I have had the pleasure on numerous occasions to speak to University students within their educational departments throughout the State of Utah. Without exception, the overriding concern they share is the availability of employment opportunities. Many, many times I have been asked if we ever hire new teachers. It has been interesting to watch their reactions when I inform them that we have hired well over one hundred new teachers for the past three years. They then mention they have heard rumors that we have imposed a hiring freeze. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is accurate that prior to these years, we have hired slightly more teachers, but the demand for new teachers is still great. This past year we also hired over one hundred classified employees.
"Weber School District is committed to provide educational experiences which motivate each student to become a lifelong learner, attain academic and personal potential, and enter the workforce with the necessary skills." This mission statement is our number one priority but it is noteworthy that in addition to providing academic excellence, we are also the second largest employer in Weber County, the first being the IRS. We have over thirty-three hundred caring employees that contribute a great deal to the community and economy of Weber County.
Thanks to all.