Several Granite schools were among the top donor groups in this year's Souper Bowl of Caring donation drive. Lake Ridge Elementary and Beehive Elementary were among the top ten elementary school donor groups in the country. Churchill Jr. High, Valley Jr. High, Olympus High School, and Skyline ...
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Diligent accounting clerk earns the Customer Service Star
Accounting office clerk Sandra Brunson has no trouble fulfilling responsibilities across multiple departments. “Sandra is the glue that holds not only the Accounting Department together, but also the Budget Office.” “She is always cheerful and willing to help, not just within our department ...
This is why we love our business partners
The threat of cancellation loomed large for Truman Elementary staff when it became apparent there were not enough volunteers for a favorite field trip. Without the necessary volunteer help, the fifth grade trip to Junior Achievement BizTown seemed to be a loss this year. With nowhere else to ...
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 February, the Utah ...
Here are just a few highlights from a season of giving
Granite School District students, staff, parents, and community members reached out in many ways to help others this holiday season. Additionally, many GSD students and families were recipients of the kindness and generosity of neighbors and strangers alike. We wish to express our deep gratitude ...
Service Star: Siri is no match for this secretary
“When looking for help or directions, Tawni Brown is the individual you hope to find. She is the administrative secretary at Valley Crest Elementary, and a friendly, welcoming face when you enter the main office.” “She greets with a smile those who enter, and is more than willing to ensure you ...
Opportunity to help refugee families in Granite School District
Granite Education Foundation is teaming up with other community organizations to serve Utah refugee families this holiday season. Your donation will make a difference in the life of a refugee. More than 70% of the state’s refugee families live in the boundaries of Granite School District. Many ...
Removing roadblocks to college
When surveyed, the overwhelming majority of middle school aged students say they plan to attend college, yet only about two-thirds actually attend. Although it may seem like a relatively simple step, one of the major roadblocks for students attending college is filling out a college application ...
After school project leads to new furniture for day care
Kearns Junior High School parents and community members received a big boost from a handful of students enrolled in Kearns' after school program. Under the direction of math teacher Phil Babcock, the students built tables and chairs to be used in the school’s day care center for community parent ...
This media assistant works miracles with stubborn electronics
How frustrating is a technology breakdown? How much of a relief is it when someone fixes said problem quickly and painlessly? Meet media assistant Austin Swan: “Austin frequently assists the library media specialist in resolving technology work order requests. He does a fantastic job fixing ...