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Understanding the Cache County School District and Wellsville Elementary School

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An overview of the Cache County School District's role and the specific educational environment provided at Wellsville Elementary School.

Key takeaways

  • The Cache County School District serves Wellsville, which had a population of 4,060 as of April 1, 2020.
  • Wellsville Elementary School is part of the Cache County School District and focuses on building responsible, respectful, and resourceful leaders.
  • As of October 13, 2025, 98% of full-time equivalent educator positions at Wellsville Elementary held Professional Educator Licenses.
  • The 2026-2027 school year calendar includes a Fall Break from October 8 through October 12.

The Cache County School District serves the community of Wellsville, Utah, where the population was 4,060 as of April 1, 2020. Within this district, Wellsville Elementary School operates under a specific mission to enhance each day’s journey by building individual leaders who are responsible, respectful, resourceful leaders, and who possess the skills, confidence, and integrity to face the future, according to the school's undated 'About Us' page.

At Wellsville Elementary, the school community follows the Wolf Cubs motto: "With Great Expectations Come Great Leaders!" The school's undated principal's message states that the staff is committed to helping every child reach their full potential both academically and personally. The school's undated 'About Us' page further notes that the institution is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment where students excel academically, socially, and emotionally.

Staffing and licensing at Wellsville Elementary are managed in accordance with specific regulations. According to an undated document regarding educator licenses, the Cache County School District employs educators who may hold various types of Utah educator licenses, such as Professional Educator Licenses, Associate Educator Licenses, or LEA-Specific licenses. As of October 13, 2025, the school's educator licensing percentages were recorded as follows: 98% of full-time equivalent (FTE) positions held Professional Educator Licenses, 0% of FTE held Associate Educator Licenses, and 2% of FTE held LEA-Specific licenses, endorsements, or license areas, according to the school's undated educator licenses page.

The school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year includes several scheduled events and breaks. According to the school's October 1, 2026, calendar, the School Community Council will meet on Tuesday, October 6, from 3:50 PM to 4:35 PM. A Leadership Assembly is scheduled for Monday, October 5, from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Students will experience a 1st Grade Fire Department Day on both Tuesday, October 6, and Wednesday, October 7. The school calendar also indicates a Fall Break, which will result in no school for students from Thursday, October 8, through Monday, October 12. Additionally, a Book Fair is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 14, and Thursday, October 15. A PTO Fluoride Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, from 9:15 AM to 9:45 AM.

Residents can stay connected with the school by following social media platforms and subscribing to newsletters to receive updates on school news, upcoming events, and student and staff accomplishments, according to the school's undated principal's message. Information regarding individual Utah educators' licenses, license areas, and endorsements is made available to the public through the Utah State Board of Education’s Public Educator Look-up Tool.

What this means for Wellsville

For Wellsville residents, the Cache County School District provides the framework for local education via Wellsville Elementary School. Through specific licensing standards and a structured 2026-2027 calendar, the district ensures that the Wolf Cubs community has access to professional educators and organized school events, ranging from leadership assemblies to community-focused activities like the Book Fair.

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