R277-444-1. Authority and Purpose

  (1) This rule is authorized by:

  (a) Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3, which vests general control and supervision of the public school system with the Board;

  (b) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to adopt rules in accordance with its responsibilities; and

  (c) Section 53E-3-501, which directs the Board to establish rules and standards for the public schools, including curriculum and instruction requirements.

  (2) The purpose of this rule is to provide for the distribution of money appropriated by the state to an arts or science organization that:

  (a) provides an educational service to a student or teacher; and

  (b) facilitates a student developing and using the knowledge, skills, and appreciation defined in an arts or science core standard.