Utah students earn high ranks on AP exams

More students are taking AP tests in Utah. Students in Utah are also passing the AP tests at a rate 6% higher than the national average. Click here for the full story.

All Day Kindergarten?

More Utah Schools are pushing for the academic gains that come with all day kindergarten enrollment. Research is debating on how long the academic gains last. Funding the full day enrollment is also a challenge. Click here for the full story.

Utah Beats National ACT Average

The number of students taking the ACT in Utah is increasing and even with these increasing numbers, Utah still outperforms national average. The average Utah score is 21.8 and the national average is 21.1. The test is scored out of a possible 36. However, only 25% of students are ready for college level courses. Utah's lowest scores are in mathematics and science. Click here for the full story.

More Year Round Schools?

With Utah's tight budget, year round schooling cuts the need for more buildings. Opponents to year round schools sight several negatives including family scheduling, extra curricular activities, and enrichment. Click here for the full story.

Land exchange to bring money to Utah education

This article discusses one way Utah schools will be gaining money in the future.

Utah still ranked last in nation for per student spending

Utah's lowest per student spending gap continues to increase. This article discusses if that means lower quality education in Utah or not.

Nebo School District Bond Passes

Voters narrowly approved the Nebo School District Bond that will build 7 new schools for the growing Nebo District. Click here for the full story.