R277-515-7. Violations of Professional Ethics

  (1) This rule establishes standards of ethical decorum and behavior for licensed educators in the state.

  (2) Beginning in the 2018-19 school year, to obtain a license or renew a license issued by the Board, a license applicant shall review this rule and execute a form as part of the licensure or renewal process verifying that the educator:

  (a) has read R277-515 and R277-516; and

  (b) understands that the educator's conduct is governed by R277-515 and R277-516.

  (3) An LEA shall:

  (a) annually train educators employed by the LEA on the Utah Educator Professional Standards described in Rules R277-515 and R277-516; and

  (b) provide written assurance of the training described in Subsection (3)(a) in accordance with R277-108.

  (4) Provisions of this rule do not prevent, circumvent, replace, nor mirror criminal or potential charges that may be issued against a professional educator.

  (5) The Board and Superintendent shall adhere to the provisions of this rule in licensing and disciplining a licensed Utah educator.

  (6) Reporting and employment provisions related to professional ethics are provided in:

  (a) Section 53G-11-406;

  (b) Section 53E-6-604;

  (c) Section 53G-8-503; and

  (d) Section R277-516-7.