R277-524-1. Authority and Purpose

  A. This rule is authorized by Utah Constitution, Article X, Section 3 which vests general control and supervision of public education in the Board, Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which gives the Board authority to adopt rules in accordance with its responsibilities, Subsection 53E-3-501(1)(a)(i), which requires the Board to establish rules and minimum standards for the public schools regarding the qualification and certification of educators and ancillary personnel who provide direct student services, and NCLB, P.L. 107-110, Title 1, Sec, 1119 which requires that each local education agency receiving assistance under this part shall ensure that all paraprofessionals shall be appropriately qualified.

  B. The purpose of this rule is to designate appropriate assignments of paraprofessionals and qualifications for paraprofessionals hired before and after January 6, 2002 consistent with NCLB requirements.

  C. This rule establishes the formula for distribution of Paraeducator funding under Section 53F-2-411 to eligible schools. The rule provides minimum standards for use of funds and reporting requirements.