This Utah city is quickly attracting Venezuelan migrants, creating a challenge for schools

With many Venezuelan families drawn to the community, often by word-of-mouth, there’s been rapid change.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Nichole Moore, a third grade teacher at Aspen Elementary School in South Jordan, helps Nicolas Perez, 8, from Peru, with his schoolwork on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. The Jordan School District has seen an influx of migrant students, and is working with the community to support newcomers and their families.

This Utah city is quickly attracting Venezuelan migrants, creating a challenge for schools

With many Venezuelan families drawn to the community, often by word-of-mouth, there’s been rapid change.

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