A New Chapter for Circleville!
What an exciting day for the Piute School District community as we celebrate the opening of Circleville Elementary School!
A new school represents so much more than a beautiful new building—it represents opportunity, community, and a commitment to the future of students. We are grateful for the vision, hard work, and dedication that made this incredible milestone possible.
A special thank you to the Piute School Board, Superintendent Jason Strate, former Superintendent Koby Willis, Business Administrator Dallas Sylvester, district leadership, educators, staff, families, and community members who helped bring this vision to life.
Congratulations, Piute School District! May Circleville Elementary be filled with curiosity, discovery, laughter, learning, and countless memories for generations of students to come.
Here’s to new beginnings and bright futures!
#CirclevilleElementary #PiuteSchoolDistrict #UtahEducation #OpeningDay #EveryChildEveryDay
What an exciting day for the Piute School District community as we celebrate the opening of Circleville Elementary School!
A new school represents so much more than a beautiful new building—it represents opportunity, community, and a commitment to the future of students. We are grateful for the vision, hard work, and dedication that made this incredible milestone possible.
A special thank you to the Piute School Board, Superintendent Jason Strate, former Superintendent Koby Willis, Business Administrator Dallas Sylvester, district leadership, educators, staff, families, and community members who helped bring this vision to life.
Congratulations, Piute School District! May Circleville Elementary be filled with curiosity, discovery, laughter, learning, and countless memories for generations of students to come.
Here’s to new beginnings and bright futures!
#CirclevilleElementary #PiuteSchoolDistrict #UtahEducation #OpeningDay #EveryChildEveryDay
"Strong schools are built by leaders who listen first, collaborate often, and serve always."
-Utah School Superintendents Association
-Utah School Superintendents Association
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
USSA Fall Conference - ELEVATE: Advancing District Leadership
ELEVATE is an opportunity for Utah’s school district leaders to learn from one another, share innovative practices, and explore the ideas shaping the future of public education. We are looking for leaders who are willing to share their expertise, experiences, and successful practices with colleagues from across the state.
Have an idea, strategy, or success story worth sharing? Submit a proposal for ELEVATE! Your experience could inspire another district, spark a new idea, or help a colleague navigate a challenge. We encourage leaders to submit proposals and help make ELEVATE a conference that superintendents will want to attend.
Submit your proposal - https://forms.gle/VtDg2ETCFynRZHwo8
USSA Fall Conference - ELEVATE: Advancing District Leadership
ELEVATE is an opportunity for Utah’s school district leaders to learn from one another, share innovative practices, and explore the ideas shaping the future of public education. We are looking for leaders who are willing to share their expertise, experiences, and successful practices with colleagues from across the state.
Have an idea, strategy, or success story worth sharing? Submit a proposal for ELEVATE! Your experience could inspire another district, spark a new idea, or help a colleague navigate a challenge. We encourage leaders to submit proposals and help make ELEVATE a conference that superintendents will want to attend.
Submit your proposal - https://forms.gle/VtDg2ETCFynRZHwo8
Welcome Back, Utah Educators & Students!
The halls are filling, classrooms are buzzing, and a new school year is officially underway! The Utah School Superintendents Association (USSA) is excited to welcome students, teachers, administrators, and school communities back for another year of learning, growth, and opportunity.
To our students: Be curious, be kind, ask questions, and make this year one to remember.
To our teachers and school staff: Thank you for the countless ways you support, inspire, and believe in Utah’s students. Your work makes a difference every day.
Here’s to a great school year filled with new beginnings, meaningful connections, big goals, and student success!
Welcome back, Utah! Let’s make it a great year!
#WelcomeBack #UtahEducation #USSA #BackToSchool #EveryStudentEveryDay
The halls are filling, classrooms are buzzing, and a new school year is officially underway! The Utah School Superintendents Association (USSA) is excited to welcome students, teachers, administrators, and school communities back for another year of learning, growth, and opportunity.
To our students: Be curious, be kind, ask questions, and make this year one to remember.
To our teachers and school staff: Thank you for the countless ways you support, inspire, and believe in Utah’s students. Your work makes a difference every day.
Here’s to a great school year filled with new beginnings, meaningful connections, big goals, and student success!
Welcome back, Utah! Let’s make it a great year!
#WelcomeBack #UtahEducation #USSA #BackToSchool #EveryStudentEveryDay
What a Wonderful Way to Begin the School Year!
It was a privilege to attend the Logan City School District opening ceremony and celebrate the start of another great year with the Logan community!
I especially enjoyed seeing employees recognized for their years of service, hearing from an inspiring speaker, and watching the district celebrate the many people who make Logan schools special through meaningful shoutouts and recognitions.
The Logan Dream Team was another highlight—what a wonderful way to recognize those who go above and beyond for students, staff, and their schools.
A special thank you to Superintendent Schofield and the Logan Board of Education for their leadership and for creating a culture that values people, celebrates success, and keeps students at the center of the work.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of such a meaningful celebration. Logan is ready for a great year!
#USSA #UtahEducation #LoganCitySchoolDistrict #Leadership #WelcomeBack #PublicEducation
It was a privilege to attend the Logan City School District opening ceremony and celebrate the start of another great year with the Logan community!
I especially enjoyed seeing employees recognized for their years of service, hearing from an inspiring speaker, and watching the district celebrate the many people who make Logan schools special through meaningful shoutouts and recognitions.
The Logan Dream Team was another highlight—what a wonderful way to recognize those who go above and beyond for students, staff, and their schools.
A special thank you to Superintendent Schofield and the Logan Board of Education for their leadership and for creating a culture that values people, celebrates success, and keeps students at the center of the work.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of such a meaningful celebration. Logan is ready for a great year!
#USSA #UtahEducation #LoganCitySchoolDistrict #Leadership #WelcomeBack #PublicEducation
Today's students are tomorrow's leaders, innovators, and changemakers. On International Youth Day, we celebrate the creativity, resilience, and potential of young people across Utah. Together, we can ensure every student has the opportunities and support they need to thrive.
"Leadership in education is measured not by titles, but by the opportunities we create for every student to succeed."
-Utah School Superintendents Association
-Utah School Superintendents Association
Book Lovers Day - A love of reading opens doors to endless possibilities. This Book Lovers Day, encourage students, families, and educators to pick up a favorite book, discover a new story, or share the joy of reading together. Every page turned helps build lifelong learners.
A new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. As students, educators, and families prepare to head back to school, we celebrate the excitement of fresh beginnings and the incredible work happening in Utah's public schools. Wishing you a great year!
Learning doesn't stop when the school day ends. August is Family Fun Month—a perfect reminder that family adventures, conversations, and trying new experiences all help children grow. Make memories, spark curiosity, and enjoy time together before the new school year begins!
Get Ready for Kindergarten Month - Kindergarten is more than a milestone—it's the beginning of an incredible learning journey! During this month, families can help children build confidence by reading together, talking about school, and encouraging curiosity every day.
"The most important work of a school leader is not managing buildings—it's inspiring people."
-Utah School Superintendents Association
-Utah School Superintendents Association
Coloring Book Day - Sometimes the simplest activities create the biggest opportunities for learning. On Coloring Book Day, celebrate creativity, imagination, & the fine motor skills that help young learners grow. Every colorful page is another chance to learn, create, & connect.
A New Chapter Begins in Wasatch School District!
Congratulations to the Wasatch School District community on the ribbon-cutting celebration for Deer Creek High School! This remarkable new school represents more than a beautiful building—it reflects a shared investment in students, educators, families, and the future of education in the Wasatch School District.
Deer Creek High School will provide generations of students with opportunities to learn, grow, lead, and achieve in a state-of-the-art learning environment. This milestone is a testament to the vision, collaboration, and commitment of district leaders, educators, elected officials, and community members who made it possible.
The Utah School Superintendents Association is proud to celebrate this exciting achievement with Superintendent Garrick Peterson and the entire Wasatch School District team. Here's to the students who will make lasting memories and shape bright futures within these new walls!
Congratulations on this incredible milestone!
#USSA #WasatchSchoolDistrict #DeerCreekHighSchool #PublicEducation #RibbonCutting #FutureReady #UtahEducation
Congratulations to the Wasatch School District community on the ribbon-cutting celebration for Deer Creek High School! This remarkable new school represents more than a beautiful building—it reflects a shared investment in students, educators, families, and the future of education in the Wasatch School District.
Deer Creek High School will provide generations of students with opportunities to learn, grow, lead, and achieve in a state-of-the-art learning environment. This milestone is a testament to the vision, collaboration, and commitment of district leaders, educators, elected officials, and community members who made it possible.
The Utah School Superintendents Association is proud to celebrate this exciting achievement with Superintendent Garrick Peterson and the entire Wasatch School District team. Here's to the students who will make lasting memories and shape bright futures within these new walls!
Congratulations on this incredible milestone!
#USSA #WasatchSchoolDistrict #DeerCreekHighSchool #PublicEducation #RibbonCutting #FutureReady #UtahEducation
Congratulations to Dan Linford!
The Utah School Superintendents Association is proud to recognize Dan Linford, Superintendent of Davis School District, as the USSA Superintendent of the Year!
Dan's visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to students, and dedication to strengthening public education have made a lasting impact on Davis School District and across Utah. He exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, innovation, and a focus on student success.
Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor and thanking Dan for his outstanding service to Utah's students, educators, and communities.
Congratulations, Dan, on this remarkable achievement!
#USSALeaders #SuperintendentOfTheYear #PublicEducation #LeadershipMatters #UtahEducation #DavisSchoolDistrict
The Utah School Superintendents Association is proud to recognize Dan Linford, Superintendent of Davis School District, as the USSA Superintendent of the Year!
Dan's visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to students, and dedication to strengthening public education have made a lasting impact on Davis School District and across Utah. He exemplifies what it means to lead with integrity, innovation, and a focus on student success.
Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor and thanking Dan for his outstanding service to Utah's students, educators, and communities.
Congratulations, Dan, on this remarkable achievement!
#USSALeaders #SuperintendentOfTheYear #PublicEducation #LeadershipMatters #UtahEducation #DavisSchoolDistrict
"There is no traffic jam along the extra mile."
Roger Staubach
Roger Staubach
Today we celebrate the courage, resilience, & determination of the pioneers who shaped our state. Their legacy reminds us that progress is built through vision, perseverance, & a commitment to serving others. Happy Pioneer Day from the Utah School Superintendents Association!
Great meeting with Superintendent Calder, the new superintendent of the Rich School District. He has plans to improve literacy & focus on reading. Superintendent Calder will also be visible in classrooms connecting with teachers. This will be a great year in the Rich District.
"Be yourself, everyone else is taken."
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde
Building Stronger Connections: The USSA President's Initiative on Connection & Well-Being
At the Utah School Superintendents Association, leadership extends beyond boardrooms, legislative sessions, and district offices. It is rooted in relationships. This year, USSA President Kodey Hughes, Juab School District, has launched the 2026–2027 President's Initiative: Connection & Well-Being, an effort designed to strengthen the relationships that sustain Utah's educational leaders.
Superintendents serve in one of the most demanding leadership roles in public education. They navigate complex challenges, make difficult decisions, and carry tremendous responsibility for students, employees, and communities. While the work is deeply rewarding, it can also be isolating. The President's Initiative recognizes that strong leaders are supported by strong relationships and that investing in one another ultimately benefits every school district in Utah.
The initiative officially began during the USSA Summer Leadership Meeting in Cedar City in July 2026. Throughout the conference, superintendents participated in activities intentionally designed to foster meaningful conversations, strengthen professional relationships, and create opportunities to connect outside of formal meetings. From collaborative discussions to an evening of bowling, members had opportunities to build friendships, share experiences, and enjoy time together in a relaxed setting.
These experiences are more than social events—they are intentional investments in leadership. Research consistently shows that leaders with strong professional networks experience greater resilience, improved decision-making, and higher levels of job satisfaction. When superintendents know they have trusted colleagues they can call for advice, encouragement, or perspective, they are better equipped to lead their districts through both opportunities and challenges.
Connection is also closely tied to well-being. Healthy leaders create healthy organizations. By encouraging authentic relationships and supporting one another personally and professionally, USSA is helping build a culture where leaders can thrive, reducing isolation while increasing collaboration across the state.
The Cedar City gathering marked only the beginning. Throughout the coming year, the President's Initiative will feature additional opportunities for members—and in many cases their spouses and families—to connect through informal gatherings, service opportunities, and shared experiences. Each event will reinforce USSA's commitment to creating a supportive community where every superintendent feels welcomed, valued, and connected.
This initiative would not be possible without the generous support of Audio Enhancement, whose partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting educational leaders throughout Utah. We extend our sincere appreciation to Audio Enhancement for supporting the President's Initiative and helping make these opportunities for connection and well-being possible. Their investment demonstrates that supporting education means supporting the people who lead it every day.
As we look ahead, we invite every superintendent to participate in the upcoming activities throughout the year. Together, we can continue building a culture of collaboration, friendship, and support—because when leaders are connected and thriving, Utah's students, educators, and communities all benefit.
At the Utah School Superintendents Association, leadership extends beyond boardrooms, legislative sessions, and district offices. It is rooted in relationships. This year, USSA President Kodey Hughes, Juab School District, has launched the 2026–2027 President's Initiative: Connection & Well-Being, an effort designed to strengthen the relationships that sustain Utah's educational leaders.
Superintendents serve in one of the most demanding leadership roles in public education. They navigate complex challenges, make difficult decisions, and carry tremendous responsibility for students, employees, and communities. While the work is deeply rewarding, it can also be isolating. The President's Initiative recognizes that strong leaders are supported by strong relationships and that investing in one another ultimately benefits every school district in Utah.
The initiative officially began during the USSA Summer Leadership Meeting in Cedar City in July 2026. Throughout the conference, superintendents participated in activities intentionally designed to foster meaningful conversations, strengthen professional relationships, and create opportunities to connect outside of formal meetings. From collaborative discussions to an evening of bowling, members had opportunities to build friendships, share experiences, and enjoy time together in a relaxed setting.
These experiences are more than social events—they are intentional investments in leadership. Research consistently shows that leaders with strong professional networks experience greater resilience, improved decision-making, and higher levels of job satisfaction. When superintendents know they have trusted colleagues they can call for advice, encouragement, or perspective, they are better equipped to lead their districts through both opportunities and challenges.
Connection is also closely tied to well-being. Healthy leaders create healthy organizations. By encouraging authentic relationships and supporting one another personally and professionally, USSA is helping build a culture where leaders can thrive, reducing isolation while increasing collaboration across the state.
The Cedar City gathering marked only the beginning. Throughout the coming year, the President's Initiative will feature additional opportunities for members—and in many cases their spouses and families—to connect through informal gatherings, service opportunities, and shared experiences. Each event will reinforce USSA's commitment to creating a supportive community where every superintendent feels welcomed, valued, and connected.
This initiative would not be possible without the generous support of Audio Enhancement, whose partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting educational leaders throughout Utah. We extend our sincere appreciation to Audio Enhancement for supporting the President's Initiative and helping make these opportunities for connection and well-being possible. Their investment demonstrates that supporting education means supporting the people who lead it every day.
As we look ahead, we invite every superintendent to participate in the upcoming activities throughout the year. Together, we can continue building a culture of collaboration, friendship, and support—because when leaders are connected and thriving, Utah's students, educators, and communities all benefit.
