To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, students at Foothills Elementary delivered notes of appreciation to their favorite past, present, and future teachers. Teachers were surprised as students visited their classroom with notes that read “take this to the greatest teacher on the planet,” “take this to a teacher you really want to have someday,” or “take this to the most nice, helpful grown-up at Foothills.” The simple notes were a great way for students to show gratitude for the educators who have helped shape them.

For three straight days, the atrium at Kauri Sue Hamilton School was packed as students performed in the school’s annual Spring Fling. This year, three casts and over 100 students with disabilities took the stage in a production of Disney’s Descendants: The Musical, singing “It’s Good to Be Bad” and playing the roles of the children of famous Disney villains and heroes.

The event is a highlight of the school year for parents, students, and staff. The show is a collaborative effort from every member of the staff at Kauri Sue Hamilton. A heartfelt thank you to Cassie Dibbins, the school’s incredible music therapist. Thank you to everyone who visited the school and cheered on these incredible students.

Today is National School Nurse Day, and in Jordan School District, we are taking a moment to honor the incredible professionals who stand on the front lines of student well-being every single day. They are the heartbeat of our schools and a vital safety net for students.

School nurses exude compassion, optimism, and unwavering kindness. Because of them, our students are safer, families are supported, and our communities are much healthier.

Show Your Appreciation, don’t let the day go by without saying thank you! Whether it’s a quick note, a kind email, or a heartfelt “thanks” in the hallway, make sure your school nurse knows just how much they mean to your school community.

To all JSD nurses: Thank you for everything you do!