Andrew Edtl is running for reelection to the Canyons School Board District 4 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.

Edtl holds the title of vice president of the Board of Education, according to the Canyons School District website. He has served on the board since 2023, according to his BallotReady profile. The district identifies him as the first African American to serve on its governing board.

District 4 encompasses parts of Sandy and Midvale. The race is nonpartisan. Canyons School District also serves Draper-area families.

Candidate information

  • Office sought: Canyons School Board, District 4
  • Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
  • Party: Nonpartisan
  • Ballot status: Certified for the ballot
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in business management, Western Governors University (2011); associate's degree in human resources management, Community College of the Air Force (2012); master's degree in business administration, Westminster College (2014)

Experience and public service

Edtl's background spans military service, retail management and school-district volunteerism, according to his BallotReady profile.

He served as a security operations specialist in the U.S. Air Force Reserve from 2004 to 2010 and as a civilian police officer with the U.S. Army from 2010 to 2011. He has served as chief of information protection with the Utah Air National Guard from 2010 to the present. He also worked as an assistant manager at Walmart from 2011 to 2014.

Within Canyons School District, Edtl has served as PTA president, school community council chairman, job coach and scout master with Boy Scouts of America, all in volunteer roles, according to the district website.

On the issues

Edtl outlined his priorities in responses submitted through BallotReady and posted on his campaign website. All positions below are the candidate's own statements.

Academic access and career pathways: Edtl said he is committed to ensuring students across the district can access advanced coursework, career and technical education programs, world languages, STEM opportunities and enrichment "regardless of ZIP code."

School safety: Edtl said he supports "practical, evidence-based measures" to strengthen school safety, including emergency preparedness, secure facilities and tools for educators. He said recently approved safety vestibule upgrades at Jordan and Corner Canyon high schools are examples of that work. He also said he would continue advocating for classrooms free from bullying and harassment.

Teacher support and retention: Edtl said he supports protecting planning time, improving scheduling and keeping workloads manageable so educators "can bring their best to the classroom and still have time for their families." He said professional development should be practical, relevant and accessible.

Facilities and fiscal stewardship: Edtl said he wants to prioritize upgrades to classrooms, labs, libraries and learning commons. He said he supports transparency around major projects and proactive maintenance to protect taxpayer investment.

Student wellness: Edtl said he supports the district's school-based telehealth program, which he said allows students and employees to meet with a healthcare provider during the school day. He said the program saves instructional time and limits time away from work.

This profile is based on publicly available information and the candidate's own submitted responses, not an interview.