Ask Scout the Owl
Quick answers to the questions families ask most. Tap the Scout button in the corner of any page to ask your own question about the dress code, upcoming events, no-school days, schedules and policies.
Common questions
Don't see your question? Call the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957).
When is picture retake day?
Picture retake day is Thursday, November 5. Yearbook group pictures are taken that day too. Cross country runners should bring their team shirt to wear in the group photo. Questions? Contact the front office or Coach Mendoza.
How do I file a complaint or concern?
If the concern is about a teacher, please talk with the teacher first and try to resolve it together. If that doesn't solve it, or the concern isn't about a teacher, contact Principal Jeff Hall at jhall@scholarcharter.org. Concerns go to the Board of Directors only after they've been addressed with the principal.
AdministrationWhat are the Halloween costume rules?
Costumes are welcome all day for K–8; students who don't dress up may wear free dress. Masks and inflatable costumes are for the parade only, face paint is welcome, and no weapons or look-alike weapons are allowed.
Dress Code pageWhat's happening on Halloween day (Friday, Oct. 30)?
Junior high (6th–8th) breakfast is 8:30–9:00 a.m. in the gym. Fifth grade has its party earlier in the afternoon. The K–5 parade starts at 1:30 p.m. and circles the back field, where families can watch from around the outside, followed by K–5 classroom parties. If you plan to stay after the parade, please check in at the front office.
View the Halloween flyer
Who do I contact about special education?
Holly Cook is our Special Education Director: hcook@scholarcharter.org. She can help with IEPs, evaluations and special education services.
Specialists and supportWho do I contact with academic questions?
Assistant Principal Ashley Tignor handles academic questions: atignor@scholarcharter.org. For questions about a specific class, you can also email your child's teacher.
AdministrationWhat time is school out on the last day?
On the last day of school (Tuesday, May 25, 2027), students are released at 11:00 a.m. No lunch is served that day.
Open the yearly calendarI have a carpool concern or suggestion. Who do I tell?
We always want to improve, so please share your ideas with the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957). We've worked for many years to improve carpool, and we're proud that it's usually finished in about 17–18 minutes each day. Thanks for your patience and understanding.
Carpool pageWhy is the front crosswalk closed after school?
Too many students were crossing the main street after school, which was dangerous, so the school created a safety plan with the mayor and chief of police. The front crosswalk is closed after school, and traffic exits to the south near the apartments, where it's much slower. The goal is to keep everyone safe.
See the traffic mapHow soon do students need to be picked up after school?
Please pick students up within 15 minutes after school is out: by 3:15 p.m. on regular days and by 1:00 p.m. on 12:45 early release days. If you'll be late, call the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957).
Carpool pageAre parent-teacher conference days early out?
Yes. All parent-teacher conference days are early out days, and students are released at 12:45 p.m. This year's conferences are Thu., Nov. 19 (3–7 p.m.), Fri., Nov. 20 (1:30–4 p.m.) and Fri., Feb. 5 (1:30–4 p.m.).
Open the yearly calendarWho is Scout the Owl?
I'm Scout, Scholar Academy's mascot! I became the mascot at age 6 and celebrated with an owl dance party.
Meet ScoutHow can I volunteer or join the PTO?
The PTO is looking for officers and volunteers. Message Administration to get involved.
Parent OrganizationIs Scholar Academy hiring?
Current openings are listed on the Employment page, and you can apply on Teachers-Teachers.com.
See job openingsWhat clubs and sports are offered?
Scholar Academy offers sports, Student Council, Hope Squad, choir, school plays, robotics, chess and more.
See activitiesHow do I find my child's teacher or supply list?
The Teachers page lists every teacher's email, class website and supply list.
Teachers pageWho handles student behavior concerns?
Vice Principal Brandon Heaton ("Mr. B") handles behavior: bheaton@scholarcharter.org. For anything urgent, call 435-566-OWLS (6957).
Office staffWho do I contact about technology problems?
IT Administrator Karen Morgan can help: kmorgan@scholarcharter.org.
Office staffHow do I reach the school counselor?
School Counselor Sandra Arslanian's email is sarslanian@scholarcharter.org.
Office staffHow do I contact the principal?
Principal Jeff Hall's email is jhall@scholarcharter.org.
AdministrationHow do I contact the front office?
Call the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957). The school is at 928 N. 100 E., Tooele, UT 84074.
Office staffHow can I donate to the school?
Mail checks to Scholar Academy, 928 North 100 East, Tooele, UT 84074, or contact Principal Jeff Hall at jhall@scholarcharter.org.
Ways to giveCan I get a fee waiver?
Families who need help with school fees may qualify for a fee waiver. The Fees page links to the state's waiver forms.
Fee waiversHow do I pay school fees?
You can pay school fees online. The fee schedule for the year is on the Fees page.
Fees and paymentsHow does carpool work?
Morning drop-off is in front of the school, since the morning window is 45 minutes long. After school, pick-up uses both the front and back of the school, and the line is usually done in about 17–18 minutes. Please follow the traffic map and pick students up within 15 minutes after school is out.
Carpool pageHow do I apply for free or reduced lunch?
Apply online through Aspire. You need to apply again each school year.
Free and reduced mealsHow much does lunch cost?
Lunch is $2.20 for grades K–5 and $2.50 for grades 6–8. Breakfast is $1.50. Adult lunch is $3.00.
All meal pricesWhat if my child isn't selected in the lottery?
Your application stays in the pool for later lotteries this school year if a seat opens. Call 435-566-OWLS (6957) with questions.
Enrollment FAQDo siblings get preference?
Siblings of current students get preference. Once one child is accepted, brothers and sisters go on a sibling list and are offered seats as space opens.
Enrollment preferencesHow old does my child need to be for kindergarten?
Kindergartners must turn 5 on or before September 1 of the school year.
Enrollment detailsDoes it cost anything to attend?
No. Scholar Academy is a tuition-free public charter school for grades K–8, and there is no cost to apply.
How enrollment worksHow do I enroll my child?
Apply online during open enrollment, which begins in January. Seats are filled by a random lottery, and you'll be contacted by email if your child is selected.
Apply for 2026–27When is lunch and recess?
Lunch and recess times depend on the grade. The Schedule page lists them for grades K–5 and 6–8.
See bell schedulesWhat time does school start and end?
School starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. The warning bell rings at 8:25 a.m. Please pick students up by 3:15 p.m. Early release days are different.
See bell schedulesWhere are the annual notices?
Annual notices, including parent and student rights, are at the top of the Policies page.
Annual noticesHow do I report an absence?
Please call the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957) to report an absence.
What is the attendance policy?
Regular attendance is essential at Scholar Academy. The attendance policy explains the rules for absences and tardies.
Attendance policyWhere is the parent and student handbook?
The Parent Student Handbook explains school expectations for students and families.
Open the handbookWhere can I find school policies?
All board policies, annual notices and important forms are on the Policies page. You can also type the name of a policy, like "medication" or "bullying", and I'll look for it.
Go to PoliciesWhere can I see event flyers?
Flyers for upcoming events are on the homepage under Coming Up. Click a flyer to see it full size or print it.
See event flyersWhen are early release days?
Early release and advisory days follow a different bell schedule. The schedule lists the times for those days.
Early release schedulesWhere is the school calendar?
The 2026–27 yearly calendar shows holidays, breaks, early outs and other important dates.
Open the yearly calendarWho do I ask about the dress code?
Call the front office at 435-566-OWLS (6957). They can answer dress code questions.
Dress Code pageWhat is the dress code?
Scholar Academy students wear uniforms. The dress code flyer shows exactly what students may wear each day.
See the dress code flyerIs there a dress code video?
Yes. A short video and a podcast walk students and families through the dress code.
Watch on the Dress Code page