Community Partners Volunteer to Set Up New Innovations Lab at Juniper Elementary

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Employees of the Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth, America First Credit Union, and Jordan School District rolled up their sleeves and got to work getting the Innovation Lab at Juniper Elementary School up and running. This new space will contain everything from 3D printers to stop motion cameras, transforming a classroom into a digital learning laboratory where students can be creative and develop new skills. 

The group of volunteers spent their morning cleaning the classroom, painting the walls, and unboxing equipment and supplies to set up the room. The new lab will be housed at Juniper Elementary but used by classes in fourth, fifth, and sixth grade from across the District. 

Thank you to the Jazz, Mammoth, and America First Credit Union for their help in creating an amazing learning environment for students of Jordan School District.

Jordan School District Educators Connect and Collaborate on New “Portrait of a Graduate” at Annual Training

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Jordan School District Professional Development Day Thousands of Jordan School District teachers returned from summer break to a day of professional development aimed at preparing them for the 2025-26 school year. The districtwide event focused on collaboration and equipping educators with new tools and strategies.

In the morning, teachers selected from a variety of keynote speakers who addressed topics ranging from artificial intelligence and building student confidence to reconnecting with students and bridging the gap between educational theory and classroom practice.

The afternoon session introduced the District’s new “Portrait of a Graduate,” a key initiative designed to shape students’ academic and personal growth. Educators participated in sessions to understand and implement this new framework.

Thank you to all the educators for participating in this important professional development day and making their return to start the 2025-26 school year one to remember. The day’s events underscore the District’s commitment to supporting its teachers and ensuring a strong start to the academic year.

Salt Lake Bees Honor Jordan School District Teacher and Students at Baseball Games

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It was a great week for baseball at The Ballpark at America First Square last week, and Jordan School District was given special pregame honors before three Salt Lake Bees games. Mountain Ridge High School choir director Kelly DeHaan threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Thursday’s game. The Bees celebrated Mr. DeHaan for being named the 2024-25 Jordan School District Teacher of the Year.

Before the games on Wednesday and Friday night, Jordan District Unified Sports athletes Israel Ramirez Castillo and Cole Wilson delivered the game ball to the mound. Israel is a proud West Jordan Jaguar that never stops smiling. Cole is known at Riverton High School for lighting up every room he walks into. Both Israel and Cole serve on the Unified Sports Youth Advisory Committee for the Special Olympics of Utah.

Congratulations to Kelly, Israel, and Cole, and thank you to the Salt Lake Bees for the recognition.

Welcome Back Jordan School District Educators

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Teachers across Jordan School District are setting up their classrooms and getting ready for the new school year to start next week. They are transforming their classrooms into vibrant learning environments. This week of preparation is a vital part of the educational process. Educators are collaborating, participating in professional development, and ensuring they are ready to meet the needs of every student.

The first day of school for students is just around the corner, with high school students starting on August 19 and elementary and middle school students beginning on August 20.

Until then, we extend our gratitude to all Jordan School District teachers for their dedication and hard work. Their efforts today will shape the futures of our students tomorrow.

Mascots, Music, Cheerleaders, Students, and Principal’s Welcome 300 Brand New Teachers to Jordan School District in Energy Filled Event

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It was a fun and energy filled welcome for 300 new teachers beginning their careers in Jordan School District. A drum line, school mascots, cheerleaders, students, plenty of principals and administrators were on hand to greet the new teachers as they walked the welcome path into Bingham High School for new teacher induction training and celebrations.

This year, Jordan School District received dozens of applications for every single teaching position posted. Jordan School District Superintendent Anthony Godfrey said, “We are attracting more and more candidates every year and cannot wait to see what they will accomplish in Jordan School District.”

Welcome new teachers! Have a fantastic and successful school year.