Selene Mansfield was listed as the principal of Escalante Elementary according to the school's administration directory as of July 31, 2026. In that capacity, Mansfield was also identified as an ex-officio voting member of the Escalante Elementary School Community Council for the 2026-27 term, according to the council's membership list dated May 15, 2026.
As a member of the School Community Council, Mansfield's role involved participating in a body responsible for preparing plans for school board approval. According to the council's documentation from May 15, 2026, the council is tasked with assisting in the implementation of approved plans and acting as a resource to school and district administrators by bringing issues of concern forward and providing feedback upon request. The council's responsibilities include the development of several specific school plans, such as the School Improvement Plan, the School LAND Trust Plan, the Reading Achievement Plan, and the Child Access Routing Plan. While the council assists in the development of the Professional Development Plan, that specific plan is ultimately submitted and approved by staff.
The School Community Council is composed of various members representing the school community. According to the May 15, 2026, document, the 2026-27 council included Tracee McNeil as Parent Chair, Elaine Manousakis as School Employee Vice Chair, and parent members Alicia Stufflebeam, Madeline Sandoval, and Marena Olmedo.
Escalante Elementary, which serves the community as an inclusive environment for learners of all cultures, identities, and abilities, operates under the vision of the Salt Lake City School District. This district vision focuses on excellence and equity for every student and every classroom. The school's mission, as stated in its undated 'About Our School' page, is to cultivate a love of learning within a diverse and inclusive school community. The mission emphasizes collaboration with families and the community to meet high expectations for all students, specifically focusing on providing a safe and healthy environment where students can develop academic, problem-solving, and social skills necessary for success in life, career, and college.
Residents encounter the school's administration through its faculty and staff directories. According to the school's directory as of September 5, 2026, the administration includes both Mansfield and Assistant Principal Ashley Janssen. The school's mission statement highlights that the institution aims to respond effectively to individual student needs to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
What this means for Escalante
For the residents of Escalante, the presence of a principal on the School Community Council ensures that school leadership is directly involved in the collaborative process of developing essential educational plans. This participation helps align the school's mission of inclusivity and excellence with the specific strategic goals established by the council for the 2026-27 academic year.
