Salvador Colorado was jogging along 3500 South when he heard panicked screams coming from an apartment building. Pausing to investigate, Salvador saw a man threatening a woman with a knife. Realizing the urgency of the situation, he decided to act. For his courage and willingness to help someone in need despite clear danger, Salvador was given ...
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Schools, district office stand in support of fallen South Salt Lake officer
South Salt Lake Officer David Romrell was killed during a clash with suspects near 3300 South and 300 West. He was known as a kind-hearted yet courageous warrior during the 11 months he served with the department. During a funeral procession along State Street Granite students and staff took the opportunity to pay their respects to Officer ...
Board Report – February 2017
Administrative Reports Superintendent Dr. Martin Bates and members of the superintendency gave a report on Board Directives. These directives are summarized in the board's Five-Year Framework. For more information about specific areas of focus, please call 385-646-4513. The board convened into an executive session. Board ...
School Safety Protocols Explained in Graphics
Safety protocols are put into practice to ensure student safety. The first type of protocol is called a Shelter in Place protocol. A Shelter in Place is initiated by police or school administration when there is a potential threat to student safety off campus. For example, local police may require a school to initiate a Shelter in Place if there ...
Video: Customer Service Superstar
This week we are pleased to bring you the Customer Service Superstar for the month of May. Officer Anthony Martinez of the Granite School District Police Department received multiple nominations from individuals at different locations. We surprised him during a weekly briefing at the dispatch office. ...
Students give a salute to all kinds of heroes
Hunter Elementary students took advantage of Veterans Day to celebrate some local lifesavers in addition to those who have served at home and abroad in the armed forces. The aptly named Hero Assembly paid tribute to veterans, police officers, firefighters, and medical personnel through songs and slide shows. Several Hunter teachers shared personal ...
Staying informed: Communication for incidents involving student safety
During the upcoming school year, there will inevitably be instances in which special safety procedures will be implemented to ensure student safety. If/when incidents involving student safety occur, we strive to inform patrons as quickly as possible. For example, if a school is placed on a soft lockdown (soft lockdown: an indirect threat to ...