Canyons District’s 2017 Teachers of the Year
These classroom powerhouses are the superheroes preparing the leaders of the future. Congratulations to all of the 2017 Canyons School District Teachers of the Year, who will be named in surprise celebrations at every school in Canyons District in the coming weeks. Even without capes, biceps of steel and magic powers, these outstanding educators inspire […]
Board of Education Announces 3 Superintendent Finalists
The Canyons Board of Education today announces the historic selection of three finalists in the national search to appoint the District’s next Superintendent. The finalists, chosen after an exhaustive application-review and interview process, are the following veteran administrators and educators: Dr. James Briscoe, Superintendent of Schools, DeKalb Community Unit School District No. 428 in DeKalb, […]
CSD’s Interim Superintendent Announces Intention to Retire
Interim Superintendent Dr. Ginger Rhode, who played a major role in the launch of the Canyons School District and the creation and implementation of the District’s academic plan, is retiring, effective July 1, 2014. Dr. Rhode has served as Canyons’ Deputy Superintendent for Student Achievement and Chief Academic Officer since November 2008. She has served […]
Spring Skiing! Snowbird Announces Discount ‘Canyons Days’
Winter’s on its way out so let’s hit the slopes for some spring skiing. Snowbird, one of Canyons District’s fantastic community partners, is hosting “Canyons Days at Snowbird” on the next several Fridays. On Fridays, from now until Friday, April 25, Canyons District employees, students and their families can purchase heavily discounted lift passes. […]
Board Meeting Summary March 25, 2014
HR OrientationDistrict Human Resources Director Steve Dimond outlined equal opportunity processes to assist the Board in preparations to interview candidates for the superintendency. Dimond suggested posing the same questions for all candidates. He provided the types of questions that cannot be asked under the law, such as those regarding a candidate’s marital status, child care […]
CSD, Special Olympics Team Up On Inclusive Sports Program
Students at Alta, Brighton, Jordan and Hillcrest took the field Wednesday to help kick off the first-ever Unified Sports soccer games in Utah. Through a partnership with the Utah High School Activities Association, Special Olympics Utah started offering an inclusive sports program called Unified Sports that provides an opportunity for students with and without disabilities […]
Add ‘Sterling Scholar’ To Resumes of Hillcrest, Jordan Students
Two Canyons District students were golden in their efforts to become Sterling Scholars, an annual competition of academic achievement sponsored by the Deseret News and KSL-TV Channel 5. Hillcrest High’s David Sagae was announced as the overall winner in Business and Marketing, and Jordan High’s Tanner Nelson topped the competition in World Languages. Sagae, son of Joaquim and Caroline […]
CSD Kicks Off Development of Soccer Field For Brighton Bengals
With swift kicks of soccer balls through goal posts by two Brighton High student athletes, the Canyons District community cheered the start of work on a soccer field in front of the newly rebuilt Butler Middle School. Applause was constant at the Thursday, March 13, 2014 party to mark the start of work on the project, […]
Board Meeting Summary March 11, 2014
Superintendent Search Update Superintendent Search Consultants Rickie McCandless and Claudia Seeley provided an update on their progress in the national search for the new CSD superintendent. The consultants have received inquiries from potential applicants living in 11 states and overseas, McCandless reported. The names and numbers of applicants will not be announced at this time […]
New Soccer Field Kickoff March 13
Black top or green grass? When it comes to open space by Butler Middle School, the Canyons Board of Education is taking the field. The Board has unanimously approved a plan to preserve open space and pursue the development of a soccer field in front of the newly rebuilt Butler Middle School. A kickoff celebration […]
