Teacher of the Month Teacher of the Month at Park View Elementary
At Park View Elementary, Samantha Jasperson is the kind of teacher students hope to have, parents request, and colleagues seek out for support. Known for her engaging classroom, strong belief in every child, and ability to inspire those around her, Jasperson represents the very best of the teaching profession. Her impact was recently recognized well […]
Spanish Fork Brothers Take First and Second Place at National High School Finals Rodeo Competition
Two Spanish Fork brothers made history in the high school rodeo world by taking first and second place at the National High School Finals Rodeo in steer wrestling. The National Championships were held from July 19-25 at the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Nearly 1,800 high school-aged competitors came not only from all […]
Salem High School Teacher Creates Unique Social Media Challenges Viewed By Millions
A local teacher has been making a big splash on social media with his unique relationship with the Golden Arch on Main Street in Payson. Several months ago, Scott Haney, a physical education teacher at Salem Hills High School, decided that he was going to do a 90-day challenge avoiding McDonald’s — specifically, its Sausage […]
Teacher of the Month: Katie Chadwick at Brookside Elementary
Ms. Katie Chadwick is a truly deserving recipient of the Nebo School District 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year recognition. As a special education teacher at Brookside Elementary, she exemplifies dedication, compassion, and excellence in education. Katie’s unwavering commitment to her students is evident in everything she does. She approaches each child with incredible patience, kindness, […]
Teacher of the Month: Lucas Adams at Spring Lake Elementary
Spring Lake Elementary proudly honors Perry Ewell, an exceptional fifth-grade educator whose career spans an impressive 37 years. Mr. Ewell’s steadfast dedication has profoundly influenced countless students and fellow educators, leaving an indelible mark on educational communities. Mr. Ewell’s remarkable teaching journey began at Sego Lily Elementary in the Alpine District and continued at Wilson […]
Teacher of the Month: Lucas Adams at Mapleton Elementary
Our Central Bank teacher of the month is Shelby Willis, a 3rd grade teacher at Mapleton Elementary. In just her 3rd year in the classroom, Shelby has proven to be an exceptional teacher and leader whose influence won’t soon be forgotten. <iframe title=”Teacher of the Month: Shelby Willis at Mapleton Elementary” allowtransparency=”true” height=”150″ width=”100%” style=”border: […]
Phyllis Peterson: A Lifetime of Love in the Classroom
After 44 years of teaching, Phyllis Peterson is retiring from a career that has taken her through schools in Idaho and Utah and into the lives of more than 1,100 students. Peterson graduated from Spanish Fork High School in 1976 and Utah State University in 1980. She began her career at Oakwood Elementary in Preston, […]
Amid Unanswered Questions Following Tragic Death, Springville Family Presents $1,000 Scholarship in Son’s Name
For the past nine months, the Ewing family of Springville has mourned the loss of their son Michael Ewing, 45, who died on July 14, 2025. Ewing was a father of 10 children and became a grandfather shortly after his passing. He was also a beloved baseball and football coach for Springville High School and […]
Teacher of the Month: Lucas Adams at Advanced Learning Center
We are excited to spotlight Mr. Lucas Adams, a dedicated and inspiring educator in the Nebo School District. Mr. Adams is our automotive mechanical repair teacher here at the Advanced Learning Center. His classes are highly sought after and a favorite among students. Mr. Adams teaches Introduction to Automotive and the Advanced Auto Service Technician […]
Project Safe Lane: No Ping is Worth a Life: Join the 21-Day Challenge for Safer Streets
With April being “National Distracted Driving Awareness Month” in Utah, it is a perfect time to introduce myself and my community service initiative, Project Safe Lane. In the five seconds it takes to read a text message at 55 mph, a vehicle travels the length of a football field, but blindly if you are looking […]
