Please see the following information from USBE concerning the Digital Literacy Strands and Standards.
What: A public comment period for Digital Literacy standards will run from November 5, 2026 to December 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Who: USBE invites educators, parents, industry partners, higher education representatives, community stakeholders, and members of the public to review and provide feedback on Draft 1 of the Digital Literacy Strands and Standards.
Your input is an important part of the standards revision process and will help ensure that Utah students receive high-quality, relevant, and rigorous digital literacy instruction.
When: Public Comment Timeline
Public Comment Opens: November 5, 2026
Public Comment Closes: December 4, 2026
Comments received after the closing date may not be considered during this review cycle.
Review the Supporting Documents
Before submitting feedback, please review the following materials:
Utah Code: 53-E-4-210 Digital Skills Education and Course Standards
Utah State Board Rule: R277-700 The Elementary and Secondary School General Core
Reviewers are encouraged to consider:
Alignment with Utah Code and Board Rule requirements
Age and grade-level appropriateness (Grade 7 or Grade 8)
Clarity and organization of standards
Relevance to current digital literacy practices and student needs
Accuracy and completeness of content
Rigor and progression of learning expectations
How to Submit Feedback
All comments must be submitted using the official Public Comment Form:
To facilitate efficient review of comments, please:
Provide clear and constructive feedback.
Included proposed revisions when possible.
Explain rationale for suggested changes.
Comments submitted through email or other communication channels may not be included in the official review process.
Review and Revision Process
Following the close of the public comment period:
All submitted comments will be reviewed by the standards writing committee and USBE staff.
Feedback will be analyzed to identify recommended revisions.
Revisions may be incorporated into a subsequent draft of standards.
Updated drafts may undergo additional review prior to final consideration by the Utah State Board of Education.
Submission of a comment does not guarantee that a suggested revision will be adopted; however, all feedback will be carefully considered.
Information: Questions regarding the Digital Literacy Strands and Standards revision process may be directed to: ashley.higgs@schools.utah.gov, (801) 538-7594.