They were high school students already getting up close and personal hands-on experience at the Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers (JATC) in their quest to become firefighters. On this episode of the Supercast, meet some recent Jordan School District graduates who spent this past summer on the front line fighting wildland fires in Utah. ...continue reading "Episode 324: Students Go from the Classroom to the Front Line Fighting Fires in Utah"

It is a long-time tradition at Valley High School thanks to the hard work and dedication of two incredible teachers. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Valley High’s Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos celebration, a touching and colorful commemoration, remembering lost loved ones though family photos, favorite ...continue reading "Episode 323: Valley High School’s Long Time Tradition of Celebrating Day of the Dead"

When she’s not in the classrooms of her school caring for kids, one assistant principal has a unique passion, and you could say she is having a dog-gone good time pursuing that passion. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you to Elk Meadows Elementary School where we meet up with Stacie Thompson and ...continue reading "Episode 322: Assistant Principal Has Passion for Showing Rhodesian Ridgebacks"

He works tirelessly to improve the motor skills and mobility of students, so they can get the most out of their education and all the fun activities that go along with it. On this episode of the Supercast, we meet Jordan School District physical therapist Mitch Gibson. Hear why Mitch is considered quite the character, ...continue reading "Episode 321: School Physical Therapist Uses Fun Costumes to Connect with Kids in His Care"

Some classrooms on wheels are making their way to kindergarten and first-grade students throughout Jordan School District right now. The classrooms are actually big yellow school buses. On this episode of the Supercast, find out how our dedicated school bus drivers have come up with an entertaining and hands-on training course to keep kids safe ...continue reading "Episode 320: School Buses Become Safety Training Centers on Wheels"

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the many things we do as a school District to keep student data safe and protect employees and families from falling victim to phishing and other scams. On this episode, find out how partnering with parents and the community can make a big difference ...continue reading "Episode 319: How We Protect Student Data and Defend the District Against Cyber Attacks"

They work hard to safeguard the health and well-being of student athletes, focusing on injury prevention on-site during practice and games. On this episode of the Supercast, we head to Mountain Ridge High School to meet two amazing certified athletic trainers. Listen and hear about the difference they make in the lives of students in ...continue reading "Episode 318: JSD Athletic Trainers Focus on Safety First in Sports"

Could it be magic? It was something like that for an amazing Jordan School District music teacher. On this episode of the Superast, meet Riverton High’s Performing Arts Director Jason Weimer. Mr. Weimer recently received the prestigious Barry Manilow Music Teacher Award for the State of Utah. The award came with a once in a ...continue reading "Episode 317: Looks Like He Made It; Riverton High Music Teacher Receives Barry Manilow Music Award"

Teachers in Jordan School District are transforming their classrooms with more personalized, efficient, and engaging lessons than ever before, thanks in part, to the use of SchoolAI. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside an amazing classroom at Valley High School. It’s where students are thriving and the classroom experience more dynamic ...continue reading "Episode 316: Customized Learning in Our Classrooms with Teachers Using SchoolAI"

It is a ‘first-of- its-kind’ High Tech Learning Lab for elementary school students in Jordan School District made possible through a partnership with the Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth and America First Credit Union. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside the Learning Lab where students are wild with excitement over 3D printing, ...continue reading "Episode 315: Inside the Brand New “High Tech Learning Lab” Where Students are Loving Exciting Hands-On Experiences"