Growing Numbers of Canyons’ High School Seniors are Graduating with this Badge of Honor. Here’s Why.
This badge of honor gives students a competitive edge when applying for jobs and college. It was earned by 85 percent of Canyons’ high school seniors who applied for it last year, 16 percent of whom were fluent in more than one language. It’s called the Seal of Biliteracy — and the time to apply […]
Thank You, CSD’s ESPs! Our Education Support Professionals are Second to None
If you’ve been around education, it’s likely you’ve heard the acronym ESP in conversations. In this context, ESP is not referring to a sixth sense. It’s not related to the sports network ESPN, either. In the education world, ESPs are all of the non-licensed employees who help students, teachers and administrators succeed at school. The […]
Board Summary, Nov. 15, 2022
Note: Recordings and documents for agenda items can be accessed via BoardDocs by clicking on the corresponding agenda items. Performance, Satisfaction Measures The Board of Education reviewed performance measures of Canyons schools. CSD Research and Assessment Director Dr. Hal Sanderson told the Board of Education that 2022 was a solid year for Canyons school accountability and student […]
Patriotism Abounds as CSD Schools Celebrate Veterans Day
Earlier this fall, students around the state were invited to write an essay about a military veteran. When Azaylea Olson heard about the writing contest, the Silver Mesa Elementary fifth-grader’s thoughts focused on a veteran she knows and loves: retired United States Navy Aviation Radioman 1st Class Jim Weakland — or, as she calls him, […]
School Psychologists: Thanks for Helping our Students and Schools Shine Together!
Considering the challenges our students and schools overcame the past few years, the theme of this year’s National School Psychology Week is quite fitting. As the mantra suggests, “Together We Shine.” School psychologists, who were being honored from Nov. 7-11 for the annual week of recognition, have played an important behind-the-scenes role in helping students […]
Winter Weather 101: What Happens When Heavy Snow Hits Canyons District Schools?
Temperatures have dropped, and the mountains are blanketed in glistening layers of snow, which means winter has arrived! What are Canyons District’s procedures and guidelines regarding snow closures and delays? First and foremost, we live in Utah — a state well-prepared for big snow. It’s important to know that Canyons District will make every effort to keep […]
CSD Recruiter Sally Sansom Recognized by Western Governors University for Efforts to Grow Teacher Pipeline
For her outstanding work recruiting and supporting educators in the Canyons School District, Western Governors University presented Sally Sansom with the WGU Elevate Award. Sansom received the award in front of dozens of colleagues, family, and friends during an administrative meeting at the Canyons District Office. The online, nonprofit university presents the WGU Elevate Award […]
Governor’s Office Recognizes Diamond Ridge High’s Suzanne Hales
She is an unfailingly kind and fiercely loyal champion of students. But don’t expect her to put up with any nonsense. Whether Suzanne Hales is getting after students for coming late to school or consoling them with words of compassion, the Head Secretary at Diamond Ridge High makes it known how much she cares. “Suzanne […]
Board Summary, Nov. 1, 2022
Note: Recordings and documents for agenda items can be accessed via BoardDocs by clicking on the corresponding agenda items. Elementary School Grading Term Adjustments The Board of Education is considering a proposal to alter the grading terms in Canyons elementary schools from trimester to quarters. School Performance Director Dr. McKay Robinson told the Board the suggested change […]
The Panthers Return: Peruvian Park Elementary Re-Opens with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Add this to the gratitude list for the Peruvian Park Panthers: The opening of their newly rebuilt school, just in time for the Thanksgiving season. Made possible as part of an ambitious plan to improve schools in every corner of Canyons School District, the rebuild of the 58-year-old campus is something the Panther community has […]