun and creative costumes as a way to connect with students in his care. It is the story of a physical therapist going above and beyond every day to ensure student success in and outside of the classroom.

Majestic Elementary Students Parade and Dance at Gardner Village

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The witches were out at Gardner Village, and they were joined by miniature superheroes, zombies, and princesses from Majestic Elementary Arts Academy. The school held its annual Halloween parade at Gardner Village, winding through the shops and over the bridges to the delight of the parents and patrons in attendance.

The parade was led by a pair of witches in residence at the historic site and the students were also joined by officers from the West Jordan Police Department. The grand finale was a zombie dance party that had the witches, Principal Johansen, WJPD, and all the students moving.

Thank you to Gardner Village for hosting Majestic students for a bewitchingly fun Halloween parade.

Jordan School District Board of Education Celebrates West Hills Middle School

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It was a night to celebrate and applaud the many great things happening with students and staff at West Hills Middle School. At the recent Jordan School District Board of Education meeting, Ashlyn Strasser, a student body officer at West Hills Middle, talked about the pride students and staff take in West Hills Middle School. Ashlyn said everyone is embracing a new campaign at the school this year called “No One Sits Alone.” She said it is a campaign designed to help all students feel welcome at West Hills, encouraging them to make new friends in places like the lunchroom.

Ashlyn also expressed appreciation for the no cellphone policy which she said is helping students have more face-to-face conversations and is resulting in fewer distractions in the classroom. Ashlyn concluded by talking about efforts on the part of West Hills to post positive stories on social media, helping to build connections and making students feel a part of the school.

The West Hills choir performed a selection under the direction of choir teacher Michael Draut.

West Hills students were invited to shake hands with Board members at the end of their presentation. Keep up the great work students and staff at West Hills Middle.

Copper Canyon Gets Into Halloween Spirit

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The Halloween festivities have started early this week at Copper Canyon Elementary School. Spooky and fun activities were around every corner during the school’s Halloween Carnival. The fun and games ranged from bowling and pin the eyeball on the zombie, to candy corn toss and a monster dance party. 

The hallways at Copper Canyon are also lined with the school’s annual pumpkin decorating contest. The painted and bedazzled pumpkins ranged from fun to spooky, with the gourds transforming into monsters, heroes, donuts, and more. 

Have a fun and safe Halloween, Copper Canyon students!