Jordan School District
The annual Nutrition Services Pan Sale is right around the corner. You'll find great prices on new commercial grade kitchen items. Come check it out on Sept. 20 and 21 from 12 - 6 p.m. at the Auxiliary Services Building. Please use Entrance A to enter the North Auditorium. Cash and credit cards will be accepted and the sale is open to the public.
This month, Jordan Health & Wellness wants to spread hope and vital information to all educators, staff, and students, especially those affected by suicide. The goal is to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help please contact safeut or 988.
TAKE FIVE MINUTES to complete five action items developed by the National Council for Suicide Prevention (NCSP) for their Take 5 to Save Lives campaign:
Also, please checkout the Live On Utah Playbook for more tips and resources.
This is an optional PD for all secondary teachers to learn more about Writable and how it can be integrated into any class in order to strengthen students’ writing. The virtual training session will be held on Sept. 22 from 1 - 3 p.m. You can register in JPLS: Course #101966 Section #127761 Below is a description of the PD:
Getting Started: In this initial session, participants will learn how Writable fits within their core curriculum and become prepped and ready to begin using the program as they continue through the learning path.
Learning Objectives:
Essential Question: What do I need to know to get started with Writable and how will I continue learning?
Ballet West is again providing free presentations of the following ballets in the Capitol Theater:
Each program begins with an educational introduction and is followed by a portion of the repertoire currently being performed for the general public.
The link to Ballet West’s website with further information (including dates and times) on all of the student performances is Ballet West Student In-Theatre Performances. In addition, please feel free to refer to the flyer below for more information.
If you are interested in having your class attend any of the performances, please contact Susy Peterson at susanlyn.peterson@jordandistrict.org or 801-567-8296. Seating is limited and performance slots will be filled on a first come first serve basis.
Please be aware that transportation costs must be covered by individual schools. Neither Ballet West nor the Teaching and Learning Department will be covering the costs of transportation.
Join us for our 3:30 or 4:30 p.m. class at the South Hills Middle School dance portable. These classes offer employees a calm space to regulate emotions through gentle movement and guided meditations. Restorative yoga is a restful practice that is designed to help you slow down through passive stretching. It is very gentle on the body.
Visit wellness.jordandistrict.org/center for more information.
Blomquist Hale has three workshops coming up in September! See attached for workshop flyers and details outlined below. Please forward this email to your employees.
To register for any of our upcoming workshops, please visit our website at blomquisthale.com/workshops/
If you are a contracted employee and need to take Annual/Personal Leave before or after the Critical day around Fall Recess for any reason not listed in policy DP335NEG or DP335B, you must submit a request as follows:
How to Request
During the window, the employee must send the request through email. Please include your name, school, position, and the date you are requesting the leave. Requests left on voicemail or over the phone will NOT be accepted.
The employee will receive an email confirmation within two working days after submitting the request. If the employee does not receive a confirmation email, then Human Resources has NOT received your request and your leave will not be approved.
| School Holiday | Date of Holiday | Critical Days | Window |
| Fall Recess (Licensed) | Oct. 24-27, 2023 | Oct. 20 and 30, 2023 | Sept. 9 – Sept. 19, 2023 |
| Fall Recess (All 242, 245 Contracts) | Oct. 26-27, 2023 | Oct. 20 and 30, 2023 | Sept. 11 – Sept. 21, 2023 |
| Fall Recess (206 Contracts) | Oct. 24-27, 2023 | Oct. 20 and 30, 2023 | Sept. 8 – Sept. 18, 2023 |
| Fall Recess (180, 184, 187, Contracts) | Oct. 23-27, 2023 | Oct. 20 and 30, 2023 | Sept. 8 – Sept. 18, 2023 |
DP324 NEG - Sick Leave- Licensed and DP326 NEG - Sick Leave- Education Support Professionals
Welcome to the 2023-24 contract year! As an annual reminder, in accordance with DP326 NEG H. 1. and 2. and DP324 NEG H. 1. and 2., participation in the Employee-Funded Sick Leave Bank requires a contract employee to annually donate one day of accumulated annual leave into the Sick Leave Bank. The Employee-Funded Sick Leave Bank is not intended to be used for in-and-out absences, elective medical procedures or other medical care that could be scheduled during non-contract time.
Each year, contract employees wishing to opt out of participation in the sick bank must annually complete the appropriate online form in Employee Access no later than September 1 for current employees and October 1 for first-year licensed employees, including administrators. This opt out request must be submitted annually. Prior to completion of this form, it is strongly encouraged to review all District Leave Policies.
Prior to completion of this form, it is strongly encouraged to review all District Leave Policies.
Log in to your Skyward Employee Access. (If you do not know your login and/or password, contact the Information Systems Help Desk at 801-567- 8737)Click the “Submit Sick Leave Bank Opt Out” button to submit the Sick Bank Opt Out Request. An email will be sent to your District email account confirming the Sick Bank Opt Out submission.
Sick Bank Opt Out Processing
Please note that the submission needs to be submitted by September 1 (current employees)/October 1 (for first year employees), but there will be a delay in removing the Sick Bank Donation from your time off, which returns your annual leave day to your available leave balances.
Questions regarding Sick Bank should be directed to the HR Generalist at 801-567-8249.
If you need additional assistance with the completion or submission of this form, contact the Administrative Assistant at your location or the HR Generalist.
*Education Support Professionals who are considered ‘provisional’ as of July 1 and hourly employees (non-contract), are not eligible for sick bank benefits that year, therefore, a sick bank donation will not be deducted (if applicable). Please be aware that policies and eligibility requirements for Licensed (DP324 NEG) and Education Support Professionals (DP326 NEG) employees are different. These and other District policies are available for review at policy.jordandistrict.org.
Salt Lake Community College and Utah State Board of Education (USBE) are partnering to provide math courses required for special education licensed teachers seeking a Special Education Mathematics Endorsement. Participants will be able to finish their endorsement while attending classes specifically designed for Special Education teachers teaching secondary math to special education students. General Education teachers looking to earn a Middle School Math Endorsement may also take these courses, if space is available.
Registration
Login into MySLCC. If you are a new student you must register at slcc.edu and follow these instructions:
| Dates | Course # | Course Title | CRN | Cost |
| Sept 05 - Dec 07 | Math 2030 | AR Precalculus for Secondary Teachers | 45132 | $700* |
| Sept 05 - Dec 07 | Math 2130 | AR Algebra for Secondary Teachers | 45133 | $425* |
Remember that you have resources when supporting students with diverse needs. Please view this video to hear how the Office of Equity & Compliance can assist you. We recommend that you show this video in your faculty meeting.
Teaching and Learning (T&L) is here to help you with your 32 hours of educator-directed learning. You'll find lots of great classes, workshops, and conferences that can provide you with the learning and hours you'll need to meet the 32-hour stipend requirement. Contact T&L with questions - Michelle Williams at 801-567-8365.
The Herriman Family Engagement Center is now open. Language & Culture Services is excited to have parents of ML and newcomer students come and get support.
English classes are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-11 a.m.
Please feel free to print these flyers and post them in your school.
The first submission deadline for this year’s Secondary Literature Selection meetings is September 6, 2023. Any full length novel that a teacher would like to use in the classroom must be on the district’s approved list. Teachers may send submissions to the attention of Brandee Bergum in Teaching and Learning. Submission directions and forms can be found on the Secondary Literature Selection Process page. Our secondary approved lists can be found on the JSD Approved Literature Lists page.
Lit. Selection Dates 2023-24 Committee A
| Book Submission Deadline | Middle School Meetings | High School Meetings |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 | Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 | Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023 |
| Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 | Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024 | Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 |
| Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024 | Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 | Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 |
| Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 | Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | Thursday, April 25, 2024 |
Lit. Selection Dates 2023-24 Committee B
| Book Submission Deadline | Middle School Meetings | High School Meetings |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 | Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 | Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 |
| Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 | Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024 | Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 |
| Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024 | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | Thursday, March 7, 2024 |
| Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 | Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | Thursday, May 2, 2024 |
Western Governors University doesn’t think educators should only be recognized during Teacher Appreciation Week. During the final weeks of last school year, WGU’s strategic partnerships managerMelissa Jensen demonstrated the online university’s lasting gratitude for the individuals shaping students’ lives in the Jordan School District.
Jensen visited the faculty and staff – including host and substitute teachers – at four Jordan schools and celebrated the many ways they are impacting student success.
Silvercrest Elementary - Keeping It Poppin' With A Popcorn Machine - The team at Silvercrest Elementary received a fantastic surprise in the form of a brand-new popcorn machine. As school resumes, the aroma of freshly popped corn will fill the air, adding to the atmosphere of excitement for the coming year. Silvercrest was selected to receive the gift as part of a special Teacher Appreciation giveaway sponsored by WGU.
Copper Hills High - Energizing Educators With An Expresso Machine - Recognizing the importance of caffeine-powered educators, Copper Hills High School received an incredible espresso machine. That gift allows the teachers and staff to brew up a perfect cup of coffee and remain energized for the upcoming school year. Like the popcorn popper at Silvercrest, the espresso machine was a prize in the WGU Teacher Appreciation giveaway.
Blackridge Elementary & Hayden Peak Elementary - Honoring Host Teachers - Even the best teachers need help from more seasoned staff members. That’s why Jensen gave a special shout out to the faculty hosting preservice educators during their demonstration teaching. At Hayden Peak Elementary,Kristen Jarmen received special recognition, as did Jennifer Lofgren at Blackridge Elementary. Both Kristen andJennifer received gift baskets from WGU for their work as host teachers and helping ensure the pipeline of well-trained educators remains strong across the school district.
Both Kristen and Jennifer received gift baskets from WGU for their work as host teachers and helping ensure the pipeline of well-trained educators remains strong across the school district.
Celebrating Substitute Teachers - Acknowledging the importance of substitute teachers, four gift baskets were specially prepared and awarded to substitute teachers within the Jordan School District.Substitute teachers play a crucial role in maintaining continuity when regular teachers are absent, and their dedication deserves recognition.
Jensen thoughtfully curated the gift baskets as tokens of appreciation from WGU, honoring the vital role substitutes play within the educational ecosystem.
The 2023 ESSA Updated English Learner (EL) Exit criteria has been approved. Please review your 2022 WIDA ACCESS results and exit all students who received a minimum overall composite score of 4.2 and a minimum score of 3.5 in the speaking domain. Exit letters, based on the updated exit criteria, must be sent within the first 30 days of the LEAs school year.
Teacher-parent-students conferences must be completed by the conclusion of the LEA’s scheduled fall conferences. Students that were exited with a composite of 5.0 or higher in the spring will remain exited. More information will be provided in upcoming listserv memos and in meetings.
Things to adjust:
Class schedule
ESL study skills course
Placing students in the correct LA course
Placing students in any concurrent AP courses that they have applied and
qualified for
How do you print the letters?
Check out how to create and print the letters through ELLevation here.
Mailing letters home is usually delegated to a secretary/registrar with enrollment access
with the help of ELD Leads if needed.
THIS ANNUAL COMMUNICATION IS PART OF COMPLIANCE.
We are excited to announce Google Single Sign-On for both students and teachers for the following products:
Once students and teachers are logged into their Google account, they will be able to navigate to these products through the “waffle” - Google Apps button. (Just like they already do for Canva, Canvas, Yuja, etc.) This change is already in effect.
Attached you will find login instructions. If teachers receive an error message when trying to login, please have them reach out to the Help Desk.
You are invited to join us for a FREE night of summer fun at the Salt Lake Bees game.
Jordan School District and the Salt Lake Bees are joining forces to show appreciation to all JSD employees by offering free tickets to an upcoming Bees game against the Oklahoma City Dodgers on Thursday, August 17 at 6:35 p.m.
Kevan Sprague, the 2022 Distinguished Education Support Professional of the Year, will be throwing out the first pitch along with a Unified Sports athlete!
Here’s What You Need to Know to Participate:
Please sign up using the form below. The deadline to sign up for tickets is noon on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.To show their appreciation, the Bees will give away a batting helmet signed by the entire team to one lucky employee at the game that night.
Hope to see you at beautiful Smith’s Ballpark to have some fun and cheer on the Bees!
The following are new administrative assignments:
Science and ELA Integration
Come see all the curated and created resources to use FOSS to teach your ELA standards. In this two hour workshop we will look at how to align the science, reading, and writing standards in a way that makes sense for your classroom. We have many great resources, including science aligned informational texts and writing protocols for all grade levels! Participants will receive 2 relicensure hours for attendance.
Tuesday, August 8 - ASB - PDC Room 103 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM JPLS - Course #117595
FOSS for New Teachers
New to FOSS or new to Jordan? Come see all that FOSS has to offer your science classroom! FOSS and the district science specialists have so many resources to help make FOSS easy to implement. In this 2 hour class we will experience a lesson, discover how to make planning efficient, see how to organize the kit supplies, and explore the online FOSS tools. Participants will receive 2 relicensure hours for attendance.
Tuesday, August 8 - PDC 103 | 8:30 - 10:30 AM - JPLS - Course #127695
Thursday, August 10 - PDC 103 | 12:00-2:00 PM - JPLS - Course #101936
FOSS Bootcamp
Join us for a FOSS Bootcamp to help you start off the year with confidence. In this 2 hour class we will address some of the FOSS challenges, explore the more difficult pieces of the curriculum and explore all the resources the district has available to help make jumping into teaching FOSS less daunting. Participants will have time to explore their grade level manuals and ask questions with support from district specialists. Participants will receive 2 relicensure hours for attendance.
Tuesday, August 8 - ASB - Room PDC 103 | 12:30 - 2:30 PM - JPLS - Course #127696
Thursday, August 10 - ASB - Room PDC 103 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM - JPLS - Course #101936
Annual/Personal Leave Day
First Five Days of School
As Per DP335(B) and DP335 NEG: Annual/Personal Leave shall not be taken during the first five days that students are in school unless listed as an exception in policy.
If applicable, an explanation of the policy exception must be written in the time off description box.
Please refer to policy for further clarification.
True Time Deadlines