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May 2025 T&L NewsletterCheck out the links below for the latest updates from Teaching & Learning for the month. Learn Tips and Tricks, Sign Up for Upcoming PD, and Learn about Important Updates from the T & L team.

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  • Important Payroll Information - May 2025Payroll Due: May 2
  • View Your Paycheck: May 21
  • Payday: May 23
  • Memorial Day - May 26
  • Critical Days: May 23 & May 27

As per DP335(B) and DP335 NEG: Licensed & ESP employees who have not been approved by Human Resources for using an annual/personal day on Critical Days may be docked (licensed $161 or ESP 40% of their daily rate) unless the leave reason is listed as an exception in policy. If applicable, the reason & the policy exception must be written in the time off description box.

View the Critical Days FAQ here.

Last 5 Days of School June 2 - June 6
As per DP335(B) and DP335 NEG: Annual/Personal leave shall not be taken during the last five days that students are in school unless listed as an exception in policy.

Important - Last Day of School
If June 6 is an employee's last working day, all True Time must be submitted and approved by the end of the day.

True Time Deadlines:
Pay Period: April 7 - May 4
EMPLOYEES: Please submit your timesheets at the end of each work week
APPROVERS: Please ensure you are approving time sheets weekly for accuracy

Sub Payroll Deadlines
Pay Period: April 16 - April 30
Due: May 1
Payday: May 10
Pay Period: May 1 - May 15
Due: May 15
Payday: May 23
SCHOOLS: Please ensure Subs are verified weekly

Payroll Tip of the Month: How to Update your W4
Print a Form W4 using the link below. Complete the first page, including your SSN, Signature & Date. Please DO NOT email this form to Payroll. You can send it via District Mail, hand deliver to the Payroll Department or Mail it to: 7387 S. Campus View Drive West Jordan, UT 84084

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This endorsement program is open to K-12 contracted licensed personnel in Jordan School District.  This does not include substitute teachers or paraprofessionals who are licensed.

IMPORTANT: As of August, 2024, the JSD ESL Endorsement program has been updated to a competency based endorsement that aligns with TESOL standards and USBE requirements. This means the endorsement has undergone some changes and is formatted differently than in previous years. You will earn an endorsement with the Utah State Board of Education. A university credit option through SUU is available at your own expense. Language & Culture Services will not be paying for university credit.

NOTE: Your employee email that ends with  "@jordandistrict.org" will be used for ALL correspondence.

Applicants will be placed in the order in which applications are received.

You can sign up for the endorsement using the link below. For more information, please contact your Language Teacher Specialists.

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May 2025 Upcoming Blomquist Hale Workshop FlyersBlomquist Hale has two workshops coming up in May. See attached for the workshop flyers and details outlined below.

  • Topic: 5 Hours of Magic – How to Ensure a Successful Marriage
    Date: May 12
    Time: 12 – 1 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!
  • Topic: Inspirational Leadership in Our Many Roles
    Date: May 21
    Time: 12 – 1 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!

To register for any of our upcoming workshops, please visit our website at blomquisthale.com/workshops/

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Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Cohort FlyerJordan District is offering a summer cohort of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to ANY Employee. MBSR is an interactive 8-session, scientifically researched method for reducing physical and psychological suffering while building resilience, balance, and peace of mind. All classes will occur at Juniper Elementary throughout June and July; see the schedule below.

Joining this cohort includes a quality mat (of your choosing) and cushion! This is an incredible value at $35 (thanks to JEF) and is a special offering for Jordan District Employees (the class, mat, and cushion could cost $700+!)

Class Schedule:

  • Tuesday, June 10 - Thursday, July 17, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. No Classes on June 26, July 1, July 3, and July 10
  • All-Day Retreat Wednesday, July 9 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Learning to practice mindfulness provides a way of relating directly with whatever is happening in your life, a way of taking charge of your life, of consciously and systematically noticing and responding to your own stress and pain, and to the challenges and demands of living. This starts with cultivating present-moment attention in an open, nonjudgmental way. MBSR is a nonsectarian, scientifically researched approach that is in harmony with any faith-based tradition.

Learn more about MBSR at the link below.

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2025 National School Lunch Hero DayJoin us in celebrating our awesome lunch staff on National school Lunch Hero Day on Friday, May 2!

When we say school nutrition professionals are heroes, we mean it! That's why we celebrate them every spring with the National School Lunch Hero Day. Join schools across the country that are recognizing the difference these team members make for every child who comes through their cafeteria.

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Spring 2025 WIDA Updates FlyerWIDA Scores will be available in early May. As you are reviewing data and preparing to send home letters to families, consider the following resources:

If you have any questions, please reach out to your school’s Language Teacher Specialist - lcs.jordandistrict.org/language.

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Money IconMake sure your True Time is ready to be paid.
Employees should look at the True Time History to make certain all True Time has been submitted and approved before they leave for summer break. Attached below are instructions for employees using True Time to monitor their payroll status:

  • Unsubmitted Timesheets
  • Waiting for Approval
  • Waiting for Payroll
  • History.

Reviewing your True Time status will help avoid a delay in receiving your paycheck.

If you have questions or concerns, please call 801-567-8154 or visit payroll.jordandistrict.org.

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All K-5 teachers have the opportunity to participate in an optional Day 3 Planning Day as part of our Open Up Math Training Series. Teachers may choose to earn a $400 stipend for planning off-contract time during the summer (by Aug. 5) or have T&L cover the cost of a substitute during contract time before the end of the school year. 

In order to receive the stipend or have the substitute covered, please follow the directions provided in the attached Day 3 Planning Day Evidence Form. Teachers will then upload the attached form using the Day 3 Stipend/Substitute Submission Google Form link below.

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JSD Site Based Associates Program FlyerJordan School District is excited to announce the School-Based Associates (SBA) program for the 2025-26 school year. For many years, past CITES/ BYU Public School Partnership Associates  participants have asked about bringing the powerful learning experiences within CITES/ BYU Public School Partnership Associates back to their colleagues in the classroom. JSD School-Based Associates will now make that desire a possibility! 

The JSD School Based Associates mini grant awards will help schools nurture classroom teacher leaders (who are prior Associates alumni) as they facilitate cohort sessions for their school. The grant funds include a compensation stipend for teacher leaders. School cohorts explore ideas toward gaining a deeper understanding of education and the Partnership Commitments. Associates fosters collegial connections, exchange of viewpoints with one another, and builds lasting relationships.

The mini grant application process has been streamlined into a brief google form. Administrators or teachers can initiate this grant for a school. Use the application guide to help you keep things simple. Call Chris Richards-Khong with questions 801-567-8158.

  • Zoom Link Q & A Drop-in Sessions Available
  • April 29, 2025 - 11 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. | 2:30 - 3:50 p.m.
  • April 30, 2025 - 8 - 8:30 a.m.

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New Sped Program Info Session FlyerAre you an experienced Paraeducator who would like to earn your special education teaching license? UVU has created a new licensure program that will award paraeducators credit for their experience and will work around their work schedule.

  • Earn credit for work you're already doing - Earn up to 25 course credits for your prior experience.
  • Scholarships are available! - Take advantage of available scholarships.
  • Evening and Summer classes offered - Earn a a Special Ed License in 2 years-taking courses in the evening and summers.

Accepted students will take classes in the afternoons/evenings and summer while working toward their bachelor's degree in special education. By awarding credit for prior learning and experience, we will accelerate the time to graduation, saving money and time. We will be allowing you to skip classes on content you already understand based on experience.

Please check out the flyers below. Use the QR codes or the links below to meet with an advisor or attend a Zoom meeting.

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Unstirred data potMaintaining a clear distinction between work and personal data is crucial for security and privacy. When using work devices, be mindful of settings in platforms like iCloud (Apple ID) and Google accounts that might inadvertently mix your personal and District information.

For Apple devices, using the district-managed Apple ID is the most secure option. If you use a personal Apple ID, be aware that features like automatic syncing of photos, drives, and notes could save District data to your personal iCloud, potentially exposing it – and even sharing it with family members through Family Sharing.

Similarly, with Google accounts on work devices, ensure personal account data isn't automatically backing up or syncing with your work files. This helps prevent accidental sharing and protects against the unintended disclosure of personal information in public records requests.

Please review your settings on work devices and, where possible, use District-provided accounts for all work activities. If you need assistance, contact your building technician or the Information Systems help desk at 801-567-8737.

Your vigilance is key to safeguarding our data and your personal privacy.

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Utah State Board of Education and the AP Program invite interested AP educators to a day of observation and collaboration this summer at Salt Lake City’s AP Reading event on Monday, June 2 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (breakfast available starting at 7 a.m.)

During the event, AP educators will get the opportunity to participate in a variety of immersive experiences that showcase the rigorous scoring and calibration process that takes place at our AP readings. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for the day.

The event is open to AP teachers of all subject areas and AP district administrators who are interested in learning about how participation in AP Assessment Reading events can benefit their AP staff and students. Below is a list of the subjects that will be having assessment readings in Salt Lake City: 

  • Art and Design
  • Art History
  • Comparative Government and Politics
  • English Literature
  • Research (current & prospective teachers are welcome to fill out the form)
  • Seminar (current & prospective teachers are welcome to fill out the form)
  • US Government and Politics

Please encourage any interested educators to fill out the interest form no later than Friday, April 25th They will have a max capacity for each subject, so they will be reviewing all interested attendees and ensuring that they have a diverse number of schools, districts, and experience levels in the final attendee list. If they are not able to accommodate you, they will create a wait list and notify you of any last-minute opportunities as they arise.

The reading will take place at the Salt Palace Convention Center, SLC.

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If you are a contracted employee (Benefit eligible) and need to take Annual/Personal Leave on a Critical Day before or after Memorial Day 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 Impacted Days Window
Memorial Day May 26, 2025 May 23 and 27, 2025 April 12 – April 22, 2025

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Spring 2025 Upcoming URS Webinars FlyerExplore topics essential to your financial future from the convenience of your home or office. Come with questions! These interactive presentations will help you maximize URS benefits and retirement planning.

See all upcoming and recorded webinars at www.urs.org/us/seminars.

A Closer Look at Purchasing Service Credit
Understanding your choices.
Noon, Tuesday, April 29

URS Savings Plans and Investment Options
11 a.m., Wednesday, May 7 and Noon, Thursday, July 17

Individual Retirement Planning Sessions
How they can help you.
4 p.m., Monday, May 19

Post-Retirement Reemployment
Your Post-Retirement Reemployment options, including a new one for 2025.
Noon, Thursday, May 29

Applying for Retirement
We’ll show you how to apply for retirement every step of the way.
2 p.m., Tuesday, July 1

Saving for Retirement Late in Your Career
Strategies for catching-up.
2 p.m., Wednesday, July 9

Gaze into Your Retirement Future
Using URS Calculators.
Noon, Wednesday, July 16

Understanding Your Tier 2 Choice
Hybrid or 401(k) Option?
Noon, Wednesday, August 13

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Wit & Wisdom Round Table Discussion FlyerDue to popular demand, the Teaching & Learning department will host a second Wit & Wisdom Round Table opportunity on April 18, 2025 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the JATC South located at 12723 Park Avenue in Riverton. A panel of teachers from each grade level will share how they are making Wit & Wisdom work in their classrooms and how they are finding success with their students. Teachers attending this session will receive a stipend of $150. Teachers who were not able to attend the round table on March 14, 2025 will be given first priority. Registration is required and is available at pd.jordandistrict.org.

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April 2025 Blomquist Hale Workshop FlyersBlomquist Hale has two workshops coming up in April. See attached for the workshop flyers and details outlined below.

  • Topic: Grief Series: How to Support Others in the Workplace in a Culturally Sensitive Way
    Date: April 9
    Time: 12 – 1 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!
  • Topic: 5-Week Relationship Group (Wednesday’s)
  • Date: April 23 – May 21
  • Time: 6: – 7:30 p.m. MT
  • Location: Online!

To register for any of the upcoming workshops, please visit our website at blomquisthale.com/workshops.

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April 2025 Incidental Learning NewsletterThe JSD Teachers for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Team has created a monthly newsletter.  The full newsletter for this month can be found at the link below. Stories include:

Top 3 Things You Can Do to Enhance your understanding for DHH - Face the DHH student when speaking. Your expression, and even lip-reading abilities are essential for understanding. Make language visible. Writing things on the board, using pictures, gesturing, using models, acting, and other visual cues are a huge benefit to DHH students. Increase processing time.
Often thought of as wait time after a question is posed, letting concepts, ideas, and questions sink in before a response is expected, is important.

DHH Students are most often ELL Students - Spoken language is not as accessible for DHH students, leaving a learning gap in their native (i.e. English) language acquisition. Deaf children whose native language is a signed language (i.e. ASL), are learning English as a second language.

Closed Captioning - Just a friendly reminder to make sure all videos are accessible by turning on closed captioning or subtitles.

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2023-24 Jordan At-A-Glance ReportIt's time to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Jordan School District! The "Jordan At-A-Glance 23-24" report showcases impressive graduation rates and highlights the district's robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

These initiatives empower students with valuable certifications in fields like Health Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and Digital Media. Dive into this data to see how our Jordan District CTE sets the stage for student success and leads the way in educational excellence.