Here’s What It Takes To Earn National Distinction For College-Readiness

Merriam Webster defines the word avid as characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit. That’s exactly how students in our five AVID schools pursue their education with the goal of graduating college- and career-ready. AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, and it’s a research-backed college prep program which is offered at 7,500 schools across the […]
Draper Park ‘Shark Tank’ Competition to be Featured on CNBC

When CNBC contacted representatives for the state of Utah, saying they wanted to feature a school that embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of the state, the spotlight was turned to Draper Park Middle School and its “Shark Tank” competition for young entrepreneurs. “Out of hundreds of schools, they chose our College and Career Awareness class,” says […]
Connect Canyons: Brighton Alumni Shines as Miss Utah
Brighton High Grad Sparkles as Miss Utah, Sets Sights on Miss America Crown

The sparkling tiara of Miss America is within the reach of a Brighton High graduate who has dreamed of winning the title since she was a small girl watching the pageant on television. Paris Matthews, a 2016 BHS graduate and the current Miss Utah, is doing her final preparations before leaving for Florida to vie […]
CTEC Students Spread Healing, Hope Through Festival of Trees

As Nathan Hampton strolled through rows upon rows of shining Tannenbaums, colorful quilts, and elaborate playhouses at the Festival of Trees, he thought about what it would be like for his construction students at the Canyons Technical Education Center (CTEC) to take part in the annual event. “I want the kids to be able to […]
Indian Hills Students Make Their Mark with ‘Makers Got Talent’ Competition

Seeing a student succeed in the classroom is enough to bring joy to any educator. Seeing students take what they’ve learned and use it to create a new program for their school is something truly special — which is exactly what Indian Hills eighth graders Bryce Campbell and William Bangerter accomplished last year. It all […]
Connect Canyons: Power of Volunteerism in CSD
The Power of Volunteerism in Canyons School District

Here at Canyons School District, our community is rooted in the idea of helping each other. This year alone, more than 8,500 volunteers have lent a hand in classrooms and schools across the District. In light of International Volunteer Day, the Connect Canyons crew sat down with two of the most generous volunteers in the […]
Connect Canyons: Teachers ‘Keeping it Real’ with AI
Connect Canyons: School Psychology
