Jordan Education Foundation Celebrates Generosity of Donors

Picture of Superintendent speaking at donor luncheonIt was a day to celebrate everyone who supports students, teachers, and education by donating to and being involved with the Jordan Education Foundation. The Foundation held its annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon at the JATC South in Riverton. Guests were able to visit a variety of educational booths, which featured different programs donors support, programs that make a big difference in the lives of students and teachers.

The theme of the luncheon was “The Power of Connection.” JEF Executive Director Mike Haynes made the opening remarks welcoming everyone, thanking donors for using the power of connection to unite as a community supporting students, teachers, classrooms, staff, and a growing number of refugee families throughout Jordan School District. Superintendent Anthony Godfrey and JEF Board President Dawn Ramsey also talked about the important work donors support and the difference they make in education.

A sincere thank you to everyone using “The Power of Connection” to better the lives and education of students in Jordan School District!

Election of Officers and Oath of Office for Board of Education Members

Current Board member Tracy Miller (District 3), along with new Board members Brian Barnett (District 2) and Lisa Dean (District 7) officially took the Oath of Office and were sworn in for a four-year term Tuesday evening. Salt Lake County Clerk Lannie Chapman administered the Oath. Friends, family, local elected officials and members of the community were on hand to congratulate the Board members on their election and willingness to serve on behalf of Jordan School District.

The election of Board officers was also held with Tracy Miller elected Board President, Niki George, First Vice President, and Darrell Robinson, Second Vice President.

Congratulations!

Recognizing the Work of School Resource Officers on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Photo Collage for National Law Enforcement Day Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. It is an opportunity to thank law enforcement officers for their service and the important work they do in our communities each and every day throughout the year.

It is also an opportunity to thank school resource officers for the role they play in our schools, serving as important bridges between youth, law enforcement, and the communities they serve.

Our resource officers improve security within our schools and on school grounds, building trust between students and law enforcement.

Thank you to the men and women who serve and protect.

Copper Hills High Students Work with West Jordan City Renaming Street

It was an exciting day for students at Copper Hills High School. They have been working with West Jordan City in an effort to rename the street in front of CHHS from New Bingham Highway to Copper Hills Parkway. The effort turned into something of a civics lesson for students who learned how to work with city government to get things done.

The school community is extremely excited about the change, which will recognize and honor the long history of Copper Hills High School and its surrounding areas.

Thanks to West Jordan City Mayor Dirk Burton, members of the West Jordan City Council, and others who helped to make the name change a reality and were on hand to celebrate the occasion.

The CHHS pep band was also a part of the ceremony playing music, along with the Madrigals singing the school song as they unveiled the new street sign.

Supercast Episode 174: Bingham High Students Get Creative in Marketing Competition Called “Miner Tank”

Superintendent with Miner Tank participantsIt was a real-life lesson in creating and marketing a new business. Some Bingham High School students partnered with entrepreneurs in the community to compete in something called “Miner Tank,” based on the reality TV show “Shark Tank.”

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside Andrea Call’s CTE Business and Marketing class, where four groups of students competed to get financial backing for their business ideas which included “Germ a Phone,” “My Creature Teacher,” “Dock Hero,” and “Demon Time.” Find out which potential business was deemed best and scored some big financial backing.