ABOUT JORDAN HILLS
Jordan Hills Elementary serves the community located between the new Bingham Highway (approximately 7800 South) and 9000 South. Jordan Hills neighborhoods are comprised mostly of relatively new subdivisions. Our school population is best described as being in a rapid growth pattern. Families in the area are very supportive and involved in our community of learners.
The goal at Jordan Hills Elementary is to help students become useful, contributing members of society by teaching academics and responsible citizenship. Students at Jordan Hills are the main focus of the staff who work together to provide a warm learning climate where students excel in a fun and safe environment.
- Jordan Hills Elementary serves approximately 1,150 students on a year-round schedule. Students are divided into four attendance tracks. Typically, each track is in school for 45 days followed by 15 days of vacation. The school takes a common vacation in July.
- The school day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:25 p.m., except on Fridays when school is dismissed at 1:25 p.m. to allow teachers time for planning and making track changes.
- The teacher/pupil ratio is 1 to 22.00 in first grade, 1 to 22.30 in second grade, 1 to 23.80 in third grade, and 1 to 25.90 in grades four, five and six. The actual class sizes vary.
- The curriculum follows state and District guidelines and provides students with a solid foundation of basic skills as well as many opportunities for enrichment experiences. A team of highly trained professionals with diverse talents and interests provides a broad range of learning experiences for gifted education and interactive learning.
- Teachers are formally evaluated on a regular basis. Improvement in teaching skills, student achievement and self-concept development are emphasized.
- Technology training is part of the school curriculum. Our computer lab is available where all students in grades K through six learn keyboarding skills, word processing programs and work with software in language arts and math during weekly computer classes. The school system is networked to provide school-wide computer experiences, including the Internet.
- Special Education, speech/language and guidance services are available for students who require these services.
- Literacy Facilitators and literacy assistants provide direct services to students who require additional help with reading goals. The school staff are trained on a regular basis by the Literacy Facilitators in research-based practices and strategies.
- Jordan Hills students are expected to share responsibility for learning by attending school regularly and maintaining a positive attitude toward self, others and the school.
- School lunches are prepared on-site each day and are available for $1.50. Reduced rate or free lunches are available for qualifying applicants.
- Jordan Hills has an active PTA organization which meets regularly to coordinate school programs and volunteer services. Parent volunteers provide individual tutoring for children and help teachers with classroom needs.
- A School Community Group, comprised of parents, PTA and school staff representatives, is organized to provide insights and direction on important school issues.
- Parents and community members are encouraged to visit the school at any time.
- Teachers voluntarily participate in many hours of inservice to improve teaching techniques.
- We have a positive student behavior program where students are continually recognized for making good choices within the school community.
TEST SCORES
U-PASS REPORTS
- 2006-07 Reports
- 2005-06 Reports
- 2004-05 Reports
- The purpose of the Utah Performance Assessment System for Students (U-PASS)
is to provide information about how students in Utah schools are doing relative
to the Utah State Core Curriculum and State requirements for school performance.
Information is compiled and presented by the Utah State Office of Education
in accordance with Utah State law. If you have any
questions about the data, please contact the school.
Jordan School District | 9361 S. 300 East | Sandy, UT 84070 | (801) 567-8100 | ©