Kauri Sue Hamilton School

The Kauri Sue Hamilton School (KSHS) is a center-based school in Jordan School District dedicated to serving students ages 5–22 with significant multiple disabilities. Our school was founded on the generosity of Cletus and Sharon Hamilton, who donated the land in gratitude for the education their daughter, Kauri Sue, received. KSHS opened on August 26, 2009, with approximately 150 students who formerly attended Jordan Valley School. Today, we serve students in kindergarten through post-high school, with close to 300 students currently enrolled. Kauri Sue continues to inspire staff and students, reminding us of the legacy of compassion and excellence at the heart of our school.

KSHS provides a supportive, individualized learning environment, offering a rich continuum of services and therapies. Each classroom is led by certified special education teachers and supported by instructional assistants and a multidisciplinary team, including speech-language pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, music therapists, nurses, behavioral specialists, and more. Our facility features a swimming pool, therapy rooms, multi-sensory spaces, and specialized areas to ensure every student’s needs are met.

Beyond academics, our programs include adapted physical education, swimming, music, vocational training, home living skills, and community integration. We also house the district's Audiology Team.

At KSHS, we believe every moment is an opportunity for learning and growth. Our mission is to maximize student achievement, foster communication and independence, nurture creativity, and improve quality of life for every child and their family.

We celebrate every step forward—no matter how small—and build lasting relationships that help our students thrive at school, at home, and in the community.