Arizona Constitution Article 11 - EDUCATION
Here’s a summary of Article 11 of the Arizona Constitution, titled “Education”:
Article 11 – Education
This article outlines the state’s responsibility and framework for public education in Arizona.
Key Provisions:
Public Education System (§1)
The state shall provide for a general and uniform public school system.
Education must be free and open to all children in the state between certain ages.
Superintendent of Public Instruction (§2)
Establishes the office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to oversee the public school system.
Support for Schools (§3)
The state legislature must provide for the support and maintenance of the public school system.
School Districts (§4)
The constitution permits the establishment of school districts for managing local schools.
Higher Education (§5)
The state shall maintain a university system.
Religious Instruction (§6)
Prohibits religious instruction or worship in public schools.
Purpose:
To ensure all children in Arizona have access to free, uniform, and quality public education, governed and maintained by the state.
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