CSD Hosts Parent Orientation for Dual Immersion Learners, Grades 6-12

What happens when Dual Language Immersion (DLI) students transition from fifth-grade to middle school or from eighth-grade to high school?  Answers to these questions, and more, will be explained as part of CSD’s Annual Orientation for parents of secondary DLI learners.  Families can access the virtual Orientation, along with other resources, on CSD’s online learning […]

Is Your Child a Good Fit for CSD’s Advanced-Learner Program?

Have you noticed that your child has an insatiable curiosity or a need to explore subjects in surprising depth? Or an ability to quickly learn complex information? Or a near constant need for mental stimulation? If so, your student might be a candidate for Canyons District’s SALTA magnet program for advanced learners. SALTA, Supporting Advanced […]

Here’s How CSD Teachers Can Get Money to Transform Their Classrooms

Teachers are constantly generating ideas for improving instruction. They are the secret sauce for innovation, a wellspring of ideas for advancing education, which is why the Canyons Education Foundation each year offers grants to help teachers bring their big ideas to fruition. Applications are open now for the Foundation’s competitive Innovation grants, which recognize and […]

Virtually Yours: Canyons Virtual Academy Expands to Bring ‘Me-Learning’ Free of Charge to all Utah Students, Grades 6-12

Founded in 2011, Canyons Virtual Academy — previously known as Canyons Online — has brought the benefits of digital learning to tens of thousands of Utah high school students from as far north as Logan to as far south as St. George. Now, the same proven, personalized learning will also be open to younger, middle-school-aged […]

Longtime CSD Educator Offers Tips for Taking the Middle School Plunge

From which outfit to wear, to meeting new teachers, a lot can weigh on the minds of sixth-graders and their parents as middle school begins. But Canyons District Instructional Coach Alison Keddington has these words of comfort for those taking the plunge: “Middle school is not like a high dive into a deep end, sink […]

Canyons District to Begin Online Registration Aug. 7

Registering for school just got easier. As always, back-to-school registration for Canyons District can be done online when it’s convenient for families. But now, when families sign into CSD’s registration portal, they’ll find streamlined step-by-step instructions to make the whole experience a whole lot easier. For return registrants, some demographic and contact information will be […]

Canyons District Accepting Nominations for 2023 Apex Awards

»»— 2023 CANYONS APEX AWARDS —«« They are the people on the front lines. They teach, lead, volunteer, inspire.   Every day during the school year, a dedicated corps of teachers, administrators, bus drivers, technology experts financial wizards, and lunch, office, and custodial staffs, as well as scores of classroom volunteers, work together as a […]

Summer Eats: Here’s Where Kids and Teens Can Find Free Summer Meals

When school is out for the summer, the stovetops will still be sizzling in Canyons District cafeterias. Four Canyons schools will be serving free breakfast and lunch from June 5 to July 28 as part of the federally-approved Summer Food Service Program. All children 18 years and younger are eligible to receive the nutritional meals […]

Canyons Announces 2023 High School Graduation Dates

In Canyons District, there’s something for everyone, from championship sports teams to award-winning arts, science and technology programs. From dual-language immersion classes in Spanish, French, and Chinese to college prep programs that allow you to earn college credit while in high school. Something to light the fire of learning. Something to inspire creativity. Something to […]

Canyons Board of Education Elects New Leadership Trio

A dedicated public servant and passionate supporter of public schools, Amber Shill was unanimously elected President of the Canyons Board of Education.  She is the second woman to helm Canyons’ seven-member governing body, following Nancy Tingey whose final act as President on Tuesday, Jan. 17 was to nominate Mrs. Shill as her successor.   A three-term […]