West Valley City School Instructor Nick Hamm was presented the district Above and Beyond Award at a recent school board meeting. Principal Dusty Andres shared that Nick is an innovative staff member with creative ideas for curriculum delivery who enjoys engaging his students in community projects.

Congratulations to Outdoor Learning Center Director Jami Ostby Marsh who recently received word that she was granted $12,000 from the Hagan Foundation to fund the Project NEST program. She will work in partnership with the Hutton Settlement on Project NEST, which is a program to create a Nature Therapy Garden.

Congratulations to WVHS students, staff and community members who worked hard to win the annual spirit competition against East Valley High School.

Congratulations to CMS Head Secretary Linda Curtis on receiving the Above and Beyond Award at a recent school board meeting. Principal Karen Bromps and Gear Up Director Rosalie Sigler nominated her for the award.

This time of year weather conditions may cause a change in the regular school day. We have a process in place to make weather related decisions about a delayed start or cancellation of the regular day. If this is necessary, we will activate our emergency telephone and text message system to notify families.

Dishman Hills instructor Jason Abrams applied for a Hagan Foundation Grant to fund a Learning Through Music program. His application was funded and the school received $4,867. Congratulations Jason and DHHS!

Mark your calendar to attend the annual spirit competition against East Valley on Friday, January 11, 2019.