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2020 Legislative Session Summary

March 2020Granite Schools

Photo of Utah State Capitol

More than 80 bills pertaining to public education were introduced during the 2020 session of the Utah Legislature. Topics ranged from finances and budgets to school meals and concurrent enrollment. You can view the full slate of public education bills, including those that did not pass, on ...

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Matheson Jr. High brothers invited to meet with Governor Herbert

March 2016Granite Schools

Photo of two Matheson Jr High students speaking with Utah governor

When Matheson Jr. High English teacher Vicki Rasely challenged her students to create a project detailing what they want in their future, two brothers went full steam to learn about their interests. Tristen and Trevor Tharp both aspire to hold public office some day. After receiving their project ...

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GSD artist wins 3rd place in Utah Senate Visual Arts Competition

February 2016Granite Schools

Photo of winning entry in Utah Senate Visual Arts Competition

Three Granite School District students were awarded scholarships by the Utah Senate to celebrate their participation in a statewide arts contest. Students were invited to submit artwork with images of the architectural features of the Utah State Capitol in celebration of the 100th anniversary of ...

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Olympus student wins Senate art competition, will have piece permanently on display

February 2015Granite Schools

Photo of Alyssa Bowman with artwork

  Alyssa Bowman’s framed watercolor painting “Capitol Hill” will have an enduring legacy inside the very building depicted on the canvas. As the first place winner of the Senate Visual Arts Scholarship Competition, Alyssa’s remarkable painting will have a permanent place in the Utah ...

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Five GSD students awarded Comcast Leader & Achiever scholarships

May 2014Granite Schools

Thirty-six high school seniors, including five from Granite School District, received scholarships from Comcast Wednesday for their exceptional leadership qualities and academic achievement. The annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership in ...

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GSD high school students spend day at the Capitol with Utah elected officials

March 2014Granite Schools

Students from seven high schools in Granite School District traveled to the Utah State Capitol for an opportunity to meet face-to-face with some of Utah’s most prominent elected officials. The ‘A Day at the Capitol’ event allowed students to learn about and discuss the role of government with local ...

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Education-related bills passed during 2014 legislative session

March 2014Granite Schools

Hundreds of bills circled through the Utah Legislature during the 2014 General Session; many of which impact public schools. Here are a few noteworthy bills that were passed during the session: SB131 Allows school community councils to use LAND Trust Program money to participate in a student ...

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Student “Clean Air” projects featured at Utah Capitol

March 2014Granite Schools

Granite School District students lent their voices about Utah’s air quality issues in the form of art, literature, and video projects during the Students Who Care about Air Anti-Idling Competition. The contest was initiated by state Rep. Patrice Arent, who was inspired by Luke Parker – a Upland ...

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Governor Herbert speaks candidly with Evergreen Jr. High students

January 2014Granite Schools

A group of Evergreen Junior High students were treated like dignitaries during a tour of the magnificent Utah Capitol building, which included a special visit with Governor Gary Herbert. Susan Root’s 7th and 8th grade social studies honors pupils were privileged to learn about Herbert’s life and ...

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