You’re Invited! Join us for the Grand Opening of Alta View
As Alta View students looked out of their classroom windows last year, they saw a strange shape taking place in the corner of the field behind the school. What looked, at first, like a jumble of beams and blocks was no mystery, however. They knew they were watching the creation of the schoolhouse that would […]
Hundreds Attend Midvale Middle School’s Grand Opening
As the doors of Midvale Middle officially opened to the public on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2017, students didn’t just walk toward the school’s entryway they ran. The energy was palpable as they hurried to see what the new classrooms, auditorium and gymnasium in Canyons District’s newest school looks like. “Whoever designed this school was […]
Alta High’s Rique Ochoa Crowned Utah History Teacher of the Year
Rique Ochoa’s approach to teaching is simple: stick with what you love. As an Alta High history teacher, Ochoa loves to tell stories. He loves to make history relatable to his students, and he loves to expose them to the experts in his field. That’s what has motivated him to teach for nearly 40 years, […]
Ribbon Cutting: Help us Celebrate the New Midvale Middle
When architects of the new Midvale Middle suggested cloistering the library in a quiet corner of the building, the school’s Media Specialist said, “Sorry, but that just won’t do.” The library, she explained, should be at the center of the school. It should be an open, inviting space for students to hang out with friends, […]
Employee Attendance Incentive calculated for 2016-2017
Canyons District is pleased to announce the 2016-2017 attendance incentive payouts per employee. The incentive amounts are calculated based on the number of eligible full-time employees and the number of sick, personal and no-pay days taken. The incentives will be paid on the July 31 paycheck. The payout amounts for 2016-2017 are as follows: Employee […]
CSD Online Tool for School Transfer Requests
Open Enrollment Application School choice transfers are approved through a process known as “permitting.” Starting, Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017, families can complete their application via their personal computer from the comfort of their homes. Schools also have computers available to assist families with the application process. Applying is easy: Simply click here and follow the […]
Is Your Child Ready for School?
When does school start? Where does my child meet the bus? What’s on the lunch menu? You’ve got back-to-school questions. Canyons School District has answers. Parents can stay in the know by frequently checking canyonsdistrict.org, but following are a few key dates and pieces of information for families to keep in mind. For Your CalendarAug. […]
Tools for School: Help us Collect School Supplies for Students in Need
Canyons District’s summertime fundraising luncheon has gone countywide! Each summer, Canyons District employees collect food, clothing and back-to-school supplies for students in needand this year, we’re inviting everyone to participate. Join us as we take part in Z104’s three-day, “Tools for School” donation drive. Giving is easy. Just drop off your donations in the south-end parking […]
Bowling a Lifeline for Hillcrest Sophomore
Fifteen-year-old survives lung surgery to compete in national bowling championship Emily Pelzer was just 7 years old when she first saw a school flier inviting kids to come bowling. It seemed like it could be fun, so she asked her mom if they could go. Eight years later, the soon-to-be sophomore at Hillcrest is still […]
CSD Named ‘District of Distinction’ for Bridging the Achievement Gap
A summer academy created to put entering Hillcrest High freshmen on the path to excel their first, make-or-break year, and beyond, has earned CSD the honor of being named a 2017 District of Distinction by District Administration Magazine. The award recognizes districts for leading the way with educational innovations “that are yielding quantifiable benefits, and […]
