Students Enjoy the Greatest Crunch on Earth During Apple Crunch Day

Posted on

Students, teachers, and staff, enjoyed a sweet treat before heading out for fall break. They got to bite into a delicious apple, celebrating “Apple Crunch Day,” a little bit early.

Each October, schools across Utah celebrate National Farm to School Month by crunching into Utah-grown apples. “Apple Crunch Day” is a way to get students excited about delicious local produce, help them understand where their food comes from, and a way to support local farmers.

This year the 35,000 apples served up for “Apple Crunch Day” in Jordan School District came from Pyne Farms in Santaquin, Utah. We hope everyone enjoyed their healthy snack, biting into a crisp, juicy apple with fellow students and staff.

Police K9 Unit Inspires Students with Interactive Demonstration

Posted on

West Jordan Police Department’s K9 Unit showcased their officers and canine companions’ training and skills to a 7th grade CTE class at West Hills Middle School. Officers demonstrated how they create a bond with the dogs and train them to work alongside their human counterparts to assist in various law enforcement tasks like detecting concealed substances, finding missing persons, subduing dangerous individuals, and clearing buildings. During the presentation, students could ask questions and witness how the K9s are used in everyday law enforcement activities.

Thank you to the West Jordan Police Department’s K9 Unit officers and their canine companions for creating a meaningful educational experience for Jordan School District students.

K9 Officers with West Jordan City Police

Celebrating National School Lunch Week

Posted on

It is always fun to be in our school cafeterias, but this week there is even more fun to go along with the great food. That’s because this is National School Lunch Week, a time to celebrate the delicious and nutritious meals served up every day by our amazing school lunch staff. The theme for this week is “School Lunch Pirates, Find Your Treasure.” At Ridge View Elementary School they are embracing the theme with lunch workers dressed up as pirates, inviting students to walk the plank to get meals with pirate themed names.

Jordan School District cafeterias serve more than 30,000 meals every single day thanks to the dedication and hard work of 500 cafeteria employees. Fresh bread and desserts are made from scratch, as well as lasagna, chili, chicken enchiladas, even calzones. The most popular menu items are mandarin orange chicken, pizza, and corn dogs.

Thanks to our great cafeteria workers for making every day such a wonderful dining experience for students, teachers, staff, and parents!

Supercast Episode 267: What Is a Hoax Threat and How Can People Help Police Stop Them from Spreading & Impacting Our Schools

Posted on

Superintendent with Lieutenant Jeremy Barnes and Matt AlvernazThey have been circulating throughout the State since the start of the school year, impacting schools, causing fear and anxiety, and leaving people wondering what to do.

On this episode of the Supercast, we are talking with Lieutenant Jeremy Barnes of the Utah Department of Public Safety. He’ll talk with us about threats that turn out to be a hoax, the impact they have on schools, and what we can do to properly report them and make sure that they don’t create unnecessary panic. He’ll also talk about why it’s important to take every threat seriously.

Supercast Episode 266: Herriman High School Latinos in Action Celebrate Culture with Service Projects, Community Connections, and Amazing Achievements

Posted on

Superintendent with HHS Latinos in ActionThey are students on a mission to empower Latino youth to be college and career ready through culture, service, leadership, and excellence in education.

On this episode of the Supercast, we head to Herriman High School to find out what Latinos in Action are doing to recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month. Hear how they make a positive impact in the school and the broader community during, not just one month, but throughout the entire school year.