AMERICA250
Celebrating 250 Years of Independence
Utah is proud to join the national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary! We invite students across the state to share their perspective on what America means to them today by exploring the foundational principles of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.
National America250 Main Website
Utah's America250 Main Website Page
USBE's America250 Main Website Page
Website link for Utah State competition submissions
Parent Newsletters
2026/2026 Summer/Fall Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter Vol.1
2026/2026 Winter/Spring Parent and Family Engagement Newsletter Vol. 2
Upcoming Utah 2026 Legislative Session!
January 20, 2026 First day of the annual General Session.
March 6, 2026 Last day of the annual General Session (45 total days, excluding state and federal holidays)
May 6, 2026 Normal effective date for bills
Committees Relating to Education:
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- Education Interim Committee
- Higher Education Appropriations committee
- House Education Committee
- Public Education Appropriations committee
- Senate Education Committee
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Stay tuned in for updates!
Family and Parent Newsletters
First Annual Family Engagement Newsletter Volume 1 Fall 2025
Parent Portal Introduction Flyer September 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 stance use, relationships with friends, mental health and other things. This survey informs policy and programs.
Utah Legislative Session Results 2026
Coming Soon!
Articles of Interest
2025 Trends in K-12 Education By Hanover Research "Hanover Research’s 2025 Trends in K-12 Education report highlights six emerging trends that our experts believe education leaders are grappling with in 2025."
"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.
Updated Strategic Plan September 2025
Utah State Board of Education Strategic Plan
1. Elevate Student Learning
2. Promote educator quality and effectiveness
3. Optimize oversight and accountability
Blue Ribbon Schools
Rvsd. 2/9/26