Distance learning has come with a bit of a learning curve for everyone, but our teachers have spent hours on end to shift the learning from the classroom to online. Although most teachers wish they could see their students in person, technologies like Zoom, Google Hangouts and Canvas still make ...
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Teacher of the Year: South Kearns first-grade teacher Sarah Wilson
“Every child can learn, and as teachers we should endeavor to help them achieve their potential." That's the teaching philosophy of South Kearns Elementary first-grade teacher Sarah Wilson, and as those who know her can attest, it's a philosophy she lives by every single day. Mrs. Wilson is the ...
Ten educators announced as Excel Award winners
The Excel Award selection committee hopped on a bus and traveled around the district to surprise educators with Granite's prestigious award. Shock, awe and gratitude flashed across the faces of the recipients, but their recognition comes as no surprise to their students and colleagues. Here are ...
Success of after school programs highlighted at Jackling Elementary
Dozens of Jackling Elementary students lately can be found in classrooms throughout the building long after school has ended. With the help of three grants – 21st Century Grant, Intergenerational Poverty Grant, and Division of Workforce Services Grant – Jackling’s after school program has helped ...
AT&T Aspire ‘flash funds’ all DonorsChoose.org projects in Salt Lake City
More than 160 teachers in Salt Lake City, including several in Granite School District, recently received funds to fulfill desired classroom projects thanks to a sizeable donation from AT&T. the DonorsChoose program allows teachers across the nation to create project requests on the ...
From the Foundation: Parking Lot Sweep & nominations for outstanding support professionals
Parking Lot Sweep Get ready for the Granite Education Foundation's Parking Lot Sweep on Friday, October 4, at the district surplus site (3180 S. Eldredge Street (340 West). Click the link below for more information. NOTE: The Sweep could potentially be cancelled in the event of inclement ...