Success in Education Drives Utah’s ‘Best in Nation’ Ranking
It is any wonder that a state recently touted as a best place to teach also tops the charts when it comes to educational outcomes? Utah was named the 2nd best state in the nation for education, just behind Florida, according to a U.S. News & World Report ranking released in May, 2024. The ranking […]
Sign Up for Parenting Classes, Student Supports at the Canyons Family Center
People are stressed. The COVID-19 pandemic, global conflicts, and the always-connected nature of modern life are weighing on our collective consciousness. But no one needs to face these pressures alone. In Canyons School District, there’s a resource called the Canyons Family Center, which, for 15 years, has provided a spectrum of wellness supports to families […]
Utah Royals Roster Bolstered by Talents, Skills of Alta High Graduates
Michele Vasconcelos set the Alta High record for the number of goals scored in a single season when she dominated the prep scene in 2011 with her Hawk teammates. The big moment came during the 65th minute of the 5A state championship at the then-Rio Tinto Stadium that gave the Hawks the state trophy. That record […]
This ‘World’s Best’ Bus Driver Calls Canyons District Home
Jeremy Klung doesn’t just love driving a school bus, he’s good at it. Scratch that, he’s great at it — particularly when it comes to the precision required to steer a 35-to-40 foot long vehicle through construction zones and along snowy roads with the goal of safely getting dozens of children to and from school […]
Midvale Homeless Shelter Named for Student Advocate Connie Crosby
When Connie Crosby first heard of the plan being hatched to rename The Road Home homeless shelter after her, she — in typical Connie fashion — demurred. “I was somewhat reluctant, because I can think of a lot of people in this Midvale community and at this shelter who are so deserving,” she recalled. But […]
Canyons Announces New Administrative Appointments
The Canyons Board of Education and administration are pleased to announce the following administrative appointments for the 2024-2025 school year. The appointments are effective immediately. Ari Tavo, who had previously transferred from Hillcrest High to Midvale Middle School, will return to Hillcrest as an assistant principal. Tavo replaces OJ Gulley who resigned to take advantage […]
Millerberg Family Supports Team CSD with Donation to Employee Scholarship Fund
When weighing educational policies and budgets, the late Mont Millerberg prioritized the needs of students and teachers, often making a point to emphasize, “the magic is the classroom.” In keeping with this philosophy, and in support of the teaching profession, the Millerberg family has donated a significant sum under Mont Millerberg’s name to match employee […]
Canyons District Now Accepting Utah Fits All Scholarships
You’ve enrolled in a private school with no football team, marching band, or robotics program. You’re homeschooling and wanting hands-on exposure to engineering, woodworking, or drone aviation. Or, maybe you want to graduate early with online courses you complete at your own pace. Look no further than Canyons School District, which is now approved to […]
Canyons Announces Date, Time of Truth-in-Taxation Hearing
To keep pace with inflation and cover growing operational expenses, Canyons District is proposing an increase in the Certified Tax Rate for the 2024-2025 school year. This is the first time in five years the District has sought to recoup inflation through a rate increase, which will be used to cover rising costs in wages, […]
