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Board tightens rule language on absenteeism and truancy after lengthy debate on definitions and reporting
Summary
R277-607 (Absenteeism and Truancy Prevention) was approved after extended discussion and several amendments to align rule text with statute, clarify required efforts by LEAs, and specify reporting expectations. Board members debated whether to repeat statutory language in the rule and how student-level absentee data are reported and used.
The Utah State Board of Education approved R277-607 (Absenteeism and Truancy Prevention) on second and final reading after an extended discussion over definitions, statutory cross-references and reporting requirements.
Board members debated whether to repeat statutory text inside the rule or instead reference code sections. Some members and staff said including the statutory language in the board rule created a practical "one-stop" reference for LEA staff who frequently consult multiple code sections. Others argued the rule should avoid verbatim repetitions of statute and instead point readers to the specific statutory definitions.
Several specific changes were adopted. The board amended the rule to say the duties of an LEA governing board include…
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