Parent Newsletter
Coming August 2025!
Current 2025 SHARP Survey Information
SHARP.utah.gov (Student Health and Risk Prevention Survey)
A voluntary survey helping communities and schools and what kids experience with substance use, relationships with friends, mental health and other things. This survey informs policy and programs.
Utah Legislative Session 2025
Attendance Questions
53G-6-201 (13) Definitions for Compulsory Education Defines what a "valid excuse" is for attendance. Updated July 2025. Additional information that coordinates with this. 53G-6-205. Approval absences.
Homeschooling Updates
HB 209 Changes the requirements for homeschooling requirements. Affidavits are no longer required. See HB 209.
Articles of Interest
"Utah leaders affirm commitment to school choice following court ruling." April 30, 2025 Article by State of Utah explaining school choice and more.
"How is Utah legislature supporting teachers in 2025?" May 6, 2025 Article by State of Utah explaining how the state is supporting teachers in various ways.
Education issues in the 2025 legislative session This is an overview of the 2025 legislative session through the lens of education.
Highlight on School Safety This is an official statement from the State of Utah addressing School Safety in the 2025 legislative session.
Utah State Board of Education Press Releases
Press Releases Provides the latest news about Utah schools as well as links to social media outlets used by the Utah State Board of Education.
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