Granite School District (GSD) has a specific process that is followed for any population analysis study. Population analysis studies are conducted in areas where student population numbers have changed significantly. The study process allows for a full year of community input before a decision is made to adjust school boundaries, consolidate schools or close a school.
What is a population analysis study?
Start
December-February
Every year, the Population Analysis Committee (PAC) gathers ideas, suggestions, information, and feedback from schools and communities for possible studies related to school boundaries and student populations.
Potential Studies
February
The PAC presents a list of potential population analysis studies to the Board of Education. The Board approves or rejects the list.
February-May
Representatives from the PAC meet with school community councils and host community meetings to study needs and the impacts of potential changes. Public input on study areas is solicited and multiple solutions are explored.
June-July
The PAC presents an initial written report to the Board of Education. This report includes the PAC’s findings and includes preliminary recommendations for potential solutions. The PAC will provide appropriate notice to the impacted communities.
Input from Board
August
Potential solutions are refined based on input from the Board of Education. An initial report is publicized and public comment is solicited.
September
The PAC hosts public open house meetings. All public comments are gathered and finalized.
Feedback for Final Recommendations
October-November
The PAC presents a final plan to the board in a public hearing during a Board of Education meeting. The final plan is either adopted , modified or rejected by the board over the course of two readings.
Finish
Any approved boundary change, school consolidation or school closure is implemented on a timeline specific to the needs of affected schools and communities.
The Granite School District Boundary Study Process is in compliance with Utah State Code 53G-4-402.
Granite School District Board Policy on Annual Student Population Analysis Studies
Next Steps: 2022 Population Analysis Studies
Information about this year’s studies can be found here:
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