Hillside Elementary 3rd grade teacher Archer Birrell brings his bearded dragon Link along with him to faculty meetings and school activities. His love for the class pet is one of the many quirks his colleagues and students admire. But it's his genuine dedication to the profession that sets him apart. This became apparent to Hillside principal ...
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Morningside 3rd grade teacher receives UEA Excellence in Teaching Award
UEA Excellence in Teaching Awards are presented every year to Utah public school teachers whose efforts in the classroom significantly impact the life of an individual child or group of children. Morningside Elementary teacher Leandra Bambrick is one of 10 educators statewide to receive the award for 2018. Here's a sample of her award ...
South Kearns principal, Superintendent Bates honored with Changemaker award
United Way of Salt Lake announced its United for Change Changemaker award honorees for 2018, and included on the list was South Kearns Elementary principal Debbie Koji and GSD Superintendent Dr. Martin Bates. "Debbie Koji is an innovative leader, inspirational educator and tireless advocate for students and their families. Principal Koji ...
Outstanding educators, staff, volunteers, and events recognized by Region 5 PTA
Each year Region 5 PTA leadership selects a number of educators, school/district staff members, and volunteers who exemplify the PTA’s values of teamwork, advocacy, and inclusion. As with most years, Region 5 PTA leadership had a difficult time selecting the 2018 winners from a pool of highly qualified nominees. In the end, 18 awards were ...
Congratulations to the 2018 Excel Award recipients
Every year, Granite Education Foundation honors ten outstanding educators in Granite School District with the Excel Award. The recipients are nominated by colleagues, school administrators, or students. As with previous years, the 2018 Excel Award winners represent a diverse array of grade levels, experience, expertise, and style. ...
Absolutely Incredible Kid Contest
There are countless students in Granite School District who overcome significant challenges to pursue a high quality education. Some are bogged down with family financial burdens or particularly challenging circumstances. Others face physical barriers or carry the weight of emotional trauma with them to school. Yet, time and time again, Granite ...
Region 5 PTA Reflections Winners
The 2017 Region 5 PTA Reflections winners focused their artistic skills on the theme "Within Reach." Student works were represented in seven categories: Dance, Film, Music, Literature, 2D Visual Art, 3D Visual Art, and Photography. ...
$25,000 in scholarship money awarded to Taylorsville High senior
Taylorsville High senior Jobany Quiterio was awarded $25,000 in scholarship money this morning as part of Sallie Mae's Bridging the Dream Scholarship Program. He is one of five recipients nationwide selected to receive the award. "This is life changing - for me, for my family, and everyone who has supported me. I am so excited to continue my ...
Hunter High named national School of the Year for auto program
Hunter High School has been named the 2017 School of the Year by Tomorrow's Tech magazine for their outstanding automotive program. Hunter is the 10th recipient of the annual award, naming it the best technical training school in the country. “We felt Hunter High School did a great job on their entry video, showing us and telling us why they ...
Cyprus math teacher awarded Purple Heart during halftime
Many Cyprus High students knew that math teacher John Angell served in the military, but their understanding of his sacrifices was perhaps limited. That changed during a Friday night home football game when Marine Corps officers award Angell the Purple Heart. Angell served as infantryman, intelligence specialist, and night operation section ...