The Jordan School District Board of Education announced a mid‑term vacancy for a member representing Voting District 5. The district includes portions of Copperton, Herriman, South Jordan and West Jordan, giving families across these communities a chance to serve on the board.
Interview and Appointment Schedule
The board will hold interviews with applicants on Monday, November 23, 2026 at 4 p.m. and/or Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 4 p.m. Both sessions will be held at the Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers South Campus, 12723 S. Park Avenue (2080 West), Riverton, UT. After the interviews, the board plans to appoint a qualified candidate at its regular business meeting on November 24, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. The appointed member will serve the remainder of the unexpired term, which runs through December 31, 2028.
How to Apply
Prospective candidates must meet the qualifications set forth in Utah Code 20A‑14‑202 and 20A‑9‑201. To confirm eligibility, applicants should contact the Salt Lake County Elections Division at 2001 South State Street, Suite 1‑200, Salt Lake City, UT, phone 385‑468‑7400.
Application packets and a qualification affidavit are available at the Jordan School District Administration Office, 7387 S. Campus View Drive, West Jordan, UT. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the documents can also be downloaded from the district’s website. Completed applications and affidavits must be returned to the same office or emailed to [email protected] by 8 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026.
Why This Matters to Local Families
Board members help shape policies that affect classroom sizes, curriculum choices, school safety and the overall quality of education for children in the district. By filling this vacancy promptly, the board ensures continuity in decision‑making and maintains representation for the families living in District 5.
Community members are encouraged to review the qualifications, consider applying, and attend the interview sessions to stay informed about who may soon be guiding the district’s educational direction.
Original reporting: Jordan School District News — read the source article.
