JATC Students Partner With ‘Slow the Flow’ for Water-Wise Project at Governor’s Mansion

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Landscape Architecture students in Jordan School District recently launched a new Profession-Based Experiences program as part of the “Governor’s Mansion Goes Waterwise” initiative.
Led by JATC South instructor Margaret Ward, students partnered with the Slow the Flow state educational program to remove grass in the park strip of the Governor’s Mansion to help conserve water. In Phase 1, students volunteered their time to plant water-wise vegetation along already installed drip irrigation lines. During Phase 2, CTE students will grow drought-tolerant plant varieties at the JATC South Greenhouse and plant them in the spring.
Great work to everyone who helped create a fun, meaningful project to get JSD CTE students involved in water conservation while learning about horticulture in semi-arid environments.

Oak Leaf Elementary Commemorates Constitution Day with Patriotic Songs and Performances

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Students at Oak Leaf Elementary celebrated America 250 and the anniversary of the United States Constitution’s signing with patriotic songs and performances. Students sang “This Land is Your Land,” “You’re A Grand Old Flag,” and “America Rocks.” Other performances included a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, a “We the People” Poem, and a reading of the Preamble to the Constitution.

Mountain Ridge High School Students and Staff Show Fox 13 Why They Are a “Cool School”

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Mountain Ridge High School earned the title of Fox 13’s “Cool School of the Week.” Good Day Utah’s Tina Giuliano spent the morning at the school, experiencing programs like DECA, the school’s daycare, science labs, and performing arts.  She also saw firsthand why Mountain Ridge High School students, educators, and staff stand out.
Way to go, Mountain Ridge High School! You are a Cool School!

Magical Classical Piano Music Inspires Students at Majestic Elementary Arts Academy

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It is a piano performance students and staff at Majestic Elementary Arts Academy won’t soon forget. That’s because they were treated to a special concert through the Gina Bachauer International Piano Foundation’s “Music-in-Our-Schools” outreach program. It is a program that brings Steinway grand pianos and world-class concert pianists directly into schools.

This performance featured award-winning pianist Misha Galant who competed as a quarterfinalist and semifinalist in the prestigious 2024 Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition. Mr. Galant’s fingers danced across the piano keys as he played classical numbers from Tchaikovsky, Schubert, and George Gershwin. Students learned that the piano can tell stories and convey emotions without lyrics. After each number, students were encouraged to ask questions about the music.

The “Music-in-Our-Schools” program introduces live classical piano music to 20,000 – 25,000 Utah students every year.

Thank you to the Gina Bachauer program and amazing pianist Misha Galant for giving Majestic Elementary Arts Academy students such a rich and memorable music experience!

JSD Native American Education Program Holds Community Night

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Jordan School District’s Native American students gathered for an evening of food, friends, fun, and community. The JSD Native American Education Program held a community night for families to connect, meet their mentors, and learn more about the program’s resources. Costa Vida Riverton and Nothing Bundt Cakes Herriman provided free dinner and dessert for attendees, while volunteers served dirty sodas, popcorn, and cotton candy.

Thank you to all the volunteers and donors who came together to support Jordan School District students!