Episodes

Jessi Morton-Langehaug is a passionate educator, athlete, ultra-marathon runner, and parent. On this episode of the Supercast, the Herriman High School teacher talks about inspiring students by sharing her personal story. Jessi went undiagnosed with Lyme disease for ten years and was told she would never run or compete in another ultra-marathon again because her body was too damaged. Hear how Jessi defied the odds, not only competing again but recently winning the Moab 240 with the 4th fastest...

It is music that will make you smile and warm your heart. On this episode of the Supercast, we share some sweet sounds of the season performed by Jordan School District students. Wishing you the happiest of holidays and a safe, prosperous new year! Concert Program “Snow Carol”- South Hills Middle School Advanced Women’s Ensemble “Sing We Now of Christmas” - South Jordan Middle School 9th Grade Concert Choir “On Thin Air” - Hidden Valley Middle School Percussion Ensemble “The Most Wonderful ...

Have you ever wondered what is the best way to cook a perfect steak? Some students in the ProStart Culinary Program say it’s by using a cast iron skillet. In this sizzling episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey heads to Mountain Ridge High School with his brand-new cast iron skillet in hand, ready for a cooking class like no other. The Superintendent was inspired by one student’s idea of having a “Steaksgiving” for Thanksgiving. Here are the recipes that were used: Ribeye Ste...

It is one of the most prestigious academic achievement programs available for high school students and it is coming back to Jordan School District. We are talking about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program which will be located at West Jordan High School. On this episode of the Supercast, find out if your teen is a good candidate for IB and what the program can do for students determined to have a successful future after high school. Audio Transcription Superintendent: Hello and welco...

Some students at Copper Hills High School are the best pals anyone could ask for. They participate in the Peer Tutoring program and CH Pals Club. On this episode of the Supercast, we find out how Peer Tutors and CH Pals are changing lives, supporting students with special needs and making life-long friends in the process. Audio Transcription Superintendent: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. Some students at Copper Hills High School are the best...

What will your Thanksgiving table look like this year? For some it will be the traditional table with turkey and all the trimmings. However, for others Thanksgiving 2020 will look a little different. On this episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey talks to some students in the ProStart Culinary Program at Mountain Ridge High School. They share their ideas on how to reimagine the Thanksgiving meal, trading the traditional turkey and the number of seats at the table for something...

They are bringing fire and life safety lessons to classrooms throughout Jordan School District. In this episode of the Supercast, we follow West Jordan City Fire Department Public Education Specialist Becky Steeneck into an elementary school classroom. It is where young students are learning about everything from fire safety to first aid, smoke alarms and much more. In this class, a fire truck is an important part of the lesson plan. Audio Transcription (00:17): Welcome to the Supercast. I'm y...

At just 9-years-old, Sam Gordon attracted the attention of people around the world in a video showing her racing down the football field, scoring touchdown after touchdown in a peewee football game. It was a video that went viral receiving more than 5 million views in just three days. On this episode of the Supercast, we catch up with Sam Gordon, now a senior at Herriman High School. She talks about being named one of the “Most Powerful and Influential Women in Sports Today” by Sports Illustrat...

Learning at-home in a virtual classroom is something some parents and students are still adjusting to in these unprecedented times. On this episode of the Supercast, we talk to two Jordan School District employees who are available every day to help with virtual classroom questions. They are working hard to lead students on a path to online learning success. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. Learning ...

Prior to the pandemic, the first thing you would find walking into the front office at Oquirrh Hills Middle School was hundreds of PEZ candy dispensers on display in a huge collection that captured the attention of students and visitors alike. Attendance secretary Kimberly Navratil has been collecting what is called the “candy with character” for years, using it to connect with students in a very sweet way. On this Halloween episode of the Supercast, find out what happens when Superintendent An...

It was created to provide Utah high school students an opportunity to learn, lead and interact with some of the most successful leaders in business, technology, humanities, education and more. We are talking about the Governor’s Honors Academy at Southern Utah University. In this episode of the Supercast, we hear from two Jordan School District students selected to attend the prestigious academy. Find out how it changed their lives, giving them confidence and a head start on the road to higher e...

They donate more blood to ARUP than any other group or organization in the State of Utah. We’re talking about Jordan School District high school students. On this episode of the Supercast, we visit a blood drive at Copper Hills High organized by HOSA students. We talk to the student donors and find out why CHHS manages to donate a record amount of blood each year and why ARUP couldn’t do their life-saving work without students. Audio Transcription (00:17): Hello, and welcome to the Supercast....

It is a quiet place inside Monte Vista Elementary School where students are learning to identify, express and manage their emotions for a happier, healthier experience at school. On this episode of the Supercast, Stockton, a sixth-grade student at Monte Vista Elementary, shares his stress relief routine inside the Wellness Center. It is a room that is impacting the lives of students, teachers and staff in a calm, relaxing and welcoming environment. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: W...

They are sewing success one pattern at a time. We’re talking about students in the Fashion Pathways Program at Herriman High School. On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside the class and find out how some very talented students are using their sewing and fashion design skills making face masks to benefit Special Olympics athletes in Utah. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. Today we take in...

Under the direction of the Jordan Board of Education, Jordan School District is launching a COVID-19 Data Dashboard. The Jordan COVID-19 Data Dashboard will update parents and employees on current COVID-19 case counts in every school and office building so they can make the very best decisions for students, families and themselves. On this episode of the Supercast, we explain how the Jordan Data Dashboard works. The Jordan COVID-19 Data Dashboard can be found at movingforward.jordandistrict.org...

What is contact tracing and how does it work when someone tests positive for COVID-19 in our schools? On this episode of the Supercast, we talk with Salt Lake County Health Department Epidemiologist Annie George who explains the process of contact tracing and how parents can track COVID-19 cases daily by using a COVID-19 Data Dashboard established by Salt Lake County Health. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Go...

It was a day in the cafeteria at West Jordan Middle School that some students will never forget. On this episode of the Supercast, hear how a 9th grade student sprang into action, using a technique he learned in health class, to save the life of his best friend who was choking. It is a story of heroism and a health teacher’s life-saving lessons. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. It was a day in the cafeteria at ...

On this episode of the Supercast, we take you inside some classrooms with Rich Saunders, Interim Executive Director of the Utah Department of Health. Mr. Saunders stopped by to see first-hand how teachers and students are doing and learning during the pandemic. But first, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey heads out to the Herriman High football field to meet the young man behind a history making touchdown. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your ...

After nearly six months of silence, there is once again music filtering out into the halls of Mountain Ridge High School. In this episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey stops by music teacher Kelly DeHaan’s classroom where he visits with students who are making beautiful music again as part of the Mountain Ridge Madrigals. They are singing wearing masks, doing all they can to be Sentinel Strong and stay in school. Audio Transcription Welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Su...

As our schools prepare to welcome students back, principals are excited to see the new school year begin after having buildings empty for nearly six months. In this episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey talks to some principals about their hopes for a safe and successful school year despite changes brought on by the pandemic. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. It has been a long, and...

The 2020-21 school year is about to begin and it will be the first time back in our buildings in almost six months for students, teachers and some District staff. On this episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey visits several classrooms and talks to teachers who say they are ready to let the learning begin, even though the learning may look and feel a little different this year. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Su...

Serving students with special needs is something many educators in Jordan School District are passionate about. On this episode of the Supercast, we hear about the amazing work being done to take care of students with special needs, especially during a pandemic. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Hello, and welcome to the Supercast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. Today, we hear about some of the amazing work being done every day in Jordan School District to take care o...

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting education and people both young and old right now. On today’s episode of the Supercast, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey talks to Kim Lear, a generational sociologist who gives us some insight on how different generations, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z and beyond are dealing with the pandemic very differently. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Welcome to the Superast. I'm your host, Superintendent Anthony Godfrey. Today we have the unique opportunity to ...

What are schools doing to welcome students back safely for the 2020-21 school year? In this episode of the Supercast, we find out what is going on in schools right now with the installation and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). We also offer some tips for parents who are looking to get their students ready for a successful new school year. Audio Transcription Superintendent Godfrey: Welcome to the Supercast today. We're talking about the Personal Protective Equipment that's being del...