R277-553-3. Remediation and Probation

  (1)(a) An authorizer shall develop a written policy documenting the process and for remediation of any deficiencies identified through the processes outlined in Section R277-553-2.

  (b) An authorizer shall submit a copy of their remediation policy to the Board for approval along with their policy for approving new charters under Section R277-552-3.

  (c) Notwithstanding Subsection (b), each authorizer shall submit a remediation policy to the Board for approval by January 1, 2020.

  (2) If a school fails to remedy deficiencies through the remediation process, an authorizer may place the school on probation for no longer than one calendar year.

  (3) Upon placing a school on probation, an authorizer shall set forth a written plan outlining those provisions in the charter agreement, applicable laws, rules, and regulations with which the school is not in compliance.

  (4) The written plan required by Subsection (3) shall:

  (a) set forth the terms, conditions, and timeline that the school shall follow in order to be removed from probation; and

  (b) a plan for further remedial action if the school fails to comply with probationary terms.

  (5) If a school complies with the terms of the written plan within the timeline prescribed, the authorizer shall remove the school from probation.

  (6) A school may request a single extension of no more than six months from an authorizer to comply with the terms of the written plan.

  (7) If a school fails to satisfy the terms of the written plan within the established timeline, the authorizer shall propose to terminate the school's charter.

  (8) While a school is on probation, the school may seek technical assistance from the authorizer to remedy any deficiencies.

  (9) An authorizer may, for good cause, or if the health, safety, or welfare of the students at the school is threatened at any time during the probationary period, terminate the charter immediately.

  (10) An authorizer shall notify the Superintendent in writing within 30 days of any probationary terms imposed under this Section R277-553-3.

  (11) An authorizer shall comply with the notification requirements in Section 53G-5-504 if the authorizer approves a motion to terminate a charter.