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Accepting Applications for Board of Education
Jer Bates

Ogden School District is accepting applications for district 6 of the board of education.

An unexpected vacancy has created the need for the board of education to appoint a representative for voting district 6 to serve from February 2025 through December 2026. Applicants must be a full time resident within voting district 6 of the Ogden School District Board of Education voting district map. View the voting district map.

Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

Applicants approved for consideration will be notified to attend a special session of the Ogden School District Board of Education on Thursday, January 30 beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the district board room at 1950 Monroe Blvd. Building #1.

During the special session applicants will be interviewed by the board of education.

To apply, please visit bit.ly/osdboardapplicant2025.

Board of Education members are eligible for compensation and benefits including:

  • Board members receive $7,200 per year ($600 per month) as compensation
    for services.
  • Board leadership (president and vice president) receives an additional $100
    per month compensation for services.
  • Board members on committee assignment with the District or USBA may
    receive an additional $50 per meeting attended.
  • Health insurance coverage options are available.
  • Board members receive $50,000 term life insurance.

El Distrito Escolar de Ogden está aceptando solicitudes para el distrito 6 de la junta de educación.

Una vacante inesperada ha creado la necesidad de que la junta de educación nombre un representante para el distrito de votación 6, quien servirá desde febrero de 2025 hasta diciembre de 2026. Los solicitantes deben ser residentes a tiempo completo dentro del distrito de votación 6 del mapa de la junta de educación del Distrito Escolar de Ogden. El distrito de votación 6 abarca partes de las siguientes zonas escolares: Heritage Elementary, New Bridge Elementary, Odyssey Elementary, Highland Junior High, Mound Fort Junior High, Mount Ogden Junior High, Ben Lomond High School y Ogden High School. Ver el mapa del distrito de votación.

Las solicitudes serán aceptadas hasta las 5:00 p.m. del martes 28 de enero de 2025.

Los solicitantes aprobados para consideración serán notificados para asistir a una sesión especial de la junta de educación del Distrito Escolar de Ogden el jueves 30 de enero a partir de las 6:00 p.m. en la sala de juntas del distrito ubicada en 1950 Monroe Blvd. Edificio #1.

Durante la sesión especial, los solicitantes serán entrevistados por la junta de educación.

Para postularse, por favor visite bit.ly/osdboardapplicant2025.

Los miembros de la junta de educación son elegibles para recibir compensaciones y beneficios que incluyen:

  • Los miembros de la junta reciben $7,200 por año ($600 por mes) como compensación por sus servicios.
  • El liderazgo de la junta (presidente y vicepresidente) recibe $100 adicionales por mes como compensación por sus servicios.
  • Los miembros de la junta asignados a un comité del distrito o de la USBA pueden recibir $50 adicionales por cada reunión a la que asistan.
  • Hay opciones de cobertura de seguro de salud disponibles.
  • Los miembros de la junta reciben un seguro de vida a término de $50,000.
MOJH Student Body Officers at assembly
Mount Ogden Junior High School Becomes an Authorized IB World School!
Jer Bates

Mount Ogden Junior High School and Ogden School District are celebrating a prestigious honor earned by our students and teachers.

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.

MOJH IB Banner with Student Body Officers

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.