Salvador Colorado was jogging along 3500 South when he heard panicked screams coming from an apartment building. Pausing to investigate, Salvador saw a man threatening a woman with a knife. Realizing the urgency of the situation, he decided to act. For his courage and willingness to help someone in need despite clear danger, Salvador was given ...
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Cyprus High student earns gold medal at national FCCLA meet
Cindy Torres Gutierrez had incredible success at the Family, Careers, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) national competition in Atlanta, Georgia. Cindy, a junior at Cyprus High School, competed in the area of Career Exploration, earning a coveted gold medal award for her presentation. She has plans to be a cardiac surgeon. We are so ...
Board Report & Budget Hearing – June 2018
Administration Reports Steve Hogan, Director of Planning & Boundaries, presented an initial report from the Student Population Analysis Committee regarding current boundary studies (Riverfront/Roosevelt, Bangerter Corridor, Hawaiian Streets, Arcadia Feeder Pattern, Cottonwood Reconfiguration Boundary Study). Members of the superintendency ...
Kearns High student who transformed his life named Absolutely Incredible Kid
A few years ago Keeven Wilson's future was in doubt. He had a particularly difficult home life, to the point the he and his siblings were removed from their home and parents and placed in shelter care. He rarely attended school and found himself in trouble on a few occasions. As he shouldered a past filled with trauma, success seemed ...
Granite Teacher of the Year is a remarkable educator, lizard handler
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 ...
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 ...