Community Donors Help Provide Heartwarming Christmas for South Valley School Students

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It was an early Christmas thanks to donations and support from a caring community and the Jordan Education Foundation. This week, 35 South Valley School students were treated to a holiday shopping spree at Walmart in South Jordan. Each student was allowed to purchase $150.00 worth of gifts for themselves and family members. Teachers accompanied the students as they shopped, together making memories which will last for years to come.

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible, supporting students and their families who need just a little extra help over the holiday season.

This Saturday, the Jordan Education Foundation and its donors will treat 600 middle and high school students from schools throughout Jordan School District, to a holiday shopping spree at Walmart. It is the 10th year of “Christmas for Kids,” and we cannot thank donors enough for their generosity and kindness, helping students and their families find joy, happiness, and some special gifts under the tree this holiday season.

Students Learn About Kwanzaa and Other Traditions They Celebrate During December

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Students learning about KwanzaaDecember is a month of many celebrations and one of them, which students at Aspen Elementary recently learned about, is Kwanzaa. It is a holiday celebrated every year from December 26 through January 1, and it’s a week of festivities honoring African American culture and heritage. Friends and family gather each day to give thanks, exchange gifts, and share feasts.

Jordan School District Language and Culture Services Director Michelle Love-Day spent time teaching Aspen Elementary students about Kwanzaa and how families who celebrate often wear traditional African clothing during that week. African artwork is often displayed in homes, and on the last day of Kwanzaa, families celebrating the holiday enjoy a big feast! There are seven principles of Kwanzaa, among them, unity and self-determination.

It was also an opportunity for students to share stories about their own cultural backgrounds and traditions.v

Herriman High Boys Cross Country Team Makes History at Nike Cross Nationals, Riverton High Places in Top Ten

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Nike Crossnationals National Champions HerrimanThey raced to the finish line making history as the first Utah team ever to take home the first-place title at the Nike Cross Nationals in Portland, Oregon. Congratulations to the Herriman High School Boys Cross Country team for edging out 22 other teams from across the United States, securing the first-place win.

The school and community gathered with great pride to give the team a warm welcome home following their amazing accomplishment.

Riverton placed in the top ten at the Nike Cross Nationals, doing an incredible job competing as well.

We are extremely proud of these talented Jordan School District athletes and their coaches, for the inspiration they bring to others.

Students and Staff Get a Lesson in Life and Art from Local Dance Group

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The hip-hop dance crew “1520 ARTS” performed and educated students at Westvale Elementary during an assembly. “1520 ARTS” is a non-profit organization that showcases Hip Hop arts as a viable path to success in life and art through practice, performance, and education. Students and staff were allowed to show off their dancing skills during the assembly.

Thank you to “1520 ARTS” for stopping by Westvale to allow students to unite and learn through art.

Jordan School District Students Kick Off Holiday Season by Giving Back

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Every year during the holiday season, students throughout Jordan School District give back to their communities by raising money for charitable causes and families in need. They not only give money, but spend countless hours finding unique ways to fundraise in hopes of making the lives of others a little better.

Thank you to all the students and staff who are dedicated to this charitable work.

Last year our high schools raised a combined $646,242.79 for their charities, simply incredible!

Here is a list of the 2023 charities for each high school this holiday season.

  • Mountain Ridge High School: For the Kids – Buying Meal Kits
  • West Jordan High School: Little Lambs Foundation for Kids
  • Bingham High School: Make-A-Wish and NixonStrong Foundation
  • Riverton High School: The Sharing Place
  • Copper Hills High School: Make-A-Wish and local families in need
  • Herriman High School: The Single Parent Project