Free meals will be available to all children, ages 18 or younger, at a number of locations throughout the Salt Lake Valley this summer. Adults may also purchase meals for $3.50. Meals will be served Monday through Friday, June 4 to August 3 (unless otherwise noted). No meals will be served Wednesday, July 4 or Tuesday, July 24. For more ...
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Granite Teacher of the Year is a remarkable educator, lizard handler
Hillside Elementary 3rd grade teacher Archer Birrell brings his bearded dragon Link along with him to faculty meetings and school activities. His love for the class pet is one of the many quirks his colleagues and students admire. But it's his genuine dedication to the profession that sets him apart. This became apparent to Hillside principal ...
Morningside 3rd grade teacher receives UEA Excellence in Teaching Award
UEA Excellence in Teaching Awards are presented every year to Utah public school teachers whose efforts in the classroom significantly impact the life of an individual child or group of children. Morningside Elementary teacher Leandra Bambrick is one of 10 educators statewide to receive the award for 2018. Here's a sample of her award ...
View the list of Granite employees retiring this school year
The collective experience of the 2017/18 retirees totals more than 3,100 years in Granite School District. These professionals served as teachers, principals, administrators, office professionals, support staff, bus drivers, custodians, maintenance staff, counselors, and many other positions in the district. We are so grateful for their years of ...
Granite Park Jr. High business teacher named Utah Teacher of the Year
Will Pettit has never been one to seek attention for the work he does in the classroom. Instead, he wants all his students to focus on enhancing their own skills and lifting others who need extra help. Throughout his tenure at Granite Park Jr. High, Mr. Pettit has provided leadership, mentoring, and effective instruction to thousands of students. ...
National PTA awards Granite students for outstanding Reflections entries
Every year, PTA organizations across the country invite students to create original works of music, art, dance, and literature for the annual Reflections contest. This past year’s theme was “Within Reach,” and two Granite students created works that were so well received at the school, regional and state level that they were entered into the ...
Two GSD educators receive Huntsman Award for Excellence in Education
Two outstanding educators in our district are part of a select group of 11 educators statewide to receive this year's Huntsman Award for Excellence in Education. Debbie Koji, principal of South Kearns Elementary, and Suzette Prevo-Wilson, 5th grade teacher at Fremont Elementary, were both surprised with the news while on the job. Mrs. Koji was ...
Board Report – May 2018
Administrative Report Linda Mariotti, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning Services, presented a report on Enhancing Academic Rigor. The board convened into an executive session. Board Meeting Reverence - Diamond Ridge Elementary Choir Recognitions The board recognized the Olympus High School boys basketball team for ...
Dozens of GSD employees celebrate career milestone
Nearly 70 Granite School District employees reached a major milestone this school year: 25 professional years in the district. These contract employees have served in various capacities, but they have all contributed to student success. Our thanks to the Cyprus High Madrigals for their incredible performance during the event. Here’s the list ...
South Kearns principal, Superintendent Bates honored with Changemaker award
United Way of Salt Lake announced its United for Change Changemaker award honorees for 2018, and included on the list was South Kearns Elementary principal Debbie Koji and GSD Superintendent Dr. Martin Bates. "Debbie Koji is an innovative leader, inspirational educator and tireless advocate for students and their families. Principal Koji ...