Connect Canyons

Aug 28 2024
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Learning is about making connections, and we invite you to learn and connect with us. Connect Canyons is a show about what we teach in Canyons District, how we teach, and why. We get up close and personal with some of the people who make our schools great: students, teachers, principals, parents, and more. We meet national experts, too. And we spotlight the “connection makers” — personalities, programs and prospects — we find compelling and inspiring. 

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Ep 90: Sign Up for Parenting Classes, Student Supports at the Canyons Family Center

Aug 28 2024 22 mins  
People are stressed. The COVID-19 pandemic, global conflicts, and the always-connected nature of modern life are weighing on our collective consciousness. But no one needs to face these pressures alone. In Canyons District, there’s a resource called the Canyons Family Center, which, for 15 years, has provided a spectrum of wellness supports to families completely free of charge,

Ep 89: Utah Royals Roster Bolstered by Talents, Skills of Alta High Graduates

Aug 22 2024 5 mins  
Michele Vasconcelos set the Alta High record for the number of goals scored in a single season when she dominated the prep scene in 2011 with her Hawk teammates. The big moment came during the 65th minute of the 5A state championship at the then-Rio Tinto Stadium that gave the Hawks the state trophy. That record stood until 2016 when Brecken Mozingo, who grew up just blocks away fr

Ep 88: Three Proven Ways to Calm Those Back-to-School Jitters

Aug 14 2024 31 mins  
Positive affirmations and notes tucked into lunchboxes with the encouraging words, “You got this!” There is no shortage of the creative ways parents devise to ease those back-to-school jitters. Seasoned educators, however, will tell you the best tips and tricks boil down to three key components: routine, boundaries, and communication. For the first Connect Canyons episode for t

Ep 87: From Awareness to Action: Helping Teens Navigate Mental Health Challenges

May 23 2024 38 mins  
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders affect 31 percent of adolescents while depression affects 13% of our children. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, providing a time to recognize the importance of mental health, the stigma that surrounds it, and highlighting the resources available to those who need support right here in Canyons District. On

Ep 86: Anchors Aweigh: Celebrating CSD Retirees as They Set Sail on Their New Adventures

May 09 2024 22 mins  
Every retirement marks the end of an era, but also a time to reflect on the profound impact one's career can have. As we bid farewell to our Canyons School District retirees, we're especially privileged to share the story of Connie Crosby, a true cornerstone of our education family. Her role in establishing the McKinney-Vento program in Canyons School District has been nothing shor

Ep 85: Celebrating Canyons Culture Through Picture Books and Young Adult Books

May 02 2024 28 mins  
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and when you add beautiful illustrations to a book, you open up a new world of adventure and learning for young children. For many, picture books are the first introduction to the world of literature. This week we have a special guest, award winning author and Canyons parent Emily Inouye Huey. We also hear from Mariah Wall – Canyon’s

Episode 84: Past CSD Teacher of the Year Honorees Share Experience as New Teacher of the Year is Crowned

Apr 25 2024 23 mins  
Canyons Teachers are known for going above and beyond. They are dedicated to their students in the classroom and after school, spending extra time to ensure they succeed and supporting them in their extra-curricular activities. Teachers are the profession to teach all other professions. This week, Alta High mathematics teacher Kevin Clyde was named as the 2024 Canyons District Teac

Ep 83: Union Weekly: How a History Class Podcast is Revolutionizing Education

Apr 16 2024 21 mins  
Ever wondered what school would be like if history lessons were as engaging as your favorite podcast? Well, pack your earbuds because we're heading to Union Middle School where Mr. Schlesinger and his students, Zander Frisbey and Hailee Warner, are turning the classroom on its head. On a special mobile visit, we uncover the inspiring story behind Union Weekly — a podcast that's n

Ep 82: 14th Annual Canyons Film Festival: Nurturing the Next Generation of Story Tellers

Apr 10 2024 25 mins  
Virtually every U.S. household has a streaming device, and Americans spend more than three hours a day streaming digital media, or 21 hours a week. Add to that the $6.5 billion spent in 2022 on movie tickets and it's easy to understand why the film industry is such a big draw for those looking to make a career out of movie making. In Canyons School District, we work to provide stud

Ep 81: March Madness: Hoops and Hopes Advancing Female Athletes

Apr 01 2024 24 mins  
It’s down to the wire for this year’s March Madness NCAA basketball tournaments and the women’s teams are getting as much attention, if not more, than the men’s this year. We sit down with two of Canyon’s head girls basketball coaches to talk about why they think there has been an uptick in interest in women’s sports. We also hear how they work with the young women on t