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Remember: College Has Options — One Year to Four Years (or more)

There are multiple pathways in higher education, depending on your goals.

One-Year Programs
Certificate programs

Two-Year Programs
Associate degrees or technical degrees

Four-Year Programs
Bachelor’s degrees

More Education Options
Graduate and professional degrees

7th Grade Course Request

Printable Course Request

Required Classes

Course                                                                          Code

Integrated Science 7                                                       3200
Language Arts                                                                 4070
Math 7                                                                             5219
Utah Studies                                                                    6100
CCA Tech                                                                         8010
CCA Personal Care                                                          8040
CCA Labor                                                                        9997
Academic Success                                                           9469-3
Beginning Fitness M/F                                                      7600/7603
Art of Choice                                                                     ***

DLI Required Courses

Course                                                                             Code

DLI French 3                                                                     4515
French Culture & History A                                               4510
French Culture & History B                                               4511

Elective Selection Instructions

Please pick 3 credits worth of electives. A full-year class is 1 credit and a half-year class is 0.5 credit. DLI students pick 1 credit of electives. Art credits are marked with ***.

Half-Year Elective Choices (.5 Credits)

Course                                                                           Code

Beginning Guitar ***                                                        1870
Drama ***                                                                        1953
Art Foundations ***                                                          1100
Ceramics ***                                                                    1110
Beginning Chorus ***                                                       1620
Stage Craft ***                                                                 1985
Exploring Tech 3D Design                                                8665
Creative Coding                                                               8700
Outdoor Survival                                                              9255
Learning Strategies                                                          9469
Peer Tutor (Requires Application)*                                   6345
Rhythm & Fitness (7/8 Dance) ***                                   1901
Basic Art (Film & Media) ***                                             1175
Debate                                                                             4990
Yoga                                                                                 7796
Reading Lab                                                                     4023
Spanish                                                                             4800

Full-Year Elective Choices (1 Credit)

Course                                                                              Code

French 1                                                                             4702
Beginning Orchestra                                                          1660
Intermediate Orchestra                                                      1670
Advanced Orchestra                                                          1671
Beginning Band                                                                 1640
Advanced Band                                                                 1650

*Teacher Approval Required

DEC Original Credit Course Request

8th Grade Course Requests

Printable Course Request

Required Classes

Integrated Science 8 (Course Code: 3240)
Language Arts 8 (Course Code: 4080)
Math 8 (Course Code: 5217)
U.S. History (Course Code: 6121)
Health (Course Code: 7100)
Digital Literacy (Course Code: 8584)
Boys or Girls Team Sports (Course Code: 7761/7762)
Art of Choice (Course Code: ***)

DLI Required Courses

DLI French 4 (Course Code: 4516)
French Culture & History C (Course Code: 4512)
French Culture & History D (Course Code: 4513)

Elective Credit Requirements

Please pick 3 credits worth of electives. A full-year class is worth 1 credit. A half-year class is worth 0.5 credit. DLI students should pick 1.5 credits of electives.

Full-Year Elective Classes (1.0 Credit)

French 1 (Course Code: 4702)
Beginning Orchestra (Course Code: 1660)
Intermediate Orchestra (Course Code: 1670)
Advanced Orchestra (Course Code: 1671)
Beginning Band (Course Code: 1640)
Advanced Band (Course Code: 1650)

Half-Year Elective Choices (0.5 Credit)

Beginning Guitar *** (Course Code: 1870)
Drama *** (Course Code: 1953)
Advanced Drama *** (Course Code: 1955)
Art Foundations *** (Course Code: 1100)
Advanced Art Foundations *** (Course Code: 1103)
Ceramics *** (Course Code: 1110)
Advanced Ceramics *** (Course Code: 1119)
Beginning Chorus *** (Course Code: 1620)
Stage Craft *** (Course Code: 1985)
Exploring Tech 3D Design (Course Code: 8665)
Creative Coding (Course Code: 8700)
Creative Coding 2 (Course Code: 8702)
Outdoor Recreation (Course Code: 9257)
Learning Strategies (Course Code: 9469)
Peer Tutor (Requires Application) (Course Code: 6345)
Rhythm & Fitness (7/8 Dance) *** (Course Code: 1901)
Basic Art (Film & Media) *** (Course Code: 1175)
Debate (Course Code: 4990)
Yoga (Course Code: 7796)
Reading Lab (Course Code: 4023)
Woodshop 1 (Course Code: 8857)
Woodshop 2 (Course Code: 8856)
Teacher Aide (Course Code: 0600)
Ag. Science (Course Code: 8102)
Cooking/Child Care (Course Code: 8451)
Spanish (Course Code: 4800)
Sewing/Interior Design (Course Code: 8450)

*** Indicates courses that may have prerequisites, placement requirements, or department-specific guidance. Verify with the school course catalog.

*Teacher Approval Required

If possible, before coming into the school to register, visit Registration. This will allow you to begin to register your student with the district. This will make the process quicker when you come to the school.

Registering Students New to the Tooele County School District  

The definition of a New Student is: A student who is not currently enrolled at any school in Tooele County School District. If you are a new student to the TCSD who will be attending Grantsville Jr High, you will need to bring the following information with you to complete the registration process for your student: (Copies can be made at the school)

1. Birth Certificate 
2. Immunizations record 
3. Proof of residency
4. School records (if you have them)
5. IEP or 504 (If your student has one)
6. Parent's picture ID
7. If you are not the parent, but are the guardian, please provide the proper legal documentation. 
8. Two emergency contacts

Language Arts

Language Arts 7 - 4070

The Grantsville Jr. High and Tooele County School Districts 7th Grade Language Arts curriculum has been designed using the standards established by the State Office of Education and the Common Core. Students will learn a variety of skills including reading and interpreting literature, argumentative and informative essay writing, basic grammar, and an appreciation of elements of poetry and drama. The 7th grade curriculum has been designed to be educationally appropriate, challenging, and interesting.

Language Arts 8 - 4080

The Grantsville Jr. High and Tooele County School districts 8th Grade Language Arts curriculum has been designed using the standards established by the State office of Education and the Common Core. Students will learn a variety of skills including reading and interpreting literature, argumentative and informative essay writing, basic grammar, and an appreciation of elements of poetry and drama. The 8th grade curriculum has been designed to be educationally appropriate, challenging, and interesting.

Reading Improvement - 4023

Students will work on assignments from their current Language Arts Class as well as work on basic reading concepts for their grade level.

Math

Math 7 - 5219

In 7th Grade Mathematics students will focus on developing understanding of and applying proportional relationships; developing understanding of operations with rational numbers and working with expressions and linear equations; solving problems involving scale drawings and informal geometric constructions, and working with two- and three- dimensional shapes to solve problems involving area, surface area, and volume; and drawing inferences about populations based on samples. 

Math 8 - 5217

In 8th Grade Mathematics students will focus on formulating and reasoning about expressions and equations, including modeling an association in bivariate data with a linear equation, and solving linear equations and systems of linear equations; grasping the concept of a function and using functions to describe quantitative relationships; and analyzing two- and three-dimensional space and figures using distance, angle, similarity, and congruence, and understanding and applying the Pythagorean Theorem.

Science

Science 7 - 3200

Students will explore the theme of structure by investigating the following areas of science: The structure of matter, the Earth’s interior, the levels of organization within living things, the passing down of traits, and the classification of life. (Full-Year Class)

Science 8 - 3240

Students will value and use science as a process of obtaining knowledge based on observable evidence. In this course, students will study a variety of concepts, including physical and chemical changes in matter, ecosystems, photosynthesis and respiration, food chains and webs, relationships between organisms, rocks and minerals, changes to Earth’s surface, geologic time, simple machines, gravitational force, light and sound energy, and more. (Full-Year Class)  

Social Studies

Utah Studies (7th grade) - 6100

Utah is a state diverse in landscape and people. This course is designed to help students understand the state of Utah at a deeper level by reviewing Utah’s early history and particularly emphasizing Utah from statehood to the present. Students will understand the interaction between Utah’s geography and its inhabitants, as well as the formative contributions of Native American Indians, explorers, and Utah pioneers. The course will also investigate relationships between government and the people of Utah, the many opportunities people have to make a living in Utah, the diverse nature of Utah’s people and cultures, and the impact of contemporary events on the land and people of Utah. The Utah Studies core is designed to meet the needs of a semester-length course. (Half-Year Class)

U.S. History (8th grade) - 6121

United States History for Grade 8 covers events and issues from the Age of Exploration through Reconstruction and the western movement, emphasizing the 18th and 19th centuries. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to: exploration, colonization, Revolutionary War, constitutional issues, nation building, Civil War, Reconstruction, and western movement. Although the emphasis of this course is on the 18th and 19th centuries, additional content may be covered as time permits.  (Full-Year Class)

Modern Languages

French 1 - 4702

The Level I language course focuses on the development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language.

Students begin to show a beginning level of accuracy when using basic language structures, and they are exposed to some complex features of the language.  They start to focus on communicating with their immediate world and daily life activities, read material on familiar topics and write short, directed compositions.  The major means of communication between the students and the teacher will be in the target language.  By the end of the class, students will be able to communicate their ideas in basic French on a variety of different topics and understand the basic grammar of the French language.  Lastly, an important component of language classes is the use of the language beyond the classroom in the real world. I ask that students find opportunities to use the language outside of class in their personal lives and to share those experiences with the class.  (Full-Year Class)

Spanish 1 - 4800

The Level I language course focuses on the development of communicative competence in the target language and understanding of the culture(s) of the people who speak the language. 

Students begin to show a beginning level of accuracy when using basic language structures, and they are exposed to some complex features of the language.  They start to focus on communicating with their immediate world and daily life activities, read material on familiar topics and write short, directed compositions.  The major means of communication between the students and the teacher will be in the target language.  By the end of the class, students will be able to communicate their ideas in basic Spanish on a variety of different topics and understand the basic grammar of the Spanish language.  Lastly, an important component of language classes is the use of the language beyond the classroom in the real world. I ask that students find opportunities to use the language outside of class in their personal lives and to share those experiences with the class.  (Half-Year Class)

Career & Technical Education (CTE)

College and Career Awareness (CTE Tech, CTE Labor, CTE Personal Care - 7th grade) - 8010, 8040, 9997

College and Career Awareness is a core requirement for seventh-grade students. Students need to be prepared with 21st-century skills for the future. These class clusters in Labor, Tech, and Personal Care explore careers and skills based in six CTE Pathways: Information Technology, Business and Marketing, Health Science, Family and Consumer Science, Agriculture, Engineering, and Technology. (3 Half-Year Classes)

Family and Consumer Science (FACS) Cooking/Child Care (8th grade) - 8451

This fun course provides students the opportunity to develop skills related to Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS). Students will explore sewing, clothing and textile construction, interior design and merchandising, consumerism, entrepreneurship, personal responsibility, and career and job-related tasks. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.  (Half-Year Class)

Family and Consumer Science (FACS) Sewing/Interior Design (8th grade) - 8450

This fun course provides students the opportunity to develop skills related to Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS). Students will explore food and nutrition sciences, childcare,  family relationships, personal responsibility, and career and job-related tasks. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. (Half-Year Class)

Exploring Technology/3D Design - 8665

TECHNOLOGY! It’s everywhere! Students will be introduced to and explore the technological systems of energy and power technologies, information and communications technologies, transportation technologies, manufacturing technologies, and construction technologies. Part of the semester will be spent in the Technology Lab. (Half-Year Class)

Digital Literacy (8th grade) - 8584

This course is an introduction to computer literacy. Students will have opportunities to use technology and develop skills that encourage creativity, critical thinking, productivity, and collaboration in the classroom and day-to-day life. Skills will be demonstrated by creating a project for a different content area. This course is aligned with national and international standards and the Utah Core to prepare students across multiple levels of skills. Students will complete this course with a prerequisite to move into the high school Computer Technology course. (Half-Year Class)

Creative Coding - 8700

Discover the exciting world of computer coding! Students will learn foundational programming concepts while creating interactive projects, solving challenges, and bringing their ideas to life. This hands-on class develops creativity, logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence with technology. 

Creative Coding 2 - 8702

Take your creative coding skills to the next level. 

Fine Arts

Drama - 1953

This class is designed as in introduction to theater arts.  In this class, we will be discussing basic stage terminology, stage directions, and plot structure as well as scripting original dramatic presentations and rehearsing small scenes for the class.  We will learn basic principles of acting and performance analysis.  This is a performance based class and grades will rely heavily on daily participation and willingness to perform. (Half-Year Class)

Advanced Drama - 1955

This class is designed to continue the education of theater arts.  In this class, we will be discussing additional stage terminology, stage directions, and plot structure as well as scripting original dramatic presentations and rehearsing bigger scenes for the class.  We will learn additional principles of acting and performance analysis.  This is a performance based class and grades will rely heavily on daily participation and willingness to perform. (Half-Year Class)

Stage Craft - 1985

Ever wonder what it takes to make a show come alive? It's not just the actors on stage — it's the lights, the sound, the sets, and the crew working behind the scenes. In Stage craft, you'll learn the skills that bring productions to life: building and painting sets, designing lighting and sound, running tech during performances, and problem-solving. (Half-Year Class)

Basic Art (Film/Media) - 1175

You watch movies all the time — now learn how they're actually made. We'll break down the craft behind your favorite films. How directors use camera angles, lighting, editing, and sound to pull you into a story, how genres set the rules, and how the history of cinema shaped what's on screen today.

Art Foundations I - 1100

This is the required Junior/Middle School Visual Arts Core course.  It is designed to provide an overview of Visual Arts while studying a broad variety of art tools and materials. With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher level thinking, art related skills, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics.  (Half Year Class)

Advanced Art - 1103 

This class is designed to provide an overview of Visual Arts while studying a broad variety of art tools and materials. With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher level thinking, art related skills, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics. In this class students will get the opportunity to build on what they have learned and take on more difficult projects.   (Half-Year Class)

Ceramics - 1110

This is a class where students will get to work with clay and ceramics. This course is designed to develop higher level thinking, art related skills, art criticism, art history, and aesthetics.  (Half-Year Class)

Beginning Chorus - 1620

 Students learn rhythm reading, how to follow written music, and how to sing with correct tone and diction.             

Beginning Band - 1640

Beginning band students will learn to play a band instrument, i.e. flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, and percussion.  No musical experience is necessary unless you want to learn percussion.  Percussionists are required to have at least one year of private piano instruction. In this course, students will learn to exhibit proper playing habits, develop sufficient technical facility, and develop a proper concept of tone quality on their instrument.  The students will also continue to increase their music vocabulary, their sensitivity in intonation, and their accuracy in playing rhythms.  They will also build responsible rehearsal habits, and analyze music performances. There will be some evening concerts throughout the year. There is a $15 fee for this class. (Full-year class)

Advanced Band - 1650

Advanced band is for students who have successfully two years of band or who have progressed beyond the intermediate level.  Individual assessment may be used to place students in this class.  In this course, students will learn to exhibit proper playing habits, develop sufficient technical facility, and develop a proper concept of tone quality on their instrument.  The students will also continue to increase their music vocabulary, their sensitivity in intonation, and their accuracy in playing rhythms.  They will also build responsible rehearsal habits, and analyze music performances.  There will be some evening concerts throughout the year. There is a $15 fee for this class. (Full-year class)

Beginning Orchestra - 1660

Beginning orchestra students will learn to play an orchestra instrument, i.e. violin, viola, cello, or string bass.  No musical experience is necessary.  In this course, students will learn to exhibit proper playing habits, develop sufficient technical facility, and develop a proper concept of tone quality on their instrument.  Students will build and expand their music vocabulary, their sensitivity in intonation, and their accuracy in playing rhythms.  They will also build responsible rehearsal habits, and analyze music performances. There will be some evening concerts throughout the year. There is a $15 fee for this class. (Full-year class)

Intermediate Orchestra - 1670

Intermediate orchestra is for students who have successfully completed one year of beginning orchestra or who have progressed beyond the beginning level. Individual assessment may be used to place students in this class. In this course students will continue to develop proper playing habits, sufficient technical facility, and a proper concept of tone quality on their instrument.  The students will also continue to increase their music vocabulary, their sensitivity in intonation, and their accuracy in playing rhythms.  They will also build responsible rehearsal habits, and analyze music performances. There will be some evening concerts throughout the year. There is a $15 fee for this class. (Full-year class)

Advanced Orchestra - 1671

Advanced orchestra is for students who have successfully completed two years of orchestra or who have progressed beyond the intermediate level.  Individual assessment may be used to place students in this class.  In this course students will continue to develop proper playing habits, sufficient technical facility, and a proper concept of tone quality on their instrument.  The students will also continue to increase their music vocabulary, their sensitivity in intonation, and their accuracy in playing rhythms.  They will also build responsible rehearsal habits, and analyze music performances. There will be some evening concerts throughout the year. There is a $15 fee for this class. (Full-year class)

P.E./ Health

Beginning Fitness (7th grade) - 7600 Boys 7603 Girls

Beginning Team Sports Activities is an entry-level course emphasizing beginner skills in a broad spectrum of activities in order to develop a foundation for future physical education classes. The course content is developmentally appropriate for seventh grade students who, in most instances, will be experiencing a formal physical education class for the first time. Students in Beginning Team Sports Activities are introduced to the elements of physical fitness and are responsible for learning the basic vocabulary. Pre and post fitness tests are appropriate, with results being used to provide personal information, individualize instruction, and indicate student improvement.  (Half-Year Class)

Team Sports (8th grade) - 7761 Boys 7762 Girls

Intermediate Activities offers a wide range of developmentally appropriate activities that are increasingly complex in content, concept, and skill development and execution. Students continue to practice skills in modified form but begin to participate in regulation games with more complex playing environments than those experienced in Beginning Activities. Teams are kept small, allowing maximum participation and involvement by all students. Cooperative, as well as traditional sports activities, are included in the curriculum. (Half-Year Class)

Outdoor Recreation (8th grade) - 9257

Outdoor Recreation is a class for the student who wants to learn more in depth about fitness, individual sports and lifetime team sports.  (Half-Year Class)

Health Education (8th grade) - 7100

Students will acquire knowledge, practice skills, and develop attitudes that can benefit them throughout life. Building a solid foundation of good literacy and decision-making skills can contribute to a variety of healthy choices for the self and others. The development of process, life skills, and attitudes has been incorporated throughout the entire curriculum.  (Half-Year Class)

Yoga - 7796

Ready to stretch, move, relax, and have fun? Yoga is the perfect class to help you feel stronger, more flexible, and more confident! In this class, you’ll learn yoga poses, balance, breathing techniques, relaxation strategies, and mindfulness—all while listening to music and having a great time. At the end of each class, we’ll enjoy 10 minutes of Savasana, also known as nap time, to help your body and mind fully relax. Whether you’re a yoga pro or have never tried it before, everyone is welcome! Come move your body, challenge yourself, reduce stress, and leave class feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. (Half-Year Class)

Rhythm and Fitness - 1901

This exciting course is designed for 7th and 8th grade students who are eager to explore the world of dance in a fun, engaging way. Throughout the semester, students will learn a variety of social dance styles, including country swing, cha-cha, and line dancing, as they develop rhythm, coordination, and teamwork. The class emphasizes the importance of respect and collaboration while building confidence and social skills. No prior dance experience is necessary; bring your enthusiasm and willingness to try something new. (Half-Year Class)

Other Electives

Debate - 4990

Find your voice and learn how to make a persuasive argument! Students will research engaging topics, examine different viewpoints, and participate in friendly, structured debates. This interactive class develops public-speaking skills, critical thinking, teamwork, and confidence. (Half-Year Class)

Outdoor Survival - 9255

Explore the outdoors while learning practical survival skills. Students will practice shelter building, fire safety, navigation, basic first aid, emergency preparedness, and responsible outdoor recreation. This hands-on class emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, confidence, and respect. (Half-Year Class)

Publications (Yearbook) - 4940

Yearbook is a class that teaches students how to create, store manipulate and transmit information.  Students will put these skills to use by creating the school yearbook.

Students will use digital cameras, video cameras, computers, and the associated software such as Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Elements to create the yearbook and announcements.

General knowledge of computers, cameras, and photography is required.  (Full-Year Class)

Learning Strategies - 9469

This class is designed to help students learn different learning strategies. They will  get a chance to implement those strategies on homework or any missing work they may have. Students are expected to remain on task and complete their work. (Half-Year Class)

Peer Tutor (3.0 GPA required) - 6345

In order for a student to be a Peer Tutor they must be approved by a school counselor, they need to be a good student, and be willing to work with students with special needs. Students if approved will get the opportunity to mentor students with special needs and assist them in their work. (7th and 8th grade only.)

Teacher’s Aide (T.A.) - 0800/0700

In order for a student to be a teacher’s aide, the student must be in 8th grade and have a GPA of at least 3.0.  Students must be responsible and be able to maintain high standards of confidentiality.  Each teacher can have only one T.A. per semester and they cannot have a T.A. assigned to them during their Prep period.  (Half-Year Class)

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GJHS Clubs and Activities

Information about clubs will be provided during the daily announcements and through advertisements in the hallway. 

• Kiwanis Builder's Club (Half-year class)
  • Leadership and service oriented - A. Christensen and T. Cloward (advisors)
     
• Hope Squad (Half-year class, must be nominated)
  • Mental health awareness - C. Pratt and K. Martin (advisors)
     
• National Junior Honor Society (admittance based on GPA)
  • Recognition for academic excellence - T. Cloward (advisor)
     
• Art Club
  • Focus on developing and improving artistic skill and interest - M. Tolman (advisor)
     
• Esports Club
  • Gaming and cooperation - W. Musso (advisor)
     
• Dungeons and Dragons Club
  • Role playing, collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity - T. Hardy (advisor)
     
• Intramurals
  • Competitive sports played between GJHS students. Sports vary each month. - N. Dale (advisor)
     
• School Plays and Productions
  • Plays are produced each semester. Auditions are mandatory for speaking roles. - T. Hardy (advisor)

Are you being bullied? Do you see bullying at your school? There are things you can do to keep yourself and the people you know safe from bullying.

• Report bullying to the principal or go to:safeut.med.utah.edu  
• Treat Everyone with Respect
• What to Do If You're Bullied
• Protect Yourself from Cyberbullying
• Stand Up for Others
• Get Involved

If your child feels bullied  

• Focus on your child: Be supportive and gather information.
• Talk with and LISTEN to your children every day.
• Be supportive: Tell the child it is not their fault.
• Be patient: Talking about bullying can be difficult.
• Contact his or her teacher, counselor, or principal.
• Explore options: Educate child and discuss options to deal with bullying behavior.

Be a good example of kindness and leadership.  

If your child feels bullied  

• Focus on your child: Be supportive and gather information.
• Talk with and LISTEN to your children every day.
• Be supportive: Tell the child it is not their fault.
• Be patient: Talking about bullying can be difficult.
• Contact his or her teacher, counselor, or principal.
• Explore options: Educate child and discuss options to deal with bullying behavior.
• Be a good example of kindness and leadership.

Coaching the child who bullied 

1. Identify the problem
2. Ask questions and gather further information
3. Apply consequences
4. Generate solutions for the future
5. Follow up

There is a new free mobile app that has been designed by SAMHSA. The KnowBullying app provides parents with tips, conversation starters and warning signs to help parents recognize bullying. To learn more about the KnowBullying app click here  

Useful Resources 

• Report Bullying
• Stop Bullying 
• Cyberbullying
• Utah Antibullying Website
• Government Stop Bullying Website
• Utah Parent Center 

Is it Bullying?

Who will be my student's counselor?

Tony Cloward - 8th grade
Kristin Martin - 7th grade

How do counselors help students at Grantsville Jr. High?

1. Counselors are trained listeners and problem solvers. They have observed many students
negotiate the challenges of growing up and of junior high school.
2. Counselors provide assistance to students towards a Plan for College and Career Readiness.
3. Counselors invite students, parents/guardians to participate in these conferences to discuss,
high school planning, post-secondary educational planning, and social/emotional adjustments
needed in junior high school.

How do I or my student make an appointment with the
counselor?

1. The GJHS Counseling website offers a direct link for making appointments with your counselor. 
2. Parents are encouraged to make an appointment to avoid waiting for service. An
appointment can be made online or at 435-884-4510.
3. The counseling office is open from 7:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on most days.
4. Students are encouraged to come and see their counselor before or after school.
5. During the school day, students will need a hall pass (permission from their teacher) to
come and see the counselor.

What is the purpose of a PCCR conference?

1. College and Career Ready conferences provide students, parents, and counselors an
opportunity to discuss the student's goals for future success.
2. Individual and small group conferences are held to identify strengths and celebrate the
student.
3. Academic assessments, career interest inventories, high school graduation requirements,
and college entrance requirements are often discussed in these important conferences.

How can I get help in an academic subject?

1. The first thing you should always do is talk to the teacher either before or after school.
They can also be reached by email.
2. If you are confused about the subject matter, try to have some specific questions in mind.
Many teachers often provide help directly to students before and after school.
3. The counseling office has ideas on study techniques, planners, and organizational skills as
well as information about after school tutoring.
4. TCSD offers online tutoring through Varsity Tutors for Schools. There is a link on the GJHS Counseling website. 

As a student, what can I do to be successful in school?

1. Attend class every day. If you are ill, make sure to see the teacher to find out what you
missed as soon as you return to school.
2. Use your planner to keep track of assignments and due dates. Have a study plan at home
with the following guidelines:
3. Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed by phones, family activities, TV, or other
distractions.
4. Plan on studying at least an hour each night.
5. Remember to not only do the written homework, but also complete reading assignments.
6. Review notes from lectures in your classes.
7. Take care of your health by getting enough sleep (9-10 Hours), participating in physical
activity, eating good foods, and staying connected to friends, your parents, and school staff.
8. Be sure to communicate any physical, mental, or emotional health concerns with a trusted
adult.
9. Take care of your personal hygiene by showering, wearing deodorant, and clean clothing
each day.

What is the class change policy?

1. When registering for classes, students need to carefully select the classes they are interested
in taking. (Occasionally there are errors in a student's schedule that necessitates a class
change.)
2. Students interested in making a class change should obtain a schedule change request form online or
in the counseling office. Students need a parent signature denoting approval of the change.
3. Counselors and administration determine appropriateness of class change referring to
reason, class size, and schedule disruption. (Priority goes to credit first, then required classes.)
4. Students will be informed as to whether or not the class change was approved or denied.
5. If the request if for a Core (history, language arts, math, science, homeroom) Class change,
parents must schedule a meeting with the principal, counselor and their student's Core Class
teachers to discuss the student's needs, classroom behaviors, academic performance and
appropriate recommendations for success.

How can I track my student's academic progress?

Parents and students can access academic and attendance records via the internet at the Tooele
School District's website: tooeleschools.org. A student number and password are needed in order to
allow you access into the Skyward Student/Parent area. If you have misplaced or did not receive
that information, please call the counseling office at (435) 884-4510. Accessing your student's grades
and attendance on a daily or weekly basis is an excellent way to track their progress.

What are the requirements to complete junior high?

7TH GRADE REQUIREMENTS

Language Arts 7 
Math 7 
Integrated Science 7 
College and Career Awareness - Labor
College and Career Awareness - Care
College and Career Awareness - Tech
Utah Studies 
Physical Education 
Electives
TOTAL = 10 credits

8TH GRADE REQUIREMENTS

Language Arts 8 
Math 8 
Integrated Science 
U.S. History 
Personal Health 
Digital Literacy
Intermediate Fitness/Team Sports
Electives
TOTAL = 10 credits

TCSD Pathways

Most of us will have to deal with some form of mental illness in our lifetime. It is not embarrassing to go to the doctor for something wrong with our heart, for example, so why are we hesitant to go for something that is affecting our emotions and the way we think (brain).   With mental wellness, we can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and are able to make a contribution to our community and personal relationships.   

• Grantsville Child & Family Counseling Services, 225 East Main Street, Ste M, Grantsville, UT: 435-840-4209
• Bear's Ears Child and Family Therapy, 22 West Vine Street, Tooele, UT: 435-830-7763
• Hales Counseling Center, 36 North Main Street #12, Tooele, UT: 435-243-5760
• Healing Heart Center for Meaningful Change, 300 South Main Street, Ste 300, Tooele, UT: 435-849-0598
• Messick Family counseling, 66 West Vine Street #1, Tooele, UT: 435-503-5350
• Pebble Creek Counseling Center, 494 East 2400 North, Ste B, Tooele, UT: 435-249-0321, cell: 435-224-2399
• Silverado Counseling Services, PO Box 521207, Salt Lake City, UT: 801-983-5540
• Sunset Counseling Services, Evan Kenison, 2356 North 400 East, Ste 202, Tooele, UT: 435-850-2547
• Aspen Ridge Counseling, 2880 West 4700 South, G#1, West Valley City, UT: 801-990-4300
• Valley Behavioral Health, 100 South 1000 West, Tooele, UT: 435-843-3520, Emergency or after hours crisis intervention: 435-882-5600
• 24 hour Crisis hotline: 801-587-3000
• Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) Phone: (435)833-7350.
• Tooele County Health Department: 151 North Main Street Tooele, UT.  Phone (438)843-2300.

SafeUT
CRISIS & TIPLINE SERVICES

Dear Parent/Guardians and Students:  
We would like to explain more about the SafeUT Crisis & Tipline Services for all students in the state of Utah. SafeUT is a tool designed to provide confidential two-way communication with SafeUT crisis counselors or school staff through the SafeUT Mobile App, text number, or Web.  

SafeUT Services are provided through the University of Utah's Crisis Center at the University Neuropsychiatric Institute (UNI), and all interactions are handled by licensed clinicians as part of their comprehensive crisis response services. Students who call or start a crisis chat or text through the mobile app or web will connect directly to a UNI crisis counselor at the UNI CrisisLine.   The UNI CrisisLine provides 24/7 crisis intervention and emotional support to anyone in any type of crisis. Students can also use the SafeUT phone app or website to send non-crisis tips to school officials regarding topics such as bullying, cyberbullying, gang activity, drug & alcohol activity, and more. All tips are completely anonymous.

SafeUT helps to provide students with a safe and secure school environment and provides our school administration with the communication and management tools needed to help and manage on-campus situations. 


Key Features of SafeUT

The SafeUT program and app help youth stay healthy and safe in schools by providing high-quality, confidential counseling services. The app’s key features include:

• Confidential and password-protected services
• Real-time, two-way communication with SafeUT crisis counselors available 24/7
• Tips can be submitted with a picture and/or a video
• Mobile app works with Apple & Android devices

  SafeUT’s Crisis Services Safe UT answers crisis calls, texts, and chats – about yourself or someone else – 24/7.   These free services are confidential. Our counseling topics include:

• Depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues 
• Suicide prevention
• Loss and grief
• Bullying and cyberbullying
• Drug and alcohol problems
• Self-harm
• Relationship difficulties
• Any life challenge

SafeUT
CRISIS & TIPLINE SERVICES

• Confidential and password protected services
• Real-time, two-way communication with SafeUT crisis counselors available 24/7
• Tips can be submitted with picture and/or video
• Mobile app works with Apple & Android devices

SafeUT’s Crisis Services Safe UT answers crisis calls, texts, and chats – about yourself or someone else – 24/7.  

These free services are confidential. Our counseling topics include:

• Depression, anxiety, or other mental health issue 
• Suicide prevention
• Loss and grief
• Bullying and cyberbullying
• Drug and alcohol problems
• Self-harm
• Relationship difficulties
• Any life challenge