While cleaning out a storage closet at the school, then Granite Park Jr. High principal Danny Stirland nearly tripped over a peculiar slab of bronze buried among old supplies. As it turned out, this dusty slab of bronze was created more than 70 years ago to honor former students of Granite Junior High School (originally housed in the old Granite ...
veterans day
Commemorating the protectors of the nation
For thousands of students in Granite School District, Veterans Day was a time of somber remembrance and joyful celebration. Several schools throughout the district participated in a profusion of patriotic programs that paid tribute to those who have served or are currently serving in the five branches of the military. Thank you, veterans, for ...
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 ...