We are thrilled to announce that Mount Ogden Junior High School has officially been authorized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering the prestigious Middle Years Programme (MYP)! This significant achievement reflects years of dedication, collaboration, and growth by our teachers, students, and school community.

As the only public junior high school in Utah with this designation, we join an elite network of schools worldwide that share a commitment to creating a better, more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and rigorous education. Together with Liberty Elementary and Ogden High School, Mount Ogden helps complete Ogden School District’s state-leading IB pathway—the only one in Utah.

What This Means for Our Students

Principal Cynthia Kuni shared, “The real winner here is Mount Ogden Junior High! Over the past three years, our teachers have transformed teaching and learning, centering your education on key concepts that connect every subject and equip you to tackle real-world challenges. You’re learning to become curious, globally minded citizens who strive to make this world a better place. We are so proud of what you’ve accomplished!”

Students are already experiencing the positive impact of the MYP:

• Rani Tonga: “Being a student at an MYP school has helped me become a better communicator. It’s great to get to know others and make new friends!”
• Kiera Thomas: “IB encourages me to try my hardest and makes lessons more interactive and fun. It helps me reach for the stars and accomplish my dreams.”
• Angy Salinas: “IB has helped me improve my grades and become a better, more social person. It’s taught me skills like communication and thinking that I use every day.”

A Prestigious Future Ahead

This milestone represents more than a designation—it’s a testament to the hard work and passion of everyone in our Mount Ogden family. As an IB World School, we are committed to fostering innovation, curiosity, and academic excellence.

Congratulations to all who contributed to this success! We are excited to continue this journey together as a community of global learners.

On Thursday, November 21, 2024 the Ogden School District Board of Education celebrated many students and one outstanding education partner.

Our Student of the Month recognitions for both October and November were presented.

Ben Lomond High School:
Adriana Lazaro Sanchez & Bryan Campos-Ramer

George Washington High School:
Gabe Kerns & Jose Palacios Mendoza

Ogden High School:
Isabella Gray & Catherine Calderon

OTECH High School:
Nalleli Espinoza Martinez

Post High School:
Dreyez Washakie & Eduardo Chico Canales

We recognized our Academic All-State students from Ben Lomond High School.

Coaches Alexis King and Tyler Herzog celebrated the Ogden High School Academic State Champions for girls soccer and boys golf, respectively.

George Washington Principal Joshua Bell presented Representative Rosemary Lesser, MD to the board of education. Rep. Lesser was the recipient of the Adult Education Champion Award for her efforts to expand the availability and successfulness of programs to help adults achieve high school graduation and equivalency.

Music Specialist Connor Pack talked to board members about the ongoing development and success of our mariachi music program. District leadership delivered a state of the district presentation.

And the Board of Education was presented with proposed updates to policies and procedures. Review the proposed updates here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/752

Patrons may submit feedback regarding Board of Eduction policy at any time using this form: https://forms.gle/akuZTJTS8CvgEpVp8

Board of education meeting recordings can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/@osdboardmeeting8155/streams

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El jueves 21 de noviembre de 2024, la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Ogden celebró a muchos estudiantes y a un destacado socio educativo.  

Se presentaron los reconocimientos de Estudiante del Mes correspondientes a octubre y noviembre.  

Ben Lomond High School:
Adriana Lázaro Sánchez & Bryan Campos-Ramer  

George Washington High School:
Gabe Kerns & José Palacios Mendoza  

Ogden High School:
Isabella Gray & Catherine Calderón  

OTECH High School:
Nalleli Espinoza Martínez  

Post High School:
Dreyez Washakie & Eduardo Chico Canales  

Reconocimos a los estudiantes Academic All-State de Ben Lomond High School.  

Los entrenadores Alexis King y Tyler Herzog celebraron a los Campeones Académicos Estatales de Ogden High School en fútbol femenino y golf masculino, respectivamente.  

El director de George Washington High School, Joshua Bell, presentó a la Dra. Rosemary Lesser, representante estatal, a la Junta de Educación. La representante Lesser fue galardonada con el **Premio Campeón de Educación para Adultos** por sus esfuerzos para expandir y mejorar los programas que ayudan a los adultos a obtener su diploma de secundaria o equivalencia.  

El especialista en música Connor Pack habló con los miembros de la junta sobre el desarrollo y éxito continuo de nuestro programa de música de mariachi. Además, el liderazgo del distrito presentó un informe sobre el estado del distrito.  

Se presentaron a la Junta de Educación las actualizaciones propuestas a las políticas y procedimientos. Puede revisar las actualizaciones propuestas aquí: [https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/752](https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/752)  

Los miembros de la comunidad pueden enviar comentarios sobre las políticas de la Junta de Educación en cualquier momento utilizando este formulario: https://forms.gle/akuZTJTS8CvgEpVp8

Las grabaciones de las reuniones de la Junta de Educación están disponibles aquí: https://www.youtube.com/@osdboardmeeting8155/streams

Ogden School District intends to close Bonneville Elementary School at the conclusion of the 2024-2025 school year. This is in conjunction with the planned opening of the new Hillcrest Elementary School in August, 2025.

Ogden School District is considering boundary adjustments to all elementary schools north of 12th Street as well as New Bridge Elementary School in order to maximize capacity of our school buildings along with convenience and safety for our students.

The school boundaries that will be under consideration for adjustments in the 2025-2026 school year include:

• Bonneville Elementary (closing)
• East Ridge Elementary
• Heritage Elementary
• Hillcrest Elementary (re-opening)
• Lincoln Elementary
• New Bridge Elementary

Ogden School District Board of Education will convene in a special session at Bonneville Elementary school to provide an opportunity for public comment on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. There will be additional public meetings throughout this school year to gather feedback on proposals for boundary changes. We also encourage you to provide input at any time by sending an email to communications@ogdensd.org.

On Thursday, August 16, 2024 the Ogden School District Board of Education was presented with an Early Learning Plan that noted recent growth in student literacy and math performance and proposed actions for instruction moving forward.

In accordance with updated state law regarding school closures and boundary adjustments, the board was presented with notice that Ogden School District will consider the potential closure of Bonneville Elementary School in conjunction with the opening of the new Hillcrest Elementary School as well as the potential for boundary adjustments to other elementary schools intended to maximize use of all elementary schools in the area.

And the Board of Education was presented with proposed updates to policies and procedures. Review the proposed updates here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/752

Patrons may submit feedback regarding Board of Eduction policy at any time using this form: https://forms.gle/akuZTJTS8CvgEpVp8

Board of education meeting recordings can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/@osdboardmeeting8155/streams

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El jueves 16 de agosto de 2024, se presentó a la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de Ogden un Plan de Aprendizaje Temprano que destacó el crecimiento reciente en el rendimiento de los estudiantes en alfabetización y matemáticas y propuso acciones para la instrucción en el futuro.

De acuerdo con la ley estatal actualizada sobre el cierre de escuelas y los ajustes de límites, se notificó a la junta que el Distrito Escolar de Ogden considerará el posible cierre de la Escuela Primaria Bonneville junto con la apertura de la nueva Escuela Primaria Hillcrest, así como la posibilidad de ajustes de límites en otras escuelas primarias para maximizar el uso de todas las escuelas primarias en la zona.

También se presentó a la Junta de Educación propuestas de actualizaciones a políticas y procedimientos. Revise las actualizaciones propuestas aquí: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/752

Los ciudadanos pueden enviar comentarios sobre la política de la Junta de Educación en cualquier momento utilizando este formulario: https://forms.gle/akuZTJTS8CvgEpVp8

Las grabaciones de las reuniones de la Junta de Educación se pueden ver aquí: https://www.youtube.com/@osdboardmeeting8155/streams