☀️ Summer Vacation Tips & Ideas Series, Spartans?! This week, we are buckling up for a nostalgic road trip down memory lane where you are the official tour guide!

This week’s tip: The "History of You" Drive! 🗺️🎙️

The Mission: Parents, take your junior high students on a driving tour of your own past right here around the local area.

The Route: Show them the spots that defined your own teenage years—where you had your very first summer job, the neighborhood where you used to hang out at 14, or the exact place you and your spouse first met!

The Secret: Junior high kids might act too cool to care, but they secretly absolutely love hearing their parents' "old school" stories and realizing you were once their age, too.

The Cost: $0! (Just a little bit of gas!)

💬 LET'S HEAR IT: What local spot from your past always cracks your kids up when you talk about it? Drop a comment below and tell us one "old school" story or landmark your family is visiting this week! 👇

#SOJH #SOJHSpartans #HistoryOfYou #MemoryLane #SummerVibes #FreeFamilyFun #SpartanFamilies #Storytime
about 2 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
An image with a dark blue background featuring text that reads, "Summer Vacation Ideas for SOJH Students. A "History of You" Drive: Parents drive their junior high students around the local area to show them places from their own past—where they had their first job, where they hung out at 14, or where they met. Junior high kids secretly love hearing their parents' "old school" stories. Add a comment if you try the activity with your friends." In the lower-right section, just below the main paragraph, there is a simple 3D-style illustration of a light blue cartoon car facing right.
Happy Juneteenth, Spartans!

As we honor and celebrate Freedom Day, please note our holiday schedule for the upcoming week:

🏛️ Main Office Closed: Monday, June 15th (In observance of Juneteenth)

📅 Summer Hours Resume: Tuesday, June 16th

⏰ Summer Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Wishing all of our fantastic students, faculty, and families a meaningful and safe long weekend! ✨

#SOJH #SpartanPride #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #SouthOgdenJrHigh #WeberSchoolDistrict
about 2 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
An announcement graphic with white text on an abstract, geometric background of folded paper textures in the Pan-African flag colors of black, red, green, and yellow. The text reads: "OFFICE CLOSED JUNE 15TH IN OBSERVATION OF JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY," with the word "JUNETEENTH" heavily stylized in a large, bold font enclosed within a thin white border box.
Summer break? Not for our building! 🛠️ The home of the Spartans is getting some major upgrades before school starts. We can’t wait for you to see what’s happening! What’s new: ✨ Fresh new tiling throughout the halls 💜 Our official Purple Star School banner is ready to hang! We are so proud of our school and our military-connected families! See you soon, Spartans! ⚔️ #SpartanPride #SOJH #SummerUpgrades #PurpleStarSchool #WeberSchoolDistrict
about 2 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
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☀️ SCHOOL'S OUT, SPARTANS! Ready to kick off summer the right way? Welcome to Week 1 of our Summer Vacation Tips & Ideas series! Every week, we’re sharing an awesome, completely FREE activity to do with your family right here in our backyard.

First up: Hike Waterfall Canyon Trail! 🥾💧

Why we love it: A gorgeous 2.4-mile round-trip trail that rewards you with an incredible 200-foot waterfall!

Spartan Tip: The last stretch is a steep, rocky scramble. Make sure to wear good shoes, pack plenty of water, and keep a close eye on younger siblings!

Where to start: Park at the 29th Street or 36th Street trailhead.

💬 📸 SPARTAN CHALLENGE: If you tackle the trail this week, we want to see it! Drop a selfie or a family photo in the comments below when you make it to the waterfall, or comment "DONE! ✅" once you've conquered the canyon!

#SOJH #SOJHSpartans #OgdenUtah #WaterfallCanyon #SummerVibes #FreeFamilyFun #SpartansHike #SpartanCommunity
about 2 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
An educational graphic with dark blue text on a solid light blue background, featuring a small cartoon illustration of a waterfall on a rocky cliff surrounded by green trees. The text reads: "Summer Vacation Ideas for SOJH Students. Hike the Waterfall Canyon Trail: Located just minutes away, this is a classic local challenge. It’s a great workout for teens to do with friends or family, and the waterfall at the top is the perfect reward. Add a comment if you try the activity with your family."
☀️ Summer Vacation Tips & Ideas Series, Spartans?! This week, we are channeling our competitive Spartan spirit into an epic, bracket-style showdown!

This week’s tip: Host a DIY Tournament! 🏀👾

Choose Your Game: Whether it’s a high-stakes video game tournament in the living room, a classic basketball knockout game at 40th Street Park, or a giant board game bracket at the dining table!

The Setup: Draw up a bracket on a piece of paper, invite friends or family, and crown an official champion.

The Cost: $0!

💬 LET'S HEAR IT: Who took home the crown in your tournament? Drop a comment below and tell us what game you played and who is ruling the leaderboard this week, Spartans! 👇

#SOJH #SOJHSpartans #DIYTournament #SpartanCompetition #SummerVibes #FreeFamilyFun #GameOn #BracketChallenge
2 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
An educational graphic with dark blue text on a solid light blue background, featuring a simple dark blue outline of a tournament bracket diagram in the center. The text reads: "Summer Vacation Ideas for SOJH Students. Host a DIY Tournament: Whether it’s a video game tournament in the living room, a basketball knockout game at a local park, or a massive board game bracket, junior high kids love a good competition. Add a comment if you try the activity with your friends."
☀️ Happy Memorial Day Weekend, Spartans! ☀️

We made it to summer! As we kick off the break and honor those who served, please note our holiday schedule:

🏛️ Main Office Closed: Monday, May 25th

📅 Regular Summer Hours: Resume Tuesday, May 26th

⏰ Summer Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday–Friday)

Have a safe and wonderful long weekend! 💙

#SOJH #SpartanPride #MemorialDay #SummerAtSOJH #SouthOgdenJrHigh
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
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Summer is for sunshine, but the school year was for the MEMORIES! 🏆 We asked our Spartans: "What was your favorite day of the year?" 🎤

Check out what they had to say:

Field day finishes 🏃‍♂️

Last day vibes ☀️

Unexpected laughs in the hall 😂

What about you? Drop your favorite school memory in the comments! 👇

#SpartanPride #SOJH #SouthOgdenJrHigh #BestYearEver #SummerVibes
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
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Student quotes
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Student quotes
Pictures of the week! Anything Goes assembly, and yearbook signing.
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
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School’s almost out, but lunch is still on us! 🍎 WSD is serving up FREE summer meals for all kids 18 and younger. Come hang out and fuel up for your summer adventures! ☀️

📅 When: June 1st – July 23rd (Mon–Fri)

⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

📍 Where: Multiple locations including Burch Creek, Roosevelt, and Riverdale Elementary.

💰 Adults: $4.75 (Exact change, please!)

See you in the lunchroom! 🥪

#SpartanStrong #WSDSummerLunch #SouthOgden #FuelForSummer
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
A flyer titled WSD SUMMER LUNCH provides details on free meals for the 2026 season. Under the heading "When," it states free lunch is served Monday–Friday, 11:30–12:30, from June 1st–July 23rd, though closed June 15th and July 3rd for holidays. The "Where" section lists six locations: Burch Creek Elementary (4300 Madison Ave), Roy Elementary (2888 West 5600 South), Lakeview Elementary (2025 West 5000 South), North Park Elementary (4046 South 2175 West), Riverdale Elementary (1160 West 4400 South), and Washington Terrace Elementary (20 East 4600 South). Under "Rules," it notes free lunch for children 18 and younger, adults eat for $4.75 cash only (exact change), all food must be eaten in the lunchroom, adults cannot eat off a child’s tray, shoes and shirts are required, no rollerblades or skateboards are allowed, no adult supervision is provided on the playground, and restrooms are unavailable. The "Contact" section lists the Child Nutrition Department at 801-476-7836, and the flyer concludes with an equal opportunity provider statement. The layout uses colorful, playful fonts in pink, green, blue, orange, and yellow on a plain white background.
A huge shoutout to our amazing students on the final day of the SOJH school store! 🛒💙 Today, Spartans cashed in stacks of shields they earned this year for going above and beyond. Seeing their dedication to being respectful, responsible, and safe makes us so proud to be part of the faculty here. Today's Highlights: Pure excitement as the final prizes were claimed 🎉 A celebration of a year's worth of good choices 🌟 Our amazing community coming together 🤝 #WeAreSpartans #SOJHSpartans #StudentSuccess #ProudFaculty #GoodChoices
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
students shopping at the school store
students shopping at the school store
This week in photos!
3 months ago, SOJH Administration
Utah History Projects
It’s ‘crunch time’ check out our awesome Spartans getting it done!
Advanced Orchestra
The orchestra concert was excellent.
The beginning orchestra has come a long way. Excellent work!
Mr. Byington loves his kids
Beginning choir, so many great voices!
This was a great piece. The office staff got a private concert today, the girls sounded so good!
The Spartones! Great kids, great performance and great attendance, thanks to all who came and supported!
Let’s hear those voices, Spartans! 🗣️ Our amazing SOJH Choir is ready to take the stage for their final performance of the school year. Come out and support our talented singers for an unforgettable night!

When: Wednesday, May 13th

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Where: SOJH Auditorium

Let’s fill the seats! 🎶⚔️

#SOJHSpartans #ChoirConcert #SpartanVoices #FinalPerformance #SouthOgden
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Choir concert tonight at 7 may 13
Turn up the volume, Spartans! 🔊 Our incredible SOJH Band is taking the stage for their final performance of the year. Let's show up loud and proud to support our hard-working musicians!

When: Tuesday, May 12th

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: SOJH Auditorium

See you there! 🥁⚔️

#SOJHSpartans #BandLife #SpartanPride #FinalNotes #SouthOgden
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Final band concert may 12th 7 pm
It’s time for the grand finale! 🎶 Our talented Spartans have been practicing hard, and tonight is their time to shine. Come support the SOJH Orchestra at our final concert of the year!

When: Tonight, May 11th

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Where: School Auditorium

Let’s pack the house! 🎻🔥

#SOJH #SpartanPride #OrchestraConcert #SouthOgdenJuniorHigh #MusicMatters
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
orchestra concert may 11th 7 pm
This week in photos!
3 months ago, SOJH Administration
The school musical was epic!
Great dancing!
Strong voices!
Building an automated rescue bot!
Assembly of a rescue bot
Ms. Ross checks out a student’s project
CO2 car in a smoke tunnel
CO2 car in the planning stage
Great moments from the amazing production of Disney's Dare to Dream.
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
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It’s the final curtain call! 🎭 Tonight is your LAST CHANCE to see Disney’s Dare to Dream at South Ogden Junior High. Let’s pack the house for our incredible cast and crew! 🛡️✨

Final Show: Tonight at 7:00 PM 🕖

Tickets: $7 🎟️

Don't let the magic end without you! See you there! 🏰👋

#SOJHSpartans #ClosingNight #LastChance #SpartanStrong #DareToDreamFinaleturn
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Cast of Dare to Dream
Cast of Dare to Dream
Cast of Dare to Dream
Opening night was a DREAM! ✨ Our performers blew us away. If you missed it, don't worry—you have another chance to catch the magic tonight! 🌟

Tonight: May 7th

Time: 7:00 PM 🕖

Price: $7

Come see why everyone is talking about this show! 👏

#SOJH #SpartanSuccess #DareToDream #SupportOurStudents #SecondNight
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Cast of Dare to Drea,
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The wait is over—it’s OPENING NIGHT! 🎭✨ Come support our amazing cast as they take the stage for Disney’s Dare to Dream.

Doors Open: Shortly before 7:00 PM 🚪

Start Time: 7:00 PM sharp!

Tickets: $7 at the door 🎟️

See you tonight for a night of Disney magic! 🛡️💙

#SOJHSpartans #OpeningNight #SpartanArts #DareToDream #LiveTheatre

3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Pics of Dare to Dream
Pics of Dare to Dream
Pics of Dare to Dream
Speed, stamina, and... a giant lawn flamingo? 🦩 Friday’s track practice was anything but ordinary! Our Spartans hit the pavement for the Junk Run, competing to find the most unusual items in the community. 🏃‍♂️💨

Hunt: Scouring the neighborhood for unwanted items.

Exhibit: A "junk" museum on the field!

Mission: Neighbors get a cleanup; we get a workout.

The creativity was off the charts this year! Congrats to the winning teams! 🥇

#SpartanStrong #TrackLife #SouthOgdenJuniorHigh #JunkRun #WorkHardPlayHard
3 months ago, South Ogden Junior High
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run
Track students at the Junk Run