K-12: Utah Public Schools

You can submit short stories, poetry, or creative nonfiction. This is a great opportunity to build confidence and take a step toward becoming an author. Deadline: April 8, 2026

Do you love to write? The Peregrine Prize for Young Writers is now open for students ages 8–18. This competition, supported by the City of Oxford and students at the University of Oxford, gives young writers a chance to share their writing. Apply here: tinyurl.com/5f9e2dvm

Superintendent Molly Hart visited Ashley Elementary School recently to recognize Utah Teacher of the Year finalist MarKay Anderson, spend time in her classroom and see student learning in action!

Superintendent Molly Hart visited Skyridge High School in Lehi to recognize Utah Teacher of the Year finalist Aaron Andersen and observe his Chinese concurrent enrollment students in action. @alpineschools

If you are an educator, parent or part of a school community, USBE wants to hear from the public about the proposed American Constitutional Government and Citizenship standards. Take the survey here: tinyurl.com/bddwcum3 If you have questions: tinyurl.com/2s4tvxx7

honors those who help improve education in creative and meaningful ways. Matt Winters has helped schools use technology safely and wisely as he works hard to support students and teachers across Utah. Join us in saying congratulations to Matt for this well-deserved honor!

We are recognizing USBE's AI Education Specialist Matt Winters for winning Utah’s 2026 Making IT Happen Award! This award, given by the Utah Coalition for Education Technology as part of the International Society for Technology in Education...

• Approved the release of the draft American Constitutional Government and Citizenship Standards for a 30-day public review period. For more in-depth information on this month's board meeting, visit our website! tinyurl.com/284f3x7w

Here’s a quick recap of what USBE's talked about at our March board meeting: • Approved a new audit prioritization plan to add 3 new audits. • Updated the AI in Education Framework to reflect changes happening with artificial intelligence in education...

Congratulations to Kim Pickett at Lincoln Elementary in Ogden for being recognized for her incredible work in implementing the science of reading in her kindergarten classroom.  Thank you for empowering your students to become confident, lifelong readers.

Congratulations to Shari Smith and Kristine Bowman for being recognized for their incredible work at Leadership Learning Academy in Ogden! Their dedication to implementing the Science of Reading is changing the game for literacy and setting their students up for lifelong success.

Congratulations to Delaney Jundt and Vicki Barlow at Wasatch Elementary in Ogden School District for being recognized as Science of Reading Educators.  Thank you for bringing research-backed strategies into the classroom and empowering their students with the gift of literacy!

Don't forget schools can now apply for first-time recognition as a Purple Star School! Applications must be submitted by March 30, 2026 and should include detailed, complete descriptions of how your school supports military families. Apply here: tinyurl.com/3kpfvzu7

School leaders and administrators, don't forget to attend USBE’s FREE Every Day Counts Webinar Series! This session will discuss how family and community engagement connects to attendance, review interventions such as truancy mediation or DCFS, and more. tinyurl.com/48trtkvu

Today we’re celebrating the incredible employees at USBE. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment help support schools, educators, and students across the state. Thank you for the time, care, and passion you bring to serving Utah’s students and education communities.

¿Sabía que los estudiantes de noveno grado con una asistencia escolar alta tienen hasta cuatro veces más de probabilidades de graduarse que aquellos que faltan con frecuencia? Trabajemos como equipo para garantizar que cada estudiante asista a clase todos los días.

It takes a community to support student success. When schools and families work together, we can break down barriers to attendance. Did you know, 9th graders with high attendance are up to 4x more likely to graduate? Let’s work to ensure every student is in class, every day!

A special highlight of the night was community storyteller Sunny Dooley, who shared stories and spoke to the power of literacy in personal and cultural growth. This event was held in partnership with USBE, the Clark and Christine Ivory Foundation, and Ken Garff for Good.

Families from San Juan County came together on February 11, at Tse'Bii'Nidzisgai Elementary for a Regional Literacy Night centered on Empowering Families and Strengthening Literacy. Parents left with practical tips and take-home ideas while children enjoyed literacy activities.