When Matheson Jr. High English teacher Vicki Rasely challenged her students to create a project detailing what they want in their future, two brothers went full steam to learn about their interests. Tristen and Trevor Tharp both aspire to hold public office some day. After receiving their project instructions, Tristen emailed President Barack ...
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GSD artist wins 3rd place in Utah Senate Visual Arts Competition
Three Granite School District students were awarded scholarships by the Utah Senate to celebrate their participation in a statewide arts contest. Students were invited to submit artwork with images of the architectural features of the Utah State Capitol in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Capitol Rotunda building, and in salute to the ...
Olympus student wins Senate art competition, will have piece permanently on display
Alyssa Bowman’s framed watercolor painting “Capitol Hill” will have an enduring legacy inside the very building depicted on the canvas. As the first place winner of the Senate Visual Arts Scholarship Competition, Alyssa’s remarkable painting will have a permanent place in the Utah Senate suite. As an added bonus, she received a ...
Five GSD students awarded Comcast Leader & Achiever scholarships
Thirty-six high school seniors, including five from Granite School District, received scholarships from Comcast Wednesday for their exceptional leadership qualities and academic achievement. The annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership in the classroom and in the community throughout ...
GSD high school students spend day at the Capitol with Utah elected officials
Students from seven high schools in Granite School District traveled to the Utah State Capitol for an opportunity to meet face-to-face with some of Utah’s most prominent elected officials. The ‘A Day at the Capitol’ event allowed students to learn about and discuss the role of government with local and state politicians, including Governor Gary ...
Education-related bills passed during 2014 legislative session
Hundreds of bills circled through the Utah Legislature during the 2014 General Session; many of which impact public schools. Here are a few noteworthy bills that were passed during the session: SB131 Allows school community councils to use LAND Trust Program money to participate in a student leadership skills development program. The leadership ...
Student “Clean Air” projects featured at Utah Capitol
Granite School District students lent their voices about Utah’s air quality issues in the form of art, literature, and video projects during the Students Who Care about Air Anti-Idling Competition. The contest was initiated by state Rep. Patrice Arent, who was inspired by Luke Parker – a Upland Terrace Elementary student who curbed idling by ...
Governor Herbert speaks candidly with Evergreen Jr. High students
A group of Evergreen Junior High students were treated like dignitaries during a tour of the magnificent Utah Capitol building, which included a special visit with Governor Gary Herbert. Susan Root’s 7th and 8th grade social studies honors pupils were privileged to learn about Herbert’s life and gubernatorial duties firsthand on the steps of the ...