Goal 1: Equitable Access and Inclusion 

SLCSD will ensure unobstructed entry, involvement, and engagement of all learners in school programs and activities. 

Objective 1.1: Students will have access to all levels of academic programs throughout their K-12 experience, including advanced academic courses and other educational opportunities. To achieve this, schools will build supportive structures, eliminate barriers that obstruct student access, and collaborate with other schools on behalf of students. 

• By 2029 
  • 10% achievement gap between subgroups
  • 90% of high school students will meet college/career readiness benchmarks before graduation.
  • 80% of students will participate in school transition activities.

Objective 1.2: Schools will provide opportunities for students to fully engage in enrichment and extracurricular programs and activities through the elimination of barriers. 

• By 2029
  • 15% increase in participation rates in extra-curricular activities, athletics, clubs, and student voice initiatives
  • 15% increase in student participation in leadership opportunities and activities
  • 100% of schools will provide no-cost or low-cost options for extracurricular programs
  • 50% of students participating in at least one enrichment or extracurricular activity by grade band (elementary, middle, high school)
  • 100% of Title I schools will provide student transportation for extracurricular activities.

Objective 1.3:  Schools will implement data-informed, culturally responsive engagement strategies that foster strong relationships, inclusive learning environments, and consistent student attendance, resulting in a measurable reduction in chronic absenteeism across all student groups.

Board Goal: SLCSD will increase student engagement and reduce chronic absenteeism.

• By 2029 
  • Reduce chronic absenteeism from 28% to 10%
  • 100% of schools will have attendance incentive programs.
  • Fully integrate community partnerships, including transportation solutions, health services, and housing support, to address socio-economic barriers to attendance
  • 100% of schools will implement MTSS, PBIS, and bullying plans.
  • 55% of schools will achieve high Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) fidelity; 90% meet Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS) implementation benchmarks.
  • Reach 90% participation among families and community members in ongoing attendance initiatives
  • 100% of schools will communicate absenteeism data to stakeholders on a quarterly basis.

Goal 2: Equitable Treatment 

SLCSD will encourage individuals to interact in ways that are accepting, valuing, respectful, supportive, safe, and secure, resulting in students feeling confident in their pursuit of learning without fear of threat, humiliation, danger, or disregard. 

Objective 2.1: Students will be taught in excellent and equitable learning environments where dignity is upheld in all aspects of their educational experience. This includes ensuring students’ basic needs are met and that every student feels physically safe, mentally supported, and connected to a culture of belonging and mutual respect. 

• By 2029 
  • Increased student sense of belonging and safety, indicated by 85% positive rating on the school climate survey
  • 20% decrease in the number of bullying and harassment incidents
  • 15% increase in students accessing MTSS supports
  • 100% staff engagement in dignity training and reflection protocols 
  • 100% school assessment of classroom and schoolwide culture using dignity-based indicators (e.g., mutual respect, listening across differences, recognition of identity) 

Objective 2.2: Students will be provided with safe learning environments through Salt Lake City School District, ensuring consistent and timely responses to student conduct and discipline issues.

• By 2029 
  • 100% of schools will implement threat assessment teams. 
  • 100% of school administrators will be CSTAG trained.
  • At least two district staff members will be able to provide CSTAG training at any time.

Objective 2.3: Students will be supported by the district Safe Schools team through timely, efficient responses to all district-level Safe Schools referrals and supported by a postvention system that ensures a seamless transition back to an appropriate educational setting.

• By 2029 
  • 100% of district-level Safe Schools referrals will be resolved within 10 school days (from notification of student placement), except in extenuating circumstances.
  • 100% of students transitioning from an alternative program will engage in a formal transition meeting involving relevant stakeholders.
  • Recidivism will decrease to five or fewer students per year.

Goal 1: Develop Civic-Ready and Thoughtful Citizens  

SLCSD will provide students with educational experiences that support the development of thoughtful, well-rounded, and civic-ready individuals. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions and contribute positively to their communities. 

Objective 1.1: Students will develop and demonstrate civic awareness and competencies.   

• By 2029 
  • 50% of students will complete the Seal of Civic Readiness.

Goal 2: Increase Academic Achievement and Equity  

SLCSD will increase opportunities and address achievement gaps using district-approved materials, technology, and resources to teach the Utah Core Standards on grade level, ensuring continuity and fidelity across schools and grade levels. 

Objective 2.1: Increase student academic conversation and literacy development to support content understanding

• By 2029 
  • Observational data will record productive academic conversation in 50% of the class period.

Objective 2.2: Improve grade-level proficiency in core content areas (ELA, Math, Science) aligned with Utah Core Standards or Utah Dynamic Learning Maps

Board Goal: Seventy percent of students will show literacy proficiency in 3rd, 8th, and 10th grades. 

• By 2029 
  • 70% of students will show literacy proficiency on district and state end-of-year assessments in 3rd, 8th, and 10th grades.
  • 65% of students will demonstrate growth and proficiency on district and state assessments.

Objective 2.3: Support English Language Learners in gaining English proficiency and exiting the English Language Development program on target

• By 2029 
  • 65% of students will meet annual growth targets and demonstrate proficiency on the WIDA ACCESS within five years of enrollment in SLCSD.

Objective 2.4: Enhance technology integration knowledge and skills among students and teachers to support effective instruction and learning

• By 2029 
  • Integrated use of technology in teaching and learning will be observed in all classrooms.

Goal 3: Connect Learning to Real-World Experiences  

Salt Lake City School District will broaden students’ academic, social, and emotional capacity by connecting school learning to real-world experiences and applications.  

Objective 3.1: Increase school readiness among district PreK students to ensure successful transitions into kindergarten

• By 2029 
  • Students participating in the district’s Early Childhood PreK program will demonstrate academic and social readiness entering kindergarten.

Objective 3.2: Expand access to innovative in-school and community-based learning, providing students with multiple ways to demonstrate their knowledge and skills  

• By 2029 
  • Students will participate in place-based learning at least once a year.  

Objective 3.3: Prepare middle and high school students to explore and engage in early college and career pathways, demonstrating readiness for post-secondary success

• By 2029 
  • 75% of students will complete at least two credits of advanced or Career and Technical Education (CTE) coursework.  

Objective 3.4: Schools will provide students with educational opportunities that deliver college and career pathway learning experiences.  

Board Goal: All students will be on a career or college pathway by 2029.

• By 2029 
  • 100% of students on a career/college pathway
  • Ensure all students who go to college also have a stackable credential 
  • 30% of students will participate in an apprenticeship or will earn a pre-apprenticeship credential of value
  • 50% of students will be pathway completers (take 3.0 credits in a pathway).
  • 75% of students will be pathway concentrators (take 2.0 credits in a pathway).
  • 20% of students in grades 9-12 will participate in a concurrent enrollment class.

Goal 1: Family Partnerships and Engagement in Education 

SLCSD will ensure all families are valued, respected, and treated as partners in designing the educational experiences of their children. 

Objective 1.1: Parents will experience meaningful school interactions and increased involvement as a result of improved family and school partnerships. 

• By 2029: 
  • Increase parent participation in schools by increasing parent membership on school community councils and PTA/PTO and by increasing the number of parents volunteering in our schools
  • Increase the percentage of students who had one or more parent(s)/guardian(s) attend SEPs

Goal 2: Community Partnerships 

SLCSD will build and nurture relationships with community partners to elevate student achievement. The district values the contributions of community members, leaders, and business partners in supporting student success. 

Objective 2.1: Students and families will be provided with the critical resources needed for students to focus on learning. 

• By 2029: 
  • Increase the number of partnerships with local businesses and community organizations 
  • Expand student use of health-related resources offered by the district and Salt Lake Education Foundation (SLEF) as a tool to reduce chronic absenteeism
  • Increase family participation and attendance at district/SLEF-sponsored health fairs
  • Increase the number of families who participate in community learning center (CLC) programs  and resources
  • Increase the number of CLC-hosted health fairs in collaboration with community partners by 10% 

Goal 3: Public Perception and Connections 

SLCSD will maintain positive relationships with students, families, community members, elected officials, and community leaders; and will work to elevate the public’s perception of the district as a valuable partner and as a team of influential educational experts. 

Objective 3.1: Students, families, and community members will feel more connected to the district and informed about district programs, achievements, and operations. 

• By 2029: 
  • Stakeholders will report increased trust in the district and an increase in awareness of district happenings as measured through a community survey in 2029. 
  • SLCSD will increase the number of news media stories about positive accomplishments of district employees and students as compared to baseline data from 2024 surveys/focus groups. 
  • SLCSD will establish partnerships with community organizations to increase the reach of the messaging as compared to baseline established in 2024-25 school year. 

Goal 1: Safe and Efficient Facilities 

SLCSD will provide schools that are safe, secure, and welcoming. This encompasses effective design, to ensure there are secure entrances and warm and inviting interiors. The district creates spaces to encourage collaboration and facilitate instruction based on best practices. 

Objective 1.1: Schools will be constructed and maintained based on the following criteria: life and safety, building integrity, and instructional needs. 

• By 2029: 
  • Complete a long-term facilities maintenance plan 
  • Reduce the current deferred maintenance backlog of $29 million by at least 30% while growing Capital Budget for future major capital projects 
  • 100% of new construction of district buildings will have gender neutral restroom

Objective 1.2: Staff members will continue their work to achieve the goals outlined in the district’s Sustainability Action Plan. 

• By 2029: 
  • Make significant progress toward using clean, renewable energy in the electricity sector
  • Decrease the district’s carbon footprint by 25%
  • Decrease the district’s water consumption by 50,000,000 gallons

Goal 2: Highly Qualified Staff 

SLCSD will staff our schools with well-trained and capable employees ready to provide exemplary learning environments for all students and respond to evolving district needs. 

Objective 2.1: All students will have access to qualified, experienced, and culturally competent educational personnel. 

• By 2029 
  • 75% of the district’s Grow Your Own program participants will obtain licensure and accept employment with SLCSD as licensed educators.  
  • Student enrollment in the Teaching as a Profession pathway will increase by 200% based on 2024 baseline.
  • The Human Resource Services department will reduce the time it takes to fill open positions by 30% (based on 2024 baseline data).