The Park City School District is entering the new academic cycle under the leadership of Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman, with a governing Board of Education tasked with overseeing a mission to support students' academic and social potential. The district continues its focus on a student-centered vision that emphasizes safety, engagement, and health for all learners.
Board Governance and Oversight
The district's Board of Education serves as the primary governing body for Park City schools, providing essential oversight and direction. The board is composed of elected members representing various precincts, including President Meredith Reed from Precinct 4 and Vice President Nick Hill from Precinct 5. Other seated members include Kathleen Britton of Precinct 3, Susan Goldberg of Precinct 1, and Eileen Gallagher of Precinct 2.
According to the district's official Board of Education information, regular session meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. These meetings take place in the Park City School District office boardroom located at 2700 Kearns Blvd. and are open to the public to encourage community participation and input from families and staff.
Superintendent Leadership Background
Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman leads the district's executive operations, bringing 13 years of experience within the Park Century School District to her role. Having joined the district in 2009, Huntsman previously held several key leadership positions, including Assistant Principal of Park City High School, Principal of The Learning Center, and Director of Career and Technology Education (CTE) for both Park City and Provo School Districts.
Huntsman's professional background includes teaching roles in the Weber and Morgan County School Districts. She holds degrees from William Penn University, Weber State University, and Southern Utah University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Texas Tech University. Her leadership philosophy centers on the belief that learning creates bonds that strengthen communities.
District Executive Administration
The district's administrative structure includes a wide range of executive directors and specialists managing various educational sectors. Carolyn Synan serves as the Executive Director of Student Services, while Amy Jenkins holds the role of Executive Director of Teaching & Learning. Technical and operational needs are managed by Andrew Frink, the Executive Director of Data & Technology, and Veronica Ramos, the Executive Director of Human Resources.
Financial and business operations are overseen by Business Administrator Randy Upton, supported by Assistant Director Austin Harris in the Business Office. The district's safety and outreach efforts are directed by Eric Esquivel, who serves as the Director of Safety, Security & Outreach.
Specialized Educational Programming
Specialized educational programming within the district is managed by a dedicated group of directors. This includes Tracy Fike, who serves as the Director of Career and Technical Education, and Jaclyn Knapp, the Director of Special Education. The district also maintains focused leadership for early childhood and community engagement through Melissa Tschabrun, the Director of Preschool, and Todd Klarich, the Director of Community Ed. & AfterSchool.
Other key operational roles include Todd Hansen as Director of Buildings & Grounds, Craig Jensen as Transportation Director, and Joe Stout as Director of Information Technology. The district's public communications are managed by Colton Elliott, the Public Information Officer.
Transparency and Public Access
The Park City School District maintains a transparent policy-making process, with all board policies subject to public review. The district office at 2700 Kearns Blvd. serves as the official location for posting public notices. The board also utilizes the Utah Public Notice Website to ensure community access to important information.
Members of the public are permitted to comment on proposed policies during a designated 20-day review period. Additionally, the district provides digital resources for those unable to attend meetings in person, including live streams via their YouTube channel and access to meeting minutes, agendas, and audio/video recordings through their official website.
Mission and Vision Goals
The district's leadership and governance structure is designed to support its core mission of equitable student support. Through the combined efforts of the Board of Education, executive leadership, and specialized directors, the district continues to focus on creating an environment where students are safe, supported, engaged, challenged, and healthy.
