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Overview of the Parent Portal
Utah’s Constitution and laws respect parents’ primary role in the education of their children. The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) deeply appreciates the trust that parents have placed in Utah’s public education system and is committed to supporting them in this critical mission.
This Parent Portal outlines the basic structure of Utah’s public education system, some of the rights of parents regarding their children’s education, and opportunities to engage with and support your schools at the state and local levels. Participation at the local level is the most effective way for parents to ensure that their voices are heard, and that their concerns are addressed. USBE welcomes and encourages participation of parents and community members from all backgrounds.
Recent research has also emphasized effective family engagement as a key component of school transformation and improvement efforts, as well as student success. Students with highly engaged families:
- Attend school regularly
- Have stronger social skills
- Earn higher grades
- Graduate from high school
- Go on to college or other postsecondary programs
We hope that this Parent Portal helps you stay connected with, and better understand and support your child’s education. Much of the information is listed by subject under the "Resources" tab.
Cassie Hays, M. Ed.
Parent Liaison and Engagement Education Specialist
Utah State Board of Education
cassie.hays@schools.utah.gov
801-538-7845
Reporting a Concern
Learn how the reporting process works.
If you would like to report a concern (e.g., misuse of assets, funds, or resources; non-compliance with regulations, policies or rules; fraud, waste, abuse or unethical behavior) please contact the Internal Audit Department in one of the following ways:
- Fill out the Report a Concern Form.
- E-mail us at audit@schools.utah.gov
- Call the dedicated phone number (801) 538-7813 (if we do not answer, please leave a message and we will return your call within 72 hours)
- Mail a concern to:
- Utah State Board of Education
Internal Audit Department
Attention: Debbie Davis
PO Box 144200
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4200
- Utah State Board of Education
- Schedule an appointment to share your concern in person by emailing audit@schools.utah.gov.
Language Assistance
For translation in reading any page of this website, please utilize the language assistance "Translate" drop down feature at the top right corner of the Utah State Board of Education website.
Student Privacy and Parent Rights
As a parent in Utah, you have specific data privacy rights related to your child's educational records and information. These rights are protected by federal and state laws, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Utah state regulations.
Utah Code Student Privacy and Data Protection
R277-615 Board Rule Procedures for Searching Student
R277-487 Board Rule School Data Confidentiality and Disclosure
Resources
USBE School Comparison Information
Utah Fits All Scholarship Program
Parent Guides to Student Success
Utah State Board of Education Teaching and Learning
Accessibility, Accommodations and Alternative Assessment
Procedural Safeguards Notice 2023 for Parents and Students
Rules and Laws
Utah State Board of Education Special Education Rules (June 2023)
R277-104 Board Rule Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Complaint Procedure
R277-750 Board Rule Education Programs for Students with Disabilities
R277-800 Utah Schools for Deaf and Blind
R277-626 Special Needs Opportunity Scholarship
Utah Code Special Education (53E-7)
Accelerated Programs
R277-707 Board Rule Enhancement for Accelerated Students
Adult Education
R277-733 Board Rule Adult Education
At-Risk
R277-708 Board Rule Enhancement for At-Risk Students
Dual Enrollment
R277-438 Board Rule Dual Enrollment
Extra-Curricular Involvement
Flexibility in Education
Guide to Education Flexibility in Utah
Home Schooling
Utah Code 53G-6-204. School-age children exempt from school attendance
Special Education Rules in regard to Home School (see page. 172)
Utah Home Education Association (UHEA)
Online Education
Statewide Online Education Program
R277-726 Board Rule Statewide Online Education Program
Utah Code-State Online Education (53F-4-3)
Utah Fits All Scholarship
Work-based Programs
Least Restrictive Behavioral Interventions (LRBI) A guide for behaviors in schools.
R277-608 Board Rule Prohibition of Corporal Punishment
R277-607 Board Rule Absenteeism and Truancy Prevention
Utah Code Discipline and Safety (53G-8)
Utah Code Truancy -- Notice of truancy -- Failure to cooperate with school authorities (53G-6-203)
For translation of all written articles found on the Utah State Board of Education website, click on the "translate" drop down menu in the far upper left-hand corner in the blue header bar.
English Learners, Immigrants and Refugees (Title III)
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Graduation and Requirements for: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Parent Guides to Student Success
Utah Code Curriculum Participation and Requirements (53G-10)
HB 427 Individual Freedom In Public Education
Utah Senate Bill 114 Public School Curriculum Requirements (parents right to approve curriculum)
R277-720 Board Rule Reimbursement Program for Early Graduation from Competency-Based Education
R277-468 Board Rule Parents Review of Public Education Curriculum and Review of Complaint Process
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) General Guidance
Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
Utah Code of Parental Rights (53G-6-8)
Utah Senate Bill 114 Public School Curriculum Requirements (parents right to approve curriculum)
Utah Code Student Privacy and Data Protection (53E-9)
R277-615 Board Rule Procedures for Searching Student
R277-487 Board Rule School Data Confidentiality and Disclosure
Emergency Preparedness Planning Guide for Utah Public Schools
Child Sexual Abuse and Human Trafficking Prevention
Minimum Guidelines Expectation for Human Trafficking for Parents and Guardians
Rule and Laws
Utah Code Discipline and Safety (53G-8)
Utah Code Bullying and Hazing (53G-9-6)
R277-400 Board Rule School Facility Emergency and Safety
R277-714 Board Rule Unsafe School Choice Option
R277-630 Board Rule Child Sex Abuse and Human Trafficking Prevention Training and Instructions
Accessibility, Accommodations and Alternative Assessment
Procedural Safeguards Notice 2023 for Parents and Students
Rules and Laws
Utah State Board of Education Special Education Rules (June 2023)
R277-104 Board Rule Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Complaint Procedure
R277-750 Board Rule Education Programs for Students with Disabilities
R277-800 Utah Schools for Deaf and Blind
English Learners, Immigrants and Refugees (Title III)
The ESEA provides federal funding for education programs including:
- Title I, Part A: Improving Basic Programs Operated by Local Educational Agencies
- Title I, Part C: Migrant Education
- Title I, Part D: Neglected and Delinquent
- Title II, Preparing, Training, and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals
- Title III, Services for English Learners
- Title IV, Part A: Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant
- Title IV, Part B: 21st Century Community Learning Centers
- Title VI, American Indian Education
- Title VII, Part B: McKinney-Vento Homeless Education
R277-316 Board Rule Professional Standards and Training for Non-licensed Employees and Volunteers
See Coaching and Athletics
USBE Website Map https://www.schools.utah.gov/ and then go to Departments.