Box Elder County School District public meetings in 2025
23 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education approved the issuance of up to $140 million in Lease Revenue Bonds. These funds will finance a new elementary school in West Tremonton and expansions for Box Elder High School and Bear River High School.
- Approval of Lease Revenue Bonds not to exceed $140,000,000
- Approval of a 4-day school week for western schools
- Approval of 2026-27 District and Western Schools calendars
- Approval of new 2026-27 courses in cyber security, multicultural literature/film, and world languages
- Reported 2025 high school graduation rate increase to 90% from 87.3%
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will discuss issuing up to $140 million in Lease Revenue Bonds for school improvements. The board is also deciding on the 2026-27 district calendar and a 4-day week for Western Schools.
- Proposed $140,000,000 in Lease Revenue Bonds for Box Elder High School, Bear River High School, and a new elementary school in west Tremonton
- Approval of 2026-27 District Calendar and Western Schools Calendar
- Approval of 4-day Week for Western Schools
- Approval of new courses
- First and second readings of multiple district policies including sex education and grading
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Municipal Building Authority of Box Elder School District adopted a resolution to issue lease revenue bonds. The funds are intended for school remodeling, additions, and a new elementary school.
- Issuance of bonds not to exceed $140,000,000
- Remodeling and additions to Box Elder High School
- Remodeling and additions to Bear River High School
- Construction of a new elementary school in west Tremonton
- Estimated total cost of proposed bonds is $230,067,732
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, at the Independent Life Skills Center in Brigham City. The board approved contracts for the Discovery Elementary addition and Tremonton Elementary construction, adopted revised TSSA plans, and advanced multiple policy readings.
- Approved Design West as architect ($X) and Hughes Contractors as CM/GC ($X) for Discovery Elementary addition
- Approved DWA Construction as CM/GC ($X) for Tremonton Elementary construction
- Adopted revised TSSA Framework and amendments for Fielding and Garland schools
- Advanced 22 policies to first reading and 30 policies to second reading
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will consider approvals for architects and construction managers for school additions and projects. The board will also review TSSA framework revisions and a large volume of district policies.
- Approval of Architect and CM/GC for Discovery Addition
- Approval of CM/GC for Tremonton Elementary
- Approval of Revised TSSA Framework and amendments for Fielding and Garland TSSA plans
- First and second readings of multiple district policies including procurement, student privacy, and school safety
- Approval of student expulsion
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will meet to review building projects, approve staff endorsements, and discuss policy revisions. The meeting includes a work session on facilities and a closed session for real estate transactions.
- Approval of building projects and facility updates
- Review of over 30 school district policies
- Approval of McGraw Hill Study Sync renewal
- Approval of 2025 Building Rental Rates
- Approval of Category II Salary Schedule Addendum
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education approved the purchase of a property at 315 W 850 N in Brigham City. The meeting also included the approval of student behavior plans, teacher licenses, and a wide range of policy reviews.
- Purchase of property at 315 W 850 N, Brigham City, UT for $140,000
- Approval of Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBS) for the 2025-26 school year
- Approval of LEA specific licenses and endorsements for 2025-26
- Exemption of Community Council membership requirements at Sunrise High School
- First and second readings of multiple district policies including school safety and student fees
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 10, 2025, at the Independent Life Skills Center in Brigham City. The board unanimously approved adding E-sports as a UHSSA-sanctioned sport at Box Elder and Bear River High Schools, along with associated fees. It also approved fee increases for FBLA participation and student drug testing, and added new fees for Art Opps, Auto, and Skills USA clubs. Additionally, the board requested an exemption from the 180-school-day rule for memorial services for fallen officers in Tremonton.
- Unanimous approval of E-sports program for BEHS and BRHS with associated school fees
- Amendment to 2025-26 general student fees increasing FBLA participation fee and intervention student drug testing
- Addition of Art Opps, Auto, and Skills USA club fees to 2025-26 school fees schedule
- Unanimous approval of letter requesting exemption from 180-school-day rule for fallen officers' memorial services in Tremonton
- Unanimous approval of new policies for first reading, including Ethnic Studies curriculum and Student Data Protection
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will meet to decide on E-sports approval and student fee amendments. The board will also review a wide range of policy updates and receive reports on early learning and finances.
- Approval of E-sports at BEHS and BRHS
- Amendment to 2025-26 General Student Fees increasing FBLA Participation Fee and Intervention Student Drug Testing
- Resolution for exempt status for days off for Memorial Services for Fallen Officers in Box Elder County
- First reading of 25 policies including student data protection, internet use, and mental health care
- Real Estate Agent Services Contract
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education held a Truth in Taxation hearing to discuss the proposed budget and tax rates. Following public comment from 138 individuals, the board voted to approve the tax rate, the 2025-26 budget, and employee salary schedules.
- Approval of 2025 Tax Rate
- Approval of 2025-26 Budget
- Approval of 2025-26 Employee Salary Schedules
- Public hearing with 138 members of the public signed up for comment
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education reviewed the July financial report and approved two policies for first reading. The board also approved the consent calendar, including various claims and meeting minutes.
- First reading approval of Policy 1090 Rules of Order
- First reading approval of Policy 3038 Highly Needed Educator Salary Supplement
- Approval of July 2025 claims and school activity checks
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 11, 2025 and July 9, 2025
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will meet to review financial reports and discuss policy updates. The board is scheduled to conduct first readings of policies regarding board meeting rules and educator salary supplements.
- First reading of Policy 3038 Highly Needed Educator Salary Supplement
- First reading of Policy 1090 Board Meeting Rules of Order
- Monthly Financial Report
- Review of claims and personnel items
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2025 tax rate. The board will also discuss the approval of the 2025-26 budget and employee salary schedules.
- Public hearing on proposed 2025 tax rate
- Approval of 2025-26 budget
- Approval of employee salary schedules
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will hold a public hearing to discuss a proposed increase in property tax revenue. If approved, the district would receive an additional $11,257,317 per year.
- Proposed tax increase for a $450,000 residence from $923.18 to $1,266.71
- Proposed tax increase for a $450,000 business from $1,678.50 to $2,303.10
- Proposed 36.54% increase in property tax budgeted revenue above last year's revenue excluding eligible new growth
- Public hearing on August 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the ILSC Board Room, 960 S Main St, Brigham City
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education decided on a new substitute teacher service provider and declared a land parcel in Willard as surplus. The board also approved a sex education review committee and several district policies.
- Approved contract with ESS as the new substitute teacher service provider
- Declared land parcel at approximately 8300 S 950 W, Willard, UT as surplus property
- Approved members of the sex education curriculum review committee
- Approved 16 district policies including Title IX Sexual Harassment and High School Graduation Requirements
- Discussed proposals for additional school facility construction during work session
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will discuss proposals for a new elementary school and additions to two high schools. The board will also vote on a contract with ESS and the sale or lease of real property.
- Proposal to build a new elementary school and add on to two high schools
- Approval of contract with ESS
- Approval of Sex Education Committee
- Sale or lease of real property
- Second reading of 17 district policies including graduation requirements and sex education
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss future planning. This discussion will include city and county leaders.
- Future Planning Discussion with City and County Leaders
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education approved the minutes of its June 25, 2025 work session. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes. The meeting included a discussion led by local mayors on school funding, growth pressures, and infrastructure needs.
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education will hold a budget hearing and vote on the budget, 2024-25 tax rates, and school fees. The meeting includes a closed session regarding collective bargaining and the potential sale or lease of real property.
- Budget hearing and approval of budget
- Approval of 2024-25 tax rates
- Approval of school fees
- Tentative ratification of negotiated agreements with BEAA, BEEA, and BEESPA
- Approval of 2025-26 TSSA Plans
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education approved the final 2024-2025 budget, the proposed 2025-2026 budget, and the 2025-2026 tax rates. The board also voted to eliminate class and general fees in the 2025-2026 School Fee Schedule.
- Approval of 2025-2026 School Fee Schedule eliminating class and general fees
- Approval of 2024-2025 final budget and 2025-2026 proposed budget
- Approval of 2025-2026 tax rates
- Approval of internal and external auditors for the 2025-2026 school year
- Approval of negotiated agreements with BEAA, BEEA, and BEESPA
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Board of Education will hold a public hearing to discuss district finances. The meeting will cover a revision of the 2024-2025 budget and the adoption of the 2025-2026 budget.
- Revision of the 2024-2025 budget
- Adoption of the 2025-2026 budget
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education held a meeting to conduct a work session. The board discussed a failed bond, a 'New Idea Phase #1', and a financial presentation.
- Discussion of failed bond
- New Idea Phase #1
- Financial presentation
Box Elder School District Board of Education
The Box Elder School District Board of Education will hold a work session to review a failed bond and a financial presentation. The board will also discuss the first phase of a 'New Idea' curriculum initiative.
- Discussion of Failed Bond with Superintendent Steve Carlsen
- New Idea Phase #1 presentation by Assistant Superintendents Keith Mecham and Heidi Jo West
- Financial Presentation by Business Administrator Neil Stevens
- Review of Board Handbook