In a special Legislative Session, lawmakers voted to restore nearly $4.2 million dollars that was previously vetoed by Governor Herbert almost two months ago. In connection with the funding is reading intervention software programs, preschool, and culinary arts programs. The…
On May 13th, Governor Herbert discussed his proposed changes to the SAGE assessments and the Utah Common Core. Governor Herbert recently presented the Utah State School Board with a formal request to repeal SAGE testing in the secondary schools and…
At the conclusion of teacher appreciation week, I would like to personally thank all of the teachers in our district who work diligently to provide our students with such a quality of educational opportunities that will in turn allow our…
I would like to begin by publicly thanking the Garfield County School Board for offering me the superintendent position five years ago. The Board has been instrumental in correcting the financial shortfalls, adopting policies, increasing student safety, providing needed resources…
With recent legislative changes, Math III (11th grade) is now required for students to enroll in any concurrent enrollment math course. The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) adopted rules effective in August of 2016. One of the changes is…
With recent legislative changes, Math III (11th grade) is now required for students to enroll in any concurrent enrollment math course. The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) adopted rules effective in August of 2016. One of the changes is…
Over the past two years, Garfield County School District has completed grant applications to the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program (BTSALP). The BTSALP program provides funding for incorporating arts in elementary schools. Currently 130 elementary schools across the State…
On April 7, 2016, I had the privilege of attending the 38th Annual Sterling Scholar Awards Program presented by KSL Broadcasting Group and the Desert News. Students from Bryce Valley High School and Panguitch High School competed against high school…
As the end of the school year quickly approaches, schools are making arrangements for field trips. When the field trips are planned, parents will receive an “Identified Risk of Participation” form from the school explaining the possible risks or concerns…
Beginning on March 28th, Garfield County School District will be administering the summative SAGE assessments for Language Arts, Math, and Science curriculums. Students in 3rd -11th grades will be participating in the state mandated testing. The historical timeline for legislative…