These professionals served as teachers, principals, administrators, office professionals, support staff, bus drivers, custodians, maintenance staff, counselors, and many other positions in the district. We are so grateful for their years of service in helping to prepare students for college, career and life. Best wishes for the future! ...
2019
Granger Elementary Teacher Wins UEA/dōTERRA Excellence in Teaching Award
Granger Elementary sixth-grade teacher Charlie Bell is among 10 educators statewide to receive the 2019 UEA/dōTERRA Excellence in Teaching Award. It's a great honor for an outstanding teacher. Here's an excerpt from his award profile: With more than 24 years of teaching under his belt, Charlie Bell is a well-seasoned educator with a strong ...
Nine Granite Students Earn Highest Marks in Sterling Scholar Program
Another year, another impressive result for Granite students in the State Sterling Scholar competition. These students exemplify excellence in scholarship, leadership and citizenship. The Sterling Scholar program was developed by The Deseret News and KSL Broadcasting Group to recognize outstanding high school seniors in Utah. Every high school ...
GSD Student, Educators Receive ‘Best of South Salt Lake’ Award
Mayor Cherie Wood recently honored individuals and families with the Best of South Salt Lake 2019 Awards, including some great folks from Granite School District. Cottonwood High student Abdul Bari Ayubi was named the Young Leader of the Year. Michelle Love-Day, Granite School District associate director of Educational Equity, was named ...
2019 Excel Award Recipients Announced
This year Granite Education Foundation celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Excel Award - an annual recognition of nine outstanding teachers and one outstanding administrator in Granite School District. It's tradition for the winners to be surprised in their classrooms by Superintendent Bates, Granite Education Foundation, and other special ...
Board Report – December 2017
Administrative Reports David Garrett, Business Administrator, and representatives from LewisYoung gave a report on the results of recent bond sales (not related to the 2017 bond election), which received high ratings from Fitch Ratings. For more information contact Business Services at 385-646-4594. Ben Horsley, Director of Communications, ...
Board Report – March 2017 Study Session
The March 2017 Study Session of the Granite School District Board of Education included the following items: Purchase Order - Freezer Modification at Central Kitchen Action Item The board approved the 2018-2019 School Calendar (Option B, Proposal 3). View the original calendar options here. Study Session Items Ben Horsley, Director ...
Board Report – March 2017
Administrative Report Doug Larson, Director of Policy & Legal Services, led a discussion on board of education policies and administrative practices. Board Meeting Reverence - West Lake STEM Vocal Ensemble Recognition The board recognized UHSAA Academic All State recipients for winter sports. Consent ...
Board Report – December 2016
Administrative Reports Tammie Bostick-Cooper of Utah Clean Cities Coalition commended the board for Granite's efforts to be a 100 percent idle-free district. Larry Shumway of Art Works for Kids presented a report on the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program in Granite schools. Representatives presented the board with original artwork ...