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The School Children’s Trust Section at the Utah State Board of Education provides these training materials to assist in the training of School Community Councils and Charter Trustland Councils.
Fall 2022 Council Chair Training Recording
Recommended Timeline for School Community Councils
Recommended Timeline for Charter Trustland Councils
5 Tips for Helpful Rules of Order & Procedure
Extended Rules of Order & Procedure Training
Rules of Order & Procedure Templates (PDF)
This past Fall, the Utah State Board of Education updated its rule requiring council member signatures (R277-477-3). Previously, the form was created and maintained at the state level through the School Land Trust website. Now, districts and charters are required to design and distribute their own signature pages. Signatures may be collected on paper or digitally and copies should be provided to LEA leadership prior to approving the School LAND Trust Plans. This revised rule should allow for greater flexibility and a more meaningful, local process for parents to provide LEAs with feedback.
Information about Updated Council Signature Rule
Updated Council Signature Rule Video
Updated Council Signature Rule Video (Spanish)
If your school receives School Land Trust funds, your school website should provide your community valuable information about your council and your LAND Trust Plan. These resources will help you to understand what is expected and how compliance is monitored.
School Website Requirements Video
Extended Website Training Video
School Website Checklist for School Leaders & Council Chairs
School Website Compliance Monitoring Form for SCT Office
Upcoming Plan Training for School Leaders
Upcoming Plan Training for Council Members
Example Elementary School Plan
Information about Updated Council Signature Rule
Updated Council Signature Rule Video
Updated Council Signature Rule Video (Spanish)
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