1. (1) This rule is authorized by:

   1. (a) Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3, which vests general control and supervision over public education in the Board;
   2. (b) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah constitution and state law;
   3. (c) Section 53E-3-507.1, which establishes the Catalyst Center Grant Program; and
   4. (d) Section 53F-9-204, which describes legislative appropriation for the program.
2. (2) The purpose of this rule is to establish standards and procedures for Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to qualify for and administer funds from the Catalyst Center Grant Program to create new or expand existing catalyst centers to enhance career readiness and align students' skills with Utah's workforce needs.
3. (3) This Rule R277- 731 is categorized as Category 4 as described in Rule R277-111.

KEY: catalyst center, grant program, career readiness, workforce development, profession-based learning

Date of Last Change: January 7, 2026

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-401(4); 53E-3-507.1; 53F-9-204