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  • 2017 February Technology Spotlight

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    South Sevier High School

    Sevier School District would like to thank the citizens of Sevier County for their support of the 2013 voted leeway. That leeway has made many of these wonderful technology enhancements possible.

    Mr. Brady is a teacher who is passionate about technology and student engagement. iPad use in his classroom has been extremely beneficial in enhancing student focus, learning, and keeping students engaged. Mr. Brady uses apps to take attendance, which saves timeand helps him with student names and relationships.

  • 2017 October Technology Spotlight

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    Technology Spotlight
    October 2017
    Miguel Echeverria

    Sevier School District would like to thank the citizens of Sevier County for their support of the 2013 voted leeway. That leeway has made many of these wonderful technology enhancements possible.

  • 2018 January Technology Spotlight

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    • Ashlee Larsen
    • Monroe Elementary School 
    • January 9, 2018

    Sevier School District would like to thank the citizens of Sevier County for their support of the 2013 voted leeway. That leeway has made many of these wonderful technology enhancements possible.

    Ashlee Larsen is a 4th grade teacher at Monroe Elementary school who is dedicated to helping her students become college, career, and life ready. Integrating technology into her lessons gives students opportunities to demonstrate their learning while fostering engagement, creativity, discovery and personal growth.

  • December 2016 Technology Spotlight

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    Matthew Rhees

    North Sevier Middle School

    11/18/16

    Matthew Rhees is an outstanding teacher at North Sevier Middle School who is using technology to enhance student engagement and achievement. This year he has been implementing new technology in his classroom using Chromebooks and or the interactive white board (which is a white board that you can write on, shows videos, facilitates interactive lessons where students are participating interactively with the white board with their Chromebooks). The student’s screens can be displayed as examples etc. Software called Nearpod is used to not only create the lesson but also help Mr. Reese deliver, assess, and improve student learning. This year he was also able to install a “surround sound” voice enhancement system that he knows has made a tremendous difference. Video clips from experts provide students the opportunity to hear lessons taught in different ways.

    Before with a math lesson solving linear equations Mr. Rhees spent the time on the white board often with his back to the students because of the need to write on the board... now he is able to move around the classroom freely and interact with the students. He can constantly assess their learning visually. Clearly it is no longer the teacher at the front of the room lecturing... the teacher is teaching by facilitating student learning. Better said, the focus is on learning not teaching.

    “It has taken me away from the front of the room into the area of the classroom where I need to be.” Mr. Rhees feels that he spends more time out where the learning is taking place.

    Mr. Reese reports that the number one benefit to him personally is improved classroom management. He can constantly monitor student learning, use proximity to students as a strategy to keep them on task, and keep track of students in relation to engagement in his lessons. He reports that he never has to raise his voice; students are focused on learning instead of causing classroom management issues. He reports that he has had ZERO discipline problems this year.

    When asked what he would like to share with other teachers who are not integrating technology into their classrooms? Mr. Rhees responded, “They don’t know what they are missing.” “Once they see what technology has done for the attention level of my students they are more willing to give it a try.” Mr. Rhees says, “I would never go back.” Although Mr. Rhees still has use for paper and pencil, traditional white boards and other “older” technology. He says, “It’s important to find balance and use the appropriate technology for the situation.”

    Principal Rod Hinck noted, "Mr. Rhees has leveraged the technology resources our school district voted leeway and our school trust lands dollars have provided to amazing levels.  The engagement and usage of technology in his class is not only fun for students, but very effective in assisting the educational process."

  • December 2019 Technology Spotlight

     

     

    December Technology Spotlight

    Sevier School District would like to thank the citizens of Sevier County for their support of the 2013 voted leeway.  That leeway has made many of these wonderful technology enhancements possible.

    Koosharem Elementary School is a unique school.  It is a small school with 43 students ranging from kindergarten through 6th grade.  It can be challenging to teach students in mixed grade levels and the teachers at Koosharem Elementary rise to this challenge daily.  When walking through the small school a person can see students using chromebooks and computers, and teachers are using their computers, projectors, and other devices.  Technology use can truly been seen everywhere throughout the school on a daily basis.

    The teachers all expressed how important technology is for their teaching.  Mykayla Hayden, one of the teachers, stated, “Technology has helped me to meet individual students where they are at in their learning process.  It is integrated into almost every lesson I teach.”

    Wes Torgersen, the lead teacher at Koosharem Elementary, said this, “I feel that integrating technology is a great way to get students engaged in their own learning.”

    The teachers at Koosharem Elementary strive hard to reach each of their students and give them the best teaching possible.  All of the teachers at Koosharem elementary expressed how important it is to have technology in the classroom and available for their students.  It creates so many learning opportunities for students and it really helps the teachers to be able to differentiate to better help their students.  With so many different grade levels mixed together throughout parts of the day, in a small school like Koosharem Elementary, technology truly makes a positive difference.

  • March 2019 - Technology Spotlight

    North Sevier High School
    Kelly Peterson
    March 2019


    Sevier School District would like to thank the citizens of Sevier County for their support of the 2013 voted leeway. That leeway has made many of these wonderful technology enhancements possible.

    Kelly Peterson is the science teacher at North Sevier High School. He is a great example of technology integration. When asked about how technology has changed his teaching, Mr. Peterson said, “It has allowed me to give students more access to applied learning. They can use already existing information and build upon it and analyze, rather than simply skim the surface.”

    We took a closer look at one of his chemistry classes. On this particular day his students were researching vocabulary terms and creating a pamphlet using the Pages App on their iPads. Mr. Peterson said, “This is a great way to introduce new chemistry concepts to the students. It helps them to remember the vocabulary better.”

    North Sevier High School (NSHS) is a 1:1 school with iPads. Students are issued an iPad their freshman year that they will use throughout the rest of their high school career. Because students at NSHS each have their own device, the teachers are really able to create engaging technology enhanced lessons.

    In reflecting on his role as the teacher when integrating technology, Mr. Peterson said, “My job as a teacher is not necessarily to teach students how to use technology, but to teach them how it can be used within the science content area. Most students already have a grasp on how to use technology, my job is to show them how these skills can be applied in the field of science. It is important for teachers to stay current with technology so that learning can be empowering.”

  • Mid-Utah Radio Interview Regarding the School Dismissal Announcement

    Please click the link below to listen:

    https://drive.google.com/file/d/12zEru6rv4LeDWrPRnqF9NTx-xt5wLwt7/view?usp=sharing

  • Mid-Utah Radio Interview with Superintendent Douglas and Central Utah Health Department

    Please click the following link to listen to the interview with Mid-Utah Radio, Superintendent Douglas and Central Utah Health Department regarding the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). One thing is certain, things will change including recommendations and guidelines from the task-force. We remind you to please be flexible with us as we adapt to recommendations and changes that are coming in hourly.

    http://midutahradio.com/news/local-news/sevier-school-district-and-central-utah-public-health-department-officials-discuss-the-coronavirus/  

  • Radio Interview - CTE Health Sciences

    CTE Center Health Sciences teacher Paul Torgerson and several students share experiences about the capstone course and projects that are strengthening the Health Sciences Pathway.

  • Radio Interview - CTE Pathways

    CTE Directors discuss college and career readiness and collaborative efforts towards building successful pathways with local industries.

     

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Richfield Chamber Business of the Year

    On November 9th at the Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet Sevier School District was selected as the Business of the Year!  Though we aren't a business as most are defined, there is no doubt we are in the Kid Business and that is the most important business of all. "This award goes out to the many teachers, administrators, faculty members, and support staff. Their dedication to our students is inspiring, it is wonderful to see them honored with this!" Superintendent Douglas. 

     

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas & Principal Krahenbuhl

    Superintendent Cade Douglas and Salina Elementary School Principal Kole Krahenbuhl discuss a range of topics starting with concerns about Critical Race Theory and the "woke" movement. They then move into senior graduation, Utah Rural Schools Association Conference, the COVID-induced academic gap and the proactive approach Sevier School District is taking to make up for lost ground by offering summer school programs.

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas & Principal Nielson

    The interview is with Superintendent Douglas and SSMS Principal Michelle Nielson. The interview includes an update on the SSMS construction project, Back to School information, and an update on the COVID-19 protocols and letter that was sent to parents. 

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas and Principal Jill Porter

    Please listen to the following interview with Superintendent Douglas and Jill Porter regarding the Importance of School Attendance, South Sevier Middle School Construction Update, Intervention Support for Students, and Graduation.

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas COVID update

    Superintendent Douglas gives an update on current COVID cases as well as student wellness and strategies for adults to connect and reconnect with students. 

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas CRHS Mark Stewart 10/13/21

    Superintendent Douglas and Cedar Ridge High School Lead Teacher/Admin Mark Stewart discuss concerns with absenteeism, principals appreciation month, and Cedar Ridge High School

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas, Brent Gubler 1-12-22

    Superintendent Douglas and Principal Bent Gubler discuss Sevier School Board members receiving the state Master Boards Award, board member precincts, and school board member governance roles. They also discuss the many exciting opportunities available to high school students through the Sevier CTE Center and other exciting happenings at Richfield High School. 

     

     

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas, Chad Johnson 1-11-23

    Elementary Principal Chad Johnson and Superintendent Douglas discuss happenings at Pahvant Elementary and throughout the District including an introduction of the Dignity Index.

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  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas, Rod Hinck 3-15-23

    Principal Rod Hinck, Superintendent Douglas, and a student guest discuss happenings at North Sevier Middle School. The Superintendent also gives a District update including an exciting discussion on unified sports.

  • Radio Interview - Superintendent Douglas, Ted Chappell 11-09-22

    Interview with Superintendent Douglas and Red Hills Middle School Principal Ted Chappell 11-09-2022

    Discuss RHMS and Think Right Paret Night

     

     

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