Jeremy Ranch Elementary School

JRES offers high quality instruction and fantastic community. We are among the top performing schools in the state.

The whole-school proficiency score for JRES is over 90% in Math, Language Arts, and Science.

Kindergarten offers a full-day program. We also host a Kindergarten-enrichment program through Community Education for families with that need.

A commitment to high-ability students. JRES has eight teachers endorsed in Gifted and Talented education or actively working toward their G&T endorsement. 100% of JRES teachers are “highly qualified” under federal guidelines, while 50% have completed advanced degrees.

Dual Language Immersion. JRES offers French Dual Language Immersion, with students spending half their day in a French only classroom. DLI is unique and effective because students learn content through language, and language through content. The DLI program will expand by one grade level each year.

Math and Science focus. Beginning in 2012, all JRES teachers will embark on a Math Endorsement program tailored to our school and taught by BYU faculty. Also beginning in 2012, all students will have access to a Science Lab, in order to provide hands-on Science activities on a frequent basis.

The infusion of technology into everyday instruction. Each grade level makes use of Apple iTouch devices in multiple subjects. Each JRES student is given frequent computer experience through the use of our computer lab and COWS (computers on wheels). In order to keep this technology operating properly, we have a well-trained, accessible, and patient, Technology Specialist on site.

Professionals to meet individual student needs. At JRES we have two Special Educators, as well as trained and experienced paraprofessionals, who modify instruction to make the curriculum accessible to all students.

Responsive and caring Guidance Counselors. Counselors actively teach all students a weekly, grade-level appropriate guidance curriculum that targets local and global social, health, and safety issues. Our Counselors also support individual students and families with a broad range of issues that may otherwise interfere with learning.

A school-wide Citizenship Success Plan. Throughout the school we promote four traits (“We are Responsible, Honest, Caring, and Respectful) that lead to “Success.” We honor positive problem-solving.

High quality breakfast and lunch program. The Utah State Office of Education has ranked the school lunch menus offered by Park City School District as the best in the state. JRES was awarded the 2011 'Healthier U.S. School' Silver Medal by the USDA, one of only two schools in Utah to achieve the designation.

A well-stocked Media Center. The JRES library houses a collection of 15,000 books and 23 magazine subscriptions from which students may choose, and more.

Support for language learning needs. Our highly trained ESL Specialist and paraprofessionals work tirelessly to ensure students who are learning the English language have materials and support needed
Established community support. Our STAR reading program is just one example of the immense supports JRES receives from the community.

Our PTO is a strong organization that is focused on improving our students’ educational experience through the raising and distribution of funds, coordination of volunteer efforts, operation of fantastic events and so much more. Our stellar Masterpieces in Art program offers quality Art instruction to all students, and is operated start to finish by parents.

A variety of extracurricular opportunities. For many students, the school day is not finished at 3:05. Our 'Cool After School' program offers extended opportunities for Math and Language Arts instruction. JRES also has a long-standing Foreign Language program that offers Spanish and French instruction twice weekly. Students may also be involved in Drama, Golf, Art, Science and Lego programs. Our Get Out And Play program introduces students to alpine or Nordic skiing, as well as ski jumping at the Utah Olympic Park. Students may attend Camp Hawk, our established and popular after school program, which includes K-5 students. This year we have added the 'Odyssey of the Mind' program as well!

This is a remarkable school because of the passionate faculty, staff, supportive parents, and hard-working students. Thank you for making the time to read this, and please contact Shawn Kuennen, Principal, with any comments, questions or concerns.