Mission Statement for Gifted and Talented Programming in
Jordan School District:
The Gifted and Talented Department in Jordan School District is dedicated to the growth of all students and is committed to promoting:
- Opportunities for all students to extend learning, explore new experiences, and discover talents and interests.
- Targeted services for identified students, including opportunities to connect and collaborate in safe, positive, and supportive settings.
- Qualified teachers who participate in ongoing professional development and utilize researched-based instructional strategies.
- Challenging and engaging learning environments that include rigor, critical thinking, creativity, depth and complexity, problem-solving, choice, and real-world applications.
- Equitable policies and universal access for all students regardless of demographics, geography, socioeconomic status, gender, race, ethnicity, affiliation, and grade.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
JSD Middle School Debate Tournament
April 8 @ Elk Ridge Middle School
JSD Elementary Debate Tournament
April 9 @ Elk Ridge Middle School
Story Weavers
May 16 @ Jordan Auxiliary Services
OUR TEAM:
Administrator
Rebecca Smith
801-567-8368
Rebecca Smith
801-567-8368

Admin Assistant
Camille Kartchner
801-567-8138
Camille Kartchner
801-567-8138

Elementary Specialist
Taryn Cox
801-567-8468
Taryn Cox
801-567-8468

Secondary Specialist
Frankie Walton
801-567-8319
Frankie Walton
801-567-8319
