R277-527-1. Authority and Purpose

  (1) This rule is authorized by:

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

  (b) Section 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; and

  (c) Section 53A-1-402(1)(a) which directs the Board to establish rules and minimum standards for the qualification and licensing of educators and ancillary personnel who provide direct student services.

  (2) The purpose of this rule is to establish procedures for qualified international guest teachers who meet the definition of Section R277-527-1 to be effectively hired and placed by a Utah LEA with assistance and direction from the Superintendent to encourage cultural exchange and foreign language development among Utah public school students.