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When to Request
An employee who wishes to take a personal leave day before or after a holiday and does not wish to either pay the cost of the long-term substitute (Licensed) or lose 40 percent of a day’s pay (Education Support Professionals), must make the request through the Human Resource Department during the window. If approved, you must give prior notification to your principal or supervisor at least one day in advance of the leave day.

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.

Windows for holiday requests are listed below:

School Holiday Date of Holiday Window
Independence Day July 4, 2022 May 20 – May 30, 2022
Pioneer Day July 25, 2022 June 10 – June 20, 2022
Labor Day Sept. 5, 2022 July 22 – Aug. 1, 2022
Fall Recess (All 242, 245 Contracts) Oct. 27-28, 2022 Sept. 12 – Sept. 22, 2022
Fall Recess (180, 184, 187, 207, 206 Contracts) Oct. 24-28, 2022 Sept. 9 – Sept. 19, 2022
Thanksgiving Recess (242, 245 Contracts) Nov. 24 - 25, 2022 Oct. 10 – Oct. 20, 2022
Thanksgiving Recess (All 180, 184, 187, 207, 206, Contracts) Nov. 23 - 25, 2022 Oct. 9 – Oct. 19, 2022
Winter Recess (180, 184, 187, 206, 207,  Contracts) Dec. 22, 2022-  Jan. 2, 2023 Nov. 7 – Nov. 17, 2022
Winter Recess (242, 245 Contracts) Dec. 26, 2022 - Jan. 2, 2023 (245 works Dec 27-29) Nov. 11 – Nov. 21, 2022
Martin Luther King Jan. 16, 2023 Dec. 2 – Dec. 12, 2022
President’s Day Feb. 20, 2023 Jan. 6 – Jan. 16, 2023
Spring Recess (All 242, 245 Contracts) March 30-31, 2023 Feb. 13 – Feb. 23, 2023
Spring Recess (180, 184, 187, 207, 206 Contracts) March 28-31, 2023 Feb. 11 – Feb. 21, 2023
Mid-Spring Recess April 24, 2023 Mar. 10 – Mar. 20, 2023
Memorial Day May 29, 2023 April 14 – April 24, 2023

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Standards Implementation Institute FlyerThe Utah State Board of Education (USBE) Teaching & Learning team is offering Standards Implementation Instituteprofessional learning sessions at various locations in Utah during June and July.

  • June 6 – 9, Richfield High School, Richfield
  • June 13 – 16, Uintah High School, Vernal
  • June 20 – 23, Green Canyon High School, North Logan
  • June 27 – 30, Washington Fields Intermediate School, Washington
  • July 11 – 14, Bonneville High School, Washington Terrace
  • July 18 – 21, Springville High School, Springville
  • July 26 – 29, East High School, Salt Lake City
  • Check here for specific courses at specific locations and associated costs

If  you're interested and able to attend, please register. Please forward to others you think might be interested.

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Reminder Open EnrollmentInsurance Open Enrollment May 15 - June 15 for a Sept. 1, 2022 Effective Date
InfinityHR/Arcoro ( www.infinityhr.com ) will be used for all benefit eligible employees to make benefit elections offered at Open Enrollment and for newly eligible employees. All benefit eligible employees should log into the online system to verify dependents, beneficiaries and benefit elections.  Included in the attached Open Enrollment Highlights are online enrollment instructions.
The following changes may be made during the open enrollment period.
  • Enroll in a new insurance plan
  • Change or cancel an existing insurance plan
  • Add or cancel members from an existing plan
  • Flexible Spending election (new elections must be made each year you wish to participate)

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We are excited to start planning for the 2022-23 school year. This summer we are able to provide a condensed version of the Open Up Resources math training for any teacher new to sixth grade. This training will focus on navigating the curriculum and other resources, understanding instructional strategies, and planning for the first unit. We want to be sure to catch any teacher who is a new hire or any teacher that has transferred to 6th grade. Space is limited so please encourage teachers to register as soon as possible for one of the two sessions. They will receive inservice rate for their time.

  • June 10 | 8:30 a.m -3:30 p.m. | ASB PDC 101
  • Aug. 9 | 8:30 a.m -3:30 p.m. | ASB PDC 101
  • Registration link | Upon registration you will be added to a Canvas course.

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"I Voted" Sticker Contest PosterSalt Lake County Clerk Sherrie Swensen is running an art contest for high school students (Grades 9 – 12) to design a new “I Voted” sticker for the General Election in November.

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Blomquist Hale has events scheduled for the month of May! See the attached workshop flyers and details outlined below.

  • Topic: Leverage: A Powerful Tool for Living a Great Life
    Date: May 11 | 12 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!
    Register at: blomquisthale.com/workshops/
  • Topic: Parenting: Anger & Emotional Meltdowns
    Date: May 17 | 2 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!
    Register at: blomquisthale.com/workshops/
  • Topic: Relationships and Money - 3 Week Program
    Dates: May 17, 24, 31 | 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. MT
    Location: Online!
    Register at: blomquisthale.com/workshops/

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May 2022 EMI Be Well NewsletterCheck out the May 2022 Be Well newsletter from EMI. Stories include:

  • Asthma Advice - Asthma is a chronic condition of the lungs’ airways, causing them to narrow and become inflamed. This produces coughing, wheezing and difficulty breathing. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance. For others, it can be a major problem that interferes with daily activities and may lead to life-threatening asthma attacks.
  • Vegetables on Your Mind - In addition to well-known benefits for heart health, it turns out that eating vegetables can also benefit our mood. A new study found that people who ate at least three servings of vegetables per day reported better psychological well-being and had higher scores on a subjective happiness scale than people eating fewer vegetables.
  • Sugar vs. Artificial Sweeteners - Craving sweets is common, and it’s fine to indulge occasionally as part of a nutritious eating plan. You may wonder whether it’s better to choose sweet foods and beverages that are made with sugar or with artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame or sucralose. The truth is, there’s no clear winner.
  • Getting Your Child Ready for Camp - Summer camp is around the corner. Whether your child is headed to a day or an overnight camp, getting your child ready now can help make the experience more fun and avoid unnecessary stress for all of you.
  • The Myth of Multitasking - We can’t do two things well at once. When we multitask, we switch our attention between two tasks, often performing less effectively at both. The idea of multitasking has been around for decades and first referred to using a single computer to simultaneously carry out two or more jobs.

To receive the monthly Be Well Newsletter via email and check out back issues, please visit the EMI Hope Health Newsletter page.

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To show appreciation, Quick Quack is letting educators ride in style on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Teachers or school staff can pick between a Free best "Lucky Duck" car wash* or $9.99 first month on ANY Unlimited membership**. Make sure to bring your school ID to Quick Quack on Tuesday, May 3 so we can honor all that you do for so many others.

*Only valid at participating locations. Offer subject to change, expires 5/3/22. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Cannot be redeemed for cash value. One time use on a single vehicle. **Only valid at participating locations. Valid for new membership sign up only. Requires autopay. After the first month, card will be charged regular membership rate based on the plan selected. Early termination fee may apply. Offer subject to change, must be 18 years or older, expires 5/3/22.

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For May 2022, substitute teachers with NO CANCELLATIONS and who qualify as outlined below, will be paid on June 10, 2022.  The May tiered substitute teacher bonus incentives are as follows:

  • 18 days worked = $300
  • 15 days worked = $180
  • 12 days worked = $120
  • 9 days worked = $60

Benefit eligible substitute teachers working full time at various schools throughout the Jordan School District, DO NOT QUALIFY for the monthly substitute teacher bonus incentives, since they are required to work every school (contract) day.  

Thank you again for your service to Jordan School District.

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WGU Heroes Wanted Scholarship FlyerTeachers Appreciation week is quickly approaching and WGU wants to help celebrate.  WGU is hosting an enter-to-win giveaway where a handful of winning schools will receive either a new coffee maker or popcorn machine for their breakroom.  The website to enter can be found here.  The drawing will be held during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2–6.

The Teachers Week Giveaway is happening right now. Feel free to spread the word within your school and throughout the District!  Only one entry per person but unlimited entries per school. More entries may tip the scales in your school's favor!

In addition to the giveaway, WGU is also offering a number of $4,000 scholarships to help teachers increase their knowledge base and pay!  The deadline for the scholarship application is June 30.

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K-3 Teachers: The USBE has now scheduled some LETRS virtual sessions for Units 3-8 during the summer. The links for the sessions and dates are listed below:

Please contact Bev Griffith with any questions at #88466 or beverly.griffith@jordandistrict.org.

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We are in desperate need of summer help with our grounds crew and custodial assistant help.  Please help us find some great students who are looking for summer jobs, or graduating students who are looking for full time jobs by sharing the attached flyers with with you might feel would be interested in employment.  Also, please post in areas of visibility in your schools.

Thank you for your much needed assistance.

JSD Summer Grounds Crew Positions Available 

Facility Services is currently looking for summer maintenance help. Will assist with mowing, weeding, grounds care or other duties as needed. Minimum age is 16. 

If interested, submit an application by visiting employment.jordandistrict.org/apply/. Click on “Classified/Miscellaneous Job Opportunities” then select one of the two positions listed below: 

  • Misc-Summer Mtnce Adult (HS Graduate and 18 years old minimum)
  • Misc-Summer Mtnce Student (Not graduated and 16 to 18 years old) 

They are willing to work with your schedules. If you have questions, contact Facility Services at 801-567-8861 

Now Hiring Custodial Assistants FlyerNow Hiring - Custodian Assistants

We have immediate openings for full-time or part-time Custodian Assistants.  Starting pay is $14.25 an hour.  To apply, please go to employment.jordandistrict.org/apply/.

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April 2022 Health Insights CoverApril’s newsletter focuses on environmental wellness, featuring an insightful article on the connection between time spent in parks & overall happiness and eco-friendly tips for your home in honor of Earth Day. Embrace the outdoors with our Be Well & Wander challenge and Healthy Habits calendar activities, and take advantage of spring produce season with a delicious Lemony Roasted Asparagus recipe.

  • April 2022 Health Insights Newsletter

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It is time again for the Elementary Social Studies Newsletter.  This month you can find several informational texts for each grade level.  There are also a couple of bonus texts that could be used to honor the achievements of some deaf people for Deaf Awareness Month.  Included in the newsletter are some fun 6th grade social studies and literacy activities that are ready to use in the classroom.

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We have four events scheduled for the month of April! See the attached workshop flyers and details outlined below.

  • Topic: Mindful Focus
  • Topic:  Building Thriving Relationships
  • Topic:  Adult Anxiety Workshop (5 Week Course ) Every MONDAY
  • Topic: Parenting: Attachment
  • Date: April 19, 2 - 3 p.m. MT
  • Location: Online! 
  • Register at: blomquisthale.com/workshops/ 

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Check out the April 2022 Be Well newsletter from EMI. Stories include:

  • Teaching Kids to Enjoy Exercise - Spring is a great time for kids to enjoy physical activity, especially outdoors. Growing up well and fit, children and teens (ages six to 17) need to get regular moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic activity preferably daily, as recommended by the American Heart Association and the CDC.
  • Defining Diet Culture - If you’ve ever felt guilty about enjoying dessert or worked out to burn off a heavy meal, you’ve been affected by diet culture. Defined as “the belief that body size is more important than physical, psychological and general well-being,” diet culture convinces you that rigid control of your diet is somehow normal, and that only skinny bodies are acceptable.
  • Build Strong Work Relationships - What’s the value in getting along with our coworkers? The more confident we feel with our coworkers, the more assured we can feel voicing opinions and accepting new ideas. This level of teamwork can help us support work guidelines and frequent change and remain innovative.
  • Dealing with Loneliness - It’s normal to feel lonely sometimes, but ongoing loneliness is different. It’s the distressing feeling of being separated from others that’s often triggered by having few people to interact with regularly. Many things can cause loneliness: moving to a new city, a relationship breakup, the death of a close friend or relative, isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, or even long-term telecommuting.

To receive the monthly Be Well Newsletter via email and check out back issues, please visit the EMI Hope Health Newsletter page.

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Dear Employees,

The Jordan School District Board of Education has approved changing the scheduled Flex Friday on Friday, April 29 to a Professional Development Day for teachers. This day will be structured for teachers to have additional preparation time, professional development, and training.

This will be a regular contract day for all employees, unless you have made other arrangements with your supervisor.

There will be no classes or school services for students on Friday, April 29. No lunch service or busing will be provided.

If you have questions, please contact your supervisor.

Thank you.

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Throughout the day on Friday, April 1, 2022, Information Systems will be remotely performing required updates to devices across the District. Most computer users will not notice that these automatic updates are occurring. If you do experience an operational issue, please contact your building tech so they can address it in a timely and efficient manner. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this necessary work is completed.