Southwest Educational Development Center

☀️ Healthy meals mean healthy minds, even during the summer break! SEDC is proud to share an incredible resource from one of our wonderful member districts to support families in southwest Utah.

The Washington County School District Child Nutrition program is offering Free Summer Meals for all children and teens ages 18 and under from Monday through Thursday through June 25!

Whether you need a quick pickup or a place to sit down, they have multiple options available across the community:

🥡 Grab N Go Meals (Serves lunch & next-day breakfast | 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM):

Desert Hills Middle School

Dixie Intermediate School

Enterprise Elementary

Hurricane Intermediate

LaVerkin Elementary

🍽️ On Site Meals (Serves lunch | 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM):

Coral Canyon Elementary

Legacy Elementary

Panorama Elementary

Paradise Canyon Elementary

Red Mountain Elementary

Sandstone Elementary

Sunset Elementary

Washington Elementary

Washington Veterans Park

Important Note: For Grab N Go pickup meals, the child does not have to be present, and any adult may pick up the meal. Be sure to follow on social media for updates and information throughout the summer!

Let’s ensure every student stays nourished and ready for academic success! 🍎✨

Ready for days filled with sun and scrumptious bites? 🌞🍉 Our summer meal service is open to all kids and teens under 18—spread the word and SHARE! 🔁

📚 Summer reading is in full swing across Utah! SEDC is thrilled to celebrate the incredible spirit of literacy taking over elementary schools statewide this season.

This summer, 20 elementary schools are hosting special summer read-a-thons designed to bring the joy of reading to life. Students are gathering with their favorite pajamas, pillows, blankets, and books to create a cozy, unforgettable reading experience focused entirely on building a lifelong love of literacy.

A massive shoutout to our very own Kane County School District schools—Kanab Elementary and Valley School—for representing southwest Utah in this wonderful initiative!

We extend our deepest gratitude to Utah Community Builders and the Utah School Superintendents Association (USSA) for providing the grant funding that supports staffing, snacks, and small incentives to make these events successful for students and families.

Congratulations to all 20 participating schools across the state:

Bonneville Elementary (Salt Lake City School District)

Clinton Elementary (Davis School District)

Creekside Elementary (Davis School District)

Eagle Bay Elementary (Davis School District)

Farmington Elementary (Davis School District)

Granger Elementary School (Granite School District)

Harry S. Truman Elementary (Granite School District)

Island View Elementary (Davis School District)

Jackling Elementary (Granite School District)

James E. Moss Elementary (Granite School District)

Kanab Elementary (Kane County School District) 🌟

Kaysville Elementary School (Davis School District)

Lincoln Elementary (Davis School District)

Monte Vista Elementary (Jordan School District)

Oak Hills Elementary (Davis School District)

Sand Springs Elementary (Davis School District)

Snow Horse Elementary (Davis School District)

Upland Terrace Elementary (Granite School District)

Valley School (Kane County School District) 🌟

Valley View Elementary (Davis School District)

Together, these schools are helping students discover that reading isn't just a school activity—it's an adventure that can happen anywhere, anytime! ✨

Summer Reading is in full swing across Utah!

This summer, 20 elementary schools are hosting special summer read-a-thons designed to bring the joy of reading to life. Students will gather with their pajamas, pillows, blankets, and favorite books to create a cozy reading experience focused entirely on building a love of literacy.

Grant funding, from Utah Community Builders, supports staffing, snacks, and small incentives that encourage participation and help make these events memorable for students and families.

A big thank you to the participating schools:

Bonneville Elementary (Salt Lake City School District)
Clinton Elementary (Davis School District)
Creekside Elementary (Davis School District)
Eagle Bay Elementary (Davis School District)
Farmington Elementary (Davis School District)
Granger Elementary School (Granite School District)
Harry S. Truman Elementary (Granite School District)
Island View Elementary (Davis School District)
Jackling Elementary, Granite School District
James E. Moss Elementary (Granite School District)
Kanab Elementary (Kane County School District)
Kaysville Elementary School (Davis School District)
Lincoln Elementary (Davis School District)
Monte Vista Elementary (Jordan School District)
Oak Hills Elementary (Davis School District)
Sand Springs Elementary (Davis School District)
Snow Horse Elementary (Davis School District)
Upland Terrace Elementary (Granite School District)
Valley School (Kane County School District)
Valley View Elementary (Davis School District)

Together, these schools are helping students discover that reading isn't just a school activity—it's an adventure that can happen anywhere, anytime.

Thank you, Utah Community Builders for supporting students and schools.

💜 Huge congratulations to Utah's newest Purple Star Schools! On June 2nd, the Utah State Board of Education celebrated its largest cohort yet at the 2026 Purple Star Schools Awards Ceremony. With 78 new schools inducted this year, our statewide total has grown to 178!

At SEDC, our mission is to support the diverse needs of all students and teachers in southwest Utah. We are incredibly proud of the dedication shown by educators, staff, and school communities across our region and state to ensure our military-connected families feel welcomed, supported, and deeply valued.

Thank you to everyone working hard to build safe, inclusive, and resource-rich environments for our military heroes and their children! 🌟🎖️

On June 2nd, the Utah State Board of Education proudly celebrated Utah’s newest Purple Star Schools at the 2026 Purple Star Schools Awards Ceremony.

This year marked Utah’s largest cohort yet, with 78 new schools inducted into the program, bringing the statewide total to 178 Purple Star Schools. These schools are recognized for their commitment to supporting military-connected students and families through strong programs, resources, and community support.

Thank you to the educators, staff, and school communities across Utah who are helping military families feel welcomed, supported, and connected.

☀️ Summer is the perfect time for educators to connect, collaborate, and bring new inspiration back to the classroom! Our partners at the Utah Education Network (UEN) will be attending several incredible conferences over the next few months, and we want to make sure our southwest Utah educational community is represented.

Whether you are looking to integrate cutting-edge tech, elevate your leadership skills, or explore the latest in STEM, there is something here for you. We are especially excited to welcome everyone to our neck of the woods for the Utah Rural Schools Association Conference right here in Cedar City this July! 🌲✨

Check out the full lineup and find registration links on UEN's page:
💻 Tech Summit (June 9-10) – Cottonwood Heights
🏫 Utah Charter School Conference (June 10-11) – Layton
🎓 Leading Schools (June 23-26) – Lehi
🔬 STEM Best Practices (June 30) – Ogden
🏔️ Utah Rural Schools Association Conference (July 15-17) – Cedar City

We hope to see our incredible regional teachers and administrators there!

Check out these upcoming events that UEN will be attending:
💻Tech Summit: https://ow.ly/36W450Z6PsO
🏫UAPCS Charter School Conference: https://ow.ly/n8j150Z6PsU
✏️Leading Schools: https://ow.ly/FSu550Z6PsP
⚙️Stem Best Practices: https://ow.ly/IGNs50Z6PsJ
📚Utah Rural Schools Association Conference: https://ow.ly/sHQ350Z6PsM

We hope to see you there!🍎✨

Hey food truck vendors! 🚚✨ Want to serve a hungry crowd of 500–600 passionate educators?

SEDC is officially looking for local food trucks to provide lunch options at this year's Utah Rural Schools Association (URSA) Conference, hosted at Southern Utah University (SUU)! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your best dishes to teachers and administrators from all across rural Utah.

📅 Date: Thursday, July 16 ⏰ Time: 12:10 PM – 1:20 PM 📍 Location: SUU Campus

If you are interested in feeding the brightest minds in Utah education, please reach out to the following email to secure your spot: 📧 [email protected]

Let’s partner up to make this conference delicious! 🙌

Safety first, every day! 🛑🏫 Safety in our schools, workplaces, and communities is a shared responsibility, and June marks National Safety Month—a perfect time to reinforce our commitment to secure environments.

At SEDC, our mission is to meet the needs of students and teachers while providing efficient educational services requested by our member schools. A crucial foundation for high student achievement and effective teaching is ensuring that everyone feels secure and supported the moment they walk through our school doors.

From the classroom to the playground, small daily actions and a commitment to looking out for one another make a massive impact. Let's work together across southwest Utah to continuously build and maintain a strong culture of safety for our students, staff, and families. 🤝💛

National Safety Month reminds us that creating safe environments is everyone's responsibility. Whether in our schools, workplaces, or communities, small actions can make a big difference. Let's commit to looking out for one another and building a culture of safety every day.

Adventure awaits when you dig into a good book! 🦖📚✨

Summer Reading 2026 is officially here, and the Utah Library Association has unburied a fantastic theme for readers of all ages: "Unearth a Story!"

Keeping students engaged with books over the summer months is one of the best ways to combat the "summer slide," expand imaginations, and set our students up for high achievement when they return to school in the fall. From prehistoric dinosaur adventures to discovering local history, our community libraries have an incredible lineup of free activities, reading trackers, and fun prizes waiting for your family this week.

At SEDC, our mission is to support requested services that meet the educational and developmental needs of students throughout southwest Utah. We encourage all parents, educators, and students in our districts to visit their local library branches this week to kick off a summer of discovery.

Don't miss out on the prehistoric fun—let’s start unearthing those stories! 🦕🌴

Summer Reading 2026 is here! Our theme this year is "Unearth a Story." Be sure to visit your local library this week and see what they have planned. Don't miss out on all the summer fun!

Gear up for a hands-on summer adventure! 🛠️🧑‍🍳🚒

We love highlighting excellent educational opportunities in our region, and the upcoming YEA Summer Camp at Southwest Technical College is an absolute must-watch! In partnership with the SUU BZI Youth Engineering Academy, this camp gives kids ages 12–15 an unforgettable, real-world experience.

Participants will dive into exciting fields including:
🍳 Culinary Arts
🚨 Public Safety
🧑‍🏭 Welding
🚗 Automotive Technology

From building physical projects to solving complex, real-world challenges, it is the perfect way for young minds to discover their passions. At SEDC, we are proud to see our regional partners collaborating to provide requested, high-quality programs that meet the developmental and educational needs of southwest Utah's youth.

Spots fill up fast, so don't let your middle schoolers miss out on this incredible summer experience!

👉 Learn more and secure a spot today: https://www.suu.edu/yea/

YEA Summer Camp is happening soon here at Southwest
Tech! ☀️💙

Get ready for a hands-on adventures in Culinary,
Public Safety, Welding and Automotive with the SUU
BZI Youth Engineering Academy at Southwest Tech.
From building to solving real-world challenges, this is a
summer experience you won’t want to miss. 🍳🩺
🛠️🎇

Learn more and sign up: https://www.suu.edu/yea/

Let's squash summer hunger together! ☀️🥒🌽

SEDC is proud to support the Utah State Board of Education and Utah Farm to Fork in celebrating fresh, local produce and free summer meals for kids across our communities!

Throughout June and July 2026, schools, summer sites, and local communities are teaming up to highlight delicious, Utah-grown zucchini and squash while spreading the word about vital, free summer meal programs available to children.

Whether you are a parent looking for nutritious options, an educator, or a supportive community member, participating in this program is a fantastic way to champion healthy eating habits and fight childhood food insecurity during the summer break.

Ensuring our regional students' essential needs are met is key to their ongoing development and achievement. Let's make sure every child stays healthy and fed this summer!

👉 Learn more, access excellent educational resources, and register your site or family today: https://tinyurl.com/6hkx4mn9

Join Utah Farm to Fork in celebrating fresh, local produce and free summer meals for kids across the state! Throughout June and July 2026, schools, summer sites, and communities are highlighting delicious Utah-grown zucchini and squash—while spreading the word about free summer meals available to children.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, this is a fun and flexible way to support healthy eating and fight food insecurity.

Learn more, get resources, and register here throughout June and July: https://tinyurl.com/6hkx4mn9