Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, we are a tuition-free public charter school.
Yes! We offer a rigorous, relevant, balanced, and memorable liberal arts education, structured around the Utah Core Standards.
We consider homework to be "household work" and children should contribute to family life in that way. We ask all our students to read. Middle school years have limited homework which is mostly rooted in relevant experience rather than a worksheet.
We focus on preparing children not just for high school—but for life. While the transition to high school may bring new challenges (such as increased technology use), our students are well equipped. They are confident, creative thinkers who take initiative in their learning and are eager to engage with their teachers. Because they’ve had meaningful, hands-on learning experiences, they enter high school with strong social skills, self-motivation, and a belief in their own abilities. Many go on to excel in honors classes. We've seen countless success stories, especially from students who once faced challenges but rise to meet them—proving that the foundation we build truly lasts.
At our school, discipline is approached through a whole-child lens, using 3 interconnected streams: social-emotional, behavioral, and academic support. Rather than relying on punitive measures like out-of-school suspensions, we focus on restoration and growth. For example, students may participate in a “repair day” to restore trust and social standing through acts of service.
Conflict is addressed through no-blame meetings that emphasize resolution and accountability. Our 7th and 8th graders even lead peer mediation as part of our Compassionate Campus Crew, helping to foster a culture of kindness and wellbeing. They’ve led projects on core values like respect and empathy, gathering input from students, parents, and staff, and sharing their work with the whole school community.