Education

A group of investment-savvy Whitehorse High School students recently earned a top-ten finish in a nationwide investment competition. Pictured: (left to right) Devon Gosney, Rep. Mike Kennedy, Kalvin Prettyboy, Gabrielle Dance, Nateo Sam, JaSea Sam, and Hope Palmer. Courtesy photo

Whitehorse students earn top-ten finish in Capitol Hill Challenge

Students at Whitehorse High School were recently recognized for finishing in the top ten in the nation in the Capitol Hill Challenge. The financial education competition allows students to invest made-up funds in the stock market and Whitehorse High investors mustered one of the best finishes...

USU research finds links between learning, relationships, and culture

A new study published by researchers at Utah State University sheds light on the critical role of relationship building and the use of local cultural knowledge in creating a climate change module best suited for Indigenous learners. The research, titled Building Relationships for Meaningful Co-...

"Oh boy, I've got joy!"

“Oh boy, I’ve got joy!” Monticello resident Cindra Eardley (center) recently graduated her 17th and final pre-school class. Sisters Lindy Lewis and Angela Stuart plan to take over the class in the fall. Staff photo

Savannah Richmond San Juan High School track & Field/competitive cheer

San Juan student athletes receive Academic All-State honors

An impressive 6 high school student athletes representing San Juan High recently earned Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State honors for the 2024-2025 winter and spring sports seasons. To qualify for Academic All-State nominations, student athletes are required to be...

Alli Young Monticello High School girls golf

Monticello student athletes receive Academic All-State honors

An impressive 8 high school student athletes representing Monticello High recently earned Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Academic All-State honors for the 2024-2025 winter and spring sports seasons. To qualify for Academic All-State nominations, student athletes are required to be...

Crews are making significant progress on the construction of the new Blanding Elementary School. The project is moving ahead into a busy construction scheduile this summer. Photo courtsy San Juan School District

San Juan School Board names new member after 19-year veteran steps down

by David Boyle News Director Members of the San Juan School board appointed a new board member, approved a salary increase for staff and an appraisal of the old Blanding Elementary building at their latest meeting. Members of the San Juan School board approved Donald Mose III to be the new board...

High School graduates to receive diplomas

Nearly 220 diplomas will be presented to graduates from area high schools this week as another school year comes to a close across the sprawling district. Monticello High School graduation will take place Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. The Class of 2025 Valedictorian is Aaron...

A year of growth and continued stability in San Juan School District

by Christine Fitzgerald Superintendent, San Juan School District As another successful school year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on our collective achievements and look forward to a bright future for the San Juan School District. This year’s theme, “Aspire Higher,” has...

Navajo Mountain High 2025 class Valedictorian Jaylynn Atene

Navajo Mountain High Graduating Class of 2025

Navajo Mountain High School Graduation is May 23, Friday at 10:00 am in the school gymnasium. The class Valedictorian is Jaylynn Atene and the Salutatorian is Alonnah Holiday

Monument Valley High 2025 class Valedictorian Isaac Davis

Monument Valley High Graduating Class of 2025

Monument Valley High School Graduation is May 23 Friday at 2:00 pm. The class Valedictorian is Isaac Davis and the Salutatorian is Kaylisa Tome.