Wasatch County School District Board of Education Study Session, June 16, 2026 at 5:00 P.M.

The Wasatch County School District Board of Education held a study session on June 16, 2026, focused primarily on budget planning and compliance with public hearing notice laws. The board discussed the timeline and legal requirements for public notice of the budget hearing, confirming that all notices were properly posted at least 10 days in advance. They also deliberated on tabling the budget adoption vote to allow additional community input. The budget presentation highlighted an $11 million increase in the general fund expenditures, mostly allocated to teacher salaries and benefits, reflecting community priorities to invest in high-quality educators and maintain two comprehensive high schools. The board reviewed staffing changes related to splitting one high school into two, including the addition of eight and a half teaching positions and other support staff, while managing enrollment trends and budget constraints. They also addressed the food service fund deficit and strategies to reduce costs without layoffs. Construction costs for new facilities were reported to be on or under budget, supplemented by lease revenue bonds and capital funds. Special education funding and health insurance premium increases were noted as ongoing budget challenges. Overall, the board emphasized transparency, legal compliance, and responsiveness to community concerns in their budget and staffing decisions.