Ridge View Elementary School 6th Grade Students Amazing in “Shrek The Musical, Jr.”

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Students performingBig talent was on display on stage at Ridge View Elementary School as 6th grade students sang and danced their hearts out in an amazing production of “Shrek The Musical, Jr.” In the show, everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. The cast, music, and choreography were delightful in a fun filled show for the whole family. The stage set and props were also amazing.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the production from the cast, crew, Ridge View teachers and staff, along with parents and Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning. Bravo everyone!

Supercast Episode 193: Students Step Back in Time Thanks to Passionate Teacher

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Superintendent with WWII historiansIt looked like a scene straight out of an old movie. We’re talking about World War II Day at West Jordan High School.

On this episode of the Supercast, find out why history teacher Alyse Almond is so passionate about the past and preserving American military history. She is giving students a life-like history lesson, with the help of World War II historians, hoping to let veterans know kids today do care about the stories of those who served our country and sacrificed so much.

Congratulations Jordan School District 2023 Class of Retirees

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Retirement dinnerIt was a special night as the Jordan School District Board of Education honored members of the 2023 class of retirees. The Board sponsored a special dinner for retirees and recognized the various employee groups, thanking them for their years of service supporting students and education in the District. South Jordan Middle School teacher Lauryn Macedone performed, singing several beautiful numbers, accompanied by her husband James on guitar.

This year, Lynda Peterson is the longest serving retiree with 44 years working in Jordan School District as a teacher. The 2023 class of retirees spent a total of 2,167 years in education.

Congratulations and thank you for your dedication and countless years of service! Your hard work serving students throughout Jordan School District has made a lasting impression on young lives. Best of luck in your retirement.

Commemorating 41 Years of Memories at West Jordan Elementary School

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West Jordan Elementary Closing Event FlyerWest Jordan Elementary School opened its doors in 1982 and over the years has created lasting and magical memories for students, teachers, staff, and parents who have been part of the legacy. Now it’s time to share memories with all current students and alumni at the school’s closing event. The event will feature food trucks, a memory wall in the gym, a photo booth wall, face paintings, and free commemorative buttons for the first 1500 guests. Join us in celebrating West Jordan Elementary School’s 41 years of service to the community.

The closing event is this Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at West Jordan Elementary School.

Bingham High Students Write Thousands of Heartfelt Cards of Thanks to Teachers, Expressing Their Appreciation

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BHS student lettersThey are heartfelt messages of appreciation written by students throughout Bingham High for every single teacher at the school. During a recent “Teacher Appreciation Week” breakfast, Principal Rodney Shaw and other members of his team, surprised teachers by delivering the hand-written, personalized cards to every educator in the room.

Students decided which teacher or teachers to whom they wanted to send a message of thanks and appreciation. Some teachers received dozens of cards. Students wrote a total of 3,300 personalized cards to let teachers know how much of an impact they have on the lives of students at Bingham High.

Way to go Bingham High School students!