Dear Salt Lake City School District community,

I am deeply grateful for the strength and care of our Salt Lake City School District community. In tragic moments like last week’s shooting, I am reminded how fortunate we are to be surrounded by educators, counselors, families, and neighbors who show up for one another with compassion and professionalism.

I would like to extend special thanks to our teachers, staff, and school counselors. Their daily work goes far beyond academics. They create safe, supportive spaces where students are seen, heard, and cared for.

During challenging times, kindness and connection matter more than ever. I encourage us all, as neighbors, parents, and community members, to look out for one another, to listen with empathy, to treat each other with dignity, and to offer care when it is needed. Our strength as a community comes from the way we support each other, especially when things feel difficult.

Thank you for your continued partnership and trust. Together, we will continue to care for our students and one another with compassion and understanding.

With gratitude and care,

Elizabeth Grant, Ph.D.

Superintendent

Salt Lake City School District

The district’s Business Office recently earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This is the 48th consecutive year the district has received this recognition from the Government Finance Officers Association. Salt Lake City School District has earned this award longer than any other government agency in the state, reflecting our strong financial stewardship and leadership.

The district has also been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO). This honor recognizes school districts that uphold the highest standards of financial reporting and transparency. The district has earned this award for 46 consecutive years.

Did you know Salt Lake City School District leads the state in the number of apprenticeship opportunities for students?

Applications are now open for the TRAC (Talent Ready Apprenticeship Connection) Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program for the 2026–2027 school year. Students can apply in their junior year. If they are selected, they start working as apprentices during their senior year, spending half their time taking high school classes and the other half learning on-the-job skills while getting paid . The apprenticeship continues for two more years as students continue working and earn an associate degree, paid for by our partner companies, at Salt Lake Community College.

Students and families are encouraged to learn more at the Parent & Guardian Information Night on Thursday, January 22, from 6:00–7:30 PM at Stadler Rail. 

Last week, the Board of Education approved the district calendars for the 2026-27, 2027-28, and 2028-29 school years. As part of the calendar process, three options for each year were created, sent out to schools for review by employees and school community councils, and then schools voted for their favorite option. The board reviewed those votes and then approved the calendars with the most votes.

To find the printable calendars in English, go to the Calendars webpage, scroll down to “Printable Calendars,” and click on the year you want to see. (We will have PDFs available soon in other languages spoken by SLCSD families and will send another email once those translations have been uploaded.)