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She went from being an educator in Jordan School District, teaching everything from hip hop and classic, to contemporary and jazz dance to being an Associate Professor of Dance at BYU. On this episode of the Supercast, we meet up with Kori Wakamatsu. Hear how she is now preparing the next generation of dance teachers, like student teacher Grace Bjerregaard, to take center stage and why Kori says dance is so important in the busy lives we lead.

She’s got the beat and now a Guinness Book of World Records title to go with it. On this episode of the Supercast, we head to Monte Vista Elementary School to meet a kindergarten student named Hadley, also known in some circles as DJ LeeLee. Find out how the 5-year-old began her disc jockey journey and how playing a 51-minute, unaided set, at a Utah music festival this summer has DJ LeeLee well on her way to the record books. She is doing it all with help from her brother Carter, a DJ in 2nd grade. Let’s take a listen to the little internet sensations.

Did you know the Utah Trust Lands Administration manages millions of acres of land, and through the leasing and sales of that land, they raise hundreds of millions of dollars that go directly into K-12 schools in Utah? On this episode of the Supercast, we head to Hidden Valley Middle School to show you how School Community Councils, along with the school principal and teachers, decide how to use the money. Find out why Hidden Valley Middle’s School Land Trust Program stands out among others in the State thanks to dedicated parents and how, in the end, students in the classroom are clear winners.

It is something students, teachers, staff, and invited guests will likely remember for a lifetime. On this episode of the Supercast, hear how a visit to Jordan School District by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor left a lasting impact on the lives of people she met, even inspiring one student to chase her dream of going to law school and following in the footsteps of Justice Sotomayor.

As a junior at Riverton High School, she's being called a once-in-a-generation talent and is being recruited by top-tier universities. On this episode of the Supercast, we talk with standout volleyball player Taylor Freeland and her head coach, Kaipo Tagaloa, about Taylor's incredible journey on the court. She shares what it’s like training with the U.S. Women's National Team and what drives her on and off the court.

Before she was inspiring middle schoolers to love math, South Hills Middle School teacher Karen Smith was performing on stages alongside iconic artists like Stevie Wonder, Yo-Yo Ma, and John Williams. On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with Ms. Smith to explore her incredible transition from freelance cellist to dedicated educator. Hear how she traded life onstage for a second career in Jordan School District and learn how her unique journey helped her find a passion for teaching math that runs as deep as her love for music.

Have you ever wondered what enrollment looks like in Jordan School District? How about where reading scores are heading or where graduation rates are going? On this episode of the Supercast, we are drilling down on Jordan School District data with our very own experts who simply love crunching the numbers and sifting through statistics. Listen and find out why we have a lot to celebrate in Jordan School District, why hard work on the part of students, teachers, staff, and parents is paying off.

In Jordan School District we like to say people come for the job, and enjoy the amazing adventure. On this episode of the Supercast, we take a look at Jordan School District; career opportunities available in the classroom and beyond. They are jobs that support students and education every single day. Listen and find out who we are looking to hire right now, and how to apply if you want to join the JSD team.

As we head into a new school year, a lot of students are probably thinking about more than just homework and new teachers. They wonder whether they'll make new friends, fit in, and make memories to last a lifetime. On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to a school psychologist about the importance of making friends and how parents can access the tools and information they need to help their kids in the process. Find out how friendships can help build self-confidence, improve your child’s communication skills, and reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

It serves as a leader across the country and around the world for the education of students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, blind, or low vision and offers support to students in Jordan School District as well. On this episode of the Supercast, we sit down with the new Superintendent of the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind. Find out about the incredible things happening every day at the school, how their services benefit students throughout the state, and follow along as we get a personal tour of the school’s Millcreek campus.

They are building for the future at West Jordan High School in more ways than one as extensive renovations begin inside the 45-year-old building. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside West Jordan High where an extreme makeover will transform many parts of the school, bringing it up-to-date, and into more modern times. It’s a makeover that is expected to save District taxpayers more than $100 million compared to the cost of a full rebuild. Let’s check it out.

It could offer a window into the past for you or a loved one when it comes to your good old school days, dating back to the1890s. It even houses historical gems dating back to the founding of Jordan School District in 1905. On this episode of the Superast, join us as we take a walk down memory lane at the Utah State Archive and Records Service. Find out what we uncover about JSD’s rich history as a school district, and what you might be able to discover about your own time in one of our schools many, many years ago.

Every year hundreds of students in Jordan School District are finding a personal path to success that works specifically for them, whether they are working toward a high school diploma or GED. On this episode of the Supercast, find out how Southpointe Adult High School adapts education to meet individual needs by offering flexible schedules and the kind of learning that’s making dreams come true for students 16-years and older who decide to enroll. Listen and hear just one of many success stories happening at the school’s JATC North campus every single year.

School may be out for the summer but there is little to no rest for District crews working hard to make repairs, upgrade facilities, conduct overall maintenance, and basically make schools sparkle and shine for the upcoming school year. On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to employees tackling some monumental tasks over the summer months. Find out about the work they do and how we all benefit when the sun sets on summer, and students are back to the books.

America is officially celebrating its 250th birthday this summer and for families across the country, and right here in Jordan School District, it is an opportunity to embrace the past and connect with people and civic opportunities in their own communities. On this episode of the Supercast, meet one family beyond excited to spend this summer celebrating the historical milestone. They participated in Jordan School District’s America 250 competition and will travel across the country to learn all they can about America’s rich history.