1. (1) To qualify for a funding distribution outlined in Subsection (2), an LEA shall:

   1. (a) have a plan for college and career readiness consistent with Sections 53E-2-304 and R277-462-5;
   2. (b) have an approved student success framework described in Section 53G-7-1304;

   3. (c) at least once every six years, participate in an on-site program review conducted by the Superintendent which shall assess the components of the program as outlined in Section R277-462-3:

      1. (i) collaborative classroom instruction;
      2. (ii) implementation of the plan for college and career readiness;
      3. (iii) program contribution to achieving the student success framework;
      4. (iv) systemic dropout prevention; and
      5. (v) overall administration of the program.
   4. (d) at least once every three years conduct an internal on-site review consistent with elements of the on-site review conducted by the Superintendent;
   5. (e) ensure the school's program is self-evaluated annually;
   6. (f) participate in statewide trainings provided by the Superintendent;
   7. (g) provide adequate resources and program management to each program within the LEA;

   8. (h) conduct a program needs assessment with relevant stakeholders at least once every three years;

      1. (i) submit an annual school-based data project demonstrating program or intervention effectiveness by June 15;
   9. (j) provide evidence of LEA governing board approval of the program;

   10. (k) demonstrate parental involvement in the program including advisory council participation;

       1. (l) integrate collaborative classroom instruction consistent with standards identified by the LEA;
   11. (m) maintain the required school counselor to student ratio described in Section R277-462-6;
   12. (n) design a program that includes the needs of diverse students; and
   13. (o) provide assistance for students in career literacy and future decision-making skills.

2. (2) An LEA that meets the requirements in Subsection (1) may receive a funding distribution as follows:

   1. (a) a WPU base for the first 400 students; and
   2. (b) a per student distribution for each additional student beyond 400 students, up to 1,200 students.
3. (3) An LEA shall use the October 1 enrollment count of the previous fiscal year when determining the distribution amount to request.

KEY: public education, counselors

Date of Last Change: December 10, 2024

Notice of Continuation: April 15, 2024

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-2-304(2)(b); 53E-3-401(4)