R277-489-1. Authority and Purpose  


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  •   (1) This rule is authorized by:

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

      (b) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which permits the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah constitution and state law; and

      (c) Section 53F-2-507, which directs the Board to distribute funds appropriated for the early intervention program to LEAs that apply for the funds.

      (2) The purpose of this rule is to require LEAs to administer a kindergarten entry and exit assessment and establish criteria and procedures to administer the early intervention program.