On Feb. 14, 2012, the Board of Education approved a boundary change (Option C) between Eastlake and Welby Elementary Schools to help balance boundary student populations for the 2012-13 school year. There will be no boundary change for Rose Creek and Daybreak Elementary Schools.
- Letter sent to parents regarding boundary change
- Jan. 24 Boundary Presentation
- Elementary School Boundary Information Packet
- General Information:
- Why is a boundary change being implemented between Eastlake and Welby Elementary Schools?
- What is the process and timeline for determining boundaries?
- What factors are considered in establishing boundaries?
- Will students be able to permit to the school of their choice?
- How will students in the dual immersion program at Eastlake Elementary be impacted by the boundary change?
- Will students have an opportunity to participate in a dual immersion program at any of the other schools being considered for the boundary change?
- Who will qualify for busing under each boundary option?
- Option C
- Natural Boundaries: Follows major roadways
- Boundary Longevity: Two years
- Transportation:
- Cost increase: $16,000
- Most new Welby students will now be eligible for busing.
- Feeder Alignment: High school feeders will no longer align for Welby.
Boundary Descriptions
EASTLAKE: (YRE) Begin at West County/District Line and 11000 S., east along 11000 S. (south side) to U-111, north along U-111(east side) to 10200 S.; east along 10200 S. (south side) to 4335 W.; southeast along Walnut Canyon Ln. (both sides to Welby) to South Jordan Pkwy.; continuing south east along Pine Grove Wy. (both sides to Welby) to Poplar Brook Pl.; south to the end of Poplar Brook Pl. (both sides to Welby); east to 4000 W. and north to Rushton View Dr.; east along Rushton View Dr. and continuing east to Bangerter (south side); south along Bangerter Hwy. (west side) to approx. 10990 S.; east along approx. 10990 S. (south side) to approx. 3420 W.; south along approx. 3420 W. (Via Encantada) (both sides) to 11400 S.; east along 11400 S. (south side) to the Utah Lake Distributing Canal; south along Utah Lake Distributing Canal (west side) to 11800 S.; west along 11800 S. (north side) to Bangerter Hwy.; north along Bangerter Hwy. (east side) to 11400 S. (Daybreak View Pkwy.); west along Daybreak View Pkwy. and continuing west on 11400 S. (north side) to West County/District Line; north along West County/District Line (east side) to 11000 S.
WELBY: (YRE) Begin at Old Bingham Hwy. and approximately 6000 W.; northeast along the Old Bingham Hwy. (south side) to 9400 S.; east along 9400 S. (south side) to the Provo Reservoir Canal; northeast along the Provo Reservoir Canal (south side) to 4000 W.; south along 4000 W. (west side) to South Jordan Parkway (10400 S.); east along South Jordan Pkwy. (south side) to Bangerter Hwy.; south along Bangerter Hwy. (west side) to approx. 10900 S.; west to Rushton View Dr. and continuing west along Rushton View Dr. (north side) to 4000 W.; south along 4000 W. (west side) to approx. 10945 S.; west to Poplar Brook Pl. (north side) and continuing north along Poplar Brook Pl. (both sides) to Pine Grove Wy.; north and west along Pine Grove Wy. (both sides) and continuing north to Walnut Canyon Ln.; northwest along Walnut Canyon Ln. (both sides) to 10200 S. and 4335 W.; west along approximately 10200 S. (north side) to the Old Bingham Hwy.
General Information
- Q: Why is a boundary change being implemented between Eastlake and Welby Elementary Schools?
A: A boundary change is being implemented because student enrollment at Eastlake Elementary has grown beyond the school’s capacity. Three options were proposed that involved changes to the boundaries of Eastlake, Daybreak, Rose Creek, and/or Welby Elementary Schools to help manage student growth and balance boundary student populations. - Q: What is the process and timeline for determining boundaries?
A: Three boundary options were been developed by District staff. These options, were posted online and the public was encouraged to give feedback regarding these options using an online survey. Two open houses were held, where patrons had the opportunity to discuss the boundary options being considered. Following the open houses and a period of public feedback, Board members reviewed a summary report of feedback and finalized boundaries on Feb. 14, 2012. - Q: What factors are considered in establishing boundaries?
A: Many factors are considered, including, but not limited to, feedback from parents, students, and the community; long-term implications; natural boundaries, Open Enrollment law; feasibility and functionality; student safety; cost; community partnerships; potential growth; and student enrollment numbers over time. - Q: Will students be able to permit to the school of their choice?
A: Under the Utah Open Enrollment law, schools are required to accept permits until they reach their building capacity. Permits are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis during the Open Enrollment window, which runs from December 1, 2011 to February 19, 2012. Students who wish to apply for an Open Enrollment permit should contact the administration of the school for which a permit is being requested. Because this boundary change is being considered in order to reduce enrollment at Eastlake Elementary, permits to Eastlake will be extremely limited. Students currently enrolled in Chinese dual immersion will be able to continue in the program. - Q: How will students in the dual immersion program at Eastlake Elementary be impacted by the boundary change?
A: Students currently enrolled in the Chinese dual immersion program at Eastlake Elementary School will continue in the program regardless of boundary assignment. Siblings of students in the dual immersion program will be granted a permit to Eastlake as long as space is available. - Q: Will students have an opportunity to participate in a dual immersion program at any of the other schools being considered for the boundary change?
A: A Spanish dual immersion program will be implemented next year at Welby Elementary School. Students who reside in that boundary will have an opportunity to apply for participation in the dual immersion program based on established guidelines. A lottery will be held this spring to select students to participate in the fall of 2012.
- Q: Who will qualify for busing under each boundary option?
A: Once new boundaries are established, the District’s Transportation Department will begin to establish busing routes for all schools involved. The state of Utah requires that busing be provided for elementary students who live 1.5 miles or more from school. Busing eligibility for students who are not directly affected by a boundary change would remain the same. Students on an Open Enrollment permit do not qualify for busing except through a space available permit (limited availability depending on location). If you have any questions regarding busing eligibility, please feel free to contact Teri Timpson, Administrator of Schools, 801-567-8342, or Anthony Godfrey, Administrator of Schools, 801-567-8316.