The Academy Park School Community Council adopted new rules of order and procedure on August 20, 2026. The decision was reached via a vote consisting of four approved measures, zero non-approvals, and zero absences.
In accordance with Utah Code and state board rules, the council is responsible for creating all components of the School LAND Trust Plan, including the Goal Statement, Academic Area, Measurement, Action Plan Steps, and Expenditures. Additionally, the council advises school and district administrators on matters such as school programs, child access routing plans, and safe technology utilization. The council also partners with administrators to ensure adequate internet filtering is configured to prevent students and personnel from viewing harmful content.
Council membership is composed of the principal as an ex officio voting member, one school employee, and two parent members. To ensure a two-parent majority, terms are staggered so that half of the seats are open each year. In even-numbered years, two school employee positions and one parent position are elected, while in odd-numbered years, one school employee position and two parent positions are elected. If vacancies occur, parent members appoint individuals to fill parent positions, and school employee members appoint individuals for employee positions.
All council meetings are open to the public. Meeting agendas and draft minutes from the previous meeting are provided to council members at least one week in advance. Agendas posted on the school website must include the date, time, location, and any proposed action items. Once minutes are approved, they are retained for three years.
The council conducts business using simplified rules of parliamentary procedure as required by Utah Code. These rules include motions such as adjourn, amend a motion, main motion, and point of order. The council is also required to undergo annual training provided by the local school board to understand their responsibilities.
Community Council Elections are announced before the school year begins via the school website, emails, social media, and Back to School Night. Eligible candidates may file for election through paper ballots sent to the District, with ballots being cast in person at Academy Park Elementary.
