Some weeks ago Granite Peaks Lifelong Learning welcomed dozens of adult students looking to learn about the next steps toward realizing their dreams. In partnership with education and community organizations, the event provided these individuals an opportunity to learn about enrolling in higher ...
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Dozens of GSD employees celebrate career milestone
Nearly 70 Granite School District employees reached a major milestone this school year: 25 professional years in the district. These contract employees have served in various capacities, but they have all contributed to student success. Our thanks to the Cyprus High Madrigals for their incredible ...
FAFSA Completion Open House events coming to high schools
Why should you file the FAFSA? It’s the only way to apply for all federal and most states’ financial aid. Even if you have a full-ride scholarship or savings to help pay for college, filing the FAFSA is a good backup plan to cover unexpected college expenses. Beginning in October, the Utah ...
Kearns Jr. counselor named Utah School Counselor of the Year
Kearns Jr. High counselor Corianne Reynolds has been named the 2016 Junior High Utah School Counselor of the Year. Corianne has been serving as a counselor at Kearns Jr. High since 2007. She's involved with the school's AVID program, and is known for her thoughtful and caring approach to helping ...
Congratulations and best wishes to our retirees
Thank you for devoting your time and skills for the benefit of generations of students in Granite School District. Regardless of their job description, these employees have contributed to the overall mission of the district – to prepare students for college, career and life in the 21st century ...
Aviation Open House
Students and families are invited to attend an Aviation Open House on Saturday, April 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Upper Limit Aviation (619 N. 2360 West). Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, airport operators, flight attendants, military ...
Aspiring aviators receive exclusive aeronautics insight
Scores of students from across the state, including several from Granite School District, gathered at the SkyWest Hangar recently for an exclusive opportunity to take part in aviation training. The Aeronautics Education Advisory Board, led by Granite CTE specialist Donna Lloyd, organized the 4th ...
Photo Gallery: CTE Open House at the Granite Technical Institute
Scores of students and families traveled from floor-to-floor at the Granite Technical Institute to learn about the incredible array of career programs available in the district. The CTE Open House provided something captivating for just about everyone; from robot construction to medical ...
Governor selects Armstrong Academy as launching pad for statewide STEM initiative
Neil Armstrong Academy hosted Governor Gary Herbert and several prominent business and community leaders during the “STEM Utah: Curiosity Unleashed” kick off event. The $2 million media campaign will involve a series of television, radio, Internet, and billboard ads aimed at encouraging students ...
Board Report – January 7, 2014
Administrative Reports Dave Garrett, Granite School District Business Administrator, gave an audit presentation to the board. Ben Horsley, Director of Communications, presented a preview of the upcoming legislative session to the board. Board Meeting Ken Hopkins, Professional Learning ...