governance

current governing board members

In accordance with the Utah Open Meetings Act, all Governing Board meetings will be posted on the State of Utah’s Open Meetings website and on the WCS electronic calendar. Specific dates, times and locations may vary, but all will be updated on the calendar.

Public Participation in Board Meetings:

Individuals wishing to make public comments at Board meetings should review the policy on Public Participation at Board Meetings.  Patrons wishing to address the board may sign up in person or through email (send email to board@wasatchwaldorf.org) up until the day of the board business meeting.  Patrons must provide their names, phone number, email address, and agenda item or topic they wish to discuss.

Governing Board members serve for three year terms that can be renewed for up to two terms. Each Board member is expected to be an active participant on Board Committees, including but not limited to Audit, Finance, Policy, Fundraising, Board Governance and Recruitment, School Land Trust, and Strategic Planning.

Individuals interested in applying to serve on the school's Governing Board should review the information below and then send a resume, a cover letter, and the completed Board Nominating Questionnaire to the Board Vice President.

• Board Nominating Process
• SOP Trustee Onboarding.pdf
• Board of Trustees Handbook (including Board Bylaws and Agreements)
• Board Nominating Questionnaire
• Charter Document
• Three Fold Governance Overview
• Public Waldorf Education
• Waldorf Education Overview

annual reports: 

State Report Card

charter agreement

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board meeting resources

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fees & waivers

In accordance with Utah state law, Wasatch Charter School charges fees for students in grades 6 through 8, our Middle School grades. The fee schedule is approved annually by the school's Governing Board and reflects actual costs of items and services. The fees can be viewed on the PDF below.

The second PDF is the Fee Waiver Application, which can be used by any family that may qualify to have the Middle School Fees waived based on financial qualifications. 

These materials are also made available to every family of a Middle School student upon enrollment to the school, and at Back to School time for continuing students.

title IX information

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 USC §1681)

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.

school land trust funding plan

In accordance with State requirements, we are providing you with information regarding Wasatch Charter School’s receipt and use of School Land Trust funds. The trust land council members for WCS include the Executive Director, Emily Merchant, and all members of the Governing Board (the majority of whom are parents in the school). A list of Board Members and their contact information can be found at: http://wasatchwaldorf.org/governance/.

Our Trust Land Council meets throughout the year as part of the public Board meetings which are held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:15 PM at the school with some exceptions. See school Calendar. Agendas for these meetings are posted in the school and online prior to each meeting, and include notice of when the trust lands council will be meeting. The council follows the same rules of order and procedure as the Governing Board, abiding by a loose for of Robert’s Rules of Order. Agendas for upcoming 

framework for success

This includes an overview of the school's spending plans for State and Federal programs and restricted funds, including the Teacher and Student Success Act (TSSA), Title I, etc.

early learning plan

This includes an overview of the school's Early Learning Plan. 

policies & procedures

privacy

Wasatch Charter School works diligently to protect student privacy and to provide parents with required information regarding any sharing of Personally Identifiable Information. Click each to download the policy.

• Student Data Disclosure Statement 
• Volunteer and Observation Guidelines

other information

• Annual FERPA Notification
• Student Handbook
• Teacher Qualifications
• Volunteer and Observation Guidelines
• ESSER (Covid Relief) Spending Plan

teacher qualifications & credentials

Utah recently changed the Educator licensing system to move away from various “Levels” of licenses and towards fewer license types.  Educators may hold a Professional, Associate or LEA-specific license.

A Professional License is for anyone who has completed an approved educator training program.  On July 1, 2020 current Utah educator Standard Level 1, 2, or 3 licenses all converted to a Professional Educator License.

An Associate License is for anyone who wants to become a Utah teacher, but has not completed an educator preparation program (university-based or alternate program).  This is what our teachers working on completing our APPEL onsite licensure program have while they are completing requirements.

An LEA-Specific educator license, including areas of concentration and endorsements, is issued by the state board at the request of an LEA’s governing body (i.e.-local school board) that is valid for an employee to fill a position in the LEA if other licensing routes for the applicant are untenable or unreasonable.

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School employs some individuals that hold LEA-specific licenses or endorsements.  These individuals are required to meet basic qualifications as outlined in the School’s policy and complete relevant professional development and training.

As of September 2023, Wasatch Waldorf Charter School teachers (including Class Teachers, Associate Class Teachers, SPED Teachers, and Specialty Teachers in relevant fields) has:

• 53% of educators with a Professional License
• 39% of educators with an Associate License
• 8% of educators with an LEA-specific License

concerns and complaints

If you have a concern or complaint, please reference our Healthy Communications Guidelines and Concerns Policy. 

Unresolved concerns may be addressed to the USBE Hotline; or call them at (801) 538-7813.

public education hotline

The Public Education Hotline is maintained by the Internal Audit Department of the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) and it is a venue for citizens, educators, employees, and other stakeholders to report concerns related to any of the agencies governed by or provided resources by the USBE. You can expect a response within 72 business hours.

If you would like to report a concern (e.g., misuse of assets, funds, or resources; non-compliance with regulations, policies or rules; fraud, waste, abuse or unethical behavior) please contact the Internal Audit Department in one of the following ways:

1. Fill out the Report a Concern Form.
2. E-mail us at audit@schools.utah.gov
3. Call the dedicated phone number (801) 538-7813 (if we do not answer, please leave a message and we will return your call within 72 hours)
4. Mail a concern to:
   • Utah State Board of Education
     Internal Audit Department
     Attention: Debbie Davis
     PO Box 144200
     Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4200
5. Schedule an appointment to share your concern in person by emailing audit@schools.utah.gov.

To expedite a preliminary analysis of reported items, when you report a concern please provide as much information and documentation as possible. This could include:

• Your name, e-mail, and phone number (reports of concerns may be anonymous to the extent allowed by law)
• A detailed description of the concern, including any relevant laws, regulations, policies, programs, etc., and if applicable, the source of the funds involved (e.g. federal, state, other)
• The names and titles of the individuals involved with the concern
• The location and date where the concern occurred
• Additional information such as: other witnesses, supporting documents, evidence, etc.

For each concern received the Internal Audit Department will conduct a preliminary analysis as directed by R277-123. The analysis includes consideration of relevant laws and rules, and entities with authority to review the concern and take necessary action. This means a concern may be referred to one or more entity; if referred, consideration of the concern will be according to the policies and procedures of that entity.