§ 22-2-8. School standards

The state board [department] shall prescribe standards for all public schools in the state. A copy of these standards shall be furnished by the department to each local school board, local superintendent and school principal. The standards shall include standards for the following areas: A. curriculum, including academic content and performance standards; B. organization and administration of education; C. the keeping of records, including financial records prescribed by the department; D. membership accounting; E. teacher preparation; F. the physical condition of public school buildings and grounds; and G. educational facilities of public schools, including laboratories and libraries.