R277-730-1. Authority, Purpose, and Oversight Category

(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 53E-3-401, which requires the Board to establish rules regarding the administration of kindergarten standards. (2) The purpose of this rule is to establish minimum standards for half-day kindergarten programs in the state. (3) This rule is categorized as Category 2 as described in Rule R277-111.