In the coming months frequently asked questions about the proposed bond may appear here as Bond Fact Friday.
Q: What are you doing about growth at Copper Hills High and Sunset Ridge Middle?
A: Research from Davis Demographics shows that over the next five years, Sunset Ridge Middle is projected to grow by 6.6% or 104 students. West Hills Middle is projected to decline in enrollment by nearly 9.5% or 111 students. We feel between these two schools we would be able to accommodate these fluctuations in student enrollment with portable buildings or, if needed, boundary adjustments. In contrast, Copper Mountain Middle is projected to grow by 111% or 1,420 students.
Similarly, Copper Hills High is projected to grow by 3.7% or another 99 students over the next five years. Herriman High is projected to grow by 82% or 2,158 students. Long-term, we will need additional schools in west West Jordan. However, projections show within the short-term, we have capacity at neighboring schools to accommodate the growth.
The graphs below illustrate the difference in projected growth between the Herriman and the Copper Hills feeder systems.
For additional information or to submit questions about the proposed bond, visit jordanbond.org or call the bond hotline 801-567-8705.
