November 22, 2021 7:32 pm
Utah oversight of charter schools ‘unclear,’ has gaps in accountability, audit finds
Out of 45 states with charter school programs, Utah is the only state that doesn’t require schools to renew their contracts after a certain period of time — meaning there’s a missed opportunity to ensure standards are being met, Ryan Thelin, lead auditor of the review ordered by the Legislature, told legislative leaders Tuesday during an interim committee meeting.