Teacher Appreciation Week was out of this galaxy at NOJH! This year’s Star Wars theme was a fun way to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff for all they do each day. Throughout the week, staff members were treated to themed snacks, drinks, treats, decorations, and activities to help show our appreciation for the hard work, support, and positivity they bring to our school community. We are so grateful for the amazing educators and staff who make NOJH such a special place. May the Force continue to be with you all year long!

This year, we also celebrated an incredible milestone as we honored Marty on her retirement after 41 years with the district. Her dedication, hard work, and impact on generations of students and staff have left a lasting legacy at NOJH and throughout the district. We are so grateful for the years she devoted to supporting our school community and the countless lives she has touched along the way. Congratulations, Marty, on your retirement and this well deserved next chapter!

We recently celebrated their hard work with the 2nd Quarter Incentive, a fun-filled reward for strong academic achievement! Those who met the academic requirements enjoyed ice cream, played games in the gym, and danced along to Just Dance. From friendly competitions to even a few rounds of leapfrog, the energy was high and the smiles were everywhere. It was a great way to recognize students’ dedication and celebrate their success! 🎉

Our Ed Rising crew recently attended the Educators Rising Conference at Weber State University and made an incredible showing! Our team earned 1st place in the Junior Varsity PSA competition for the entire state of Utah. This outstanding achievement highlights their creativity, teamwork, and dedication to the field of education. We are so proud of their hard work and for representing NOJH at such a high level! 🎉

We got into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day by wearing green throughout the school! The halls were filled with festive outfits as students and staff showed off their school spirit and joined in the fun. It was a simple but exciting way to celebrate together and bring a little extra energy to the day! 💚 

Students had a meaningful and hands-on experience during Career Day, Reality Town, and Job Shadowing! During Career Day, students had the opportunity to speak with professionals who visited the school, learning firsthand about different careers and the paths it takes to get there. In Reality Town, students practiced real-life skills like budgeting and financial decision-making. For Job Shadow Day, students took their learning off campus, visiting a career of their choice to observe and experience a real work environment. These combined experiences helped students better understand their future options and make connections between school and the real world! 

The girls basketball team at North Ogden Junior High showed incredible perseverance and heart throughout their season. The team never gave up, continuing to work hard, support one another, and improving each game. Their dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to growing as athletes and teammates are something to be proud of. We’re excited to see how this group builds on their experience moving forward! 🏀

Our Winter Assembly was a huge success and a fun way to bring our school together before the break. Students and staff kicked things off with an exciting teacher vs. student dodgeball game that had everyone cheering from the stands. The energy continued with a snowball fight that filled the gym with laughter and school spirit.

The assembly also featured wonderful performances from our cheer team, choir, and boys officer group. Each group did an amazing job showcasing their hard work, talent, and enthusiasm. Overall, the Winter Assembly was a great reminder of the strong sense of community at our school and a highlight of the winter season for students and staff alike.

Holiday mornings were made extra special as Mr. Hansen played Christmas songs on his saxophone in front of the Christmas tree, filling the school with seasonal cheer. 

Spreading holiday cheer one classroom at a time 🎄 Our counselors brought the magic as Santa and his elves, visiting every class and delivering treats with lots of smiles. 

Holiday music filled the halls as Mrs. Urry’s Spanish class went classroom to classroom spreading cheer through Christmas caroling. 

As part of Hope Week, North Ogden Jr. High hosted Try It Knight, and it turned into an incredible evening of connection, fun, and support for our community. Families from all across the Weber Cone came together to enjoy free food, mental health resources, and a variety of activities for every age. From the rock wall, spike ball, and crafts to cornhole, improv, and prize drawings, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

A huge thank you to our PTSA for their support and to everyone who helped plan, participate, and attend. Events like this remind us of the strength in coming together as a community and the importance of spreading hope and kindness. 

We had the opportunity to recognize and celebrate our incredible custodians, Mr. Cottle and Mr. Walker. They work tirelessly to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff each day. Their dedication and hard work often happen behind the scenes, but the impact they have is felt by all of us. We are so grateful for their commitment to our school community—please join us in thanking them for everything they do!

North Ogden Junior High kicked off the year with a warm welcome as our cheerleaders and student officers greeted everyone with cheers and music. It was an exciting way to start the year and set the tone for a great year. 

The PTSA helped launch the year with a fun Back-to-School Stomp. Students had a chance to connect with friends, dance, and celebrate the start of another school year together.