How to report bullying:

•  Students may visit their school Counselor in the counseling office.
•  Students may report anonymously through Safe UT 

Information about apps kids are using:

• APPS Where the kids live (PDF) 

• App Name	Alt‑Text for Icon	Description / Risks
  Kik	“Kik logo”	Instant messaging app with no parental controls; commonly used for sexting.
  Secret Calculator (Vault App)	“Calculator icon disguising hidden vault”	Appears as a calculator but unlocks hidden photos/videos with a password.
  Down (formerly Bang With Friends)	“Letter D icon”	Matches Facebook friends for casual sexual encounters.
  Tumblr	“Tumblr logo”	Microblogging platform with a high amount of pornographic content.
  Instagram	“Instagram logo”	Photo/video sharing app where adult content can appear.
  Keek	“Keek logo”	Users upload video status updates; no privacy settings.
  Omegle & Chatroulette	“Omegle/Chatroulette icons”	Anonymous random chat with strangers via text, video, or audio.
  MeetMe	“MeetMe logo”	Social networking/flirting app; interactions often have sexual overtones.
  Live.ly	“Live.ly logo”	Connected to Musical.ly; teens often broadcast from bedrooms and overshare.
  Tinder	“Tinder flame icon”	Dating app allowing users 12+ to connect with people nearby.
  Whisper	“Whisper W icon”	Anonymous confessions; rated 17+ but widely used by teens.
  Twitter	“Twitter bird logo”	Popular network with easily accessible adult content.
  Snapchat	“Snapchat ghost icon”	Disappearing photo/video messages; content remains on Snapchat servers.
  Poof	“Poof! icon”	Hides apps from the home screen.
  Ask.fm	“Ask.fm logo”	Anonymous Q&A platform often used for cyberbullying.
  Jott	“Jott logo”	Messaging without Wi‑Fi/data; works within 100‑foot closed networks.
  Yik Yak	“Yik Yak logo”	Anonymous local posting within 10 miles; used for threats and bullying.

Utah Attorney General Resources for Parents

Keys to Success

Interest Profiler

Work Importance Locator

Talent Ready Utah   

Careers (career and educational planning resources)  

ONet (detailed descriptions of the world of work)  

Bureau of Labor Statistics (Occupational Outlook Handbook)  

THS/CTE Pathways

CTE Career Pathways FAQ

YOUScience

Career Week will be December 2-6

 

• Utah College Awareness and Financial Aid YouTube Channel
• Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) Resources

Higher Education in Utah Information

College Guide

• UEN (resources for parents helping teens)
• Centsible Student (financial planning for college): Located in SLC 801-321-7220
• College Board (information on college planning)
• Best Colleges in US

Every Tuesday, Students are encouraged to wear College Swag!  Stop by the counseling office on those days and receive a prize.

 Original Credit Course Request Form for Digital Education Center (DEC)

Thank you for your interest in taking an original credit online course with the Digital Education Center.  Please fill out the course request form linked below.  

When your course request has been approved, your teacher will send you an email to your school email address with course information and your login information.  If you are requesting Driver Education, your email will go to your Canvas account. 

 request an original credit online course

 

 

Tooele Junior High School Extracurricular Activities
 

Ambassador Squad/Kiwanis Builders Club - Ambassadors are a student organization committed to creating a positive school environment.  We focus on showing Respect, developing Empathy, and Celebrating Diversity as we collectively take a stand against bullying. Opportunities to perform service, build character and develop leadership. Mrs. Bitters kbitters@tooeleschools.org Mr. Farley rfarley@tooeleschools.org . Art Club- Develop your love of art and increase your skills. Meets Monday 3-5 pm Rm #21: Mr. Brewer cbrewer@tooeleschools.org. Cross Country – Practices are Mon-Thurs 2:45-3:45 pm September-October. Races are held on Tuesdays. See Mrs. Allen: tallen@tooeleschools.org Dice and Dragons Game Club- Table top Dice Games. Meets Wed. 3-5pm Rm #21, Mr. Brewer cbrewer@tooeleschools.org. Game/eSports Chess Club – Learn chess strategy and tactics, compete against other students, and play other strategy games and board games.  Meets Thursdays afterschool until 4pm Room #25 Mr. Sumner: msumner@tooeleschools.org HOPE Squad- The HOPE Squad Program functions as a peer support team. Mr. Leetham mleetham@tooeleschools.org Intramurals (Sports)- Extracurricular activity that takes place two days out of the week after school. Mrs. Allen tallen@tooeleschools.org and Mr. Lewis jelewis@tooeleschools.org Pickleball Club- Dedicated to learning pickleball and increasing your skill.  Meets Mon-Wed 2:45-4pm. Sign up in Rm #25 Mr. Sumner msumner@tooeleschools.org Roadrunner Pathway – (PCCR) - see your school counselor. Science Club - A club that focuses on different science experiments.  Meeting times vary. Sign up with Mrs. Bittner, Mr. Davis, or Mr. Sumner msumner@tooeleschools.org, nbittner@tooeleschools.org, rodavis@tooeleschools.org. U.S. History Pathway –Complete in 8th grade: See your history teacher

Guiding Good Choices 

1.  Who will be my student's counselor?      
Last names A - J      Mrs. Bitters
Last names K-Z         Mr. Farley 


2.  How do counselors help students in Jr. high school?

• Counselors are trained listeners and problem solvers.  They have observed many students negotiate the challenges of growing up and of junior high school.  
• Counselors provide assistance to students with College and Career Ready Conferences, high school planning, post-secondary educational planning, and social/emotional adjustments to junior high school.

  3.  How do I or my student make an appointment with a counselor?

• Parents are encouraged to make an appointment to avoid waiting for service.  An appointment can be made at 435-833-1921 with Mrs. Ware. 
• The counseling office is open from 7:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on most days.  
• Students are encouraged to come and see their counselor before or after school or during their lunchtime. 
• During the  school day, students will need a hall pass (permission from their teacher) to come see their counselor.

  4.  What is the purpose of a CCR conference?

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

  5.  How can I get help in an academic subject?

• The first thing you should always do is talk to the teacher either before or after school. 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. 
• The counseling office has ideas on study techniques, planners, and organizational skills as well as information about after school tutoring.
• There is after school tutoring Monday- Thursday for the core classes, Math, English, and Science. 

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

• 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.      
• Use your planner to keep track of assignments and due dates.  Have a study plan at home with the following guidelines:

• • Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed by phones, family activities, TV, or other distractions.
  • Plan on studying at least an hour each night.  Remember to not only do the written homework, but also complete reading assignments.
  • Review notes from lectures in your classes.
  • Take care of your health by getting enough sleep, participating in physical activity, eating good foods, and staying connected to friends, your parents, and school staff.  Be sure to communicate any physical, mental, or emotional health concerns with a trusted adult.
  • Take care of your personal hygiene by showering, wearing deodorant, and clean clothing each day.

  7.  What is the class change policy?

• 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.
• Students interested in making a class change should obtain a schedule change request form in the counseling office.  Students need a parent signature denoting approval of the change.
• Counselors and administration determine appropriateness of class change referring to reason, class size, and schedule disruption.  Priority goes to credit first, then required classes.
• Students will be informed as to whether or not the class change was approved or denied.

  8.  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 Aspire (SIS) Student/Parent area. If you have misplaced or did not receive that information, please call the counseling office at (435)833-1921. Accessing your student's grades and attendance on a daily or weekly basis is an excellent way to track their progress.    9. Junior High Requirements 7TH GRADE REQUIREMENTS   REQUIRED CLASSES

3201	Integrated Science 7	Full Year
4070	Language Arts 7	Full Year
5219	Mathematics 7	Full Year
6102	Utah Studies	Half Year
7600	Beginning Fitness	Half Year
8010	College and Career Awareness	Full Year
	Skills for Success	Full Year

8TH GRADE REQUIREMENTS   REQUIRED CLASSES:  

3240	Integrated Science	Full Year
4080	Language Arts 8	Full Year
5217	8th grade Mathematics	Full Year
6121/22	US History	Full Year
7100	Health	Half Year
8584	Digital Literacy	Half Year

For high school requirements please visit Tooele High School's website.  

Printable Job Shadow Agreement

7th Grade Students will be participating in a Job Shadow OFF campus.

Students will seek out a career they are interested in and make prior arrangements to shadow this career for a day. More information will be provided through their CCA teacher.  If you have any questions, please contact the counseling office, 435-833-1900 ext 2504.

What: Job Shadowing is an exploratory experience where students are with an adult worksite supervisor(s) for one school day at the worksite. These worksite supervisors provide an opportunity for students to experience the world of work and apply their education in a real world setting, which helps students understand the relevance of education through application.

When: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, every 7th grade student at Tooele Jr. High School, who are interested in doing a job shadow, arrange with the help of parents to spend the day with a worksite supervisor (parent, relative, or close neighbor) who is working in an area or related area that the student may be interested in. The district strongly recommends the student shadow a parent for this activity. Students not participating in a job shadow can complete an alternate assignment, see page 3.

Where: Students are responsible to contact a potential Job Shadow site and receive approval from an adult worksite supervisor at the worksite to visit as a Job Shadow activity. The job shadow worksite supervisor must be over 21, and have at least two years of experience in their career field.

Turn In your CCA teacher: Students are also responsible to have the Job Shadow Agreement signed and turn in to your CCA teacher by Friday, January 23, 2024 .

Transportation is the responsibility of the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the student.
Student Name:         

Job Shadow Site (Business Name):         

Business Address:         

Date of Shadow Experience:    January 28, 2026  

Worksite Supervisor Name:     

Worksite Supervisor Work Phone Number:     

Worksite Supervisor Job Title:      

School personnel will not have visited the business site, will not have met the worksite supervisor(s), will not be present when the student is at the site, will not supervise the visits, and will not be responsible for the safety and transportation of your student.
 
In order to take part in the Job Shadow experience, the student MUST:
●    Have this Job Shadow Agreement Form completed and signed by their parent(s) or guardian(s) & submitted to College and Career Awareness teacher before the day of the job shadow.
●    Have contacted their Job Shadow worksite supervisor (parent, relative, or close neighbor) to make arrangements and set-up times. The district strongly recommends the student shadow a parent for this activity.
●    Be prepared to complete a worksheet on what they learn at their job shadow and pre-activity materials in conjunction with their College and Career Awareness class.
●    Have parental transportation arranged.

Student job shadowing agrees to the following responsibilities:

●    Shows honesty, punctuality, a cooperative attitude and a willingness to learn
●    Conform to the rules and regulations of the site throughout the duration of the shadow experience
●    The student will follow the dress and conduct codes as agreed upon prior to the job shadow day
●    Complete the forms and job shadow packet assignments prior to experience
●    Complete the job shadow worksheet during or right after shadow experience
●    Participate in the job shadow.
The terms of this agreement are effective on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Either party can cancel this agreement at any time upon written notice to the other at least 30 hours prior to the shadow day.

Student Signature    

Date

Job Shadow Site and Supervisor agree to the following responsibilities:

The Job Shadow Site will provide an opportunity for the student to observe, and ask questions about the actual work an employee is required to accomplish in the course of a day. The Job Shadow Site will advise TJHS and the student of any dress code or special behavior prior to the shadow date.

In the event of injury or accident, the Job Shadow Site will provide immediate emergency care based on humanitarian considerations, and will promptly report the event to TCSD. TCSD will complete an accident report even though the accident did not occur on district property. The District Liability Insurance while at the Job Shadow Site covers district students participating in a job shadow as long as negligence is not an issue.

The terms of this agreement are effective on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Either party can cancel this agreement at any time upon written notice to the other at least 30 hours prior to the shadow day.

Worksite supervisor Signature    

Date
(Parent, Relative, or Close Neighbor)
 
Tooele School District Job Shadow/College/Career Exploration Day Agreement
ALTERNATE: In the event that a job shadow cannot be arranged, a student can complete one or more of the following and complete a 1-2 page summary of what you learn to be turned into your College & Career Awareness teacher. This can be completed at home on January 28. It is not a regular school day, as teachers will be involved in the Reality Town events. ALL 7th GRADE STUDENTS ARE EXCUSED FROM SCHOOL.

     Virtual or College Campus Tour
     Research Scholarships - Some Keys to Success (ktsutah.org), Tooele High School Counseling - Scholarship page
     Explore Pathways of Interest for High School
     Explore Technical Colleges, Job Corp, Military, etc. opportunities

I,_______________    , understand that my student,
    has been informed of the Job Shadow/College/Career Exploration Day. My student will be exploring future opportunities at home on that day in place of the Job Shadow experience.

Parent Signature    Date
In your report, please include the following: Which events did you complete?
What are your findings?
What can you do with the information you found?
 
Name     

Period    

Job Shadow/Interview Report

Who you are Job Shadowing:         Company:         Position:    

Questions to ask during your job shadow:

1.    What do you like most about this career?

2.    What do you like least about this career?

3.    What training/education is required to do this job?

4.    How did you learn about this career option?

5.    What are the tasks or duties of this career choice?

6.    What would be your typical working hours?

7.    Are there job opportunities in this career field for students?

8.    What is the most important thing you learned in this career?

9.    If you could be in a different business or profession than you are currently, what would it be and why?

10.    If you could give me one piece of advice, what would it be?

*Write a paragraph about what you have learned doing this job shadow. Is it a yes or no career for you?
 

988 Website

• NAMI Utah: Programs for Mental Health in Utah
• TCSD Social Services

• FinAid/Scholarships
• College Scholarships, Grades 8-12
• Unigo
• Fastweb
• Edvisors
• College Board
• Utah 4H
• Scholarships
• DAR contest

You might be surprised to learn that middle school/junior high is the best time to start applying for scholarships. Financing college expenses can take a lot of time and planning, so get started now!

Make sure to check specific deadline dates for each scholarship

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: DIAL 988

https://www.namiut.org/resources/suicide-prevention

Safe UT 
Emergency: 911        Non-Emergency Crisis (435) 882-5600

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline (800) 273 TALK (8255)
• Valley Behavioral Health of Tooele for children (435) 566-5927
• Salt Lake Behavioral Health: (801)264-6000
• Life's Worth Living Foundation:  Suicide, Loss, Grief support and Prevention (435)248-LIVE (5483)
• Mountain West Medical Center Emergency Room (435) 843-3601
• University of Utah neuropsychiatric Unit (801) 583-2500
• NAMI of Tooele: (435) 841-9903 

In order to successfully complete the College and Career Ready Student Portfolio, students must complete both Core and Supplemental requirements in four areas: Leadership, Academic, Career Readiness, and College Readiness.

Students can download a tracking sheet for the College and Career Ready Pathway to keep track of the portfolio requirements.
College and Career Ready Pathway Tracking Sheet (Printable)

 

 

College and Career Ready Student Portfolio Tracking Sheet

Student Information

• Student Name: __________________________

• ID #: __________________________

Leadership

Core – Complete ONE

• ☐ Be a leader/member in an organization, team, or club sponsored by Tooele Jr. High

• ☐ Service‑Learning Project Participation (4 hours)

Supplemental – Complete ONE

• ☐ Community Involvement (minimum 4 hours)

• ☐ Religious Service Projects

• ☐ Neighborhood Service Projects

• ☐ Youth Council (City)

• ☐ Care Center Service / Hospital

• ☐ School

• ☐ Other (approved by counselor ahead of time)

Academic Achievement

Core – Required

• ☐ Earn a GPA of 2.5 or higher at Tooele Junior High

Supplemental – Complete TWO

• ☐ Presentation / Skills Demonstration

• ☐ Writing Sample / Student Reflection

• ☐ Read a book (100 pages) and include a written summary

• ☐ Tutor another student (4 hours)

• ☐ Other (approved by counselor ahead of time)

Career Readiness

Core – Complete TWO

• ☐ Interview someone in a career in which you are interested

• ☐ Write a résumé

• ☐ Earn 25 points or more in Keys to Success

Supplemental – Complete TWO

• ☐ Participate in Job Shadow (7th Grade)

• ☐ Participate in Reality Town (8th Grade)

• ☐ Punctuality: no more than four tardies in a term OR Attendance: no more than three absences in a term

• ☐ Research one CTE Pathway from Tooele High School

• ☐ Fill out a mock job application

College Readiness

Core – Complete ONE

• ☐ Interview a teacher about the college they attended

• ☐ Do research/report on a college of your choice

• ☐ College tour (in‑person or virtual)

Supplemental – Complete TWO

• ☐ Attend Parent/Teacher Conference

• ☐ Hand in course request form for next year

• ☐ Attend your individual CCR with Counselor (7th)

• ☐ Attend the Group CCR with Counselor (8th)

• ☐ Talk to 10 teachers and find out which college they attended

Signatures

• Student Signature: __________________________

• Counselor Signature: __________________________

• Date Completed: __________________________

• Date Approved: __________________________

 

Requirements and documents necessary for each component of the Tooele Junior High School College and Career Ready Pathway are found in the links below. 

Math Tutoring

Time: 2:45–3:30 PM

Day	7th Grade	8th Grade
Monday	B. Larsen (Room 14)	I. Mills (Room 312)
Tuesday	B. Larsen (Room 14)	I. Mills (Room 312)
Wednesday	B. Larsen (Room 14)	I. Mills (Room 312)
Thursday	B. Larsen (Room 14)	I. Mills (Room 312)

Science Tutoring

Time: 2:45–3:30 PM

Day	7th Grade	8th Grade
Monday	N. Bittner (Room 300)	S. Crowe (Room 302)
Tuesday	N. Bittner (Room 300)	S. Crowe (Room 302)
Wednesday	N. Bittner (Room 300)	S. Crowe (Room 302)
Thursday	N. Bittner (Room 300)	S. Crowe (Room 302)

English Tutoring

Time: 2:45–3:30 PM

Day	7th Grade	8th Grade
Monday	B. Booth (Room 309)	B. Booth (Room 309)
Tuesday	R. Sullivan (Room 2)	R. Sullivan (Room 2)
Wednesday	B. Booth (Room 309)	B. Booth (Room 309)
Thursday	R. Sullivan (Room 2)	R. Sullivan (Room 2)

Yearly Calendar Printable

Yearly Counseling Calendar 2025–2026

August

• New Student Registration

• Back to School Night

• 7th Grade Individual PCCR Sign‑Up Information Sent

September

• Pathway Introduction

• Anti‑Bullying Presentation

• 7th Grade CCA Lessons

• 7th Grade Individual PCCR Meetings

• 8th Grade: Résumé / Common College Application

• Lunch & Learn – Criminal Justice (Sept. 11)

• Parent/Teacher Conferences

October

• 7th Grade Individual PCCR Meetings

• 8th Grade: Reality Town – Career Search / Future Goals

• Lunch & Learn – Graphic Arts (Oct. 9)

November

• 8th Grade Reality Town – Job Application

• 7th Grade – Ways to Pay for College

• Lunch & Learn – Cybersecurity (Nov. 13)

December

• College Week

• Stress Management Lessons (CCA)

• Lunch & Learn – Sports Medicine / Physical Therapy (Dec. 11)

January

• 8th Grade: Résumé / Common College Application

• Keys to Success – Paying for College: The Financial Aid Order of Operations

• Ambassador/Builders Elementary Visits

• Job Shadow / Reality Town (Jan. 28)

• 6th Grade Welcome Night (Jan. 28)

• Lunch & Learn – Fashion Apparel (Jan. 8)

February

• 8th Grade Group PCCR Meetings

• 7th Grade Course Requests

• 8th Grade Course Requests

• 9th Grade Arena Scheduling – THS Counselors

• Lunch & Learn – Agriculture / Natural Resources (Feb. 12)

March

• Lunch & Learn – Woods (March 12)

• March Madness

• Getting to Know You – 6th Grade

• Spring Break

April

• Spring Break

• Lunch & Learn – Hospitality / Tourism (April 9)

• CCR Pathways

May

• RISE Testing

• College Tour

• 8th Grade – Understanding GPA and How 1st Term 9th Grade Grades Affect High School GPA

• Awards Assembly

• Carnival

• Lunch & Learn – CAD Drafting