Governing Board meetings are open to the public. They are typically held on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 pm at Salt Lake Arts Academy in room 201, except when that date falls on a holiday. The schedule, agends and minutes are listed below and on the SLArts online calendar. Agendas, meeting materials, and handouts are also posted on the State of Utah’s Public Notice website.
Request to Speak
To add an item to a Board meeting agenda, or to request to speak to the Board, contact the Governing Board Chair, Reid Prentice reid.prentice@slarts.org.
Utah’s Open and Public Meetings Act
The Salt Lake Arts Academy Board of Trustees (the SLArts Board) recognizes that it is subject to Utah’s Open and Public Meetings Act (OPMA). The SLArts Board regrets that it failed to comply with several of OPMA’s requirements in its meeting on December 15, 2025. The SLArts Board apologizes to the public for these OPMA violations, and commits to change its practices to fully comply with OPMA going forward.
2026-27 Schedule
Salt Lake Arts Academy 844 S 200 E, Salt Lake City 5:30 pm in Room 201
Minutes and Agendas for Governing Board meetings prior to June 2020 are available for review at Salt Lake Arts Academy, 844 South 200 East, during school hours.
Our 8th graders are invited to explore their high school options at SLArts on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 2 pm. Private, public, and charter high schools from the surrounding area will each give a short 3-minute presentation. Students will then get to visit with each school, much like a tabling event, to learn about programs and what each school has to offer. Encourage your student to come prepared with questions. It’s a great chance to get answers straight from the schools.
On Monday, Nov. 16, our 8th grade students will take part in guided conversations with the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault and the Rape Recovery Center about objectification, its impact, and how to respond to problematic behavior. Join us online Tuesday, Nov. 17 to hear what students discussed and get guidance on continuing these conversations at home.
November 19
SLArts Information Night for Prospective Families
For prospective students and families: Information Nights are an opportunity to learn more about SLArts, explore the campus, meet current students, and ask questions. We strongly encourage prospective families to attend one of these events. Four sessions are scheduled between November and February.
November 20
Early Dismissal
November 24
Turkey Trot at Liberty Park
Students, faculty and staff participate in a fun walk/run Turkey Trot at Liberty Park to kickoff the Thanksgiving Holiday break. A celebratory treat will be provided after the walk/run. There also might just be a teacher dressed in a turkey costume!
November 25
Asynchronous Learning Day
November 26
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27
No School - Thanksgiving Break
December 4
Early Dismissal
December 7
Start of New Arts Rotations for 5th Graders
December 8
SLArts Information Night for Prospective Families
For prospective students and families: Information Nights are an opportunity to learn more about SLArts, explore the campus, meet current students, and ask questions. We strongly encourage prospective families to attend one of these events. Four sessions are scheduled between November and February.
6th grade field trip to - Anastasia | Thursday, January 7th, 2027 @ 9:30am
9:30 performance check your inboxes for parent volunteer invites.
January 8
Early Dismissal
January 15
End of Term 2
January 18
No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 20
SLArts Information Night for Prospective Families
For prospective students and families: Information Nights are an opportunity to learn more about SLArts, explore the campus, meet current students, and ask questions. We strongly encourage prospective families to attend one of these events. Four sessions are scheduled between November and February.
For prospective students and families: Information Nights are an opportunity to learn more about SLArts, explore the campus, meet current students, and ask questions. We strongly encourage prospective families to attend one of these events. Four sessions are scheduled between November and February.
February 5
Early Dismissal
February 5
SLArts Family Ice Skating Party
Get excited for one of our most anticipated events of the year! Family Ice Skating Night is Feb. 5 from 4:30 - 6 pm at Millcreek Common. Join us for a fun winter get-together for the entire family.
February 8
New Art Rotations for 5th Graders
February 12
Last Day to Apply to SLArts Enrollment Lottery for 2027-28
During Shadow Morning, students accepted for the 2027-28 school year will have a chance to spend a part of the day at SLArts, visiting classrooms in action and getting a taste of what school at SLArts is like.
February 26
Early Dismissal
March 2
SLArts Parent Party!
Annual SLArts Parent Party Tuesday, March 2
Please join us on Tuesday, March 2 from 6:30-8:30 pm at Fisher Brewing Company 320 W 800 S, Salt Lake City. Mix, mingle, and celebrate SLArts! Enjoy no-host beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options) and grab dinner from Salt Lake City's favorite food trucks. A grown-up party for parents, guardians, grandparents, and alumni — come catch up with old friends, meet new ones, and say hi to teachers and staff. 21 and older please.
March 2
Shadow Morning for Accepted Students
During Shadow Morning, students accepted for the 2027-28 school year will have a chance to spend a part of the day at SLArts, visiting classrooms in action and getting a taste of what school at SLArts is like.
March 5
Early Dismissal
March 10
Student - Led Conferences - School Dismisses at 12:35
March 11
Student - Led Conferences - School Dismisses at 12:35
March 12
Asynchronous Learning Day
March 12
Pi Day 2027!
Our 5th–8th grade math students will be celebrating that magical (and delicious) number, Pi (3.14…) in true SLArts style. Students will play Pi-themed games, compete to see who can memorize the most digits of Pi and—of course—eat lots of pie.
During Shadow Morning, students accepted for the 2027-28 school year will have a chance to spend a part of the day at SLArts, visiting classrooms in action and getting a taste of what school at SLArts is like.