We are moving back to SLC this Summer w. a pre-schooler and 1st-Grader; we are NOT LDS. I am familiar with the

culture of SLC, and wonder if my kids may feel "left out" bc they are not LDS. Would appreciate honest, objective answers; thanks so much. Travis

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We just moved to the SLC area a few weeks ago, my kindergartener and fifth grader attend Orchard Elementary. We are non-LDS, but live in a higjly LDS neighborhood. I've never felt so welcome by neighbors as I do here, both LDS and non-LDS. My kids have made fast friends already with LDS and non-LDS, and questions of faith have yet to arise, but I expect they will at some point. We are a military family, and move around every 2-4 years, so it's important to get a running start whenever we settle somewhere new. So far this has been the easiest place to settle, and I was really skeptical! Yes the school is a bit crowded, but the teachers are full of energy and experience, and this is the first time I've heard my oldest say that he actually likes his teacher and his school! Phew!
To sum it all up, bury those perceptions & go in with an open mind - SLC may just surprise you! Oh, and have you heard about the sunsets here? Absolutely stunning every night!!! Wow!

We also just moved "back" to SLC this past winter. My husband and myself were born here. We are not LDS but live in a community that has a pretty high ratio of LDS people. They have been very accepting and welcoming of us and our two young children (Kindergarten and 3rd grade). There is a huge stigma about 'LDS' people, some are judgmental but a lot aren't. They have great family values and I have no problem with my children being around any of the kids we have met. We LOVE the neighborhood we are in. The elementary school is great, William Penn elementary. The parents are very involved and the school is a good mix of academics and the arts. This is my 3rd graders favorite school that he has gone to. They learn a lot, but have a lot of fun at school as well. I don't really have any recommendations for preschool however.

I have worked a little with Woodrow Wilson Elementary in South Salt Lake. I think the diversity in religion as well as culture, language, etc. provides a very accepting atmosphere.

Thought you might find these two news stories about top schools in Utah of interest. They were just broadcast this past week.

www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=6223798
www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=690&sid=6744548

The neighborhood around Skyline High School is awesome! I highly recommend it. We live just down the street. The high school, jr. high and elementary school are all within walking distance. It is an older, more established neighborhood, but the people here really care about their kid's education and are very accepting of everyone. If you are searching for homes in this area, it is zip code 84109. Good luck!

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