R277-701-4. Distribution and Use of Funds for AP and IB Programs

(1) The Superintendent shall distribute the total allocation for Enhancement of Accelerated Students program as follows after setting aside the requisite funding described in Subsection 53F-2-408.5(3): (a) 40% of the total allocation to AP and IB programs as described in Rule R277-701; and (b) 60% of the total allocation to LEAs to support Gifted and Talented programs as described in Rule R277-707. (2)(a) The Superintendent shall determine funding to be awarded to an LEA's IB programs by: (i) the number of IB programs at each school; and (ii) the exam costs for students experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage. (b) The Superintendent shall determine 30% of the funding to be awarded for LEA AP programs by: (i) dividing the number of students enrolled in an LEA's AP classes by the total enrollment of students in AP classes throughout the state; and (ii) multiplying the result from Subsection (2)(b)(i) by 30% of the total AP allocation. (c) The Superintendent shall determine 70% of the funding to be awarded for LEA AP programs by: (i) dividing the number of students in the LEA receiving a three or higher on an AP examination by the total number of students receiving a three or higher on an AP examination throughout the state; and (ii) multiplying the result from Subsection (2)(c)(i) by 70% of the total AP allocation. (3) An LEA may use the LEA's allocation of funds for: (a) professional learning for teachers; (b) identification of underrepresented students; (c) Advanced Placement courses; (d) International Baccalaureate programs; or (e) International Baccalaureate test fees of eligible low-income students. (4) An LEA shall use at least a portion of the LEA's allocation for Advanced Placement test fees of eligible low-income students, as defined in Section 53F-2-408.5.