KPCW Local News Hour--July 6, 2020 (23.04) Business Administrator Robinson gives update on next year's budget. Superintendent Sorenson discusses reopening plans for the new school year. READ MORE >
Hogan & Associates Construction, Inc., Construction Manager General Contractor (CMGC) for South Summit School District, is requesting bids for the South Summit HS Misc. Improvements in accordance with the plans and specifications as prepared by Naylor Wentworth Lund, 723 West Pacific Ave. #101, Salt Lake City, UT Read more here. READ MORE >
School lunch continues through JulyWe will be continuing our meal pick up on Monday and Wednesday until July 31st. Starting June 29th our pick up time will change. We will be handing out from 9:30-11:00 at the South Summit Middle School. July 29th will be our last pick up day for the summer. Email Tammy at tclegg@ssummit.org if you have any questions. READ MORE >
KSL NewsRadio, June 10, 2020--South Summit Wires Up for Covid-19... READ MORE >
Dear Parent/Guardian, As we continue to face the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, students, employees, and parents world-wide are having to navigate a “new normal”. Between learning how to do school and work from home, implementing new safety precautions, managing family needs and more, it’s a tough time for everyone. The thing I love about this community is... READ MORE >
These awesome fifth graders earned their Give Me Liberty awards, in spite of the unique circumstances of remote learning. Great job students! READ MORE >
Today, Governor Gary R. Herbert announced that Utah schools will continue on a soft-closure for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Read more here: https://www.ssummit.org/covid-19-coronavirus--7 READ MORE >
Park Record, March 26, 2020--Summit County's teachers adapting to distance learning... READ MORE >
KPCW-March 20, 2020: South Summit School District Superintendent Shad Sorenson has the latest in how the district is handling the COVID-19 outbreak. (28:20) READ MORE >
Park Record-March 18, 2020--Summit County Schools Continue to feed and teach students... READ MORE >
State issues extension on K-12 and Technical College dismissal SALT LAKE CITY (March 23, 2020) - Gov. Gary R. Herbert, State Superintendent Syd Dickson, and Acting Commissioner of Technical Education Jared Haines announced today that Utah’s K-12 public schools will extend their dismissal through Friday, May 1st, and that Utah’s technical colleges will suspend... READ MORE >
Student Meals During School Closure School lunch is still available. IF YOU NEED A SCHOOL LUNCH YOU MUST EMAIL tclegg@ssummit.org or call 435-783-4301 Ext. 3310. Please remember that you can pick up lunch and breakfast each morning starting Wednesday, March 18th through Friday March 20th and the week of March 23rd - March 27th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the... READ MORE >
Good information from the Summit County Health Department. READ MORE >
Beginning Monday, March 23, 2020 South Summit School District will go on a "school closure" as per recommendation of Summit County Dept of Health. If students need anything from school prior to spring break they MUST get it on Friday, March 20th. We are following recommendations from the Summit County Health Department and as we all know, this pandemic changes... READ MORE >
March 13, 2020 Governor Herbert announced today a state-wide school dismissal for the next two weeks as a preemptive measure to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Learning will still happen, but students will not be physically attending classes beginning Monday, March 16, 2020. Middle and high school students need to check their school email everyday to receive... READ MORE >
State Superintendent Dickson puts restrictions on school activities...SALT LAKE CITY – “Safety for our students and the adults who serve them, is our priority. That means their health and well-being, along with continued education is on the forefront of our minds,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Sydnee Dickson. “Right now – we are transitioning... READ MORE >
Board Meeting limited to 25 peopleOur county health director has recommended board meeting be less than 25 people in attendance. The meeting will be available through Facebook Live. If you are not scheduled to be on the agenda, please do NOT attend. You can participate electronically which will help reduce the risk of transferring COVID-19. The electronic... READ MORE >
Be assured we are currently doing the following: – Regularly cleaning all high-touch surfaces.– Utilizing commercial-grade disinfect on all facilities bi-weekly. – Promoting safe hygiene methods with students, staff. – Actively monitoring illness statistics across the district. – Preparing educational mission for at-home, electronic, and paper delivery. –... READ MORE >
March 11, 2020 The Utah Department of Health (UDOH) and the Summit County Health Department (SCHD) announced the state’s third case of COVID-19. Click here for more information. https://summitcountyhealth.org/coronavirus READ MORE >
March 7, 2020 We are aware of the concerns amid the coronavirus outbreak. The Summit County Health Department reports that NO CASES HAVE BEEN CONFIRMED IN SUMMIT COUNTY, to date. On March 6, 2020 Governor Herbert issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in response to the evolving outbreak. Later that day the Utah Department of Health confirmed the... READ MORE >
Businesses looking to hire and students looking for a job? Come to the Job Fair on April 2nd. READ MORE >
SSMS Student Body Officers at Utah Legislature...Student Body Officers for SSMS had the opportunity to give the prayer and pledge at the opening of the House of Representatives. They got to meet the Speaker of the House, Representative Wilde from our district and sit in during the session to watch the voting. READ MORE >
Coronavirus UpdateSummit County, Utah (February 28, 2020) There have been many rumors and speculations about Coronavirus circulating on global, national and local levels over the past few weeks. Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is a new and emerging public health concern that we are prepared to respond to locally if necessary. Although discussions about COVID-19 may be... READ MORE >
Family friendly entertainment and FFA fundraiser this Thursday! READ MORE >
FFA Week is next week! February 24-28 READ MORE >
School board precincts 1, 2 and 3 are up for election in 2020. The filing period is March 13 8:00 AM-March 19 5:00 PM. Candidates interested in filing for public office must appear in person at County Clerk office (60 N. Main Coalville) during business hours.... READ MORE >
KPCW, Nov. 6, 2019--Bittersweet failure of South Summit School District Bond... READ MORE >
Park Record, November 6, 2019 Voters say no to South Summit School District bond measure... READ MORE >
KPCW, October 24, 2019: Football players suspended for vaping... READ MORE >
Park Record, October 15, 2019--South Summit High School suspends players for vaping READ MORE >
Park Record, October 16, 2019--SSHS bond: Proponents hope to reverse 2017 rejection READ MORE >
Park Record, October 13, 2019--South Summit Forms First Gay-Straight Alliance READ MORE >
KSL News Radio, October 11, 2019 14 Varsity Players Suspended for Vaping READ MORE >
October 7, 2019 Utah Taxpayers Association put support behind the South Summit School District bond... READ MORE >
Mile Post--September 30, 2019 Education: Here come the kids...The schools are bursting at the seams. READ MORE >
Summit County News, September 27, 2019--South Summit School District to bond for new high school... READ MORE >
Monday, October 7 from 4 PM to 7 PM the Middle School PTO will be sponsoring a "Fall Festival". There will be Food, Music, Craft Vendors, Pumpkin Patch, Hay Bale Maze, Petting Zoo, Bounce Houses, Games and more. This will be the only PTO sponsored fund raiser for this year to help with student programs and teacher needs. Come out for a fun time and to support... READ MORE >
Aloha! Pull out your Hawaiian shirt and dust off your grass skirts. Surf’s up this year with the Wildcat Homecoming week September 23rd-September 28th. The South Summit student body would like to invite the community to a Luau Tailgate Friday, September 27th from 5:00-6:30. This year in place of the parade we are eager to offer a community tailgate with photo... READ MORE >
KPCW--Sept. 11, 2019, Superintendent Sorenson discusses all day kindergarten, Opportunities Night and the proposed bond. READ MORE >
Park Record--August 16, 2019 South Summit Will Seek $87 Bond for New High School... READ MORE >
Park Record, August 12, 2019 Coaches express frustration as South Summit sports funding redirected to teacher salaries... READ MORE >
Did you know you need to reapply every year? Applications are now available on the district website, at all the schools, and the district office. READ MORE >
Students in the work-base learning program get real-life work experience, and local businesses can train employees to fill positions. https://www.parkrecord.com/news/south-summit-high-school-internship-program-opens-doors-for-students/ READ MORE >
Park Record-April 13, 2019 Summit County invites public to celebrate arts https://www.parkrecord.com/entertainment/summit-county-invites-public-to-celebrate-the-arts-with-exhibits-and-dedications/ READ MORE >
KPCW-April 19, 2019 Superintendent Sorenson and Principal Flinders update on district issues including $75 million bond election. READ MORE >
Park Record, April 3, 2019--Shortage of all-season facilities is causing coaches to play the schedule... READ MORE >
Park Record, April 3, 2019--South Summit Board of Education removes elementary school from bond plans... READ MORE >
Park Record, March 28, 2019--Summit County school districts explore cutbacks to reduce student fees... READ MORE >
KPCW-March 27, 2019--South Summit ponders $75 million for a new high school... READ MORE >
KPCW, March 27, 2019--https://www.kpcw.org/post/loca...Superintendent Sorenson has update on bond... READ MORE >
Park Record, March 26, 2019--Drama Club to host community event... READ MORE >
ABC News--March 20, 2019 Law Enforcement and schools prepare in case of active shooter... READ MORE >
Park Record, March 13, 2019--South Summit explores $90 million bond... READ MORE >
Park Record, March 7, 2019 Louise Willoughby was named Innovator of the Year... READ MORE >
Summit County News, March 2, 2019--Louise Willoughby was named Innovator of the Year by the Utah Association of Elementary School Principals... READ MORE >
Annual Children's Dental Health Day--kids get free check ups at the People's Health Clinic. READ MORE >
February 27, 2019 Park Record--South Summit to use $10,000 Powerade award for athletics...https://www.parkrecord.com/new... READ MORE >
KPCW-Feb. 20, 2019 Superintendent gives district update on KPCW. READ MORE >
Park Record-Feb. 21. 2019 Summit County students collaborate for panel event on substance abuse, mental health... READ MORE >
KPCW-January 24, 2019 South Summit School District plans to be innovative when building new school... READ MORE >
KPCW-January 24, 2019 School Safety is a Priority for South Summit School District... READ MORE >
KPCW--January 23, 2019 Interview with Superintendent Sorenson...https://www.kpcw.org/post/loca... READ MORE >
KPCW--January 23, 2019 South Summit School District Preparing for 2019 Bond Push... READ MORE >
Future Vision Mailer-January 2019 The board of education has created an educational mailer describing the future vision of South Summit School District. School District residents should be receiving it in the mail this week. READ MORE >
Park Record January 10, 2019South Summit School District leases property while it awaits funding for new school... READ MORE >
Park Record January 11, 2019South Summit Elementary sees decrease in bullying with new initiatives... READ MORE >
Listen to Superintendent Sorenson and Business Administrator discuss enrollment projections on KPCW. READ MORE >
November 16, 2018 KPCW http://www.kpcw.org/post/local... (10.50 minutes in) READ MORE >
Park Record, November 6, 2018 Voters weigh in on school boards... READ MORE >
KPCW Oct. 25, 2018 KPCW reports on latest school enrollment numbers in Summit and Wasatch counties. READ MORE >
Park Record October 31, 2018 Education Briefs READ MORE >
Election Preview: South Summit School Board Seat 5... READ MORE >
KPCW Oct. 23, 2018 KPCW election preview seat 4 READ MORE >
Join the Summit County Wellness Alliance for an informative night with Dr. Brad Reedy. This is a great opportunity to learn how to improve communication between parents and teens. Dr. Reedy will also share other helpful insights about boundaries, resilience, peer pressure and more. Don't miss out on this incredible, FREE resource: Monday, November 5th from 6-8 p.m.... READ MORE >
It's national school bus safety week. Thanks to our bus drivers for keeping us safe everyday! READ MORE >
We love our lunch ladies! Thanks for all you do. READ MORE >
Mr. Ruf's 8th Grade Robotics Class Has Mad Skills... READ MORE >
Park Record September 29, 2018 South Summit Board of Education signals plans to seek bond in 2019... READ MORE >
Park Record September 26, 2018 South Summit Elementary Reading Program... READ MORE >
Park Record September 26, 2018 South Summit School District goes back to the drawing board... READ MORE >
KPCW September 20, 2018And, coming up on October 6th is the 9th annual Harvest Festival at High Star Ranch. Wawra says it’s a celebration of all things local. “We have a lot of local arts and crafts vendors, local food vendors, the famous rotary apple pies, local apples from ReLEAF Utah that I handpicked myself over in Summit County. So, I am excited about being a... READ MORE >
South Summit mountain bike team grows with area trails... READ MORE >
Four candidates face off for two open seats on the South Summit Board of Education... READ MORE >
Silver Summit Academy opens after delays... READ MORE >
South Summit School District Busting at Seams KPCW reports on the growth South Summit is experiencing and the role Silver Summit Academy plays. READ MORE >
Does your child have special diet needs? We will gladly accommodate any dietary allergies/needs your child may have. Just submit this document. READ MORE >
Summit County proposed tax increase. READ MORE >
Notice of Proposed Tax Increase The South Summit School District is proposing to increase its property tax revenue. READ MORE >
Beginning with the end in mind, the school board is working towards a common master plan with multiple phases. For the first phase they are considering two options: Elementary Option: Supports a 10 year plan, supports neighborhood school philosophy, and is less expensive initially High School Option: Supports a 10 year plan, transportation center relocation isn't... READ MORE >