Spending the day with superintendents and business administrators. Than you USBE leaders for sharing your knowledge with our group.
For this week’s #MeetTheSuperintendentMonday, we’re thrilled to introduce Mika Salas, Superintendent of Carbon School District. Mika Salas was raised in Helper, Utah. Superintendent Salas attended Utah State University and University of Phoenix.
Superintendent Salas’ favorite book is David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell. A quote that Superintendent Salas lives by is, “The secret to life is having something to do, something to look forward to, and someone to love.” -Kenny Rogers
Thank you for your dedication and passion to education Mika Salas. We are so lucky to have your expertise and knowledge leading the students in Carbon School District.
#MeetTheSuperintendentMondays #EducationalLeadership #EducationMatters
Enjoy hearing students speak at USBE meetings.
Welcome to Active April! Hopefully you will get to spend more time outside this month.
For this week’s #MeetTheSuperintendentMonday, we’re thrilled to introduce Joe B. Wright, Executive Director of Southwest Educational Development Center (SEDC). Joe B. Wright, was raised in Kanab, Utah. Joe B. Wright attended Southern Utah University, Northern Arizona University, Northcentral University, and is currently attending William Howard Taft University.
Joe B. Loves any books by John Grisham. One of his favorite quotes is “Our lives largely are the direct result of the lives that have touched ours."~ Gordon B. Hinckley.
Thank you for your dedication and passion to education Joe B. We are so lucky to have your expertise and knowledge leading the students in Southwest Utah.
#MeetTheSuperintendentMondays #EducationalLeadership #EducationMatters
For this week’s #MeetTheSuperintendentMonday, we’re thrilled to introduce Gregory Thornock, Superintendent of Tintic School District. Greg was born and raised in Eureka, Utah. Greg attended Southern Utah University for college.
One of his favorite quotes is "We suffer more in imagination than in reality.” Wise words from the philosopher Seneca. Superintendent Thornock’s favorite book is Lord of the Rings.
Thank you for your dedication and passion to education Superintendent Thornock. We are so lucky to have your expertise and knowledge leading the students in Tintic School District.
#MeetTheSuperintendentMondays #EducationalLeadership #EducationMatters
We are beginning our USBA Spring Regional Meetings this week. Over the next 3 weeks, USBA officers will be hosting 12 regional meetings throughout the state. During each meeting officers will provide updates on the legislative session & seeking feedback from participants.
Welcome to Mindful March!!
Thank you, Utah Loves Public Schools, for supporting public education in Utah. There are amazing things taking place in our Utah schools and your support is appreciated. Check out their website - https://utahlovespublicschools.com/#
For this week’s #MeetTheSuperintendentMonday, we’re thrilled to introduce Piper Riddle, Executive Director of Northeastern Utah Educational Services. Piper was raised in Boise, Idaho. Piper Riddle has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Boise State University, a Master's degree in Mathematics Education from Southern Utah University, and an Education Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction degree from Utah State University. She has worked in public education as a teacher, instructional coach, and administrator for over 20 years, and is delighted with the great work for student achievement and success that is taking place in public schools.
One of her favorite quotes is “One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, it means I’m weak. I totally rebel against that. I refuse to believe that you cannot be both compassionate and strong.”
~ Jacinda Ardern
Thank you for your dedication and passion to education Piper Riddle. We are so lucky to have your expertise and knowledge leading the students in Northeastern Utah.
#MeetTheSuperintendentMondays #EducationalLeadership #EducationMatters
Spending the morning at USBA's President and Vice President workshop. Learning from Teri Rhodes and Todd McKee. It's great to have Utah's board presidents and vice presidents come together and learn from each other. #usba #greatboards
"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." (Theodore Roosevelt)
VOTE NO ON SB37! It is not good for districts or schools. #localcontrolmatters
Vote NO on SB37! SB37 will be presented to the House Rev & Tax Committee on Thursday, February 13th, at 8 AM. We want to fill the room in opposition to this bill! #USBA #USSA
Vote NO on SB37: Minimum Basic Tax Rate Amendments!
SB37: Minimum Basic Tax Rate Amendments threatens the financial stability of our public schools and strips local communities of their voice in education funding.
It's time for Friendly February!
Looking forward to seeing our USBA members at Day on the Hill on Monday, January 27, 2025. It's going to be a great day!
Attending Public Ed Appropriations this morning. Listening to USBE present information on the budget and requests they have for public education. Great conversation on what it takes to support schools, teachers, and students.
The 2025 Legislative Session begins today. USSA and USBA members will be at the Capitol throughout the session. Information related to the session can be found on the USSA website - https://www.ussaut.org/documents/advocacy/2025-legislative-session-toolkit/698117
