First-Time Canyons Principals Celebrate New Roles, Communities

Bruce Eschler could’ve been speaking for all five of Canyons District’s first-time principals with an admission he made leading up to the 2021-22 school year.  “It’s exciting,” Eschler said of his new position, “but I’m experiencing all the emotions right now.” If it makes the new Jordan High principal feel better, the District’s four other first-time principals — Michelle Shimmin, who […]

Canyons District Joins Nationwide Lawsuit Against Vape Maker Juul Labs

Canyons School District is joining a mass-action federal lawsuit against Juul Labs, alleging the e-cigarette maker has downplayed the health risks of its products in marketing campaigns to minors, which has led to an increase in vaping on school campuses.  About 500 school districts across the country, including Tooele, Provo, Ogden, Jordan, Salt Lake, Washington, […]

CSD Calls on Community to Help Recruit Substitutes

Even in years without tumult, it takes a village to raise the next generation of entrepreneurs, scientists, artists, and leaders. But now more than ever, Canyons District is relying on members of the community to help all of its 50 schools and programs continue to operate smoothly.  While the corps of certified substitutes in Canyons […]

Canyons Announces Dates, Times for SALTA Testing

Does your child have a strong sense of curiosity, a need to explore subjects in surprising depth, and ability to quickly learn complex information?  If so, your student might be a candidate for Canyons District’s SALTA magnet program for advanced learners — and the time for applying to test into the program for the 2022-2023 […]

Stand Together: CSD Students, Teachers United in their Hopes for the School Year

They’re excited and a little nervous, eager to meet new people and try new things, and grateful to be returning to the familiar rhythms of school. It’s a new school year in Canyons District filled with familiar hopes for students and teachers — and there’s something comforting about that. Something comforting about knowing that, amid […]

A Back-to-School Bash! Canyons District Night with Real Salt Lake is Sept. 4

The chill in the air means that summer has fallen to autumn. The change of seasons also means it’s time for Canyons District to come alive with a back-to-school buzz.  Since Monday, Aug. 16, students have been back in class, preparing themselves to be college- and career-ready when they graduate from high school.  Our teachers […]

Class of 2034 Sets Sights on Future with Annual Kindergarten College-Ready Day

Kindergartners enjoying the assembly. Doctors, nurses, cowboys, fishermen, and police officers were just a few of the many professions represented at a special assembly for kindergartners on Friday morning at Midvalley Elementary.  A superhero also made an appearance alongside these everyday heroes: kindergarten teachers Ashley Bell, Vicki Houmand and Jenifer Robinson, Principal Margaret Swanicke and […]

Free WiFi • Canyons Connects Families with Internet Access

Try imagining life without computers. Impossible, right? Technology has changed how we consume news and entertainment, make travel plans, stay in touch with our friends, shop, and even learn.  Yet, a surprising number of Canyons District students — 10 to 15 percent — have no access to a computer or reliable Internet at home.  As […]

CSD Superintendent Welcomes Questions, Feedback at Districtwide Listening Tour

Have a question about Canyons School District? Suggestions, concerns or compliments? Or maybe, after the months of social distancing that coincided with Dr. Rick Robins’ first year as CSD’s Superintendent, you’d like to meet him in person. Coming soon to a middle school near you: community members will have a chance to do just that […]

Aim of CSD’s Data-Driven Back-to-School Plan is to Keep Schools Open, Safe

Canyons District will follow a comprehensive and evidence-driven Back-to-School Action Plan to maintain safe and welcoming learning environments in the 2021-2022 school year.  The aim of CSD’s strategic and layered approach, which is put into place as the global COVID-19 health crisis is addressed at local levels, is to safeguard student wellness while also ensuring […]