by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Sep 30, 2025
Navigating Public Ed: Assisting parents with public school choice Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks Utah’s open enrollment law is rated among the best in the nation, but district compliance and transparency remain low. Parents face barriers in navigating public...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Sep 23, 2025
Utah’s unique opportunity in open enrollment policy Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks Utah is a leader in open enrollment law, but it should consider establishing a statewide one-stop shop that provides information and functionality for families seeking open...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Sep 17, 2025
Lessons from navigatED AZ about offering Navigator website for parents of students Written by Navigator websites like navigatED AZ are aimed at helping families access all choices – public and private. Parents need access both to an understanding of their options...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Sep 9, 2025
Parents, have a question about public schools? Meet Cassie Hays Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks The recent creation of the Parent Liaison and Engagement Specialist demonstrates that Utah policymakers are interested in helping parents understand and engage with...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Sep 2, 2025
Does open enrollment work well in Utah? Parents share their stories Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks Some Utah parents have had negative experiences pursuing school open enrollment; but those with frustrating stories may point the way to improvements. Districts...
