District News
Thursday, 23 May 2013 14:01
Goal! Mount Jordan, Union, Butler Win Soccer Titles
Mount Jordan soccer netted its second consecutive championship, and Union and Butler students secured their first titles in Canyons' 2013 Middle School Intramural Soccer Tournament.
The Mountaineers' ninth-grade team won the age-division championship, maintaining their winning streak set with an eighth-grade championship in 2012. Union Middle School's eighth-graders won the title in their grade-level division, and Butler seventh-graders took the trophy in their division.
Indian Hills ninth-graders, Crescent View eighth-graders and Albion seventh-graders finished in second place at the tournament, held Wednesday, May 22 at Union Middle School.
Canyons kicked off the Middle School Intramurals Program in fall 2009 in response to patron requests for competitive athletic and academic events open to all students. This year, middle school students have participated in Cross Country, Chess, and 3-on-3 Basketball tournaments under the Middle School Intramurals Program.
The Mountaineers' ninth-grade team won the age-division championship, maintaining their winning streak set with an eighth-grade championship in 2012. Union Middle School's eighth-graders won the title in their grade-level division, and Butler seventh-graders took the trophy in their division.
Indian Hills ninth-graders, Crescent View eighth-graders and Albion seventh-graders finished in second place at the tournament, held Wednesday, May 22 at Union Middle School.
Canyons kicked off the Middle School Intramurals Program in fall 2009 in response to patron requests for competitive athletic and academic events open to all students. This year, middle school students have participated in Cross Country, Chess, and 3-on-3 Basketball tournaments under the Middle School Intramurals Program.
Thursday, 23 May 2013 09:14
Class of 2013: 67% to Earn Honors, Advanced Diplomas
Congratulations, Class of 2013! An estimated 67 percent of graduating seniors have earned an Advanced or Honors diploma. That's an increase of 2 percentage points from the number of college- and career-ready diplomas earned by the Class of 2012, and 7 percentage points more than the number earned by the Class of 2011.
The Canyons Board of Education was the first in Utah to offer students differentiated diplomas to indicate college- and career-readiness. With support from the Commissioner of the Utah System of Higher Education, the Utah Board of Regents, the Salt Lake Chamber and the Utah Technology Council, the Canyons Board adopted the Advanced and Honors diplomas in February 2010 as part of its college- and career-ready academic framework. The first Advanced and Honors diplomas, which require rigorous coursework and competency in core subjects, were awarded to the Class of 2011.
The Board of Education will honor this year's Advanced and Honors diploma recipients at an open house Tuesday, May 28, 2013, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Jordan High School.
The data for the Class of 2013 are estimates, and will be solidified in late summer 2013.
Of this year's graduating seniors, 36 percent are expected to earn Advanced Diplomas, up from 33 percent for the Class of 2011. Thirty-one percent of this year's graduating seniors are expected to earn Honors Diplomas, up from 27 percent for the Class of 2011.
In addition to current graduation standards, the Advanced Diploma requires students ot complete two credits of world language; credits in more rigorous laboratory sciences and college-prep English in the 12th grade; and competency in Algebra 2.
The Honors Diploma requires students to complete Advanced Diploma requirements and earn College-Readiness Benchmark Scores on the ACT college-entrance exam. The Benchmark Scores are (on a scale of 1-36): 18 in English; 21 in Reading; 22 in Mathematics; and 24 in Science.
The Canyons Board of Education was the first in Utah to offer students differentiated diplomas to indicate college- and career-readiness. With support from the Commissioner of the Utah System of Higher Education, the Utah Board of Regents, the Salt Lake Chamber and the Utah Technology Council, the Canyons Board adopted the Advanced and Honors diplomas in February 2010 as part of its college- and career-ready academic framework. The first Advanced and Honors diplomas, which require rigorous coursework and competency in core subjects, were awarded to the Class of 2011.
The Board of Education will honor this year's Advanced and Honors diploma recipients at an open house Tuesday, May 28, 2013, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Jordan High School.
The data for the Class of 2013 are estimates, and will be solidified in late summer 2013.
Of this year's graduating seniors, 36 percent are expected to earn Advanced Diplomas, up from 33 percent for the Class of 2011. Thirty-one percent of this year's graduating seniors are expected to earn Honors Diplomas, up from 27 percent for the Class of 2011.
In addition to current graduation standards, the Advanced Diploma requires students ot complete two credits of world language; credits in more rigorous laboratory sciences and college-prep English in the 12th grade; and competency in Algebra 2.
The Honors Diploma requires students to complete Advanced Diploma requirements and earn College-Readiness Benchmark Scores on the ACT college-entrance exam. The Benchmark Scores are (on a scale of 1-36): 18 in English; 21 in Reading; 22 in Mathematics; and 24 in Science.
Tuesday, 21 May 2013 17:46
CSD Announces Summer Food Service Program
Throughout the summer, free meals will be made available at several locations to children 18 years or younger.
Meals will be available from June 10-Aug. 9, 2013 at Copperview, East Midvale, Midvale and Sandy elementaries, and Union Park.
Breakfast will be served 8:30-9:30 a.m. Lunch will be served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Adults may purchase meals at these sites. Prices are $2 for breakfast and $3 for lunch.
Meals will not be available July Fourth and July 24 in observance of the Fourth of July and Pioneer Day Holidays. No meal service is available on Saturdays or Sundays.
The following site will be serving lunch only:
Union Park
7360 S. 700 East
Midvale, Utah 84047
The following sites will be serving breakfast and lunch:
Copperview Elementary
8449 S. 150 West
Midvale, Utah
84047
East Midvale Elementary
6990 S. 300 East
Midvale, Utah
84047
Sandy Elementary
8725 S. 280 East
Sandy, Utah
84070
Midvale Elementary
7830 S. Chapel St.
Midvale, Utah
84047
In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Meals will be available from June 10-Aug. 9, 2013 at Copperview, East Midvale, Midvale and Sandy elementaries, and Union Park.
Breakfast will be served 8:30-9:30 a.m. Lunch will be served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Adults may purchase meals at these sites. Prices are $2 for breakfast and $3 for lunch.
Meals will not be available July Fourth and July 24 in observance of the Fourth of July and Pioneer Day Holidays. No meal service is available on Saturdays or Sundays.
The following site will be serving lunch only:
Union Park
7360 S. 700 East
Midvale, Utah 84047
The following sites will be serving breakfast and lunch:
Copperview Elementary
8449 S. 150 West
Midvale, Utah
84047
East Midvale Elementary
6990 S. 300 East
Midvale, Utah
84047
Sandy Elementary
8725 S. 280 East
Sandy, Utah
84070
Midvale Elementary
7830 S. Chapel St.
Midvale, Utah
84047
In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Monday, 20 May 2013 13:43
Help Build Up Midvale By Buying Brick From Old School
You can help build up programs at the new Midvale Elementary by buying bricks from the old, now-demolished school on Center Street.
Midvale Elementary supporters can now buy a brick of the six-decade-old building for $10 or $15 with an engraved plate. If you order more than 10 bricks you can receive them for $5 per brick or $10 per brick with an engraved plate.
Also, the PTA continues to sell the pavers for the sidewalk leading to the front entrance of the school. Each paver has an individualized message, and will forever mark your family’s support of the school or your child’s accomplishments as a Midvale Mustang. Small bricks are $50 and large bricks are $100. You can add a picture for $25.
The bricks from the school and the pavers will be for sale at the Midvale PTA Carnival on Thursday, May 30. The event will be from 3-8 p.m. at the school, 7830 Chapel St. Orders also can be sent to Suzanne Walker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Midvale Elementary supporters can now buy a brick of the six-decade-old building for $10 or $15 with an engraved plate. If you order more than 10 bricks you can receive them for $5 per brick or $10 per brick with an engraved plate.
Also, the PTA continues to sell the pavers for the sidewalk leading to the front entrance of the school. Each paver has an individualized message, and will forever mark your family’s support of the school or your child’s accomplishments as a Midvale Mustang. Small bricks are $50 and large bricks are $100. You can add a picture for $25.
The bricks from the school and the pavers will be for sale at the Midvale PTA Carnival on Thursday, May 30. The event will be from 3-8 p.m. at the school, 7830 Chapel St. Orders also can be sent to Suzanne Walker at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Monday, 20 May 2013 11:58
CSD Counselor Earns Top U. Honors
A shiny new plaque on Rich Landward’s office wall serves as recognition for his hard work. But the CSD Student Support Specialist insists that the honor isn’t just for him. Landward says he shares the honor — the Clinical Faculty of the Year Award from the University of Utah’s College of Social Work — with those around him in CSD who are dedicated to building up Care Coordination, an evidence-based initiative that links students and parents in Title I communities to mental health and other community services.
Landward, who this year supervised master-level social work interns at Copperview, East Midvale, Midvale and Sandy elementary schools as part of the Care Coordination program, was surprised with the award at a recognitions ceremony at the University of Utah. While he knew he had been nominated for the award, he says he “had no idea” he’d won.
Landward says at-school mental health services have the potential to boost student achievement. If students have immediate access to services that can help them cope with, for example, mood disorders, trauma, depression, anger, or family disruptions, then it may positively affect how they perform in the classroom. It also has been shown to reduce behavioral issues.
Karen Sterling, Director of the Office of Student Advocacy and Access, lauded Landward for his efforts. “We are very excited for Rich and proud to have him on the Student Advocacy Team,” she said.
Landward, who this year supervised master-level social work interns at Copperview, East Midvale, Midvale and Sandy elementary schools as part of the Care Coordination program, was surprised with the award at a recognitions ceremony at the University of Utah. While he knew he had been nominated for the award, he says he “had no idea” he’d won.
Landward says at-school mental health services have the potential to boost student achievement. If students have immediate access to services that can help them cope with, for example, mood disorders, trauma, depression, anger, or family disruptions, then it may positively affect how they perform in the classroom. It also has been shown to reduce behavioral issues.
Karen Sterling, Director of the Office of Student Advocacy and Access, lauded Landward for his efforts. “We are very excited for Rich and proud to have him on the Student Advocacy Team,” she said.
Monday, 20 May 2013 11:52
Jordan Wind Symphony Achieves String of 'Superior' Rankings
The seniors who play with Jordan High’s Wind Symphony can walk across the stage at commencement knowing they are leaving a superior legacy intact. Earlier this month, the school’s Wind Symphony, led by teacher Randal Clark, took home honors at the Utah State Concert Band Festival.
Out of 35 bands that qualified for the festival, Jordan was one of only six that received “Superior” ratings for its performance. This marks the 12th consecutive year that Jordan’s student musicians achieved such high scores, which Clark says is a “pretty big deal in the music world — kind of like the Superbowl.”
Senior Holly Tuft, who plays the clarinet, says the scores are sweet relief after years of hard work. “It feels good to have contributed to continuing the legacy,” says Tuft, who has earned a music scholarship at Southern Utah University. The win at the festival also showed “that we work hard and don’t give up,” said Adam Millett, the senior percussionist.
The students performed “Americans We,” by Henry Fillmore; “Ride,” by Samuel R. Hazo; and “One Life Beautiful,” by Julie Giroux.
This is just the latest in a series of superior ratings for the Beetdiggers. In fact, Clark says, Jordan’s string of top ratings for students in Concert Band, Jazz Band and Orchestra make it one of the most successful programs in the state.
Out of 35 bands that qualified for the festival, Jordan was one of only six that received “Superior” ratings for its performance. This marks the 12th consecutive year that Jordan’s student musicians achieved such high scores, which Clark says is a “pretty big deal in the music world — kind of like the Superbowl.”
Senior Holly Tuft, who plays the clarinet, says the scores are sweet relief after years of hard work. “It feels good to have contributed to continuing the legacy,” says Tuft, who has earned a music scholarship at Southern Utah University. The win at the festival also showed “that we work hard and don’t give up,” said Adam Millett, the senior percussionist.
The students performed “Americans We,” by Henry Fillmore; “Ride,” by Samuel R. Hazo; and “One Life Beautiful,” by Julie Giroux.
This is just the latest in a series of superior ratings for the Beetdiggers. In fact, Clark says, Jordan’s string of top ratings for students in Concert Band, Jazz Band and Orchestra make it one of the most successful programs in the state.
Friday, 17 May 2013 16:20
Midvale Student Advances to National Essay Contest
Midvale Middle School eighth-grader and student essayist Timothy Hui has been selected to represent Utah at the National Do the Write Thing essay contest — and to have his essay about ending youth violence entered into the Library of Congress. The Do the Write Thing Challenge offers seventh- and eighth-grade students an opportunity to examine the impact of youth violence on their lives and write essays proposing prevention tactics to break the cycle of violence in their homes, schools and neighborhoods. The national challenge is administered locally through the Utah Board of Juvenile Justice, which selects one boy and one girl to represent Utah at the national competition.
Hui, his teacher Jennifer Romney, and his parents will travel to the national competition July 20-14, 2013. He received a complementary airfare and hotel stay, and received a $500 donation to a Utah Educational Savings Plan account.
Canyons has four other students receiving state honors for their essays. They are:
See Hui talk to KUTV's Cristina Flores about his essay and his ideas on how to reduce bullying in schools.
Hui, his teacher Jennifer Romney, and his parents will travel to the national competition July 20-14, 2013. He received a complementary airfare and hotel stay, and received a $500 donation to a Utah Educational Savings Plan account.
Canyons has four other students receiving state honors for their essays. They are:
- National Finalist: Tyler Hill, Crescent View Middle School. Teacher: Jenna Fitch.
- State Finalists: Mason Edwards and Abby Hall, Crescent View; Chandler Wakefield, Midvale Middle.
See Hui talk to KUTV's Cristina Flores about his essay and his ideas on how to reduce bullying in schools.
Thursday, 09 May 2013 09:52
Submit Your Nominations For The 2013 Apex Awards
Do you think your co-workers, parent volunteers or community supporters deserve accolades? There’s a way to cast the spotlight on their good work and exemplary dedication to students: Canyons District’s Apex Awards, the highest awards that are bestowed by the Board of Education and Administration.
The Apex Awards are given each fall to educators, employees, local elected officials, corporate partners, community leaders and volunteers at a by-invitation-only event. This will be the fourth year CSD has honored outstanding educators, administrators and community supporters with Apex Awards.
Nominations will be taken until July 1, 2013.
Apex Award categories are:
Nominations for Apex Awards can be submitted for all categories except Teacher of the Year. Our Teacher of the Year is selected in the spring and is CSD’s nominee in the state Teacher of the Year competition.
Questions? Call Jeff Haney in the Office of Public Communications at 801-826-5084 or send a note to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The Apex Awards are given each fall to educators, employees, local elected officials, corporate partners, community leaders and volunteers at a by-invitation-only event. This will be the fourth year CSD has honored outstanding educators, administrators and community supporters with Apex Awards.
Nominations will be taken until July 1, 2013.
Apex Award categories are:
- Teacher of the Year
- School Administrator of the Year
- District Administrator of the Year
- Business Partner of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Elected Official of the Year
- Education Support Professional of the Year
- Legacy Award
Nominations for Apex Awards can be submitted for all categories except Teacher of the Year. Our Teacher of the Year is selected in the spring and is CSD’s nominee in the state Teacher of the Year competition.
Questions? Call Jeff Haney in the Office of Public Communications at 801-826-5084 or send a note to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Wednesday, 08 May 2013 15:54
Staying Healthy: CSD Celebrates School Nurse Week
In honor of School Nurse Week, May 6-12, Canyons District expresses appreciation for the good work done by our school nurses. The week ends on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who is known as the founder of modern nursing.
Also, Wednesday, May 8, was National School Nurse Day. It was established in 1972 to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting. Today, school nursing is recognized as a specialized practice that advances the healthy, academic success, and life-long achievement of students.
CSD thanks the school nurses for their efforts to keep us healthy. A luncheon will be hosted at the Canyons Administration Building on Thursday in their honor.
The CSD school nurses are:
Also, Wednesday, May 8, was National School Nurse Day. It was established in 1972 to foster a better understanding of the role of school nurses in the educational setting. Today, school nursing is recognized as a specialized practice that advances the healthy, academic success, and life-long achievement of students.
CSD thanks the school nurses for their efforts to keep us healthy. A luncheon will be hosted at the Canyons Administration Building on Thursday in their honor.
The CSD school nurses are:
- Stacy Drew
- Lisa Gee
- Sally Goodger
- Martee Hawkins
- Suzanne Madsen
- DeDee Madsen
- Nancy Purcell
- Teresa Scheidler-Hildebrand
- Lorie Seeger
- Cheryl Argyle
Wednesday, 08 May 2013 13:47
Flower Power: Pick Up Your Spring Flowers At CTEC
Pick up plants you’d like to see growing in your yards at the Canyons Technical Education Center, 825 E. 9085 South, Sandy. A sale on plants and flowers is now underway. Geraniums, petunias, tomatoes and snapdragons are among the plants for sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday. Questions? Please call 801-826-6600.
