Being new to Summit County, a para educator job at Silver Summit Elementary is juts what Mrs. Owens needed. "I have love, loved, LOVED being a para! I love learning and asking questions to learn. I also love to read! Give me a good book and I am happy."
Besides being parents to four children, Michelle and her husband just became first-time grandparents. Although they're new to the area, they think it's great. Michelle has enjoyed utilizing her creativity and crafting skills while she's putting her new house together. They were settled in their previous home, after living in it for 20 years.
We're glad you're part of the South Summit family, Mrs. Owens.
It's that time of year again... Nominations are now open for educator of the year. Nominate an educator who is making a difference, it only takes a minute. Nominations close on March 22, submit yours today! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G2NBRWZ
#EducatorOfTheYear23 #SSEF #SSEdFoundation
School Board meeting is tomorrow night, Thursday, March 9th at 5:30 p.m. Check out the agenda and join us in person or via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@southsummitschooldistrict/streams
#WeAreSouthSummit #SSSDBoardOfEd
Mrs. Cook has been doing social work her whole life. It's kind of who she is. Although she's only been getting paid to do for the past few years, after she went back to school to earn her master's degree. (It's never too late, kids!) "I have always been someone who has a soft place in my heart for the underdog- the person sitting alone, feeling rejected, or misunderstood, she says. "Social work feels like the way for me to help those who may not have had the same opportunities as others, for whatever reason. It feels rewarding to offer help to students who may have or are experiencing traumatic events and challenges and to be able to offer healing and support. "
Speaking of dogs, Mrs. Cook has two: Moe, the goldendoodle who looks more like an irish setter and Ford who is known by name at the after-hours emergency vet due to his sneaky Halloween candy eating antics.
Besides her furry family, Kelly loves her husband and four children. All of whom are in Utah now after living in the San Francisco area for 20 years. As a family they love to do all the outside things like hike, bike and ski.
She wants the community to know that we have awesome kids in the district! "They are kind, humble, willing to face hard things, and are making the world a better place through their hard work and compassion. "
We want Mrs. Cook to know that we are lucky to have her in the District. She is such a great addition to our team and a great advocate for our students. Happy School Social Work Week! #WeAreSouthSummit #SSWeek2023 #WeRise2023
It's Coding Week at South Summit School District! Students will be participating in various computer programming and coding events all week and showing their work off Thursday, March 9th at the Student Showcase.
School fees hearing, Thursday, March 9th at 6:00 p.m.
Don't miss South Summit's Coding Night, Thursday, Mar. 9 from 5 - 8pm at the Middle School. You can try out robots, 3D printers and VR headsets! Plus free food and prizes - everyone welcome!
Friday, March 3rd at 12:30 p.m. 6th grade students will get some training on internet and social media training. Their parents are invited to join them at the Middle School, or watch the presentation via the South Summit School District's YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@southsummitschooldistrict/streams
We have some amazing faculty and staff at South Summit. We think you should get to know them as well as we do. #staffshoutout #wearesouthsummit #southsummitmiddle #hereforthekids #psw23
It's Public Schools Week and we are #hereforthestudents
#wearesouthsummit #utpubliced #PSW23
Thrive Registration closes soon! This is the last session of the school year so register now to gain the necessary tools and life skills to improve your well-being, live with purpose and intention. For Summit County & Wasatch County youth grades 6-12. THRIVE is currently free, thanks to generous donations and grants to Live Like Sam. Youth participants will receive $80 after completing the Thrive program and its requirements. Thrive is a virtual youth well-being and life skills program. On average, recent Thrive participants have experienced a 55% decrease in anxiety and a 28% decrease in symptoms of depression while recognizing a 7% increase in quality of life after participating in a 6-week Thrive program. Register by March 1st @ 11:59pm https://wlev.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3gQvOLAiPf5FnVA Spring 2023 Cohort Time Slots: Week of March 12 - Week of April 26. There will be no cohorts during Spring Break (April 4-14). For more information, please visit: www.livelikesam.org/Thrive
We're providing a free early intervention screening for preschool age kids. If you have any concerns about your child's development, make an appointment for March 10th.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ABAB23A5F9C34-preschool
We are planning on a regular school day for tomorrow, Thursday, February 23rd. Circumstances could change overnight. Parents, please check your email in the morning for any updates. You will be notified by 5:30 a.m. if things change.
If you've ever heard of the Runaway Twinkie, then you know this guy. Tom is one of our beloved school bus drivers, whom all the kids adore. February is "Love the Bus" month and we want Tom and all of our bus drivers to know that we love them! Thanks for taking care of our students first thing in the morning and last thing in the afternoon. #wearesouthsummit #lovethebusmonth
The weather is frightening, so we have issued a remote learning day. Parents, check your email for details. #remotelearningday #utahweather
You're never too old to play with play-doh! Last week Mrs. Cummings' FACS (Family and Consumer Science) class delved into the world of play-doh. They made three different kinds to see which would be the best for children to play with in a day care setting. #wearesouthsummit #FACS #southsummitmiddle
Celebrating our Presidents today.
His life story is one he's trying to teach kids not to live. Our new School Resource Officer, Detective Eric Baker dropped out of school, moved out, got a job and found himself living paycheck to paycheck. It wasn't what he wanted in life and he knew he could do better. He joined the military and spent 10 years serving our country before he finally ventured into the career of his dreams: law enforcement. Det. Baker shares his message with students because he wants them to stay in school and not do things the hard way like he did. He loves kids and is happy in his new role. Ultimately his message to students is to work hard, set goals and accomplish them little by little until you get to where you want to be. #nationalschoolresourceofficerday #wearesouthsummit
Hour of Code Week is coming! March 6-10th. We're holding a special showcase at South Summit Middle School on March 9th from 5-8 p.m.
Parent Teacher Conferences this week at South Summit Middle and High Schools. Zoom by appointment for the Middle School (except 5th grade). Open House style for the High School. #wearesouthsummit #sshswildcats #southsummitmiddle #ptc
