Our Educator of the Week is Granger High math teacher Hyrum Okeson, who chooses to look beyond a student's current situation and focuses instead on what they can become. ...
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Instilling a sense of community in students
Our Educator of the Week is Granger Elementary fifth grade teacher Lynette Weight. Lynette helps her student realize they are part of a broad community, and serves as a mentor to new teachers. ...
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The Granite School District Educator of the Week award spotlights the extraordinary efforts being put forth by GSD employees throughout the district. Let us know about the individuals at your school or department who make a difference in the lives of students every day. You may see your ...
Educator of the Week – Ben Peters
Our Educator of the Week is Howard Driggs Elementary 3rd grade teacher Ben Peters, who "brings a lot of new and fresh ideas and methods to his classroom." ...
Educator of the Week – Jennifer Millett
Our Educator of the Week is Diamond Ridge Elementary kindergarten teacher Jennifer Millett, who "stays up with the most current research, and artfully balances the knowledge from her own experiences with the increased demands on students." ...
Educator of the Week – Melissa Christensen
Our Educator of the Week is Rosecrest Elementary first grade teacher Melissa Christensen, who "strives to educate the whole child, and sets high expectations for learning and teaches kids that success takes effort." ...
Educator of the Week – John Anderson
Our Educator of the Week is Wasatch Jr. High assistant principal John Anderson, who was recently nominated for a Region 5 PTA award. ...
Educator of the Week – Jody Lynn Tolley
Our Educator of the Week is Skyline High School world languages teacher Jody Lynn Tolley, who was recently nominated for a Region 5 PTA 'Golden Apple' award. ...
Educator of the Week – Todd Mitchell
Our Educator of the Week is Olympus High School math teacher Todd Mitchell, who was recently nominated for one of Region 5 PTA's annual Golden Apple awards. ...
Educator of the Week – Jason Chandler
Our Educator of the Week is Granger High School special education teacher Jason Chandler, who "places so much emphasis on academic success for his students and the basketball players he coaches." ...