1. (1) "Classroom teacher" means the same as the term is defined in Section 53F-2-527.

2. (2)(a) "Comprehensive Administration of Credentials for Teachers in Utah Schools file" or "CACTUS file" means the electronic file maintained by the Superintendent on all licensed Utah educators.

   1. (b) A CACTUS file includes:

      1. (i) personal directory information;
      2. (ii) educational background;
      3. (iii) endorsements;
      4. (iv) employment history;
      5. (v) professional development information; and
      6. (vi) a record of disciplinary action taken against the educator.
   2. (c) Information contained in an individual's CACTUS file is available to the individual, but is classified private or protected under Section 63G-2-302 or 305 and is accessible only to specific designated individuals.
3. (3) "Field trip" means a district, or school authorized excursion for educational purposes.
4. (4) "LEA" for purposes of this rule, includes the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
5. (5) "Teaching supplies and materials" means the same as the term is defined in Section 53F-2-527.

6. (6)(a) "Utah Schools Information Management System" or "USIMS" means a comprehensive tool maintained by the Superintendent for collecting, processing, providing oversight, and report on education data for the state.

   1. (b) "USIMS" is the successor to the CACTUS database, which maintains data on educator licenses as described in Subsection (2).

KEY: teachers, supplies

Date of Last Change: August 7, 2024

Notice of Continuation: November 15, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-501(1)(b); 53F-2-527