West Jordan Middle School Shows the Love for Resource Officer Chris Reyes

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It was a big surprise and an even bigger show of love and support for West Jordan Middle School Resource Officer Chris Reyes. The school’s faculty, staff, and students honored Detective Reyes with a well-kept secret, surprising him at a school awards assembly. On stage, in front of a packed auditorium, Detective Reyes was told he was being charged (in a good way) with committing big acts of kindness, being responsive and always available to support any situation at the school, being a friend to all, being overall amazing, and always keeping students safe.

West Jordan City Mayor Dirk Burton and members of the West Jordan Police Department were on hand, along with Jordan School District Safety Coordinator Matt Alvernaz, to applaud Detective Reyes and show their support for all he does as a Resource Officer at West Jordan Middle.

Congratulations, Detective Chris Reyes, thank you for all you do to protect and serve students, teachers, staff, and the West Jordan Middle Community.

Supercast Episode 247: A College Degree Before Graduating High School? How it Happened for Some Jordan PREP Students

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Superintendent with PREP graduatesThey walked and received a one-year college degree before stepping onto the stage to receive their high school diplomas.

On this episode of the Supercast, meet some incredibly smart and driven students in what is called the Jordan PREP program. Find out how dedicating their summers to a rigorous academic mathematics program starting in sixth-grade, propelled the students to college success, while they were still in high school.

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

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It 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. It was a special reunion and it meant a lot to the graduates and teachers who played such a big part in their early education and lives.

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!

Jordan Education Foundation Recognizes 2024 “Outstanding Education Support Professionals”

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Picture of ESP award winnersPlease join us in congratulating the 2024 Jordan Education Foundation “Outstanding Education Support Professionals.” They were honored at the Board of Education meeting for their hard work, kindness, and always going above and beyond supporting students, staff, parents, and patrons in Jordan School District.

We are extremely proud of our valued Education Support Professionals and this year’s JEF award winners. Congratulations to the following:

  • Gerard Doornbos, Facility Maintenance Senior Technician in Auxiliary Services
  • Melissa Eliason, Student Support Services at Kauri Sue Hamilton School
  • Kira Frischknecht, Wellness Room Assistant at Riverton Elementary School
  • Makenzie Fuller, Instructional Assistant at Herriman Elementary School
  • Matt Gates, Technology Support Technician at South Jordan Middle School
  • Deidre Griggs, Head Secretary at Westland Elementary School
  • Janie Hyde, Administrative Assistant Student Support Services
  • Andrew Minardi, Head Custodian in Transportation
  • Stacy Peterson, Administrative Assistant at Fort Herriman Middle School
  • Jodi Spencer, Opportunities Coordinator at South Valley School
  • Lauri Spitzenberger, Technology & Education Specialist in Custodial/Energy Services
  • Becca Janis, Special Educator, Early Intervention at Jordan Child Development Center

Jordan School District Offers FREE Hot, Home-Cooked Breakfast & Lunch for Children 18 Years Old and Younger in Summer Food Service Program

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Students will have the opportunity to get free hot, home-made meals this summer as part of Jordan School District’s Summer Food Service Program. All students 18 years old and younger are welcome to enjoy the free breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday starting June 3, and continuing through August 2.

The free meals will be available at five locations:

  • Majestic Elementary School, 7430 S. Redwood Road, West Jordan
  • Heartland Elementary School, 1451 West 7000 South, West Jordan
  • Westvale Elementary School, 2300 West Gardner Lane, West Jordan
  • Columbia Elementary School, 3503 West 7800 South, West Jordan
  • Joel P. Jensen Middle School, 8105 South 3200 West

Breakfast service is from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Lunch service is from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Los estudiantes tendrán la oportunidad de recibir comidas caseras calientes gratis este verano como parte del Programa de Servicio de Alimentos de Verano del Distrito Escolar de Jordan. Todos los estudiantes de 18 años o menos pueden disfrutar del desayuno y el almuerzo gratuitos, de lunes a viernes a partir del 3 de junio y hasta el 2 de agosto.

Las comidas gratuitas estarán disponibles en cinco ubicaciones:

Escuela primaria Majestic, 7430 S. Redwood Road, West Jordan
Escuela primaria Heartland, 1451 West 7000 South, West Jordan
Escuela primaria Westvale, 2300 West Gardner Lane, West Jordan
Escuela primaria Columbia, 3503 West 7800 South, West Jordan
Escuela secundaria Joel P. Jensen, 8105 Sur 3200 Oeste

El servicio de desayuno es de 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

El servicio de almuerzo es de 11:30 a 12:30 horas.