Park City High School recognized by state for support of English learners

Park City High School was recognized by the Utah State Board of Education for leading the state in the percentage of English learner students enrolled in college and career readiness coursework. Photo: TownLift

PARK CITY, Utah — Park City High School has been recognized by the Utah State Board of Education for providing the highest percentage of English learners in the state with access to college and career readiness coursework, according to school officials.

The school received a certificate for exemplary education, a distinction tied to its performance in helping English learner students enroll in rigorous academic pathways, including concurrent enrollment, Advanced Placement, and career and technical education courses.

Data from the Utah State Board of Education shows that Park City High School achieved a 95.5% completion rate for English learners enrolled in college and career-readiness coursework.

The recognition reflects student participation across several programs.

In concurrent enrollment, 95.5% of English learner students at Park City High School are earning college credit while completing high school requirements. In Advanced Placement courses, 40.9% of English learner students are enrolled in college-level coursework. Another 13.6% are participating in career and technical education pathways designed to prepare students for technical careers and workforce entry.

The Utah State Board of Education plans to highlight Park City High School’s approach as a model for other districts during its Alternative Language Services meeting on March 25.

“This recognition from the USBE highlights our dedication to ensuring that every student, including our Multilingual Learners and those who’ll be the first in their families to attend college, is provided the resources to pursue every path possible,” Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman said. “From AP courses and college credit to hands-on career training, we provide the flexibility for every student to own their future.”

School leaders said the award underscores ongoing efforts to ensure that English learners have equitable access to advanced coursework and postsecondary opportunities.