Rhode Island Code of Regulations Title 200 - Board of Education
Rhode Island Code of Regulations Title 200 – Board of Education encompasses the state's educational policies, standards, and administrative procedures. The regulations are organized into several chapters and subchapters, each addressing different aspects of education in Rhode Island.
📘 Overview of Title 200 – Board of Education
Chapter 10 – Board of Education
Subchapter 00 – General Provisions
Part 1 – Regulations for Dual Enrollment (200-RICR-10-00-1): Outlines policies allowing secondary school students to enroll in postsecondary courses to satisfy academic requirements and earn credits at public postsecondary institutions. (rules.sos.ri.gov)
Chapter 20 – Council on Elementary and Secondary Education
Subchapter 05 – General and School Operations
Part 1 – Regulations Governing the School Calendar and Length of the School Day: Establishes guidelines for the academic calendar and daily school schedules.
Part 2 – Charter School Regulations (200-RICR-20-05-2): Provides the framework for the operation and oversight of charter schools in Rhode Island.
Part 4 – Rhode Island School Construction Regulations: Details the procedures and standards for the construction and renovation of school facilities.
Part 5 – Regulations Governing Cooperative Service Agreements Among School Districts (200-RICR-20-05-5): Encourages collaboration between school districts to share resources and services.
Part 6 – Regulations Governing the Intervention and Support for Failing Schools: Sets forth strategies for assisting schools that are underperforming.
Subchapter 10 – Academic Standards, Programs, and Operations
Part 1 – Basic Education Program (200-RICR-20-10-1): Defines the core curriculum and educational standards for K-12 education in Rhode Island.
Part 2 – Secondary Design: Middle and High School Learning Environments and the Rhode Island Diploma System (200-RICR-20-10-2): Establishes expectations for middle and high school learning environments and the criteria for earning a Rhode Island diploma.
Part 3 – Regulations Governing Career and Technical Education in Rhode Island (200-RICR-20-10-3): Outlines the standards and expectations for career and technical education programs.
Part 4 – Regulations Governing the Rhode Island High School Equivalency Program (200-RICR-20-10-4): Provides the framework for the high school equivalency testing and certification process.
Part 5 – Virtual Learning in Rhode Island (200-RICR-20-10-5): Sets guidelines for online education, ensuring access to high-quality virtual learning opportunities.
Part 6 – Regulations on Comprehensive Early Childhood Education (CECE) Programs: Establishes standards for early childhood education programs.
Subchapter 15 – Civil Rights
Part 1 – Regulations Governing Protections for Students' Rights to be Free from Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Gender, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression (200-RICR-20-15-1): Ensures that students are protected from discrimination in educational settings.
Subchapter 20 – Educator Quality and Certification
Part 1 – Regulations Governing the Certification of Educators in Rhode Island (200-RICR-20-20-1): Details the requirements and processes for educator certification.
Part 2 – Teacher Competency in English (200-RICR-20-20-2): Sets standards for English language proficiency for teachers.
Part 3 – Educator Evaluation Systems Standards: Outlines the criteria and processes for evaluating educator performance.
Part 5 – Regulations for Approval of Non-Public Schools in Rhode Island: Provides the framework for the approval and oversight of non-public schools.
Part 6 – Right to Read: Ensures that all students have the right to learn to read effectively.
Subchapter 25 – Student Health and Safety
Part 1 – Regulations Governing Protections for Students' Rights to be Free from Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Gender, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression (200-RICR-20-25-1): Focuses on safeguarding students' health and safety in educational environments.
Subchapter 30 – Student Supports
Part 1 – Regulations Governing the Provision of Student Support Services: Establishes guidelines for providing support services to students.
Subchapter 35 – Procedures
Part 1 – Regulations Governing the Procedures for the Adoption of Rules and Regulations: Details the processes for adopting educational rules and regulations.
For more detailed information or to access specific regulations, you can visit the official Rhode Island Code of Regulations website: (rules.sos.ri.gov).
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