Mission Statement

Mission: West Jordan Middle School is dedicated to creating an environment where high expectations are matched with high levels of support

Vision: Our vision is to empower every student to become a confident, self-advocating individual through caring relationships and an unwavering commitment to their personal success.

 

Belief Statements

  • Student learning is our top priority and the purpose of every decision we make.

  • Collaboration among teachers, students, parents, and the community is essential for student success.

  • An active and engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving is vital for fostering lifelong learning.

  • A safe and supportive environment—both physically and emotionally—is foundational for all students to learn and grow.

  • Citizenship and adaptability are crucial skills for students to become responsible, respectful, and successful members of an ever-changing world.

Desired Results for Student Learning

At West Jordan Middle School, we work to help students become:

  •  Literate communicators
    • express ideas, opinions, and information clearly in oral, written, artistic, mathematical, and technological forms.
    • use reading and thinking strategies to comprehend and enjoy functional, informational, and literary texts.
  • Resourceful thinkers
    • use information-seeking strategies with a variety of tools (books, Internet, reference materials, etc.)
    • employ a variety of critical-thinking skills to study, analyze, and critique information from all subject areas
  • Responsible citizens
    • exhibit respectful, responsible, safe, and kind behavior toward self and others in order to improve the atmosphere of the school.
    • participate in community events and have opportunities to give service to the community.