Canyons Punches Above its Weight, Claiming Largest Share of ‘Top 5’ K-8 Schools
Canyons District is home to a disproportionate share of Utah’s top-ranked schools. Twenty-four of CSD’s K-8 schools topped the charts in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, earning “Best Schools” badges for display on their websites. Two Canyons elementary schools are in Utah’s top five and eight are in the state’s top 25. […]
Partners in Technology: Canyons Seeks Community Input on K-6 Chromebook Usage
Digital proficiency is a non-negotiable skill for today’s students, and it’s up to schools — in partnership with families — to ensure students are safe, responsible, and informed users of the technological tools at their disposal. With this goal in mind, Canyons District is soliciting input from parents and guardians as the District reviews how […]
Board Summary, March 18, 2025
Note: Recordings and documents for agenda items can be accessed via BoardDocs by clicking on the corresponding agenda items Digital Connections Canyons elementary schools will be asked to make sure in-classroom use of Chromebooks is monitored by a teacher, Superintendent Dr. Rick Robins said during a presentation focusing on a planned communitywide conversation regarding CSD’s Chromebook filtering […]
The ‘Beet’ Lives on at Jordan High with Kelcey Kemp at the Helm
A beloved member of the Beetdigger family has been chosen to carry on the proud traditions of 117-year-old Jordan High School. Kelcey Kemp, currently an Assistant Principal at Jordan, has been appointed to serve as Principal with the start of the 2025-2026 contract year. He will replace Dr. Bruce Eschler who is leaving this summer […]
Canyons Announces Administrative Appointments, New Assignments
The Canyons Board of Education and Administration are pleased to announce the following administrative appointments and assignments. Effective with the start of the 2025-2026 contract year: The Board on March 18, 2025 also approved two additional Assistant Principal hires. Each appointee’s school-specific assignment will be decided at future Board meetings as the Board weighs additional […]
Board Summary, March 4, 2025
Note: Recordings and documents for agenda items can be accessed via BoardDocs by clicking on the corresponding agenda items Bond Refinancing The Board of Education voted to set into motion the mechanics to refinance $25.5 million on bonds that were issued in April 2015. The Board voted unanimously for a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale […]
Notice of Bonds to be Refinanced, Repaid Early
Notice of Bonds to be Refinanced, Repaid Early In a move to save $1 million in taxpayer funds, the Canyons Board of Education on March 4, 2025 approved a resolution to approve the “refunding” of up to $25.5 million in voter-approved bonds. This will reduce the repayment timeframe by two years, retiring the 2010 bonds […]
Albion Middle Community Unites Through Shared Reading of Popular Book
We all know reading is fundamental to learning. But did you know it also reduces stress? Or that it can help you sleep better, keep your mind sharp, and improve your relationships? Imagine, then, the benefits of an entire school community reading together, from every student and teacher to the custodians, Main Office staff, and […]
CSD’s ‘Book Hero’ Knows Reading Takes Practice and Practice Can Be Fun
Gretchen Zaitzeff is a children’s literacy warrior, storming the front lines with books as her weapons and knowledge as her armor. “Democracy depends on it,” says Canyons District’s Library and Media Specialist. “Democracy depends on an informed electorate.” Zaitzeff’s efforts have earned her the praise of her peers. She received Operation Literacy’s 2025 “Book Hero Award” at […]
Take A Bow: Annual Retirees Banquet
