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Wildflower resident urges board to keep neighborhood tied to Saratoga Springs schools
Summary
A Wildflower Development resident told the Alpine School District Board of Education she opposes proposed boundary changes that would assign her neighborhood to Eagle Mountain schools, saying the change would fragment community ties, lengthen commutes and disrupt students’ placements such as Spanish immersion.
At the Alpine School District Board of Education meeting, resident Lindsay Clausen spoke during the public comment period to urge the board to reconsider a proposed boundary change that would move the Wildflower Development from Saratoga Springs schools to schools in Eagle Mountain.
Clausen said the change would separate a neighborhood that many families chose because of proximity to Saratoga Springs schools and programs such as Spanish immersion. "Many of us chose to live in Wildflower because of its proximity to Saratoga schools and the strong programs offered there like Spanish immersion," she said. "I urge the board to reconsider this proposal. Keep Wildflower together and keep us connected to the Saratoga Springs schools and community that we chose to be a part of."
Clausen described social and logistical impacts: splitting playgroups and church communities that cross the Mountain View Corridor, complicating carpools and parental involvement, and creating longer commutes — concerns she said are magnified by ongoing road construction and winter travel conditions. She said repeated boundary adjustments create uncertainty for families and can be particularly disruptive for students with special needs or anxiety.
Board procedure and next steps
The board did not discuss the substance of the boundary proposal during public comment; board members said they would arrange for staff follow-up as appropriate. The public comment period was limited to patrons who live within district boundaries; staff noted that outsiders may submit written comments online.
Ending: resident request
Clausen closed by asking the board to "keep Wildflower together" and to maintain the neighborhood's connection to Saratoga Springs schools. The board acknowledged her remarks and moved on to scheduled business.
