15564637, 6M-8.603 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

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Notice: 15564637

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Division:

Division of Early Learning

Chapter:

Division of Early Learning - Voluntary Prekindergarten Program

Overview

RULE:

6M-8.603

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Provider on Probation and Required to Apply for a Good Cause Exemption

PURPOSE:

The purpose of the revised rule is to update procedures for how a VPK provider that has been placed on probation for two consecutive years or more and subsequently fails to meet the minimum rate may apply for a good cause exemption to maintain eligibility to offer VPK services.

SUMMARY:

The revised rule includes the requirements for a VPK provider that has remained on probation for two consecutive years or more and subsequently fails to meet the minimum rate. Provider must apply for and be granted a good cause exemption so that the provider does not lose eligibility to offer the VPK program. The rule revisions update and clarify the process for submitting an application for good cause exemption and the criteria for granting a good cause exemption.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

1001.213(2), 1002.69(7), 1002.79 FS.

LAW:

1002.67(4), 1002.69(7), FS.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

1/21/2015 Vol. 41/13

COMMENTS:

From 1/21/2015 To 2/11/2015 (21 Days)
The public comment period for this notice has already expired.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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