Box Elder School District has issued several updates for families regarding the use of artificial intelligence tools, school meal applications, and district-wide initiatives. The district stated its priority is providing a modern learning environment while safeguarding student data and privacy.
Regarding technology, the district noted that while the Utah State Board of Education has established a contract with Google Gemini for district employees and students, student access to Google Gemini remains turned off. Currently, students cannot use school email addresses to access external Large Language Model AI tools unless they are integrated into approved instructional platforms like SchoolAI.
Teachers have access to select AI platforms for lesson planning and administrative efficiency. However, staff members are required to follow student data privacy standards and are instructed not to share student names or identifiable data with any tool that does not have an official Data Privacy Agreement with the district.
The district also shared information regarding several other programs:
Free and reduced-price meal applications for the 2026-2027 school year can be submitted in person at the district office Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, picked up at a student's school, or applied for online.
The district is seeking community input for naming a new school located at 2900 West 500 North in Tremonton, Utah. A survey for this purpose closed on August 5, 2026.
Superintendent Keith Mecham is seeking community feedback to help shape the district's mission, vision, values, and strategic goals for the next five years.
The district is considering a Lease Revenue Bond of up to $140 million for a twenty-five-year term to fund construction and renovation projects. These projects include a new elementary school in Tremonton, additions to Bear River High School and Box Elder High School, and changes to middle and intermediate level buildings.
Box Elder School District also highlighted its commitment to student well-being through mental health support and the Seven Mindsets program. Additionally, the district warned families about a gift card scam where individuals posing as district staff have contacted community council members asking for gift card purchases.
