Approved additional funding for technology, textbooks, supplies, and media centers. Provided money to help individual teachers purchase classroom supplies. Passed a bill strengthening student discipline policies and allowing expulsion for habitual disobedience. Pass a bill requiring school districts to record and report delinquent activity in schools. Encouraged direct teacher and parent involvement in school decision making through site-based and Centennial School bills.
Some education issues require constant monitoring, revision and evaluation.
The Association asked that the results of the study be used to determine optimum class sizes for different grade levels and subject matter. The Utah Legislature has funded class size reduction since 1990. Professional Development - UEA provides professional development opportunities for Utah educators. Over 400 commercial exhibitors participate in the convention - making it the largest exhibit of its kind in the nation.