Supercast Episode 195: Inspiring Words from the Graduating Class of 2023

Superintendent with Mountain Ridge studentsIt is a time to reflect on memories that will last a lifetime, while looking forward to the future.

On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with some members of the graduating class of 2023. Find out who inspired them to succeed and what’s next as they make new memories in their journey beyond high school.


High Fives for West Jordan High School Seniors During Inspirational “Graduation Walk”

Graduation WalkIt was a fun and somewhat emotional walk down memory lane for West Jordan High School seniors the day before graduation. The students participated in a “Graduation Walk,” where they walked up and down the halls of their former elementary and middle schools greeting students and connecting with former teachers.

The graduates also use the walk to inspire and encourage younger students to take advantage of their educational opportunities and dream big for a bright future.

Thanks for the inspiration West Jordan High seniors!

Summer Food Service Program: Free Meals for Kids 18-Years-Old and Younger

Three students eating lunchJordan School District is once again offering a Summer Food Service Program by participating in the USDA’s Seamless Summer Option (SSO).

This program provides nutritious meals free of charge for kids 18-years-old and younger from Monday, June 5 through Friday, August 4. ***There will be no meal service on June 19, July 4, and July 24.

Free meals will be provided to all children 18-years-old and younger at the sites and times as follows:

  • Columbia Elementary, 3505 W 7800 S, West Jordan
  • Heartland Elementary, 1451 W 7000 S, West Jordan
  • Majestic Elementary, 7430 S Redwood Road, West Jordan
  • Oquirrh Elementary, 7165 S Paddington Road, West Jordan
  • South Valley School, 8400 S Redwood Road, West Jordan

**Breakfast service for all sites: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
** Lunch service for all sites: 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.


Programa de servicio de alimentos de verano: comidas gratis para niños de 18 años y menores

El Distrito Escolar de Jordan ofrece una vez más un Programa de Servicio de Alimentos de Verano al participar en la Opción de Verano Sin Costuras (SSO) del USDA.

Este programa ofrece comidas nutritivas sin cargo para niños de 18 años y menores desde el lunes 5 de junio hasta el viernes 4 de agosto. ***No habrá servicio de comidas el 19 de junio, el 4 de julio y el 24 de julio.

Se proporcionarán comidas gratuitas a todos los niños menores de 18 años en los sitios y horarios de la siguiente manera:

  • Escuela Primaria Columbia, 3505 W 7800 S, West Jordan
  • Escuela Primaria Heartland, 1451 W 7000 S, West Jordan
  • Escuela Primaria Majestic, 7430 S Redwood Road, West Jordan
  • Escuela Primaria Oquirrh, 7165 S Paddington Road, West Jordan
  • Escuela South Valley, 8400 S Redwood Road, West Jordan

**Servicio de desayuno para todos los sitios: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
** Servicio de almuerzo para todos los sitios: 11:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m.

South Valley Students Have Fun with Friends Celebrating End of School Year

Bubble games.It was a day to cherish precious memories of the past year and look forward to what lies ahead. South Valley School students spent a morning full of fun at their End of the Year Social. Students enjoyed yearbook signing, snow cones, popcorn, bubble games, four square, sidewalk chalk and had a lunch of burgers and fries.

Congratulations on a successful school year South Valley Flyers! Enjoy your summer break.

Hidden Valley Middle School Teacher Receives Prestigious Statewide Award

Picture of Shawn McCleod and his awardJoin us in congratulating Hidden Valley Middle School Principal Shawn McLeod for being selected as the 2023 ResilientYOU Education Tribute Award for Outstanding Administrator in Utah!

The Education Tribute Awards are part of the annual governor-declared Resilient Utah Month in May. The award is presented as part of the statewide ResilientYOU program and recognizes individuals based on their exemplary efforts in building student resilience in their schools, homes, and communities.

Mr. McLeod was honored with other award recipients at a Salt Lake Bees game at the Smith’s Ballpark in front of more than 10,000 teachers, students and patrons.

Congratulations Mr. McCleod!