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Tank you to principals/assistant principals, directors, JESPA volunteers, HR assistants and the Office of Communications for promoting and participating in the first Jordan School District Job Fair! It was a great success, as it resulted in the hiring of numerous new applicants for open positions throughout the District. A total of 207 households were in attendance and a total of 59 applications were completed in Frontline during and after the Job Fair. We are certain there will be more applications completed in the near future as a result of the Job Fair.

A special thanks to Oquirrh Hills Middle for hosting this event and also to those who served as interpreters. The success of this event was due to the efforts of many individuals and groups. Thank you all again for your contributions.

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Feb. 2023 Moreton & Company Health Insights NewsletterThis month’s newsletter focuses on heart health through positive habits and informed decision-making. We’ll take a look at hypertension and the damage that smoking can do, and give you helpful tips through our Healthy Habits Calendar. Take charge of improving your health with our 4-week walking challenge and a heart-smart Kale & Red Quinoa Soup recipe. Click below for your copy of February’s health insights.

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  • Paycheck iconPayroll Due: Feb. 2
  • Direct Dep Changes by: Feb. 9
  • View Pay Check: Feb. 22
  • Pay Day: Feb. 24

True Time Deadlines

  • Date Range: Jan 2 – Feb 5
  • Employee Submittal: Feb 8
  • First Approval: Feb 10
  • Final Approval:Feb 14

Health & Wellness Virtual Day - Feb 10
All employees must record a leave day if absent.

Substitute Deadlines | Semi Monthly

  • Date Range Jan. 16 - 31
  • School Deadline: Feb 1
  • Dept Deadline: Feb 2 (noon)
  • Pay Day: Feb 10
  • Date Range Feb 1-15
  • School Deadline: Feb 16
  • Dept Deadline: Feb 17 (noon)
  • Pay Day: Feb 24

School Holidays

  • Washington & Lincoln Day Recess: Feb 20

As Per DP335(B) and DP335 NEG:  Contracted employees who have not been approved by Human Resources for using an annual/personal day before or after a holiday may be docked (licensed $144 or ESP 40% of their daily rate) unless the leave reason is listed as an exception in policy.

An explanation of exception must be written in the time off description box.

Please refer to policy for further clarification.

Parent/Teacher Conference

  • Elementary (evening): Feb 22 & 23
    (comp day Feb 24)
  • Middle & High (evening): Feb 15 & 16
    (comp day Feb 17)

DP335NEG
Annual leave days may not be used during parent/teacher conferences.

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Feb. 2023 Incidental Learning NewsletterThe JSD Teachers for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Team has created a monthly newsletter.  The full newsletter for February can be found at the link below. Stories include:

  • Concentration Fatigue - DHH students…”Require more concentration to understand what is being said. Since they are compensating for their hearing loss, they tend to exhaust their visual senses. Some students may channel their fatigue through their behavior, others may tune out. Many students will get headaches, yawn, nod off, or glance around the room to stay awake or to give their eyes a moment to relax. Be conscious of increased eye fatigue when screen time is heavily used for instruction. Allow frequent breaks.” - Michaela Pattie
  • Tricks to Try - Build in natural listening breaks. This can be done by switching between learning methods such as whole group, independent, or partner work etc. Encourage fresh air, low background noise, and minimized communication when possible.

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Huntsman Cancer Institute BusAs part of the upcoming Health & Wellness Day, Insurance Services has arranged for mobile mammography appointments at the District Office and Auxiliary Service Building.

It is very important that you schedule the correct mammogram.  Intermountain will be for anyone on the Advantage Network and Huntsman will be for anyone on the Summit Network.  Even if you are not on the District's insurance, you are encouraged to call the two providers and verify that they take your insurance and take advantage of this quick and easy way to get your mammogram done.

PEHP - Advantage Network
Intermountain Healthcare - Feb. 9 & 10 - ASB | 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Please request your mobile mammography day appointment by going to the Intermountain Mobile Mammography website or calling 1-833-MAMMOGO.

PEHP - Summit Network
Huntsman Cancer Institute - Feb. 13 - ASB | 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m. | Feb. 15 - District Office | 9 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.
To sign up for the Huntsman Cancer Institute Mammo Bus, please call the Jordan Insurance Department 801-567-8146 or stop by their area at the District Office.

If you are uninsured and low income, you may qualify for charitable vouchers run through the State Department of Health and Human Services.

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2nd Grade Night Out FlyerAll second-grade teachers, coaches, and administrators are invited to join the literacy team for Second-Grade Night Out on February 1st at 4:15 at South Jordan Middle School. This month we will be talking about vocabulary instruction and best practices for second-grade teachers. Please join us for this informative and fun evening! Please share the attached flier with anyone who may be interested in attending.

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Our Legacy PosterBlack History Month is a time of reflection, recognition, and rejoicing on the achievements that African Americans have made in history. Rejoicing and celebrating in the hope for a better tomorrow for all generations and recognizing the life lessons and legacy of our ancestors and be thankful for their sacrifice.

The Black Student Union and Multicultural Clubs of Jordan District invite you to a fun celebration to kick off Black History Month on Friday, Jan. 27 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Elk Ridge Middle. Dr. Tamara Stevenson, President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & C.D.O. at Westminster College is the Keynote speaker.

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The final sessions of LETRS training offered by USBE are available for registration. No new sessions will be added so it is important that all teachers who are taking LETRS training through USBE register for the sessions they need ASAP.

  • Unit 5, MIDAS #60810 (General Registration) Aug. 2022 through Feb. 2023
    No additional unit 5 sections will be added after this unit has ended.
    MIDAS #60810 enrollment link
  • Unit 6, MIDAS #60788 (General Registration) Oct. 2022 through April 2023
    No additional unit 6 sections will be added after this unit has ended.
    MIDAS #60788 enrollment link
  • Unit 7, MIDAS #60789 (General Registration) Jan. 2023 through June 2023
    No additional unit 7 sections will be added after this unit has ended.
    MIDAS #60789 enrollment link
  • Unit 8, MIDAS #60790 (General Registration) March 2023 through Sept. 2023
    No additional unit 8 sections will be added after this unit has ended.
    MIDAS #60790 enrollment link

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Save the Date - Grow with Us Job FairExplore endless opportunities in education at the Jordan Job Fair on Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Oquirrh Hills Middle.

Find out about openings for school bus drivers, classroom assistants, custodians, cafeteria workers, substitute teachers and more. A representative from all schools and departments throughout the district with open positions will be in attendance.

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Healthy Utah PosterStart 2023 by learning how healthy you are! Participate in a Healthy Utah testing session. All employees and spouses covered on the Jordan School District PEHP medical plan are eligible to participate in the health incentive program. Healthy Utah offers a free appointment with a professional staff member.

  1. Get Started - Go to pehp.org and log in to your member account. If you haven’t created an account previously, you will need your PEHP identification number to create your username and password.
    Once you are logged in click on the Wellness drop down tab. Select “Register for Testing Sessions”. There you are able to schedule a testing session. You can also call Healthy Utah at 801-366-7300 to schedule an appointment.
  2. Get Checked - All employees and spouses covered on the Jordan School District PEHP medical plan are eligible to participate in the health incentive program. Healthy Utah offers a free 30 minute appointment with a professional staff member, which includes these assessments:
    • Cholesterol
    • Diabetes risk
    • Blood pressure
    • Body Composition

    After you receive your biometrics / lab results from Healthy Utah, and take the Health Assessment, you can earn $50 for the “First Steps” annually. You can also see if you’re eligible to receive the $50 “Good for You” rebate.

  3. Get Involved - Participate in a health rebates & the educational opportunities. Step 4 - Stay Fit Participate in a health challenge or other Healthy Utah activity or service.

Here is the Healthy Utah 2023 Testing Schedule:

  • Jan. 20 | District Office Room 129 | 12 - 4 p.m.
  • Feb. 3 | Oakcrest Elementary 1 - 5 p.m.
  • Feb. 10 | Auxiliary Services Building North Auditorium | 1 - 4 p.m.
  • Feb. 15 | Mountain Creek Middle School 1 - 4 p.m.
  • March 8 | Aspen Elementary 12 - 4 p.m.
  • March 15 | Kauri Sue Hamilton 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

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NYL Support Service FlyersNew York Life has partnered with ComPsych to provide financial, legal, estate, and wellness support.  All benefit eligible employees can call 800-344-9752 and tell the customer service representative you are with Jordan School District to receive assistance.  Alternatively, you can go to guidanceresources.com and use the Web ID: NYLGBS to access resources online.

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Jan. 2023 Literacy Matters NewsletterThe Literacy Matters Newsletter has the latest literary updates. Be sure to read this edition to stay connected with literacy. This newsletter includes:

  • Walk to Read Extension Group Support - Our wonderful Gifted and Talented department has created a folder of tips and supports for the resources that were given to schools, such as Jacob's Ladder, Vocabulary Ladders, Byrdseed TV, etc. We encourage coaches and teachers to take a look! If you would like more support, please reach out to Taryn Cox for more training. GT-Walk to Read- Extension Resources.
  • 95 Percent Group - Great news! The Phonics Lesson Library decodable passages are now available to download and print! Coaches can find them by logging in to 95percentgroup.com and clicking on the related PLL. We have also downloaded them into a shared folder for easy access: Decodable Passages. These can be used to supplement the phonics chip kit lessons in Walk to Read or to provide extra practice in classrooms or other WTR groups.
  • Zoom Q&A Meetings for Coaches - The district literacy team will be hosting optional monthly Zoom meetings for coaches who have questions relating to literacy instruction and assessment. Our next meeting will be Monday, January 23rd at 2:00. Coaches can submit questions beforehand via this survey.
  • 6th Grade Acadience & Growth Measure - To facilitate 7th grade reading class placement, middle schools have asked that 6th graders complete MOY Acadience and Growth Measure assessment by Jan. 6.

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Effective Teacher Training (ETT) is back! Our last section filled within one day of being announced, so register ASAP to reserve your spot. We are offering two more sections this year.

Dates Course Section Register by
Winter Section  Jan. 23 - March 13 101914 117557  Jan. 19
Spring Section April 3 - May 22 101914 117558 March 30

ETT Winter & Spring-2023 FlyerFor: All general education and special education teachers
Also Welcome: Specialists, mental health providers, ESPs
Instructional coaches can request to be an observer of the course instead of registering on JPLS.

Topics include: Antecedents, behavior basics, class-wide and individual interventions, increasing academic effectiveness, data-based decision making, students with unique needs, and personal wellness.

Format: This 7-week course will be offered online in an asynchronous format. Learners will engage with content and activities via Canvas. Participants must complete the first module within the first week, or their spot in the class will be given to someone on the waitlist.

1 USBE credit is available at no cost for those who complete the course.

For questions please contact: Melanie Dawson or Katie Jarvis

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Jan. 2023 Health Insights CoverThis month's Health Insights Newsletter is centered on good nutrition. We present the most current version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, including newly released recommendations for a healthy life in each of its stages. Get advice on developing healthy eating habits and coping with change in a positive way. Check out our activity-rich Healthy Habits Calendar for fun ideas that will help you keep those 2023 New Year's resolutions. Click below for your copy of January's Health Insights.

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Paycheck iconSchool Holidays

  • New Year’s Day: Jan 1 (Jan. 2 Observed)
  • Martin Luther King Jr.: Jan. 16

As Per DP335(B) and DP335 NEG: Contracted employees who have not been approved by Human Resources for using an annual/personal day before or after a holiday may be docked (licensed $144 or ESP 40% of their daily rate) unless the leave reason is listed as an exception in policy.
An explanation of exception must be written in the time off description box. Please refer to policy for further clarification.

  • Payroll Due: Jan. 4
  • Direct Deposit Changes: by Jan. 10
  • View Pay Check: Jan. 21
  • Pay Day: Jan. 25

True Time Deadlines | Date Range Dec. 5 – Jan. 1

  • Employee Submittal: Jan. 4
  • First Approval: Jan. 6
  • Final Approval: Jan. 10

Grade Transmittal Day: Jan. 17
*All 206, 242 and 245 employees must record a leave day if not in attendance.

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Board of Education Oath of Office InvitationThe Board of Education cordially invites you to the Oath of Office ceremony and reception for Brian Barnett (District 2), Tracy Miller (District 3) and Lisa Dean (District 7).

The ceremony and reception will be held on Jan. 10, 2023 at 4 p.m. in the JATC South Board Room. For those who cannot attend, the Oath of Office ceremony will also will be shown online at boardmeeting.jordandistrict.org.

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YuJaJordan School District is excited to share our new partnership with YuJa, a video and screen recording software. The YuJa Enterprise Video Platform is an all-in-one video experience to securely create, manage, discover, collaborate, and live stream video content across any device.

Educators and students can create videos with unlimited storage and share their projects across a variety of district tools including Google and Canvas.  You'll find YuJa in your Google Waffle, where you can access your account and begin making videos today!

  • Yuja information and some basic tutorial videos

Any questions can be directed to Jared Covili jared.covili@jordandistrict.org 801-567-8191.

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ELLevation Introduction FlyerThis training from Language & Culture Services is where you can learn to use ELLevation as an efficient program for managing your ESL Program. All Schools will begin using ELLevation to monitor ELs/MLs. School staff will have easy access to data and strategies for ELs/MLs.

This training will provide efficient program management, high quality instruction, effective collaboration with colleagues and great student outcomes.

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We hope you all had time to relax and recuperate during your winter break. Whether that means time with family, or time alone--all of us deserve the break. The December student sillies are over, and now we move into testing season. The WIDA Window is open--which means you will see your ML students being pulled out of class to participate in the yearly WIDA test. Encourage them to do their best, especially in secondary.

The full newsletter can be found at the link below. Stories include:

  • ELLevation Tips and Tricks - After pulling up an activity that you would like to try in your classroom, scroll down on the activity information page to find the "Student Support" section. This section will have a list of all your ML students and their levels. It will then show you what modifications or accommodations you should make for a student at this level and tell you which students need these modifications/accomodations.
  • Culture Corner - "Culturally responsive teaching (CRT) is an educator's ability to recognize students' cultural displays of learning and meaning-making and respond positively and constructively with teaching moves that use cultural knowledge as a scaffold to connect what the student knows to new concepts and content in order to promote effective information processing. All the while, the educator understands the importance of being in a relationship and having a social-emotional connection with the student in order to create a safe space for learning."
  • WIDA Window January 5 - March 3 - The WIDA Window is the time period in which schools administer the WIDA language test to all ML students who are a level 1-4.9. Your students will periodically be pulled from class to take this test, so be understanding if they miss some class time. The test can take a while and be tiring, so be positive and understanding if they are feeling a little burned out or tired. If they test a 5 or above they never have to take it again, which can be motivating to many students--so encourage them to do their best!
  • ELD Lead Celebration - Mountain Shadows Elementary ELD Lead, Susan Allen, has put together a "Dream Team" of students excelling at learning English. They help other students around the school. Every 15 days, their ML students are tested and placed in new Walk to Read groups. For the next cycle, they are having their ML's in a group that focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and listening and they will be speaking into a computer and doing the WIDA practice test.

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For those who started LETRS training last year (cohort 1), the final full-day virtual sessions for Unit 5 will be ending at the end of February. If participants still need to do the full-day virtual training for Unit 5, please register on MIDAS as soon as possible. These are the final sessions and they will not be offered through USBE again. Full-day virtual sessions for units 6-8 are also currently available for registration on MIDAS.