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December 23, 2009
Winter Break
All Salt Lake City School District offices and schools will be closed from December 24, 2009, through January 1, 2010. Normal office and school hours will resume on Monday, January 4, 2010.
December 16, 2009
Holiday Surprise for Students
Employees at the district office volunteered their personal time today to assemble over 500 surprise gifts for Salt Lake City students. Fittingly, each package is perfect for enjoying a good book on a cold winter night.
» More information and video of the assembly lines...
December 16, 2009
National Board Certified Teachers
Congratulations to the district's newest National Board Certified teachers: Carolyn Brimhall, Julie Lloyd, Karen Trujillio, and Karl Wagstaff. Like board-certified doctors and accountants, teachers who achieve National Board Certification have met rigorous standards through intensive study, expert evaluation, self-assessment and peer review.
In a congressionally-mandated study, National Board Certification was recently recognized by the National Research Council as having a positive impact on student achievement, teacher retention, and professional development.
December 9, 2009
Winter 2010 Community Education Catalog
Are you interested in learning how to build a web site? How about brushing up on your kung fu skills? You'll find fun and interesting classes for everyone in the Winter 2010 Community Education Catalog. Registration runs January 4th through January 15th. Most classes begin the week of January 19th.
» See what classes are available now!
December 7, 2009
Follow the Salt Lake City School District on Facebook and Twitter!
After evaluating the two sites and investigating how to better use Internet technology and social media, the district has created a Facebook page and a Twitter account to improve communications with parents and the community. These services will be used to share information in emergency situations as well as information about district and school programs and initiatives. Help spread the word about the district's new Facebook page and show your support by visiting www.facebook.com/slcschools (opens in new window) and becoming a Facebook Fan. Find the district's Twitter account by searching for our username: slcschools.
» Basic instructions for signing up for Facebook and Twitter
December 4, 2009
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint," a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint" - Nov-Dec 2009 | Archive
December 4, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 2, Issue 3 - December 2009 | Archive
December 1, 2009
Open Enrollment Period
For the coming school year, students interested in enrolling in a Salt Lake City school who live outside the district or school boundaries may apply for an out-of-resident transfer during the Open Enrollment period from December 1, 2009 through the third Friday in February 2010.
» More information...
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November 25, 2009
Thanksgiving Holiday
All schools and district offices will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27. Happy Thanksgiving!
November 23, 2009
Tokens for Turkeys
Second graders from Nibley Park School took part in a Community of Caring project called "Tokens for Turkeys." Students were able to raise $927.00 to provide holiday food baskets and gift cards for six families in need. This Community of Caring Penny Drive involved the entire school community and became a central project for our second grade Character Education Initiative this school year. Congratulations to all students and their teachers, Ms. Camala Richard, Mrs. Katie Dunn, and Ms. Laura Clinton.
November 17, 2009
ID Kits for Elementary Students
Salt Lake City School District is partnering with the Salt Lake City Police Department and Lifetouch Photography to distribute ID kits to every elementary student in the district.
» More information...
» KSL.com story (opens in new window)
» Deseret News story (opens in new window)
November 11, 2009
Don't Miss Pinocchio at Meadowlark Elementary School
Meadowlark Elementary School students and The Missoula Children's Theatre present Pinocchio. Come enjoy this fun-filled fairy tale. Performances are on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 1-18. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
November 9, 2009
Tickets to The Lion King
The Salt Lake Education Foundation has partnered with Newspace Entertainment and Broadway Across America - Utah to offer tickets to the hit Broadway musical The Lion King when it comes to Salt Lake City's Capitol Theater in the Summer of 2010. Buy your tickets NOW!
»More information...
November 4, 2009
NEA Award Finalist
Sharon Gallagher-Fishbaugh, a second grade teacher at Dilworth Elementary School, is one of five national finalists for the National Education Association Foundation Awards for Teaching Excellence.
» More information...
November 3, 2009
"Artistic License"
The latest edition of "Artistic License", a newsletter from the Fine Arts Department, is now available.
"Artistic License" - November 2009 | Archive
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October 30, 2009
"Pathways"
The latest edition of "Pathways," the Career & Technical Education newsletter, is now available.
"Pathways" - 2009-10, Volume 1 | Archive
October 30, 2009
"Walk More in Four" Winners
Dilworth Elementary School had the most students participate in the Utah Department of Transportation's "Walk More in Four" program. Ten students received prizes from UDOT. One student won a bike and helmet, another student won a scooter and helmet, and the rest won water bottles.
October 30, 2009
American Express Donation
A $2,500 donation from American Express will help students at West High School as they get ready for college. West High will use the money to support the American College Testing (ACT) preparation classes.
» More information...
October 27, 2009
National Award Winning Teacher
Tim Bailey, a history teacher at Escalante Elementary School, has been named the 2009 Gilder Lehrman National History Teacher of the Year.
» KSL Article (opens in new window)
October 21, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 2, Issue 2 - October 2009 | Archive
October 20, 2009
Utah Teacher of the Year
Mary Jane Morris from Northwest Middle School was today named the 2010 Utah Teacher of the Year. Morris was given the award during a surprise assembly at her school. Morris is the second Utah Teacher of the Year from Salt Lake City School Disitrict in as many years. Dilworth Elementary School's Sharon Gallagher-Fishbaugh was the 2009 Utah Teacher of the Year.
» Video of award presentation
» Deseret News article (opens in new window)
» Salt Lake Tribune article (opens in new window)
October 19, 2009
High School Musical Carnival
Don't miss the High School Musical Carnival at East High School!
- Monday, October 26, 2009
- 5:30 p.m. through 8:00 p.m.
October 14, 2009
"Books and Bytes"
Don't miss the first edition of the new newsletter from the Educational Technology and Library Media Department.
"Books and Bytes" - Fall 2009 | Archive
October 12, 2009
Highland High School Student Winners
Highland High School had three of six state winners in the 2009 National Council of Teachers of English Achievement Awards in Writing. The students are Mark Barnard, Maddy Miller, and Helen Makhdoumain. The Achievement Awards in Writing are conferred by the National Council of Teachers of English in recognition of excellence in writing by high school juniors. Winners demonstrate writing ability in two forms: first, in a sample of their best writing, in any form or genre, drafted and revised over time; and second, in an impromptu essay on a subject set by the Achievement Awards Advisory Committee.
October 9, 2009
Washington Elementary School is a Peace Corps School Partner
Washington Elementary School is a Peace Corps World Wise School Partner with Peace Corps Volunteer, Lauren Willie, who is serving in Kembong, Cameroon, Africa. Ms. Amy Simbe’s 6th grade class became pen pals with the children in Kembong village and made...
» More information...
October 9, 2009
"Artistic License"
The latest edition of "Artistic License", a newsletter from the Fine Arts Department, is now available for your viewing pleasure.
"Artistic License" - October 2009 | Archive
October 8, 2009
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint," a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint"- Sep-Oct 2009 | Archive
October 7, 2009
Supplemental Educational Services at Northwest Middle School
Salt Lake City School District has been given a one- year waiver by the U.S. Department of Education to offer Supplemental Educational Services (SES) to students at Northwest Middle School. Northwest Middle has been identified as a school in need of improvement as defined by No Child Left Behind. With the waiver, the district is able to offer parents of eligible students these tutoring services during the school’s first year of improvement rather than providing students transportation to another school.
» More information...
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September 30, 2009
Professional Development Day
The next district professional development day for faculty of middle schools and traditional elementary schools is October 19, 2009. On this day participants will have the opportunity to attend the Salt Lake City School District fall conference and be paid at their per diem rate. Many different sessions will be offered to meet the needs and interests of the broad range of teachers, administrators, and other professionals that will be attending the conference.
» More information...
September 17, 2009
Blue Ribbon School
Beacon Heights Elementary School has been named a 2009 National Blue Ribbon School. The award honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools
that are either academically superior, or have made dramatic gains in
student achievement and helped close gaps in achievement among minority
and disadvantaged students.
» More information...
» Deseret New story (opens in new window)
» Salt Lake Tribune story (opens in new window)
September 17, 2009
PAT Award
Audrey Powell has been named the Parent Educator of the Year by Utah Parents as Teachers. The award is given to one outstanding educator each year. Nominations are taken from colleagues, supervisors, and families that the educator is currently serving or that they have served in the past. Powell has received numerous letters from all of these sources. She has a long history of exemplary service in the community on many levels.
September 15, 2009
West High SCC Honors Former Principal
The West High School Community Council has honored former principal Margery Parker. The school community council delivered a resolution to the Salt Lake City Board of Education recognizing Ms. Parker and thanking her for her nine years of service to West High School.
» Read a copy of the resolution
September 10, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 2, Issue 1 - September 2009 | Archive
September 10, 2009
"Artistic License"
The latest edition of "Artistic License", a newsletter from the Fine Arts Department, is now available for your viewing pleasure.
"Artistic License" - September 2009 | Archive
September 10, 2009
Salt Lake City School District Jazz Ensemble
All high school students in Salt Lake City School District are welcome to audition for this prestigious group. This is an audition-only group for eligible high school students in the district.
» More information...
September 10, 2009
AVID Scholarhips
Four West High School AVID sophomores were awarded a multi-year scholarship from Northrop Grumman (an international Electronic Systems group) this summer. The annual scholarship will be $5,000 per year, which will pay for tuition, room, and board at a university.
» More information...
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August 11, 2009
District Teachers of the Year
The Salt Lake City School District and the Salt Lake City Board of Education today announced Mary Jane Morris as the 2010 District Teacher of the Year and Noreen Mullen as the 2010 District Special Education Teacher of the Year.
» More information...
August 7, 2009
Utah History Teacher of the Year
The Utah State Board of Education honored Tim Bailey, a fifth grade teacher in Salt Lake City 's Escalante Elementary School and Utah 's History Teacher of the Year. Bailey is the author of a series of books published by Scholastic called Easy Simulations. The series is targeted at upper elementary and middle school classrooms. Each book provides the tools needed to conduct week-long simulations on different topics such as explorers, the American Revolution and how a bill becomes a law. He has also pioneered efforts to help other teachers move away from a reliance on textbooks to student-centered, activity and idea based instruction. Bailey is also a former Utah State Teacher of the Year.
August 3, 2009
Property Tax News Conference
The Salt Lake City School District and the Salt Lake City Board
of Education today hosted a news conference to explain to the residents of Salt Lake City that the increase
residents are seeing on the “SLC School Capital Outlay” line of their property tax
notices comes from decisions made by the Utah Legislature, not the district and
the board of education.
» More information...
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July 23, 2009
Pioneer Day Holiday
All Salt Lake City School District offices and schools will be closed Friday, July 24, 2009, for Pioneer Day.
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June 24, 2009
Summer Efficiency Schedule
All Salt Lake City School District schools and buildings will be
closed on select Fridays in June and July. This modified
schedule will save over $50,000 in utility costs, which
means more money in the classrooms. All schools and district buildings will be closed on the
following Fridays.
- June 26, 2009
- July 3, 2009
- July 10, 2009
- July 17, 2009
June 24, 2009
Computer Maintenance
This weekend, Sunday, June 28, there will be some major maintenance at the district's Internet service provider. This will affect all Internet connectivity to and from the district, including the district Web site and e-mail. The maintenance begins at 2 p.m. and should be finished by 7 p.m.
June 16, 2009
Student Winners
Two Salt Lake City School District teams recently returned from the Future Problem Solving International Conference held at Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Wasatch Elementary School team took 8th place in the FPS Team Written Competition, and a team from Ensign Elementary School took 2nd place in the Presentation of Action Plan Category. The teams competed against students from every state in the U.S., most Canadian provinces, and several countries from around the world.
June 15, 2009
Teacher Honored
Tim Bailey at Escalante Elementary School has received the Utah 2009 Gilder Lehrman Teacher of the Year Award. The Gilder Lehrman Institute is a premier organization dedicated to American History.
June 11, 2009
Schools of Character
Several Salt Lake City School District schools were honored at the recent Utah State Schools of Character Awards Reception at the University of Utah. Congratulations to these schools and their employees for making a difference in the lives of children!
» More information...
June 3, 2009
MESA Student Awards and Honors
Several MESA students earned honors this year. The awards range from scholarships to science fair winners. Congratulations!
» Listing of the awards
The purpose of MESA is to increase the number of under-served ethnic minority and all female students who pursue course work, advanced study, and possible careers in mathematics, engineering, and science areas.
» More information on MESA (opens in new window)
June 3, 2009
"Pathways"
The latest edition of "Pathways," the Career & Technical Education newsletter, is now available.
"Pathways" - 2008-09, Volume 4 | Archive
June 1, 2009
High School Graduations
| East High School | June 10 | 7 p.m. | Huntsman Center |
| Highland High School | June 10 | 4 p.m. | Huntsman Center |
| Horizonte | June 10 | 10 a.m. | Huntsman Center |
| West High School | June 10 | 1 p.m. | Huntsman Center |
| Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts | June 9 | 6 p.m. | Highland High School |
June 1, 2009
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint," a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint" - May-Jun 2009 | Archive
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May 14, 2009
GE Capital Financial Sponsors Glendale Community Education
Glendale Middle School is proud to announce that GE
Capital Financial has become the premier sponsor of the Glendale
Community Education program. The new sponsorship extends a long-time
relationship, in which GE has been involved in programs which assist
Glendale students in academics and other areas.
» More information...
May 14, 2009
Something Beautiful Somewhere
On Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 p.m., in Highland's Allred Little Theatre, students from Highland High School and the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts will present a free concert reading of “Something Beautiful Somewhere,” a brand new musical by Tina Lear and Elise Forier.
» More information...
May 13, 2009
Welcome Center
Horizonte Instruction and Training Center recently received a grant for $300,000 and was designated an Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center. Welcome Centers are central and convenient locations that provide social services to immigrants and refugees and create opportunities for all to work together to build cohesive communities. Funded with revenue generated by the Women’s Philanthropic Network, United Way of Salt Lake was able to make critical grants to Horizonte and three other Welcome Centers.
May 12, 2009
MIT Inspirational Teacher Award
Congratulations to Dan McGuire at West High School! McGuire was selected to receive a 2009 Massachusetts Institute of Technology Inspirational Teacher Award. The MIT Inspirational Teacher Award recognizes outstanding secondary school teachers who inspire in their students a love of learning, encourage them to pursue excellence, and give them the skills and enthusiasm they need to make a positive difference in the world.
» MIT Inspirational Teacher Award Web Site (opens in new window)
May 8, 2009
Asbestos Notification
In accordance with AHERA (The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act), the information in the link below is to serve as the Salt Lake City School District's 2009 annual asbestos notification.
» Asbestos information...
May 8, 2009
Walk on the Wild Side Art Exhibit
Salt Lake City School District Artstream schools and Utah's Hogle Zoo announce a student art exhibit, Walk on the Wild Side 2009, from Thursday, May 14 to Monday, May 25 in the Hogle Zoo auditorium. The exhibit is open daily from 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. An opening reception is scheduled on Thursday, May 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
» More information on Artstream
May 6, 2009
Swing for Smiles Golf Tournament
The Salt Lake City School District and the Salt Lake Education Foundation invite you to help the children of Salt Lake City and get a chance to win a Lexus by participating in the Swing for Smiles Golf Tournament on Thursday, May 28. This charity golf tournament will benefit the Smart Smiles 4 Students mobile dental clinic. The clinic, housed in a 58-foot trailer, has visited dozens of schools and helped thousands of Salt Lake City children receive necessary dental work and restore smiles to their faces. Many of these children could not afford to visit a dentist and would not have been treated without generous help from people like you.
» Download the brochure for more information...
May 5, 2009
"Imagine a Piano” The Mundi Project Monster Concert
10 Pianos. Over Sixty Pianists. Guest Performance by Jon Schmidt and World Premiere of “Triangles” by Jamie Rankin. This piano concert, presented by the Mundi Project as part of the Imagination Celebration, unites programs from Salt Lake City school district, the University of Utah Piano Preparatory Division, Youth City Artways, and private students.
May 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM - Glendale Middle School
» More information...
May 5, 2009
César Chávez Poster Contest Open House
An open house displaying all entries from the First Annual César Chávez Poster Contest will be held this Thursday, May 7, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Northwest Middle School (1730 W. 1700 N.) All contest participants, their families, teachers, administrators, district employees, and community members are invited to celebrate the creative works of our district’s talented students. Certificates and awards for contest participants and winners will be awarded at this event.
» More information...
» Más información...
May 5, 2009
Northwest Middle School Celebrates 50 Years
Northwest Middle School will host an open house this weekend to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the school. Visitors will be able to browse through old yearbooks, scrapbooks, and photos of the original building and the new building. Carnival rides and games will also be part of the celebration. The open house runs from 1:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 9.
» More information...
May 4, 2009
Huntsman Award Winner
Congratulations to Diana Taggart at West High School for winning a 2009 Huntsman Award for Excellence in Education. The award is presented each year to ten Utah educators - two teachers and one administrator from elementary, middle, and high schools and one volunteer. Each award winner receives a $10,000 gift from the Huntsman family along with a crystal obelisk.
» More information from the Deseret News (opens in new window)
May 1, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 1, Issue 5 - May 2009 | Archive
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April 30, 2009
District Drama Scramble
Starting today, students from West High School, Highland High School, Bryant Middle School, and Glendale Middle School will come together for a three-day event to create and perform student-written, student-directed 10-minute plays. This exciting new event will showcase the tremendous talent of Salt Lake City School District students, and provide them with an opportunity to explore the process of creating a play from start to finish. The original plays will be performed for the community on Saturday, May 2, at 12:30pm at Glendale Middle School.
April 28, 2009
Salt Lake City School District's Response to the Swine Flu Concern
The Salt Lake City School District takes its responsibility to keep students safe and healthy seriously. In an initial response to the recent news surrounding swine flu, the following letter from the Salt Lake Valley Health Department has been shared with all District schools and employees.
» More information...
April 28, 2009
Night of Jazz
On Wednesday, April 29th the Salt Lake City School District schools' Jazz Bands will hold their first ever "Night of Jazz" at the Highland High Commons. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. Our schools' jazz bands are great and have been working hard to develop their skills. If you like Jazz, you won't want to miss our kids perform.
Here is the line up:
- 6:30 Highland
- 6:50 Bryant
- 7:10 West
- 7:30 Clayton
- 7:50 East
- 8:10 combined group
April 21, 2009
Title I Pre-K Registration
Registration for the Salt Lake City School District's 2009-10 Pre-K program begins April 30.
» More information...
» Más información...
April 14, 2009
District Wins International IPM Award
Congratulations to the Facility Services Department for winning the International Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Excellence Award. This honor is sought by dozens of highly recognized IPM programs from around the world, but was presented to only five recipients and one school district.
» More information...
April 9, 2009
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint", a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint" - January-February 2009 | Archive
April 7, 2009
Comcast Cares - Making a lasting difference at Lincoln Elementary School
On Saturday, April 25, Comcast and Lincoln Elementary are teaming up for an annual Day of service. Join Other students, parents and community volunteers to make a lasting impact for the school, students and the community.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2009
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Address: 1090 South Roberta Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
To guarantee a free breakfast, lunch and t-shirt, please fill out the release form and send it to Lincoln by April 10th. Click here for the release form.
April 6, 2009
District Seeks Input Through Online Survey
The Salt Lake City School District is beginning a planning process that will result in a new five-year plan for 2010-2015 focused on teaching and learning. The process includes gathering information through an online survey as well as in public meetings. The goal is to complete the proposed plan by early fall, with recommendation of the final plan going to the Salt Lake City Board of Education for approval by the end of 2009.
» More information...
April 2, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 1, Issue 4 - Spring 2009 | Archive
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March 31, 2009
"Pathways"
The latest edition of "Pathways", the Career & Technical Education newsletter is now available.
"Pathways" - 2008-2009, Volume 3 | Archive
March 31, 2009
Backman Receives $10,000 Grant
Backman Elementary School is one of just ten schools in the nation to receive a $10,000 grant for its health and wellness program. The grant is part of the Cartoon Network's National Recess Week, an ongoing campaign to inspire kids to get healthy and active. Congratulations Backman!
March 31, 2009
West High Art Show
The West High School Art Show will run from April 1 through April 4 at the Partnership Gallery, 534 South 500 West. The opening will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. The exhibit will be open for viewing from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. each evening until April 4.
March 24, 2009
Expand Your Horizons
Last year, more than 28,000 girls from around the country attended an Expanding Your Horizons conference, and now you can, too! The Salt Lake 2009 EYH conference is a one-day event where girls from grades 6 to 12 can learn about technology careers and how fun math and science can be.
» More information...
March 24, 2009
Grant News
Congratulations to Heather Newell, District 504 Specialist, who recently received a $1,536 grant from 100% For Kids, Utah Credit Union Education Foundation. The grant will be used to purchase four Fusion Text to Speech devices, which will be assigned to qualified students for the school year. These small basic computers will aid students in word prediction and recognition, vocabulary, spelling, auditory feedback, writing, and motor skills. Students will use the Fusion in the classroom and also at home to do homework under parental supervision.
March 23, 2009
UELMA Award
Congratulations to Julie Atwood, the District’s Supervisor of Educational Technology and Library Media, who was recently named the Utah Educational Library Media Association (UELMA) Administrator of the Year. The award was presented to Atwood at the recent UELMA banquet. Atwood was nominated by several library technology teachers. They praised Atwood for her positive attitude and her skills as an advocate, problem solver, and mentor.
March 18, 2009
1st Annual Running of the Leopards
East High School and the East High PTSA are proud to present the first annual Running of the Leopards 5K. Over the past two years, students, faculty, administration, and members of the East High community have focused on becoming more physically fit through dietary awareness and physical activity. To celebrate their efforts, the school and PTSA will host on Saturday morning, March 28, the Running of the Leopards 5K.
» More information...
March 18, 2009
Teacher of the Year Nominations
Nominations for District Teacher of the Year are due. The deadline for nominations is Friday, March 20.
» Click here for the memo explaining the nomination and selection process
» Click here for the nomination form
Also, nominations for District Special Education Teacher of the Year are now being accepted.
» Click here for the memo explaining the nomination and selection process
» Click here for the nomination form
March 9, 2009
West High School Wins State 4A Boys Basketball Championship
In what is being called one of the biggest upsets in state history, West High School's boys basketball team won the state championship this weekend by defeating Provo High School. The Panthers won the state championship for the first time since 1975, and the win also denied Provo a third consecutive title.
» More information and photos from the Salt Lake Tribune (opens in new window)
March 5, 2009
Schools and Students Collaborate on Musical Production
As part of a generous Classroom Mini Grant from the Salt Lake Education Foundation, second grade students from Nibley Park School visited Highland High School students to collaborate on the upcoming musical "Nanny Goats Gruff." Under the guidance of their teacher, Mr. Robert Stevens, the high school students designed and built a bridge for the set of the play, while students from Nibley Park worked on sanding the set with the older students. The second graders also visited the Women's Chorus and teacher Kathleen Slagle to work on vocal performance, and the Nibley Park students worked on acting lessons with students from the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts and their teacher Schalee Schmidt.
The operetta "Nanny Goats Gruff" will be presented at Nibley Park School on March 10 at 6:30 p.m.
March 3, 2009
An Evening of the Arts
Don't miss Clayton Middle School's production
of Peter Pan!
- Wednesday, March 4, 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, March 5, 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, March 6, 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 7, noon
- Saturday March 7, 6:00 p.m.
March 2, 2009
District Teacher of the Year Nominations
Do you know an outstanding Salt Lake City School District teacher? Nominate him/her to be the District Teacher of the Year!
» Click here for the memo explaining the nomination and selection process
» Click here for the nomination form
March 2, 2009
Ten-Digit Dialing is Here
To call any Salt Lake City School District office or school, you must now dial the area code plus the number, even if it is a local call. Dialing a 1 before the area code is not required, unless you are making a long distance call.
» Click here for a KSL news story about the change (opens in new window)
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February 23, 2009
Spring 2009 Community Education Catalog
Feel like finally learning to tap dance? How about brushing up on your cooking skills? You'll find fun and interesting classes for everyone in the new Spring 2009 Community Education Catalog. Registration runs March 16th through March 27th. Most classes begin the week of March 30th.
» View the Salt Lake Community Education - Spring 2009 Catalog
February 19, 2008
"Artistic License"
The latest edition of "Artistic License", a newsletter from the Fine Arts Department, is now available for your viewing pleasure.
"Artistic License" - February 2009 | Archive
February 12, 2009
Open Enrollment Window
The Open Enrollment Window is almost over! For the coming school year, students interested in enrolling in a Salt Lake City school who live outside the district or school boundaries may apply for an out-of-resident transfer during the Open Enrollment Window, which ends February 20, 2009. Applications are taken in the Student Services Department of the Salt Lake City School District Administration East Building, 440 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah.
» School Choice Website
February 10, 2009
Dilworth Students Share the Love
Last week, the Dilworth Elementary School Student Council delivered a basket full of Valentines to cancer patients and their families at Primary Children’s Medical Center. Student council members talked with a social worker who works directly with patients in Oncology. They learned about cancer treatments, and what the hospital does for its child patients. This was a great opportunity for students to learn and provide service to others.
February 9, 2009
KCPW Interview with Joan Reynolds about C & A Lab
(KCPW News) Public school districts are courting parents attracted to the variety of options available at charter and private schools by creating specialized programs. The Curriculum and Assessment Lab at Salt Lake City School District is one of these, with a unique curriculum and mixed-age classrooms. KCPW's Elizabeth Ziegler spoke with the recently retired assessment supervisor for the district, Joan Reynolds, about the program and its plans to expand.
» Listen to the KCPW Interview here (opens in a new window)
February 6, 2008
"Fresh Paint"
The latest edition of "Fresh Paint", a bi-monthly newsletter from Facility Services, is now available.
"Fresh Paint" - January-February 2009 | Archive
February 4, 2008
"From Board Meeting"
The latest board meeting report is now available.
"From Board Meeting" - February 3, 2008 | Archive
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January 28, 2009
Notice to Parents of Former Special Education Students
Salt Lake City School District's Special Education Department will be destroying outdated records. Special education records for students who have not received special education services on or after June 1, 2004, will be destroyed after March 1, 2009. Parents or guardians who want their child's records, or emancipated minors who want their own records, should contact the school where the student last attended or call Lisa Hanson at 801-578-8203.
January 28, 2009
National Board Certified Teachers
Congratulations to the District's eight new National Board Certified teachers! They are Vicky Mayall, Karen Steele, Jana Edward, Rebecca Bowen, Kerrie Baughman, Ruth Campbell, Toni Simmons, and Kevin Smith. These teachers are part of 35 Utah teachers who achieved National Board Certification in 2008.
The total number of Utah teachers who are National Board Certified currently stands at 161. Salt Lake City School District ranks among the top five districts in the state for the number of National Board Certified teachers.
January 27, 2009
Language and Culture Newsletter
The newest Language and Culture Newsletter is now available online.
» Volume 1, Issue 3 - January 2009 | Archive
January 20, 2009
Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts presents: Hello Dolly!
January 28-31 @ 7pm
Highland High Auditorium
Tickets: $5 students/ $7 adults
Come enjoy the story of the ultimate matchmaker!
» www.saltlakespa.org
January 8, 2009
Title I School Awards
Congratulations to Newman Elementary School and Mountain View Elementary School! Newman Elementary has been named a Utah Title I High Performing School. Mountain View Elementary has been awarded the Utah Closing the Achievement Gap Title I School Award.
» More information...
January 7, 2009
C&A is Expanding
There’s a new choice for 7th and 8th grade students in 2009-10. Salt Lake District’s Curriculum and Assessment Lab classrooms will be expanded to include classes at Clayton Middle School. The new classes will be a “school within a school” where students will work in integrated blocks for social studies/language arts and science/math. Classes will be mixed grades and students will stay with outstanding teachers during their two middle school years.
» 7th and 8th Grade Expansion Information
» General C&A Information
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January 7, 2009
West High School Math Awards
Congratulations to West High School! For the third year in a row, West High has earned the designation by the Mathematical Association of America as an “AMC 8 Honored School” for producing at least three exceptionally high scores at the recent American Mathematics Contest.
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