Granite School District is looking to close these 3 elementary schools

The district says it is facing declining enrollment and must act. But parents are pushing back.

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) Buses wait outside Millcreek Elementary School at the end of the school day Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022. Millcreek and two other elementary schools were recommended to close under a proposal by the Granite School District.

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Granite School District is looking to close these 3 elementary schools

The district says it is facing declining enrollment and must act. But parents are pushing back.

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