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Date:
March 26, 2026

To:
All Administrators
All Office Staff

From:
Steffany Ellsworth, Manager - Information Systems

Subject:
Scheduled System Downtime - June 15, 2026 (Juneteenth Holiday)


Please be aware of an upcoming critical system maintenance that will affect the availability of internet and core Skyward systems for the entirety of the day Monday, June 15th (Juneteenth Holiday).

The following systems will be inaccessible during the entire maintenance window:

● Skyward Systems (Finance and Student)

● Phone Systems, Including Voicemail

● Internet Connectivity

● Department and School Websites

Systems will be restored once the maintenance is finalized and assessed. Thank you for your patience as we complete these essential improvements to our systems and its stability.

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TO:
High School Administrators

FROM:
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Michelle Love-Day, Director of Language & Cultural Services


The Multicultural Leadership Summit will be on April 10th from 10:00 to 1:00 at Valley High School. Each advisor should invite two students from their club, ideally one upperclassman and one lower class student. Advisors, please use this sheet to list which students you will invite from your club by March 24th.

Permission slips will be delivered to student boxes by the end of this week. Transportation will be arranged by LCS and we will share those details with you soon.

Please save the date for our upcoming Multicultural Senior Recognition Ceremony on May 7th at 6:00 PM at Bingham High. We would love to have you there to support your students and connect with families.

Sheet to invite 

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DATE:
April 2, 2026

TO: 
All School Administrators

FROM:  
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director of Student Services
McKinley Withers, Health and Wellness

SUBJECT:
FREE Mental Health Education for Parents and Caregivers


Jordan District has partnered with the Cook Center for Human Connection to provide ongoing mental health education for parents and caregivers. This collaboration offers FREE access to live, virtual educational sessions covering various topics. Please share the following resources with your school community:

  • A calendar for April’s Mental Health Series sessions is attached. Sessions are offered in both English and Spanish. Previously recorded seminars can be accessed through a comprehensive library of sessions and resources for each topic. You can access the library of recorded sessions at any time by visiting this site: https://parentguidance.org/mhsindex.
  • Ask a Therapist live virtual event is an anonymous opportunity to ask questions from a licensed family therapist about your child’s mental health. It is a live event on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 with access to the recording afterwards. Registration Link: https://cookcenter.info/ATLApr21
  • Included in the mental health series is a "Watch Together Series" to highlight for families. While the Mental Health Series is designed for parents, these “Watch Together” events are for the whole family, especially teens and young adults. In this series, each month, you'll meet a new animated character facing real challenges that teens and young adults experience. Together, you and your family can watch their story and learn how to start meaningful conversations at home.
    • April Event: Together, teens and parents will watch an animated story about Danny. After surviving a fire that left him physically changed, Danny feels like he’s lost the life he once had. This session opens a powerful discussion on body image, grief, and one's mental health after trauma. In this interactive session, parents and teens will cover the role of validation, practical coping strategies, and how to build a support team.
    • Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm MST REGISTER NOW

Please share the attached flyers/resources with your school communities. Should you have any questions please reach out to Angie Rasmussen at angie.rasmussen@jordandistrict.org.

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TO:
Administrators and Administrative Assistants

FROM:
Sarah Palmer, Director of Payroll


IMPORTANT: Payroll Deadlines & Skyward Qmlativ Transition

Jordan School District is upgrading the payroll, finance, and HR system from Skyward SMS to Skyward Qmlativ. To facilitate this data migration, there will be significant Skyward Finance downtime and several temporary, modified deadlines. Please review the schedule below carefully to ensure your time is recorded and paid correctly.


Payroll Phase 1: Closing Out Skyward SMS (April 19 – April 23)

All "True Time" data must be finalized before the migration. True Time that has not been fully approved and paid will not carry over to Qmlativ.

April 19: Last day to enter/submit all True Time in Skyward SMS (for time worked through April 19).

April 20: Last day for all approvers to approve True Time in Skyward SMS (TT that is not approved and paid will not carry over to Qmlativ and will not be available after this date).

April 23 (Final SMS Payday): Contract pay, sub pay from April 1–15, and True Time through April 5 paid as usual.

Note: True Time for April 6–19 will also be paid on this check, resulting in a larger paycheck than usual.

○ Last day to enter/approve Time Off in Skyward SMS.


🛠️Payroll Phase 2: Skyward SMS Unavailable & Manual Tracking (April 24 – May 10)

The Skyward SMS system will be down during this window.

April 20 – May 10: Employees must manually track True Time. A Google time card will be available on Payroll’s website (payroll.jordandistrict.org) for tracking TT, or each location can create their own. Employees will record this data into the new Qmlativ system once it opens on May 11.

April 24 – May 5: Total Skyward Finance downtime for the Qmlativ transition.

May 5: Payroll department data review (Qmlativ remains closed to end users).

May 8: NO SEMI-MONTHLY PAYROLL FOR SUBS. Sub pay from April 16-30 is delayed until May 22 due to the transition.


🚀 Payroll Phase 3: Launching Skyward Qmlativ (May 11 – May 22)

Welcome to the new system! "True Time" is now officially called Time Tracking.

May 11: Qmlativ opens for all users for Time Tracking and Time Off requests.

● May 22 (First Qmlativ Payday):

Time Tracking: Covers April 20 – May 3. Because previous time was paid early on April 23, this will be a smaller paycheck than usual.

Subs: Will receive a larger check covering April 16 – May 15 plus the April sub bonus.


Summary of Key Payroll Dates Date

Significance

Action Needed

April 19

True Time Deadline

Last day to enter and submit all hours worked through April 19 in SMS.

April 20

True Time Approval Deadline

Last day to approve True Time through April 19 in SMS.

April 23

Final SMS Payday

Includes early payout of April 6–19 True Time with larger paycheck than usual.

Apr 24 – May 10

Skyward Finance Down

No access to Skyward SMS or Qmlativ.

May 8

No Sub Pay

No semi-monthly payroll will occur on this date. Sub pay will be on May 22.

May 11

Go-Live

Start using Qmlativ for Time Tracking (True Time) and Time Off.

May 22

First Qmlativ Payday

Regular contract pay, catch-up pay for subs with larger paycheck than usual, smaller paycheck than usual for Time Tracking.

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DATE:
March 26, 2026

TO:  
All Principals
Elementary and Middle School Resource Team Leaders
High School Special Education Team Leaders

FROM:
Lisa Robinson, Administrator of Schools
Kim Lloyd, Director of Special Education

SUBJECT:
Special Education Resource Instructional Assistants for 2026-2027
Special Education Support Class Instructional Assistants for 2026-2027


The attached memo is designed to explain how special education instructional assistants will be allocated to each schools’ special education program(s) for the 2026-27 school year. We want to make sure everyone has the support staff necessary to meet students’ individual IEP needs.

Please read the memo for instructions and deadlines. If you have any questions, please contact your assigned teacher specialist or program administrator.

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TO:
Administrators

FROM:
Carolyn Gough, Administrator of Teaching and Learning
Chris Richards-Khong, Associate Administrator of Teaching and Learning


Maximize your Advanced Placement budget by sponsoring registration and stipends for teachers ready to move beyond the Summer Institute experience. Join us at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, July 22–24, 2026, for the AP® Annual Conference.

As the premier professional development event for the AP and Pre-AP® communities, the conference offers a deep dive into content-driven workshops and networking. This is a unique opportunity to connect with AP chief readers, coordinators, and fellow educators across all 40 subjects to discover proven methods for expanding student access and success.

Click here for registration costs and information.

 

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Date:
March 16, 2026

To:
Applicable School Principals and Administrative Assistants
All Area Administrators of Schools and Administrative Assistants

From:
John Larsen, Business Administrator
Daniel Ellis, Director of Accounting and Audits
Natalie Grange, Accounting Administrator

Subject:
External Audit Visits


The external auditors (Squire & Company, PC) will be visiting the following schools on the dates indicated. They will be reviewing school fees (appropriate amount charged, waivers, etc.) and financial information. Once finished, the auditors will want a few minutes with the Principal. If the Principal is unavailable, an Assistant Principal may meet with them. The auditors are planning on coming to the schools in the order listed beginning around 8 am. Exact times of arrival will vary depending on length of stay at earlier schools and travel time. There will be two auditors going to different locations this year on Monday-Wednesday. If you have any questions or if your administrative assistant will not be available, please call Natalie Grange at (801) 567-8312.

April 27th-Monday:
Copper Hills HS
Copper Canyon ES
Antelope Canyon ES
Sunset Ridge MS

April 27th-Monday:
West Jordan HS
Joel P. Jensen MS
Columbia ES
Oquirrh ES

April 28th-Tuesday:
Herriman HS
Copper Mountain MS
Hayden Peak ES
Mt Shadows ES

April 28th-Tuesday:
Mt. Ridge HS
Juniper ES
Fort Herriman MS

April 29th-Wednesday:
Bingham HS
Elk Ridge MS
Aspen ES

April 29th-Wednesday:
Riverton HS
Oquirrh Hills MS
Hidden Valley MS

April 30th-Thursday:
Rocky Peak ES
Kelsey Peak MS
Kings Peak HS

 

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TO:
Administrators

FROM:
Carolyn Gough, Adminstrator of Teaching and Learning
Chris Richards-Khong, Associate Administrator of Teaching and Learning.


Make the most of your Advanced Placement budget dollars by sponsoring registration and stipends for AP teachers at a local venue.

Davis School District sponsors Utah's only College Board endorsed summer AP teacher training - the Intermountain AP Summer Institute each summer. An online institute will be held June 8-11, 2026, and an in-person, at Farmington High School, July 7-10, 2026. College Board consultants from across the country will be facilitating sessions.

Register here for the Online Institute
Register here for the In-Person Institute

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Date:
March 19, 2026

To:
Principals and District Administrators

From:
Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools

Subject:
Stipend for Department Chairs and Team Leaders


Stipends for Department Chairs and Team Leaders will be paid early this year due to the transition to Skyward Qmlativ in May.

● Elementary Schools may pay $300 for 8 Team Leaders.

● Middle Schools may pay $500 for 12 Department Chairs or Team Leaders.

● High Schools may pay $500 for 16 Department Chairs or Team Leaders.

A multiple timesheet roster should be submitted to the Payroll Department no later than April 15, 2026. All Department Chairs or Team Leaders will be paid out of the same program number from which their salary is paid. Each roster should be clearly marked “Stipend for Department Chair” or “Stipend for Team Leader.”

Kauri Sue, River’s Edge, South Valley, and JATC will be paid as middle schools. If a school houses an additional special education program (cluster program or preschool program), the school will have an additional team leader allocation.

Budget Code

10 xxx xxxx 2216 131

10 xxx 7551 2216 131 (Special Education)

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DATE:
March 19, 2026

TO:
All Principals

FROM:
Lisa Robinson, Administrator of Schools
Melanie Dawson, Program Administrator of Behavior

SUBJECT:
ETT: Principal Nomination for Spring Cohort


Effective Teacher Training (ETT) is available for a Spring 2026 cohort! We are seeking principal nominations for a portion of this session’s enrollment. If there is a licensed teacher in your building who you would like to take ETT, please complete the Principal Nomination Form by Tuesday, March 24th.

Enrollment will open to all teachers in the district on Thursday, March 26th, so spread the word to additional teachers in your building who would benefit from the class. Registration information will come out in a memo next week.

This course is designed for: All general education and special education teachers
Also welcome: Specialists, interventionists, and mental health providers
(Not available to ESPs)

Topics include:
Antecedents, behavior basics, class-wide and individual interventions, increasing academic effectiveness, data-based decision making, students with unique needs, and personal wellness.

Format:
This 7-week course will be offered online in an asynchronous format. Learners will engage with content and activities via Canvas. *Although pacing is flexible, participants must successfully complete the first module within the first week or their spot will go to someone on the waitlist.

1 USBE credit and a stipend is available to licensed employees who successfully complete the course and meet proficiency on all modules. The ETT stipend is $500.

Note for instructional coaches: You can request to be an observer in the course instead of registering as a learner. Please email taryn.cox@jordandistrict.org if you are interested.

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DATE: 
March 19, 2026

TO:
Department Administrators
Building Principals

FROM: 
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director, Student Services
Caleb Olson, Enrollment Consultant, Student Services

SUBJECT: 
Required Survey on Data Collection Practices for GDPA


In 2024, the Utah Legislature passed legislation (the Government Data Privacy Act, or GDPA) requiring improvements to the data use and retention practices of all government entities, including LEAs. There will be various requirements and process changes that require input and cooperation of departments and schools as existing practices are adjusted and new procedures implemented to meet the requirements of this law.

One such requirement is an inventory of practices regarding the sharing, selling, and purchasing of data, as well as documenting how data is collected from various patron groups (students, employees, and community members). This inventory will be created through department and school responses to a survey, linked below:

https://jordandistrict.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25I65LX2Nbzi0gS

The survey asks for responses on data collection, sharing, selling, and purchasing in a variety of categories specified in Utah law. Department administrators and building principals do not need to directly complete the survey themselves but should be involved in the review of processes and procedures that will be required to answer the survey.

Department administrators (or designees) are asked to complete the survey by June 1, 2026. Building principals (or designees) are asked to complete the survey by July 1, 2026.

Questions or concerns should be communicated to Caleb Olson.

Department Administrators: A list of departments and “sub-units” in each department are provided on the next page. If “sub-units” are missing and will be completing the survey on their own, please provide the name of the organization to Caleb Olson ASAP. If desired, a department administrator may collect answers from all “sub-units” and provide one response to the survey. If one department response will be submitted, please communicate this to Caleb Olson.

District Departments and “Sub-Units”:

District Administration / Cabinet:
District Administration / Cabinet > Superintendent
District Administration / Cabinet > Business Administrator
District Administration / Cabinet > Associate Superintendent
District Administration / Cabinet > Administrators of Schools
District Administration / Cabinet > Nursing Services
Accounting, Budgets, and Audits:
Assessment, Research, and Accountability
Auxiliary Services:
Auxiliary Services > Custodial/Energy Services
Auxiliary Services > Facility Services
CTE
Communications
Compliance & Legal Services

Human Resources
Information Systems
Insurance Services
Jordan Family Ed Center
Language & Culture Services
Nutrition Services
Payroll
Purchasing
Special Education
Student Services:
Student Services > Counseling
Student Services > Guidance
Student Services > Health & Wellness
Student Services > Planning & Enrollment
Student Services > Student Support Services
Teaching & Learning
Teaching & Learning > Digital Learning
Teaching & Learning > Dual Immersion
Teaching & Learning > Gifted and Talented
Teaching & Learning > Instructional Coaching
Teaching & Learning > Instructional Support Services
Teaching & Learning > JCC
Teaching & Learning > Language Arts
Teaching & Learning > Math
Teaching & Learning > Performing & Fine Arts
Teaching & Learning > Science, Health, PE
Teaching & Learning > Social Studies & World Languages
Teaching & Learning > Special Assignments
Transportation

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TO:
Administrators

FROM:
Carolyn Gough, Administrator of Teaching and Learning
Amanda Bollinger, Associate Administrator of Teaching & Learning
Ben Jameson, Director of Assessment, Research and Accountability


A Qualtrics Coaching Survey will be sent by Ben Jameson to all teachers on Monday, March 23rd.

The Jordan School District is looking for ways to enhance, refine and improve our instructional coaching initiative and we need teacher feedback. Please encourage your teachers to complete the coaching survey and answer the questions based on their experience working with school instructional and/or digital coaches. The survey should take less than 5 minutes to complete, depending on the time it takes for teachers to add their comments.

Survey answers are confidential unless teachers identify themselves in the free response questions. Results by school level will be shared at the last Instructional Coaching Institute with Principals. The survey will remain open until April 5th.

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DATE:
March 19, 2026

TO:
All Principals
Administrative Assistants

FROM:
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Jordan District Nurses

SUBJECT:
CPR/First Aid/AED Certification


As a reminder, Jordan School District requires that at least 3 full-time employees in each building be certified in CPR, First Aid, and AED. This spring is a great opportunity to ensure your school is in compliance and is ready for the start of the next school year.

Most certifications are valid for 2 years. It is recommended that employees who have direct responsibility for student health and safety be CPR/First Aid/AED certified. This may include front office staff, playground aides, hall monitors, P.E. teachers, etc. It is also recommended that you keep a list of current CPR/First Aid/AED certified staff members by all main phone lines where calls for emergency help may originate. A template will be shared with you.

CPR, First Aid, and AED training and certification is available to district employees in an online format through the National Safety Council (NSC). The attached document will outline the steps necessary to complete the online portion of the course. Information can also be accessed by going here: CPR & First Aid. The cost of the course is $29.95 and should be paid by the employee at the time of registration. Schools may provide reimbursement for the course, if funds are available, by following appropriate pre-approval and reimbursement procedures.

Once the online course is completed, employees may sign up to complete their certification by attending a 2-hour skills check session with our district nurses. To sign up for a skill check, you will need to register at Jordan Digital Learning under the CPR Alert Course. All skill checks must be completed within 90 days of sign-up for the online course. The remaining skills check sessions for the year are on Friday, April 10, 2026, and on Friday, May 8, 2026.

 

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TO:
Administrators

FROM:
Carolyn Gough, Administrator of Teaching & Learning
Jared Covili, DTL Administrator DTL


The USBE Digital Teaching and Learning (DTL) Grant provides opportunities and tools for teachers in Jordan School District to address and close student achievement gaps through the use of high quality instruction that integrates technology. This survey will help us determine technology training and hardware/software needs for the 2026-2027 school year. Use the links below to complete the end of year DTL Survey from USBE. Survey is due April 8, 2026.

Admin Link for Survey

Teacher Link for Survey 

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TO:
All Administrators

FROM:
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Brad Sorensen, Administrator of Schools
Cody Curtis, Administrator of Schools
Odette Desmarais, Administrator of Schools
Meredith Doleac, Administrator of Schools
Becky Gerber, Administrator of Schools
Lisa Robinson, Administrator of Schools
April Gaydosh, Administrator of Human Resources


This is a mandatory 2-day in-person training for all administrators.

DATES: The trainings will run June 10 & 11 or June 17 & 18, 2026
LOCATION: JATC-S Building
TIME: 8:00-3:30 pm each day

Lunch will be on your own.

Click HERE to sign up for a 2-day training session.

Please contact Shannel Hooper at 801-567-8204 with any questions.

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DATE: 
March 16, 2026

TO:  
Elementary School Administrators
Middle School Administrators
High School Administrators

FROM: 
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director of Student Services
Stacee Worthen, School Counselor Consultant

SUBJECT:   
April School Counselor Training and Professional Development


April School Counselor training and professional development opportunities. Please direct any questions to Stacee Worthen, School Counselor Consultant, at 801-567-8309.

Thursday, Apr. 9, CSCP BRISC Training - Consult Call, Zoom
All New Counselors and Interns
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Friday, Apr. 10, CSCP APR SEC PLC, JATC-South, Auditorium
Secondary School Counselors
7:30 am - 9:00 am

Friday, Apr. 10, CSCP APR ELEM PLC, JATC-South, Auditorium
Elementary School Counselors
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Tuesday, Apr. 14, Riverton Feeder Meeting
Riverton Feeder Counselors K-12
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Wednesday, Apr. 15, CSCP Q4 In-Service Training, JATC-South, Auditorium
All School Counselors attend Session 1 or 2
Session 1 -- 8:00 am - 10:00 am; Session 2 – 10:15 am – 12:15 pm

Thursday, Apr. 23, Herriman Feeder Meeting, Herriman HS
Herriman Feeder Counselors K-12
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Friday, Apr. 24, CSCP APR Small Group ELEM PLC, Various Schools
Elementary School Counselors
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Wednesday, Apr. 29, CSCP Counselor Collaborative Committee, District Office, Room 129
Only School Counselors appointed to this committee
8:00 am - 11:30 am

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DATE: 
March 16, 2026

TO:   
Principals
Assistant Principals
School Resource Officers (SRO’s)

FROM: 
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director of Student Services
Matt Alvernaz, School Safety Coordinator

SUBJECT:
District Inter-City SRO & Administrator Training


A District Inter-City School Resource Officer training will be held as shown below and is strongly encouraged for each SRO and at least one (1) administrator from each building to attend if possible. This is a great opportunity for the cities to collaborate and discuss students and/or issues of concern that cross city and school boundaries.

The invitation includes elementary administrators as well. Many of the students we discuss have younger siblings who are often impacted by the same issues and subject to the trends we see.

Date: March 20, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Location: Jordan Learning Center

Please contact District School Safety Coordinator, Matt Alvernaz at matt.alvernaz@jordandistrict.org or by phone at (801) 567-8623 if you have any questions.

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DATE:
March 16th, 2026

TO:  
Principals
Assistant Principals
School Safety Specialists

FROM:
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director of Student Services
Matt Alvernaz, School Safety Coordinator

SUBJECT:
April SRP Drill – Great Utah ShakeOut Earthquake Drill


Due to the timing of Spring Break, we will not be holding our monthly ZOOM meeting April 1, 2026.

On Thursday, April 16th 2026, at 10:15 A.M. a million Utahns will “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” in the annual Great Utah ShakeOut Earthquake Drill.

All schools are encouraged to participate in this drill during the designated time, or to conduct an earthquake drill sometime in the month of April.  This is an opportunity to incorporate emergency preparedness in classroom lessons and to include proper ways to protect oneself during an earthquake. There have not been any changes or updates to our earthquake procedures from the previous year.

The Jordan School District has registered as a whole to participate in the Great Utah ShakeOut.  You can find more information at: www.ShakeOut.org/Utah.

Please review the Jordan School District Safety Manual - Earthquake Action Plan and Standard Operating Guidelines on pages 28-31 for planning, drilling and responding to an earthquake.

For additional information or guidance please contact the District School Safety Coordinator, Matt Alvernaz at matt.alvernaz@jordandistrict.org or by phone at 801-567-8623.

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DATE:    
March 12, 2026

TO:    
Elementary School Administrators

FROM: 
Michael Anderson, Associate Superintendent
Travis Hamblin, Director of Student Services
McKinley Withers, Health and Wellness

SUBJECT: 
Invitation to Utah Prevention Days 2026 -Register ASAP


Fifth and sixth-grade classes are invited to participate in the annual Utah Prevention Days event at The Ballpark at America First Square, a celebration of resilience and commitment to healthy lifestyles. This event features competitive high school baseball games while highlighting essential prevention themes like anti-bullying, health and wellness, and abstaining from drugs/alcohol.

Event Details
The event will be held on two separate dates, and eligible classes can attend one:
Dates:   Tuesday, May 5, 2026 or Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time:    Gates open at 9:30 AM; games begin at 11:00 AM
Teams: The high school teams that will be playing have not yet been announced

Eligibility: This event is open to 5th or 6th grade classes that have completed 5 prevention-based lessons (SEW) prior to May 5, 2026.

Registration Information
To ensure your school can attend, please register as soon as possible. Please sign up using this link to provide information for each attending school and select your preferred game date.

Interested Jordan schools may register until March 31, 2026.

Additional Logistics

  • Transportation is not included, schools would need to arrange their own transportation..
  • Admission: Free entrance for all students, teachers, and chaperones. Please include all students, teachers, chaperones, and bus drivers in your final count.
  • Dining: Attendees may bring their own lunches or purchase food at the concession stands. A special $7 meal deal (hot dog, soda, and chips) will be available.
  • Ticket Voucher: Each attending student will receive a voucher valid for one free ticket to a 2026 Salt Lake Bees game (restrictions may apply).

Following the registration deadline, the Salt Lake Bees will send further details regarding bus drop-off routes, parking, and other logistics to the registered contact person.

 

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