Annual Report 2021 Utah State Board of Education schools.utah.gov USBE Annual Report 2021 2 USBE Annual Report 2021 250 East 500 South P.O. Box 144200 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4200 Sydnee Dickson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction www.schools.utah.gov 3 USBE Annual Report 2021 Table of Contents Letter from State Superintendent Sydnee Dickson 8 USBE’s Strategic Plan 9 Utah Talent MAP: Portrait of a Graduate 9 Utah State Board Members 17 USBE Superintendency 19 USBE Organizational Chart 20 Utah’s Covid-19 Education Response 21 Public Education Budget 30 Core Functions 34 Academic Standards & Assessment 36 Academic Areas 40 Career and Technical Education 52 Assessment 55 Compliance, Monitoring, & Auditing 58 Elementary and Secondary Education Act 63 Special Education 67 Career and Technical Education (Perkins) 69 Child Nutrition Programs 72 Grants Compliance 75 Internal Audit 78 Educator Effectiveness 82 Educator Preparation 86 Educator Licensing 88 Effective Teaching and Leadership Standards 91 Professional Learning 94 Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission (UPPAC) 97 Educator Exit Survey 99 Finance 102 Finance 106 Minimum School Program 106 Grants Management 106 Pupil Transportation 108 Purchasing and Contracts 111 Policy 112 Administrative Rules 116 Legislative Relations 118 Reporting, Data, and Statistics 121 School Performance 125 EDFacts Initiative 127 4 USBE Annual Report 2021 Table of Contents Special Education Annual Performance Report 129 School Information Management 131 Student Data Privacy 134 Initiatives 137 Adult Education 138 Adult Basic Education 139 Adult Secondary Education 139 English Language Acquisition 139 Arts Instruction 142 Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Program 143 POPS 145 Dual Language Immersion 147 International Guest Teachers 148 AAPPL 149 Bridge Program 150 Early Learning 151 School Readiness 152 UPSTART 154 State Kindergarten Programs 155 Early Literacy Program 156 Partners in Dyad Reading 156 Educator Supports 157 Educator Awards and Incentives 158 Supporting Educators 160 Next Generation Learning 162 Digital Teaching & Learning 163 Competency-based Education Grants 164 Statewide Online Education Program 166 Prevention 169 School Safety Center 170 School Counseling 170 School-based Mental Health Qualified Grant Program 171 Mental Health Screening Programs 173 Project AWARE 173 Antibullying 174 Substance Abuse Prevention 175 Suicide Prevention 176 Child Abuse Prevention 177 Absenteeism and Dropout Prevention 177 Intergenerational Poverty Interventions 178 5 USBE Annual Report 2021 Table of Contents Partnerships for Student Success 180 Out-of-School Time Program Quality Improvement Grant 181 Title IV-B, Part B: 21st Century Community Learning Centers 182 School Improvement 184 School Turnaround 185 Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) 186 Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI) 187 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) 188 iSee 189 USTAR Centers / MOST 192 STEM Institute 192 Student Support 193 Students At-Risk 194 Rural Students 201 American Indian/Alaska Native Students 202 Students with Disabilities 203 Accelerated Students 205 Supporting School Conditions for Student Learning 206 School Health and Safety Conditions in COVID-19 207 School Construction and Facility Safety 207 Title IV-A, Part A: Student Support and Academic Enrichment 208 USBE School Safety Center 208 Supporting Transitions 210 Concurrent Enrollment 211 Enhancements for Accelerated Students & Early College Programs 212 College and Career Readiness School Counseling 214 Career Development Credential 215 Legislative Reports 216 Civic and Character Education Report 217 Concurrent Enrollment Report 226 Core Standards Report 231 CTE Annual Report 233 Dropout Prevention and Recovery Report 237 Early Literacy Report 241 School Turnaround Report 254 6 USBE Annual Report 2021 7 USBE Annual Report 2021 Letter from State Superintendent Sydnee Dickson The Utah State Board of Education supported the delivery of amazing achievements for our school communities despite a challenging, unprecedented year. As we enter another year filled with uncertainties, the strengths of our education community position us to provide even more impact. Our vision remains—upon completion, all Utah students are prepared to succeed and lead by having the knowledge and skills to learn, engage civically, and lead meaningful lives. We accomplish this by creating equitable conditions for student success, advocating for necessary resources, developing policy, and providing effective oversight and support for teachers and students alike. This year was one of great anticipation and unexpected challenges. At the start of the year, we had record revenue and were supported by a productive general session. Yet weeks later, every- thing was halted by all Utah schools transitioning to remote learning for the remainder of the academic calendar. COVID-19 disrupted end of year traditions including end of year assessments and graduation ceremonies, and accelerated the way we approach virtual learning. However, the pandemic did not prevent our education community from doing what it does best— meeting the individual needs of every student. This comprehensive report outlines data that is intended to aid us in future decision making. While the most often used phrase to describe this year is “unprecedented,” the lessons learned along the way will inform improvements for years to come. We are determined to continue to collectively work together with all aspects of our school communities in order to harness opportunities that allow Utah students to emerge stronger than ever before. “...lessons learned along the way will inform improvements for years to come.” 8 USBE Annual Report 2021 USBE’s Strategic Plan Upon completion, all Utah students are prepared to succeed and lead by having the knowledge and skills to learn, engage civically, and lead meaningful lives. ose Purp y • m no to u A • y r e t s a P M M A 9 USBE Annual Report 2021 Portrait of A Graduate Utah’s Portrait of a Graduate identifies the ideal characteristics of a Utah graduate after going through the K-12 system. These are aspirations not necessarily meant to be quantified and measured. These characteristics begin at home and are cultivated in educational settings. ose Purp y • m KEY no to u A • y r e t s a P M M A HOW WE DID IT We began by asking: “What are the hopes, aspirations, and dreams that our community has for young people?” “What skills and mindsets do young people need to ensure op- portunities for their future?” What resulted is the Portrait of a Graduate—a frame for student success and school quality that goes beyond academic mastery by also recognizing skills like communication and creativity, dispositions like resilience and respect, and other social and emotional dimensions of learning. The Portrait of a Graduate serves as our north star for system transformation. As school districts and charter schools develop Portraits of a Graduate for their unique communities, we continue working through the implications of this vision for the design of our system at the state level. Our aim is to create the conditions for school systems throughout the state to intentionally deliver on this powerful vision. 10 USBE Annual Report 2021 Portrait of A Graduate Mastery Academic Mastery Demonstrate a depth of knowledge in multiple subject areas to make informed decisions. Wellness Develop self-awareness, self-advocacy skills, and the knowledge to main- tain healthy lifestyles that provide balance in life and improve physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being. Civic, Financial & Economic Literacy $ Understand various governmental and economic systems, and develop practical financial skills. Digital Literacy Adapt, create, consume, and connect in productive, responsible ways to utilize technology in social, academic, and professional settings. Autonomy Communication Communicate effectively through reading, writing, speaking, and list ening to understand information in a variety of contexts, media, and languages. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Access, evaluate, and analyze information to make informed decisions, recognize bias, and find solutions. Creativity & Innovation Imagine, visualize, and demonstrate creative practices, innovative solutions, and artistic expression. Collaboration & Teamwork Contribute ideas, perspectives, and experiences to cultivate a community of shared accountability and leadership. 11 USBE Annual Report 2021 Portrait of A Graduate Purpose Honesty, Integrity, & Responsibility Are trustworthy, ethical, reliable, and are accountable for the results they produce. Hard Work & Resilience Set personal goals, apply best efforts to achieve them, and persevere when faced with challenges and setbacks. Life Long Learning & Personal Growth​​ Continue to seek knowledge and develop skills in all settings. Service Seek opportunities to help when assistance is needed and act without expecting compensation or recognition. Respect Acknowledge differences by looking for the good in everyone, including oneself, and show due regard for feelings, rights, cultures, and traditions. 12 USBE Annual Report 2021 MISSION What does it mean to create equitable conditions? EQUITY IS THE EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES BASED UPON EACH INDIVIDUAL STUDENT’S NEEDS. EQUITABLE RESOURCES INCLUDE FUNDING, PROGRAMS, POLICIES, INITIATIVES AND SUPPORTS THAT TARGET EACH STUDENT’S UNIQUE BACKGROUND AND SCHOOL CONTEXT TO GUARANTEE THAT ALL STUDENTS HAVE ACCESS TO A HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATION.