Please join us in congratulating West Jordan High School’s Alyse Almond on an amazing achievement. This dedicated Jordan School District educator has joined the ranks of National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) around the country, truly demonstrating a dedication to her craft.

National Board Certification is a rigorous process that reinforces high standards, a commitment to excellence in teaching and elevating the teaching profession. These teachers continue to change the way students learn and they help students reach their highest potential.

National Board Certification is the most respected professional certification in K-12 education. It means that teachers have met the profession’s highest standards for accomplished practice.

Congratulations, Alyse Almond! We are proud of your accomplishments.

JATC North and South Campuses were crowded with students and families who arrived looking to learn more about the many programs offered at each location. Thanks to everyone who attended the JATC Open House. It was a chance to explore career pathways in everything from Aviation Science, Computer Programming, Criminal Justice, Fire Science, Dental Assistant, Digital Media and more.

If you were not able to attend the JATC Open House, you can still explore the many educational options by visiting jordantech.org.

It was a fun night for members of the community to come together and explore a wide variety of job opportunities in Jordan School District. The “Jordan Job Fair” showcased current job openings at every school and department throughout JSD. Principals, administrators and other staff were on hand to answer questions and meet potential job candidates.

Thank you to everyone who attended and to everyone involved in organizing and supporting the “Jordan Job Fair.” If you missed the job fair and would still like to apply for a job in one of our schools or departments, please visit employment.jordandistrict.org

We hope to hear from you soon!

She is described as a teacher who puts in endless hours to make lessons and learning engaging for her students. Because of her hard work, passion, and inspiring students to succeed, Joel P. Jensen teacher Mandy Truscott has been named the latest “Most Valuable Educator” and was honored during Monday night’s NBA game between the Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets.

Mrs. Truscott was surprised by the honor and received a personalized Utah Jazz jersey and a $1,000 classroom grant from Instructure, the parent company of Canvas.

The nomination said Mrs. Truscott puts in countless hours to help her students improve their reading skills. She teaches remedial reading classes and each year her students average about three years’ worth of growth in their test scores.

Mrs. Truscott was not only a special guest at Monday night’s NBA game, she will attend an awards dinner with the Jazz and Instructure at the end of the season.

Congratulations, Mrs. Truscott! Keep up the great work, you make the District and your students proud.