A huge thank you to our friends at the Utah Department of Public Safety for spending the day reading with our Hillcrest Elementary School students as part of the DPS Commissioner’s Service Project. This wonderful initiative brings DPS staff right into our community to help with practical service needs such as reading stories and assisting teachers!
We love seeing law enforcement and our local school community build positive, lasting relationships together. Thank you for making a difference in our classrooms and community!
We love seeing law enforcement and our local school community build positive, lasting relationships together. Thank you for making a difference in our classrooms and community!
🎄Community Christmas Registration is Opening Soon! 🎄
Key Event & Registration Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍Location: Ben Lomond High School
How to Qualify (Step-by-Step):
1. Attend: A parent or caregiver must attend the Parenting Elevated event in person at Ben Lomond High School on Nov 7 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM).
2. Complete a Class: Complete a class during the event to receive a ticket with your Community Christmas Registration Code.
3. Register Online: Visit the Community Christmas website starting at 12:00 PM on Nov 7 and enter your code to sign up. (Note: Be sure to use the same email address for both registrations!)
4. Receive Confirmation: Look for a confirmation email within 3 days, this will serve as your official event ticket.
Have questions?
Visit www.communitychristmasut.org
or call 801-399-9281 Ext 3
Key Event & Registration Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍Location: Ben Lomond High School
How to Qualify (Step-by-Step):
1. Attend: A parent or caregiver must attend the Parenting Elevated event in person at Ben Lomond High School on Nov 7 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM).
2. Complete a Class: Complete a class during the event to receive a ticket with your Community Christmas Registration Code.
3. Register Online: Visit the Community Christmas website starting at 12:00 PM on Nov 7 and enter your code to sign up. (Note: Be sure to use the same email address for both registrations!)
4. Receive Confirmation: Look for a confirmation email within 3 days, this will serve as your official event ticket.
Have questions?
Visit www.communitychristmasut.org
or call 801-399-9281 Ext 3
Our Ben Lomond High School art students recently explored the rich culture of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican holiday celebrating the memory of loved ones. They created their own Alebrijes, fantastical and brightly painted folk art spirit creatures! 🐉
A huge shoutout to BL alum and local artist Leon Araujo for visiting our classes, donating supplies, and guiding our students at the start of this project. Leon helps organize the Día de los Muertos celebration and art contest.
We love seeing our alumni thrive and give back to our school and city. Swipe to check out the creative process!
Want to see the final masterpieces? Check out the over 40 Ben Lomond entries at First Friday Art Stroll on November 6 at The Monarch! Come out and support our student artists! 🎉
A huge shoutout to BL alum and local artist Leon Araujo for visiting our classes, donating supplies, and guiding our students at the start of this project. Leon helps organize the Día de los Muertos celebration and art contest.
We love seeing our alumni thrive and give back to our school and city. Swipe to check out the creative process!
Want to see the final masterpieces? Check out the over 40 Ben Lomond entries at First Friday Art Stroll on November 6 at The Monarch! Come out and support our student artists! 🎉
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for October 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our final recipient this month is Shannon Brown - Malan's Peak High School Youth in Care Program Head Secretary
"Shannon is always welcoming with a smile to all who enter the office. She will drop what she is doing and help you with any question or need that you may have. She does so much behind-the-scenes that makes our school functional, like designing posters for the halls and building data systems to help track our students behaviors and grades. When you're having a rough day, Shannon is always there to listen and do her best to lift you up. Even with many responsibilities, her focus is constantly on the benefit and well being of our diverse and unique population of students."
Our final recipient this month is Shannon Brown - Malan's Peak High School Youth in Care Program Head Secretary
"Shannon is always welcoming with a smile to all who enter the office. She will drop what she is doing and help you with any question or need that you may have. She does so much behind-the-scenes that makes our school functional, like designing posters for the halls and building data systems to help track our students behaviors and grades. When you're having a rough day, Shannon is always there to listen and do her best to lift you up. Even with many responsibilities, her focus is constantly on the benefit and well being of our diverse and unique population of students."
Join us for a 5K Fun Run (or Walk) to raise money benefiting Ogden School District’s Special Needs Preschool students. All Abilities Welcome! All proceeds will go directly to the school to provide Christmas gifts for these amazing kids.
🕗 Start Time: Registration is from 8:00 - 8:25 am, race starts at 8:30 AM
🥞 Pancake Breakfast: 9:30 AM (included with the cost)
💲 Cost: $10
❤️ Additional donations are always welcome!
After the run, enjoy a pancake breakfast and join us for our Parenting Elevated event inside Ben Lomond High School’s main building. Connect with local vendors, enjoy performances, and attend uplifting sessions.
To register, scan the QR code or go to
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeurCl0kx4NuyxR08if36uxXSj8rQf9bnSFbdf1Lrl1Zqtheg/viewform
Thank you in advance for your kindness and support!
🕗 Start Time: Registration is from 8:00 - 8:25 am, race starts at 8:30 AM
🥞 Pancake Breakfast: 9:30 AM (included with the cost)
💲 Cost: $10
❤️ Additional donations are always welcome!
After the run, enjoy a pancake breakfast and join us for our Parenting Elevated event inside Ben Lomond High School’s main building. Connect with local vendors, enjoy performances, and attend uplifting sessions.
To register, scan the QR code or go to
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeurCl0kx4NuyxR08if36uxXSj8rQf9bnSFbdf1Lrl1Zqtheg/viewform
Thank you in advance for your kindness and support!
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for October 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Carol Carling - Student Services
"Carol is friendly, welcoming, and kind to everyone who walks through the door, and she consistently represents our district in a positive way. She communicates well with staff to keep everyone informed of important happenings and is always attentive to her surroundings, helping us feel more aware and safe. Carol also handles some very challenging interactions with grace and professionalism. When she works with frustrated or upset patrons, she remains calm, patient, and friendly, even in difficult circumstances."
Our next recipient this month is Carol Carling - Student Services
"Carol is friendly, welcoming, and kind to everyone who walks through the door, and she consistently represents our district in a positive way. She communicates well with staff to keep everyone informed of important happenings and is always attentive to her surroundings, helping us feel more aware and safe. Carol also handles some very challenging interactions with grace and professionalism. When she works with frustrated or upset patrons, she remains calm, patient, and friendly, even in difficult circumstances."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for October 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Tyler Jensen - Polk Elementary School
"Tyler consistently welcomes visitors into his classroom to observe him teaching math. Visitors from inside our building, within our district and from schools outside our district are able to watch this master teacher at work. He greets them warmly and encourages their interaction. He also provides them with a printed copy outlining his structure, strategies and frequently asked questions. His students are so proud when others come to watch them, and this bolsters their self-efficacy in math and beyond."
Our next recipient this month is Tyler Jensen - Polk Elementary School
"Tyler consistently welcomes visitors into his classroom to observe him teaching math. Visitors from inside our building, within our district and from schools outside our district are able to watch this master teacher at work. He greets them warmly and encourages their interaction. He also provides them with a printed copy outlining his structure, strategies and frequently asked questions. His students are so proud when others come to watch them, and this bolsters their self-efficacy in math and beyond."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for October 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Emily Dinsdale - Odyssey Elementary School Counselor
"Emily makes every student and staff member at our school feel seen and heard. She greets parents and students by name and with a smile. She is always kind and logical while teaching our kiddos how to appropriately and respectfully interact with teachers, staff, and other students. She even organized an entire Tier 1 Wellness Classroom instructional system so that every single student gets access to valuable wellness lessons each month! She is also someone coworkers seek out for a safe space, and someone we can count on to help wherever and whenever needed."
Our next recipient this month is Emily Dinsdale - Odyssey Elementary School Counselor
"Emily makes every student and staff member at our school feel seen and heard. She greets parents and students by name and with a smile. She is always kind and logical while teaching our kiddos how to appropriately and respectfully interact with teachers, staff, and other students. She even organized an entire Tier 1 Wellness Classroom instructional system so that every single student gets access to valuable wellness lessons each month! She is also someone coworkers seek out for a safe space, and someone we can count on to help wherever and whenever needed."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for October 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our first recipient this month is Katie McKinnon - Ogden High School Teacher
"Katie knows that feeling secure and cared for is an important part of students being ready to learn. She brings that same sense of care and belonging to our ESL Endorsement courses, where she serves as a mentor. Whether she is working with high school students or adult educators, Katie consistently notices what people need and finds ways to meet those needs with compassion and generosity. She creates spaces where people know they are supported, where they can be themselves, and where they feel encouraged to succeed."
Our first recipient this month is Katie McKinnon - Ogden High School Teacher
"Katie knows that feeling secure and cared for is an important part of students being ready to learn. She brings that same sense of care and belonging to our ESL Endorsement courses, where she serves as a mentor. Whether she is working with high school students or adult educators, Katie consistently notices what people need and finds ways to meet those needs with compassion and generosity. She creates spaces where people know they are supported, where they can be themselves, and where they feel encouraged to succeed."
🏊♂️ Winter Swim Lessons are Coming! ❄️
Registration is now open for our upcoming winter swim lessons for ages 3–12 and 13–17! We are also offering adaptive lessons.
📲 Register today: pools.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs
ℹ️ More details: ogdensd.org/pools
📧 Questions? Contact wildek@ogdensd.org
Fee waiver applications are available.
Registration is now open for our upcoming winter swim lessons for ages 3–12 and 13–17! We are also offering adaptive lessons.
📲 Register today: pools.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs
ℹ️ More details: ogdensd.org/pools
📧 Questions? Contact wildek@ogdensd.org
Fee waiver applications are available.
While our students were enjoying the final day of fall break, our amazing Education Support Professionals were hard at work leveling up their skills! 📚
Our team spent the day engaged in our Annual ESP Conference, participating in hands-on professional development sessions covering everything from emergency preparedness, online tools, customer service, and workplace wellness.
We love seeing our support staff learn, grow, and continuously bring their best back to our schools and students! ❤️🏫
Our team spent the day engaged in our Annual ESP Conference, participating in hands-on professional development sessions covering everything from emergency preparedness, online tools, customer service, and workplace wellness.
We love seeing our support staff learn, grow, and continuously bring their best back to our schools and students! ❤️🏫
Lace up those running shoes and help us clear local school lunch debt!
👟 Join us for the inaugural Miles for Meals Fun Run on October 10th at Lorin Farr Park. Every step, jog, or walk helps ensure our local students focus on learning, not lunch balances!
Event Details & Schedule:
Location: Lorin Farr Park (trail to Big D Sports Park and back)
6:00 AM: Packet Pick-Up & Warm-Up
8:00 AM: Race Starts!
Post-Run Party Crossing the finish line is just the beginning! Stick around at Lorin Farr Park for local vendor booths, games for all ages, food trucks, and prize drawings. 🥳
Registration: $30 per participant (proceeds go directly to school meal debt).
Group & Family Friendly! Register individually, but pay together!
Group or family entries can be covered in a single bulk Venmo payment—just list all participant names in the Venmo note.
Not a runner? You can still make a difference!
Cash donations can be sent via Venmo to @SNA-Ogden.
📱 Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4X2iCTp62Ru89Dv_Qu20E2zWQANnEuQzhaA4etLuZ2E825A/viewform
See you at the starting line on October 10th! 🏃♀️
Save the Date! 📅
Join us for Ogden School District's Parenting Elevated 2026! Connect with valuable community resources, build self-reliance, and enjoy a morning filled with family fun! Plus, attending our parent workshops can qualify your family to receive holiday gifts through Community Christmas this December! 🎁
🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 7th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Ben Lomond High School (1080 9th St.)
💵 Cost: FREE — All Families Welcome!
For more information about Parenting Elevated go to:
ogdensd.org/page/parenting-elevated
Join us for Ogden School District's Parenting Elevated 2026! Connect with valuable community resources, build self-reliance, and enjoy a morning filled with family fun! Plus, attending our parent workshops can qualify your family to receive holiday gifts through Community Christmas this December! 🎁
🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 7th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Ben Lomond High School (1080 9th St.)
💵 Cost: FREE — All Families Welcome!
For more information about Parenting Elevated go to:
ogdensd.org/page/parenting-elevated
Hillcrest Elementary School had an incredible morning celebrating Walk Your Child to School Day during Green Ribbon Week! 👟 Families, staff, and community partners came together to promote safe routes, healthy choices, and the joy of walking side by side.
A huge thank you to Ogden City Mayor Ben Nadolski, Ogden City Council Member Alicia Washington, Ogden City Police Department, Ogden City Fire Department, and Weber-Morgan Health Department for making the event extra special with safety, swag, and treats.
On National Custodian Day, all of Ogden School District joins Facilities & Operations Custodial Supervisor Marc Blanchard in celebrating our custodial team!
Your work goes far beyond clean buildings. Your dedication, teamwork and care help make our schools safe, healthy and welcoming. Much of what you do happens behind the scenes, but your impact is felt every day. Thank you for taking care of our schools and everyone in them! 💙
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for September 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our final recipient this month is Cammie Burlison - Hillcrest Elementary School Instructional Coach
"Cammie consistently approaches the changes and daily challenges of school life with a calm, positive attitude and always knows that solutions can be found. Even when obstacles arise, she does not allow herself or those around her to become overwhelmed by the problem. Instead, Cammie has a unique ability to help others step back, see the bigger picture, and recognize that while challenges are real, they are also opportunities to find solutions and move forward."
Our final recipient this month is Cammie Burlison - Hillcrest Elementary School Instructional Coach
"Cammie consistently approaches the changes and daily challenges of school life with a calm, positive attitude and always knows that solutions can be found. Even when obstacles arise, she does not allow herself or those around her to become overwhelmed by the problem. Instead, Cammie has a unique ability to help others step back, see the bigger picture, and recognize that while challenges are real, they are also opportunities to find solutions and move forward."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for September 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Chrys Anglesey - New Bridge Elementary Site Tech
"Chrys has become a great problem solver because she likes the challenge of figuring things out. On top of being an awesome site tech, she instructs in the classroom to allow teachers to have dedicated prep time. She has taught students things that some adults don't even know how to do! It is great fun to see the elementary kids using creative programs, making slide show presentations and using real-world technology. Chrys is always turning challenges into opportunities for the entire New Bridge staff."
Our next recipient this month is Chrys Anglesey - New Bridge Elementary Site Tech
"Chrys has become a great problem solver because she likes the challenge of figuring things out. On top of being an awesome site tech, she instructs in the classroom to allow teachers to have dedicated prep time. She has taught students things that some adults don't even know how to do! It is great fun to see the elementary kids using creative programs, making slide show presentations and using real-world technology. Chrys is always turning challenges into opportunities for the entire New Bridge staff."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for September 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Connor Pack - Mound Fort Junior High School Music Teacher
"Mr. Pack has done a stellar job, along with Mr. Beal at Mount Ogden, in supporting the incredible students in our state-championship-winning Ogden High School marching band. His patience, optimism, and commitment at all hours of the day and night, are unmatched. Whenever the program and the students have needed him, he has given selflessly for their success. We genuinely appreciate his leadership and persistence. The band will continue to be truly exceptional thanks to his work."
Our next recipient this month is Connor Pack - Mound Fort Junior High School Music Teacher
"Mr. Pack has done a stellar job, along with Mr. Beal at Mount Ogden, in supporting the incredible students in our state-championship-winning Ogden High School marching band. His patience, optimism, and commitment at all hours of the day and night, are unmatched. Whenever the program and the students have needed him, he has given selflessly for their success. We genuinely appreciate his leadership and persistence. The band will continue to be truly exceptional thanks to his work."
Congratulations to each of our Achieving Higher award recipients for September 2026. This peer-nominated award recognizes individuals for their exemplary effort to do more than what is expected in service of their colleagues and our students.
Our next recipient this month is Vivian Goné - Highland Junior High Counselor
"In any educational environment, daily operational challenges and systemic hurdles are inevitable. What sets Vivian apart is her ability to transform these potential obstacles into opportunities for meaningful improvement. Vivian's work has had a profound impact on equity and student achievement. Her dedicated advocacy and strategic efforts have transformed how we serve our Multilingual learners, ensuring they are supported, valued, and empowered to succeed."
Our next recipient this month is Vivian Goné - Highland Junior High Counselor
"In any educational environment, daily operational challenges and systemic hurdles are inevitable. What sets Vivian apart is her ability to transform these potential obstacles into opportunities for meaningful improvement. Vivian's work has had a profound impact on equity and student achievement. Her dedicated advocacy and strategic efforts have transformed how we serve our Multilingual learners, ensuring they are supported, valued, and empowered to succeed."
🤼 Get on the mat with Ogden City Wrestling Club! Boys and girls in grades K–8 are invited. New wrestlers welcome!
BEGINNERS CLINIC — $10 per wrestler
📅 Wednesday, October 7 • 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Ben Lomond Gym • South side
Register for the beginners clinic: https://sfnd.io/q29kn
FOLKSTYLE SEASON — October–January • $75
Keep wrestling with two practices each week at the Ben Lomond Athletic Center wrestling room, south side.
Questions? Contact Coach Gualtier:
📞 (801) 737-7950
✉️ gualtieras@ogdensd.org
BEGINNERS CLINIC — $10 per wrestler
📅 Wednesday, October 7 • 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Ben Lomond Gym • South side
Register for the beginners clinic: https://sfnd.io/q29kn
FOLKSTYLE SEASON — October–January • $75
Keep wrestling with two practices each week at the Ben Lomond Athletic Center wrestling room, south side.
Questions? Contact Coach Gualtier:
📞 (801) 737-7950
✉️ gualtieras@ogdensd.org
