No. 29495: R277-705. Secondary School Completion and Diplomas

DAR File No.: 29495
Filed: 02/02/2007, 05:24
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Subsections 53A-1-402(1)(b) and (c) direct the State Board of Education to make rules regarding competency levels, graduation requirements, curriculum, and instruction requirements. Section 53A-1-603 directs the State Board of Education to adopt rules for the conduct and administration of U-PASS.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

One local superintendent wrote asking for clarification during a period the rule was under discussion. He raised questions about students with disabilities; adult education students; a possibility for a sixth testing opportunity; a possible appeals process; and the wording on the diploma.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule provides clear direction that is necessary for schools/school districts on methods for students to earn and schools/school districts for awarding credit. The rule also provides clear direction to schools/school districts on awarding diplomas. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Education
Administration
250 E 500 S
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84111-3272

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Carol Lear at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7835, by FAX at 801-538-7768, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Carol Lear, Director, School Law and Legislation