North Salt Lake Campus
September 21, 2026
Dear Parents, Guardians, Students and Staff,We are excited to share the September issue of Spectrum Inspires, Spectrum Academy’s monthly newsletter!Our latest issue is packed with helpful resources...
September 21, 2026
Don’t forget! Elementary School Picture Day is Thursday, September 24th!Get those smiles ready! 😊📅 Thursday, September 24📷 Picture Package OptionsDIGITAL PACKAGES One Photo: $30 Full Digital Album:...
September 18, 2026
This weeks literacy tips are ways we can use things in our environment to build literacy skills. Happy reading!
September 17, 2026
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September 14, 2026
It’s official — the Designed by Spectrum T-Shirt Design Contest kicks off today!It’s time to get creative and show us what you’ve got! We’re looking for designs that capture Spectrum pride, creativ...
Spectrum Academy Charter School is a place where every student is welcomed, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in creating a vibrant and supportive learning environment where curiosity is celebrated and lifelong learners are made. Find out how neurodiverse learners thrive in our unique environment.
HOME OF THE WOLVES
Spectrum Academy S.T.A.R.S.
520 Cutler Dr.
North Salt Lake, UT 84054
Phone: (801) 936-0318 x4
Grades: Kindergarten – 12th+ Grade
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Instruction Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Welcome to Spectrum Academy STARS! I’m so glad you’ve found your way to our school community—a place where every student is celebrated for exactly who they are, and where our mission is to support each learner in growing with confidence in an environment built on care, connection, and respect.
Our school is built on strong relationships—with students, families, and staff. We believe that collaboration with families is essential, and we value your voice and insights as we work together to build meaningful, personalized learning experiences. Every success, no matter how big or small, is celebrated here because we know how hard our students are working to grow.
Thank you for being part of our STARS family. We are excited for all the learning, growth, and joy this year will bring. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Katie Hart, Principal
Message Me
At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to purpose, guided by a clear mission, an inspiring vision for the future, and core values that define who we are and drive everything we do.
Spectrum Academy is the premier charter school in Utah for students with autism and other neurodiversities who would benefit from our unique learning environment. We provide small class sizes, with individualized instruction and an innovative social skills curriculum. We help students reach their fullest potential academically, socially, and emotionally, leading to productive and successful futures.
RESPECT
We treat others with dignity and honor their views and opinions, even if we disagree. We build healthy relationships, promote empathy and understanding that facilitate productive communication and foster personal growth.
INTEGRITY
We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.
COLLABORATION
We value the partnership between students, families, educators, and the community in creating a successful learning environment.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT AND INNOVATION
We constantly implement incremental improvements driven by data and embrace new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning to maximize student potential.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO:
Spectrum Academy is made up of over six hundred knowledgeable, compassionate, creative and determined educators who work together for the benefit of each and every student.
Our employees share a passion for the mission and have a genuine concern for all students, families and their co-workers.
Staff Directories
Rules, guidelines, and principles are established by the School Board of Directors to guide the actions, decisions, and conduct within Spectrum Academy.
These policies are designed to provide a framework for governance, ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and set expectations for Spectrum Academy students and employees.
Meet the Board Members Policies and Procedures
At Spectrum Academy, we offer an unparalleled education program complete with a unique learning environment that affords our students every opportunity to thrive in the classroom and reach their highest potential.
We believe in a holistic approach to student success, one that actively involves family collaboration and utilizes proactive interventions. These are the essential pieces that empower us to best support our neurodiverse learners, ensuring they thrive not just academically, but in all areas of life.
