No. 43636 (5-year Review): Rule R277-463. Class Size Average and Pupil-Teacher Ratio Reporting

DAR File No.: 43636
Filed: 04/08/2019 04:08:08 PM

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:

This rule is authorized by Utah Constitution, Article X, Section 3, which places general control and supervision of the public school system under the Utah State Board of Education (Board); Section 53E-3-301, which directs the Board to report average class sizes and pupil-teacher ratios; and Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah Constitution and state law.

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

There were no written comments received.

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

This rule continues to be necessary because it establishes uniform class size and pupil-teacher ratio reporting procedures, including definitions and codes. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

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

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

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Angela Stallings at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7550, by FAX at 801-538-7768, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

04/08/2019

Authorized by:

Angela Stallings, Deputy Superintendent of Policy

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