Welcome to Hayden Peak Elementary — Home of the Hawks!

Welcome to Hayden Peak Elementary! Since opening our doors in West Jordan in August 1999, Hayden Peak has been committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued, supported, and connected.

At Hayden Peak, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Our dedicated teachers and staff work together to provide high-quality instruction, meaningful learning experiences, and the support students need to reach their full potential. Our curriculum aligns with Utah state and Jordan School District standards, and our programs are designed to meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of our students.

A Place to Learn, Grow, and Belong

We want Hayden Peak to be a place where students are excited to come to school each day. In addition to academic achievement, we focus on helping students build confidence, develop positive relationships, demonstrate good character, and discover their individual strengths.

Through our school-wide House System, students and staff have opportunities to build connections across grade levels and strengthen our sense of community. While each house has its own identity, we are united as one Hayden Peak family:

Four Houses. One Family. Together We Soar.

Our School Day

Hayden Peak follows a traditional elementary school calendar. Our first bell rings at 8:25 a.m., with instruction beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m. School dismisses at 3:05 p.m. Monday through Thursday and at 12:30 p.m. on Fridays.

Friday early dismissal provides our teachers with dedicated time to collaborate, analyze student learning, plan instruction, and participate in professional learning—all with the goal of providing the best possible learning experiences for our students.

Supporting the Whole Child

We know that students learn best when they feel safe, cared for, and ready to learn. Nutritious breakfast and lunch options are available each school day, with free and reduced-price meal assistance available to qualifying families.

We encourage our Hawks to come to school each day ready to learn, be actively engaged, treat others with kindness and respect, and take pride in being a member of our school community.

Families Are Our Partners

Strong schools are built through strong partnerships with families. We are grateful for our wonderful PTA, parent volunteers, and community members who generously give their time and talents to support our students and staff.

We encourage families to become involved, attend school activities, volunteer, and stay connected with their child's teacher. For the safety of our students and staff, all visitors and volunteers should check in at the front office when arriving at the school.

Together We Soar

It is a privilege to serve your children and your family. We are proud of the learning, relationships, traditions, and memories that make Hayden Peak such a special place.

Whether you are joining us for the first time or have been part of our community for many years, we are happy to have you as part of the Hayden Peak family.

Welcome to Hayden Peak Elementary—

where every Hawk has a place to belong, an opportunity to grow, and the support to soar!

School-wide Attendance Plan

ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITY

Regular attendance and punctuality are important to student learning, relationships, and academic success. We recognize that students will occasionally need to miss school, and we are committed to working with families when attendance barriers arise.

Hayden Peak follows Jordan School District Policy AA432 and applicable Utah compulsory education laws.

Reporting an Absence

Families are encouraged to notify the school office on the day of an absence.

To have an absence recorded as excused, a parent/guardian must contact the school according to district attendance procedures and provide the reason for the absence.

Absences must be excused within five school days of the student's return.

Tardies

School begins at 8:30 a.m.

Students arriving after the tardy bell must check in through the front office before reporting to class.

Excused Absences

Valid reasons for absence may include:

Illness or medical needs
Mental or behavioral health needs
Medical appointments
Bereavement or family death
Court appearances
Family emergencies
Approved school activities
Religious observances or special family events
Absences permitted under an IEP or Section 504 Plan
Preapproved educational leave
Other circumstances permitted by district policy or state law

Chronic Absenteeism

Chronic absenteeism generally refers to missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of the reason. This equates to about two or more absences per month.

When attendance becomes a concern, our first goal is to understand why a student is missing school and identify ways we can help.

Depending upon individual circumstances, school staff may:

Contact the family.
Meet with the student and parent/guardian.
Identify barriers to attendance.
Develop an attendance support plan.
Connect families with school or community resources.
Provide counseling or mentoring.
Consider appropriate educational supports or accommodations.
Take additional steps required by Jordan School District policy or Utah law.

Our goal is to partner with families to help students attend school consistently and successfully.

Educational Leave

Students may be allowed up to a maximum of 10 days of educational leave/travel each school year when an Educational Leave Form is submitted to the office prior to the absence.

Parents/guardians should make arrangements with the classroom teacher at least five school days in advance.

Teachers will determine appropriate assignments and reasonable timelines for completing missed work.

AA432 – Student Attendance and Teacher Disclosure Statements