The annual Salt Lake County Commission on Youth Awards recognizes individuals and groups who have given exceptional service to youth through guidance and advocacy. This year, Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdams honored Olympus Jr. High science teacher JoAnne Brown and the Kearns High Latinos in ...
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Granger High student’s speech lauded by Valley West Rotary
Kaylee Winters’ writing and oratory skills have earned her $500 in addition to inspiring others to serve in their community. Kaylee is the winner of Granger’s Speech Contest, which had students write and deliver speeches based on the theme “Service Above Self.” No notes or visual aids were ...
Customer Service Star – The admired physical therapist
This week’s Customer Service Star goes to a physical therapy assistant who takes his role very seriously, but understands the importance of fun, laughter and optimism. “I have worked alongside Robert Vayo in the Health Related Service Department since I was hired as a COTA three years ago. He is ...
Video: Sisters forgo birthday gifts to help Utah refugee families
Like most children their age, Indy and Willa DeBirk look forward to a big birthday party with their friends every year. But instead of collecting piles of presents for themselves on their special day, Indy and Willa ask their party guests to bring items that may seem out of place at a birthday ...
A note to the 25-year professionals who chose careers in public education
Please indulge the author of this post as he steps into the story for a moment. Recently I had the surprise opportunity of shaking hands with my former fifth grade teacher. Many years have passed since I sat in his class, trying my best to master elementary math and English. I’m taller than ...
Customer Service Star – Before you go …
This week’s Customer Service Star goes to a longtime foreman who has exemplified good customer service during his many years on the job. “Bernie Kelvington has been with the District since 1988, and has been developing the General Maintenance Department since 1996.” “Bernie has always been ...
Customer Service Star – Lost and found
This week’s Customer Service Star goes to an individual who takes time to ensure everyone is taken care of, even those who are not her direct responsibility. “Claudia Edvalson is our first on the front lines at Hunter High School. She receives all the emergency calls and all the wrong ...
Wasatch Jr. High uses student-led workshops to reach out to community members
Students at Wasatch Junior High are determined to serve their community this holiday season beyond the typical food drive. As part of the “Be Our Guest” serve project, Wasatch welcomed community members inside the school for special workshops taught by highly qualified students. Topics covered ...
Customer Service Star – First impressions
This week’s Customer Service Star goes to a receptionist who devotes every day to making sure students, parents, visitors, and staff have a positive experience when they come to the school. “Ruth Brown is the general office receptionist at Granger High, and is the first person the public and ...
Customer Service Star – One last star
The final Customer Service Star of the 2013/2014 goes to someone who is always around to make sure everything goes well. "Cathy Middlemiss in the Y.E.S.S. Program always goes beyond the mark to help teachers and students." "She is very caring and talented. She is the secretary and works with three ...