Connect Canyons
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.
Episodes
103 episodes
Ep 102: Helping Students Tackle Mental Health in the Winter Months
A new study found Americans see poor mental health as one of the biggest threats to public health, just behind obesity and the opioid epidemic — more of a societal threat than cancer, COVID 19, or access to firearms. We've also seen that rise i...
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Ep 101: Here’s What It Takes To Earn National Distinction For College-Readiness
Merriam Webster defines the word avid as characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit. That's exactly how students in our five AVID schools pursue their education with the goal of graduating college- and career-ready. AVI...
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Brighton High Grad Sparkles as Miss Utah, Sets Sights on Miss America Crown
The sparkling tiara of Miss America is within the reach of a Brighton High graduate who has dreamed of winning the title since she was a small girl watching the pageant on television. Paris Matthews, a 2016 BHS graduate and the curr...
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Ep 99: The Power of Volunteerism in Canyon School District
Here at Canyons School District, our community is rooted in the idea of helping each other. This year alone, more than 8,500 volunteers have lent a hand in classrooms and schools across the District.In light of International Volunteer Da...
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Ep 98: The Smart Ways Canyons District Students, Teachers are ‘Keeping it Real’ with AI
Artificial intelligence is new, fast-evolving, disruptive — and, for some — a little scary. It should be some comfort to know we’ve been here before. Think back to the birth of the printing press, color TVs, personal computers...
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Celebrating School Psychologists: Vital Support for Student Success and Well-Being
National School Psychology Week and National School Psychologist Appreciation Week is an annual event that takes place during the second week of November. This week celebrates the contributions of school psychologists and the important role the...
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Ep 96: Canyons District Veterans Share Stories, Inspiration Ahead of Veterans Day
Since its founding days, Canyons District schools have planned assemblies, activities, and learning opportunities to mark the importance of Veterans Day. As Veterans Day 2024 approaches, Connect Canyons gives voice to CSD employees who have giv...
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Ep 95: Don’t Leave Free College Money on the Table — Complete the FAFSA
Need help paying for college? File a FAFSA. It’s that simple. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is the gateway to all sorts of funding — so, before you tune out because you think you’re not eligible for aid, th...
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Ep 94: CSD’s Security, Safety Measures Help Create Welcoming, Prepared Schools
The safety and wellness of students and employees has been a top priority since Canyons District’s founding days 16 years ago. The focus on security is the reason more than 500 new surveillance cameras were installed in just the past year and t...
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Ep 93: Not All Unkind Behavior is Bullying. Here’s How To Tell the Difference
We’ve all encountered unkindness at some point in our lives, but when does teasing or taunting cross the line to become bullying? For National Bullying Prevention Month, the Connect Canyons crew sat down with two Canyons District sp...
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Ep 92: How to Get the Most Out of Parent-Teacher Conferences
It’s parent-teacher conference season in Canyons District. In the coming days, tens-of-thousands of meetings are planned throughout the District, a significant investment of time and energy on behalf of schools and families — all with the best ...
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Episode 92: Canyons Resource Closet: A Storehouse of Hope for Students, Families in Need
No student should worry about attending school hungry or without access to basic necessities. But a growing number do, which is why Canyons School District created a the Resource Closet, a central storehouse of food and hygie...
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Episode 91: Understanding Food-Allergy Safety in CSD Schools
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, food allergies impact one in 13 children. That's about two students per classroom, and those numbers are on the rise, increasing 50 percent between 1997 and 2011. It'...
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Ep 90: Sign Up for Parenting Classes, Student Supports at the Canyons Family Center
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 ...
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Ep 89: Utah Royals Roster Bolstered by Talents, Skills of Alta High Graduates
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 the...
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Ep 88: Three Proven Ways to Calm Those Back-to-School Jitters
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, ...
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Ep 87: From Awareness to Action: Helping Teens Navigate Mental Health Challenges
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 ...
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Ep 86: Anchors Aweigh: Celebrating CSD Retirees as They Set Sail on Their New Adventures
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 tr...
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Ep 85: Celebrating Canyons Culture Through Picture Books and Young Adult Books
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...
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Episode 84: Past CSD Teacher of the Year Honorees Share Experience as New Teacher of the Year is Crowned
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...
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Ep 83: Union Weekly: How a History Class Podcast is Revolutionizing Education
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,...
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Ep 82: 14th Annual Canyons Film Festival: Nurturing the Next Generation of Story Tellers
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 ...
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Ep 81: March Madness: Hoops and Hopes Advancing Female Athletes
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 a...
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Ep 80: Enroll Now in CSD’s Online Summer School, Camps
Whether you’re a parent looking for a fun, intellectually challenging way for your kids to spend their summer, or you’re a high school student desiring to retake a course or get a jump your studies for next year, Canyons School District offers ...
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Ep 79: Women in Tech: How Canyons District is Leading the Charge for Women in Tech
US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg once said – “Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.” When it comes to our growing world of technology, women continue to ...
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