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South Jordan Journal

July 2021

South Jordan schools hold own Battle of Books to encourage reading during pandemic

Jul 26, 2021 03:04PM ● By Julie Slama

While a districtwide competition wasn’t held, South Jordan educators felt it important to continue the tradition of “Battle of the Books” to encourage reading for enjoyment, normalcy.

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AAI’s robotics team learns skills beyond competition

Jul 26, 2021 03:02PM ● By Julie Slama

“We work together and cooperate as team members, and we learn more from one another. It’s a big game changer,” said a member of AAI’s FTC robotics team.

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Musician, teacher Chase Love records EP, gives music to love, share, reflect

Jul 26, 2021 03:00PM ● By Julie Slama

Featuring several musical genres, an AAI teacher releases his first album during pandemic, which is considered a diary of his life experiences.

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Monte Vista students showcase talent to grant wishes to Make-a-Wish peers

Jul 22, 2021 12:03PM ● By Julie Slama

“To them, a shopping spree or a vacation is not usual; it’s something that normal kids have with their families and something these kids are looking forward to. It’s not being in the hospital,” said a teacher about her students raising funds to help those who are overcoming serious diseases.

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Legacy retirement home celebrates 25 years with new look

Jul 20, 2021 10:37AM ● By Rachel Aubrey

After six-month renovation, Legacy Retirement in South Jordan showcases new look and feel.

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Welby sixth grader wins state Reflections, gears up for next year’s competition

Jul 16, 2021 10:33AM ● By Julie Slama

“Sometimes, it’s hard to feel like we are accepted for who we are. But there is no one who doesn’t matter,” wrote a sixth grader about her state Reflections award-winning sculpture.

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New Girl Scout troop in South Jordan empowers young girls

Jul 15, 2021 11:16AM ● By Rachel Aubrey

Local troop forms and sets out to teach young girls valuable skills while having fun and making friends

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Arts Council seeks to beautify along Jordan River Trail

Jul 12, 2021 02:59PM ● By Rachel Aubrey

Local artists beautify frequented trail with murals along the pathway.

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Local librarian says library is still relevant to community

Jul 08, 2021 01:00PM ● By Rachel Aubrey

One librarian shares her experience and how the library has so much to offer the community.

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At every South Jordan school, teachers’ dedication during COVID-19 honored

Jul 06, 2021 03:50PM ● By Julie Slama

“There were so many heartfelt applications, it was just too hard to select just a few. So many teachers stepped up to bat that we needed to honor one from each school.”

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