Salt Lake Bees Honor Jordan School District Teacher and Students at Baseball Games

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It was a great week for baseball at The Ballpark at America First Square last week, and Jordan School District was given special pregame honors before three Salt Lake Bees games. Mountain Ridge High School choir director Kelly DeHaan threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Thursday’s game. The Bees celebrated Mr. DeHaan for being named the 2024-25 Jordan School District Teacher of the Year.

Before the games on Wednesday and Friday night, Jordan District Unified Sports athletes Israel Ramirez Castillo and Cole Wilson delivered the game ball to the mound. Israel is a proud West Jordan Jaguar that never stops smiling. Cole is known at Riverton High School for lighting up every room he walks into. Both Israel and Cole serve on the Unified Sports Youth Advisory Committee for the Special Olympics of Utah.

Congratulations to Kelly, Israel, and Cole, and thank you to the Salt Lake Bees for the recognition.

Welcome Back Jordan School District Educators

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Teachers across Jordan School District are setting up their classrooms and getting ready for the new school year to start next week. They are transforming their classrooms into vibrant learning environments. This week of preparation is a vital part of the educational process. Educators are collaborating, participating in professional development, and ensuring they are ready to meet the needs of every student.

The first day of school for students is just around the corner, with high school students starting on August 19 and elementary and middle school students beginning on August 20.

Until then, we extend our gratitude to all Jordan School District teachers for their dedication and hard work. Their efforts today will shape the futures of our students tomorrow.

Mascots, Music, Cheerleaders, Students, and Principal’s Welcome 300 Brand New Teachers to Jordan School District in Energy Filled Event

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It was a fun and energy filled welcome for 300 new teachers beginning their careers in Jordan School District. A drum line, school mascots, cheerleaders, students, plenty of principals and administrators were on hand to greet the new teachers as they walked the welcome path into Bingham High School for new teacher induction training and celebrations.

This year, Jordan School District received dozens of applications for every single teaching position posted. Jordan School District Superintendent Anthony Godfrey said, “We are attracting more and more candidates every year and cannot wait to see what they will accomplish in Jordan School District.”

Welcome new teachers! Have a fantastic and successful school year.

Copper Hills High Marching Band Takes the Stage Performing with National Recording Artists, “AJR”

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Superintendent with students who performed at the AJR concertSupercast Episode 309
They are internationally known recording artists who have made it to the Top Ten of Billboard’s Hot 100. The American Pop band AJR recently performed in Utah and guess what, they invited the Copper Hills High School marching band to take the stage with them.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out what the high school students are saying about their experience and this incredible opportunity of a lifetime. Then, listen as Copper Hills High takes the stage for a mic check with members of AJR prior to the big show.

 

Check out a documentary produced by Copper Hills High School about the bands experience with AJR on YouTube. 

What Did You Learn in Your Travels Spending Time with Family and Friends This Summer?

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We hope you had a chance to learn something new and fun over the summer months, in your travels or simply by staying home enjoying family, friends, and local summer celebrations.

Sunset Ridge Middle School Assistant Principal James Maughan says he was able to enjoy some pretty exciting travel. Mr. Maughan and his family accompanied his son to Paris where the University of Utah French major is about to begin a study abroad program. One fun thing Mr. Maughan learned while in Paris; the French don’t do what Americans know as “to-go” or “doggie bags” at restaurants because they want you to either take your time enjoying your meal and finish it or simply don’t over-order. He quickly learned something else, some public restrooms are available, but you have to pay for them, so Mr. Maughn learned to ask to use “les toilettes” at the places where his family was dining.

Traveling to Jamaica was another adventure for the Maughan family. In Jamaica Mr. Maughan learned several things. Jamaicans are relaxed and kind, crocodiles are scary, and due to English colonialism, people drive on the left side of the road. And, due to some poor road conditions, riding in a tour bus or van can be quite harrowing. Mr. Maughn says he recommends not riding at the front of a tour bus, because watching out the front windshield can cause severe anxiety!

We hope you learned something fun over the summer months as well and had a wonderful time doing so.