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FL Stat § 1001.21 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.21 - Office of Private Schools and Home Education Programs.

1001.21 Office of Private Schools and Home Education Programs.—The state recognizes the contributions of private schools and home education programs in providing alternatives to public school education. These nongovernmental educational systems serve the public, but are not considered to be a part of the public system of education.(1) The Office of Private Schools and Home Education Programs is established within the Department of Education. The Department of Education and the Commissioner of Education have no authority over the institutions or students served by the office. The office shall:(a) Serve the interests of students and the parents of students in private schools and home education programs.(b) Serve the interests of private institutions.(c) Provide general information to the public about private and home education delivery systems.(2) The Commissioner of Education shall appoint an executive director for the office who shall:(a) Serve as a source of communication between private schools, home education programs, the Commissioner of Education, and the State Board of Education.(b) Evaluate pending policy to ensure that the policy does not subject private schools and home education programs to additional regulation or mandates.(c) Establish a clearinghouse of information for the public.(d) Foster a collaborative spirit and working relationship among private schools, home education programs, and the public sector.(e) Identify and convey the best practices of private schools and home education programs for the benefit of the public and private education delivery sectors.(f) Represent issues and concerns relating to home education programs and private schools on all applicable ad hoc advisory bodies.History.—s. 27, ch. 2002-387.
FL Stat § 1001.22 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.22 - Commission for Independent Education.

1001.22 Commission for Independent Education.—The Commission for Independent Education shall authorize granting of certificates, diplomas, and degrees for independent postsecondary educational institutions pursuant to chapter 1005.History.—s. 28, ch. 2002-387.
FL Stat § 1001.23 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.23 - Specific powers and duties of the Department of Education.

1001.23 Specific powers and duties of the Department of Education.—In addition to all other duties assigned to it by law or by rule of the State Board of Education, the department shall:(1) Implement a training program to develop among state and district educators a cadre of facilitators of school improvement in accordance with the provisions of chapter 1008.(2) Identify the needs of the state system of public education as they relate to the development and production of materials used in instruction, in accordance with the requirements of chapter 1006.(3) After complying with the provisions of s. 257.37, the Department of Education may:(a) Photograph, microphotograph, or reproduce on film or prints, documents, records, data, and information of a permanent character and destroy any of the documents after they have been photographed and after audit of the department has been completed for the period embracing the dates of the instruments. Photographs or microphotographs in the form of film or prints made in compliance with the provisions of this subsection shall have the same force and effect as the originals would have, and shall be treated as originals for the purpose of their admissibility in evidence. Duly certified or authenticated reproductions of such photographs or microphotographs shall be admitted in evidence equally with the original photographs or microphotographs.(b) Destroy general correspondence that is over 3 years old; records of bills, accounts, vouchers, and requisitions that are over 5 years old and copies of which have been filed with the Chief Financial Officer; and other records, papers, and documents over 3 years old that do not serve as part of an agreement or understanding and do not have value as permanent records.(4) Notwithstanding the provisions of chapter 286, have the authority to hold patents, copyrights, trademarks, and service marks. The department may take any action necessary to enforce its rights with respect to such patents, copyrights, trademarks, and service marks or enter into a transaction to sell, lease, license, or transfer such rights for monetary gain or other consideration at the discretion of the department. The department shall notify the Department of State in writing when property rights by patent, copyright, trademark, or service mark are secured by the department. Except for educational materials and products, any proceeds received by the department from the exercise of such rights shall be deposited in the department’s Operating Trust Fund.History.—s. 29, ch. 2002-387; s. 1943, ch. 2003-261; s. 12, ch. 2004-484; s. 27, ch. 2021-10; s. 1, ch. 2021-157.
FL Stat § 1001.24 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.24 - Direct-support organization; use of property; board of directors; audit.

1001.24 Direct-support organization; use of property; board of directors; audit.—(1) DEFINITIONS.—For the purposes of this section, the term:(a) “Department of Education direct-support organization” means an organization:1. That is a corporation not for profit that is incorporated under the provisions of chapter 617 and approved by the Department of State.2. That is organized and operated exclusively to receive, hold, invest, and administer property and to make expenditures to or for the benefit of public prekindergarten through 12th grade education in this state.3. That the State Board of Education, after review, has certified to be operating in a manner consistent with the goals and best interest of the Department of Education.(b) “Personal services” includes full-time or part-time personnel, as well as payroll processing.(2) USE OF PROPERTY.—The State Board of Education:(a) May permit the use of property, facilities, and personal services of the department by the direct-support organization, subject to the provisions of this section.(b) Shall prescribe by rule conditions with which the direct-support organization must comply in order to use property, facilities, or personal services of the department. Such rules shall provide for budget and audit review and for oversight by the department.(c) Shall not permit the use of property, facilities, or personal services of the direct-support organization if such organization does not provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or religion.(3) BOARD OF DIRECTORS.—The board of directors of the department direct-support organization shall be appointed by the commissioner and shall include representation from business, industry, and other components of Florida’s economy.(4) ANNUAL AUDIT.—Each direct-support organization shall provide for an annual financial audit in accordance with s. 215.981. The identity of donors who desire to remain anonymous shall be protected, and that anonymity shall be maintained in the auditor’s report. All records of the organization other than the auditor’s report, management letter, and any supplemental data requested by the Auditor General and the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability shall be confidential and exempt from the provisions of s. 119.07(1).History.—s. 30, ch. 2002-387.
FL Stat § 1001.271 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.271 - Florida Information Resource Network.

1001.271 Florida Information Resource Network.—The Commissioner of Education shall facilitate and coordinate the use of the Florida Information Resource Network by school districts, educational institutions in the Florida College System, universities, and other eligible users.History.—s. 3, ch. 2009-59; s. 14, ch. 2011-5; s. 5, ch. 2011-55.
FL Stat § 1001.28 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.28 - Distance learning duties.

1001.28 Distance learning duties.—The duties of the Department of Education concerning distance learning include, but are not limited to, the duty to:(1) Facilitate the implementation of a statewide coordinated system and resource system for cost-efficient advanced telecommunications services and distance education which will increase overall student access to education.(2) Coordinate the use of existing resources, including, but not limited to, the state’s satellite transponders, the Florida Information Resource Network (FIRN), and distance learning initiatives.(3) Assist in the coordination of the utilization of the production and uplink capabilities available through Florida’s public television stations, eligible facilities, independent colleges and universities, private firms, and others as needed.(4) Seek the assistance and cooperation of Florida’s cable television providers in the implementation of the statewide advanced telecommunications services and distance learning network.(5) Seek the assistance and cooperation of Florida’s telecommunications carriers to provide affordable student access to advanced telecommunications services and to distance learning.(6) Coordinate partnerships for development, acquisition, use, and distribution of distance learning.(7) Secure and administer funding for programs and activities for distance learning from federal, state, local, and private sources and from fees derived from services and materials.(8) Hire appropriate staff which may include a position that shall be exempt from part II of chapter 110 and is included in the Senior Management Service in accordance with s. 110.205.Nothing in this section shall be construed to abrogate, supersede, alter, or amend the powers and duties of any state agency, district school board, Florida College System institution board of trustees, university board of trustees, the Board of Governors, or the State Board of Education.History.—s. 34, ch. 2002-387; s. 73, ch. 2007-217; s. 4, ch. 2009-59; s. 15, ch. 2011-5; s. 6, ch. 2011-55; s. 4, ch. 2013-45.
FL Stat § 1001.281 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.281 - Operating Trust Fund.

1001.281 Operating Trust Fund.—(1) The Operating Trust Fund, FLAIR number 48-2-510, is created within the Department of Education.(2) The fund is established for use as a depository for funds to be used for program operations funded by program revenues. Moneys to be credited to the trust fund include, but are not limited to, revenues received from the payment of fees associated with high school equivalency examinations.(3) Notwithstanding s. 216.301 and pursuant to s. 216.351, any balance in the trust fund at the end of any fiscal year shall remain in the trust fund at the end of the year and shall be available for carrying out the purpose of the trust fund.History.—s. 1, ch. 2007-20; s. 2, ch. 2011-23; s. 5, ch. 2013-45.
FL Stat § 1001.282 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.282 - Administrative Trust Fund.

1001.282 Administrative Trust Fund.—(1) The Administrative Trust Fund, FLAIR number 48-2-021, is created within the Department of Education.(2) The fund is established for use as a depository for funds to be used for management activities that are department-wide in nature and funded by indirect cost earnings or assessments against trust funds. Moneys to be credited to the trust fund include indirect cost reimbursements from grantors, administrative assessments against trust funds, interest earnings, and other appropriate administrative fees.(3) Notwithstanding s. 216.301 and pursuant to s. 216.351, any balance in the trust fund at the end of any fiscal year shall remain in the trust fund at the end of the year and shall be available for carrying out the purpose of the trust fund.History.—s. 1, ch. 2007-21; s. 2, ch. 2011-24.
FL Stat § 1001.283 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.283 - Welfare Transition Trust Fund.

1001.283 Welfare Transition Trust Fund.—(1) The Welfare Transition Trust Fund is created within the Department of Education.(2) The trust fund is established for use as a depository for receiving federal funds under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program. Trust fund moneys shall be used exclusively for the purpose of providing services to individuals eligible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families pursuant to the requirements and limitations of part A of Title IV of the Social Security Act, as amended, or any other applicable federal requirement or limitation. Funds credited to the trust fund consist of those funds collected from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Block Grant.History.—s. 1, ch. 2011-157; s. 2, ch. 2014-42.
FL Stat § 1001.29 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.29 - Discounted computers and Internet access for students.

1001.29 Discounted computers and Internet access for students.—(1) There is created a program to offer computers and Internet access at a discounted price to students enrolled in grades 5 through 12 in a public school, including a charter school, or a home education program in the state.(2) The Department of Education shall negotiate with computer manufacturers and with nonprofit corporations that obtain reconditioned computer hardware concerning:(a) The prices of discounted computers and whether computer accessories such as printers or scanners will be offered to the students at reduced prices.(b) Specialized software and hardware packages, including, but not limited to:1. A word processor.2. Software and hardware necessary to enable broadband Internet access.3. An operating system.(c) The type of warranty that is to be provided to the students and whether an extended warranty will be available to the students and under what terms.(3) The Department of Education shall negotiate with broadband Internet access providers concerning the prices of discounted broadband Internet access packages. In areas in which broadband Internet access is not currently available, the department shall negotiate with non-broadband Internet access providers.(4) The State Board of Education shall adopt rules concerning:(a) How to integrate into this program the provision of computer or technical training to students in their respective school districts.(b) How parents and students may be notified of the discounted computer and Internet access choices available.(c) The distribution of eligibility certificates to the students, the locations at which discounted computers and Internet access services are available for purchase, and how students may obtain and pay for the equipment and services covered by this program.History.—s. 1, ch. 2006-137.
FL Stat § 1001.292 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part I - State-Level Governance (Ss. 1001.01-1001.292)|Subpart C - Department of Education|1001.292 - Schools of Hope Revolving Loan Program.

1001.292 Schools of Hope Revolving Loan Program.—(1) The Schools of Hope Revolving Loan Program is established within the Department of Education to provide assistance to hope operators, as defined in s. 1002.333, to meet school building construction needs and pay for expenses related to the startup of a new charter school. The program shall consist of funds appropriated by the Legislature, money received from the repayment of loans made from the program, and interest earned.(2) Funds provided pursuant to this section may not exceed 25 percent of the total cost of the project, which shall be calculated based on 80 percent of the cost per student station established by s. 1013.64(6)(b) multiplied by the capacity of the facility.(3) The department may contract with a third-party administrator to administer the program. If the department contracts with a third-party administrator, funds shall be granted to the third-party administrator to create a revolving loan fund for the purpose of financing projects that meet the requirements of subsection (4). The third-party administrator shall report to the department annually. The department shall continue to administer the program until a third-party administrator is selected.(4) Hope operators that have been designated by the State Board of Education and have executed a performance-based agreement pursuant to s. 1002.333 shall be provided a loan of up to the amount provided in subsection (2) for projects that are located in the attendance area of a persistently low-performing school or within a 5-mile radius of such school and primarily serve students from the persistently low-performing school. A hope operator is not eligible for funding if it operates in facilities provided by the school district for a nominal fee, or at no charge, or if it is directly or indirectly operated by the school district.(5) The department shall post on its website the projects that have received loans, the geographic distribution of the projects, the status of the projects, the costs of the program, and student outcomes for students enrolled in the school of hope receiving funds.(6) All repayments of principal and interest shall be returned to the loan fund and made available for loans to other applicants.(7) Interest on loans provided under this program may be used to defray the costs of administration and shall be the lower of:(a) The rate paid on moneys held in the fund; or(b) A rate equal to 50 percent of the rate authorized under the provisions of s. 215.84.(8) Notwithstanding s. 216.301 and pursuant to s. 216.351, funds allocated for this purpose which are not disbursed by June 30 of the fiscal year in which the funds are allocated may be carried forward for up to 5 years after the effective date of the original appropriation.History.—s. 44, ch. 2017-116.
FL Stat § 1001.34 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part II - School District Governance (Ss. 1001.30-1001.54)|Subpart A - District School Boards|1001.34 - Membership of district school board.

1001.34 Membership of district school board.—(1) Each district school board shall be composed of not less than five members. Each member of the district school board shall be a qualified elector of the district in which she or he serves, shall be a resident of the district school board member residence area from which she or he is elected, and shall maintain said residency throughout her or his term of office.(2) A district school board may modify the number of members on its board by adopting a resolution that establishes the total number of members on the board, which may not be less than five, and the number of members who shall be elected by residence areas or elected at large. The resolution must specify an orderly method and procedure for modifying the membership of the board, including staggering terms of additional members as necessary. If the resolution is adopted, the district school board shall submit to the electors for approval at a referendum held at the next primary or general election the question of whether the number of board members should be modified in accordance with the resolution adopted by the district school board. If the referendum is approved, election of additional school board members may occur at any primary, general, or otherwise-called special election.History.—s. 41, ch. 2002-387; s. 15, ch. 2014-39.
FL Stat § 1001.35 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part II - School District Governance (Ss. 1001.30-1001.54)|Subpart A - District School Boards|1001.35 - Term of office.

1001.35 Term of office.—District school board members shall be elected at the general election in November for terms of 4 years.History.—s. 42, ch. 2002-387.
FL Stat § 1001.36 (2021)
2021 Florida Statutes|Title XLVIII - Early Learning-20 Education Code|Chapter 1001 - Early Learning-20 Governance|Part II - School District Governance (Ss. 1001.30-1001.54)|Subpart A - District School Boards|1001.36 - District school board member residence areas.

1001.36 District school board member residence areas.—(1) For the purpose of electing district school board members, each district shall be divided into at least five district school board member residence areas, which shall be numbered one to five, inclusive, and which shall, as nearly as practicable, be equal in population.(a) For those school districts, which have seven district school board members, the district may be divided into five district school board member residence areas, with two district school board members elected at large, or the district may be divided into seven district school board member residence areas. In the latter case, the residence areas shall be numbered one to seven inclusive and shall be equal in population as nearly as practicable.(b) For those school districts which have seven district school board members, the number of district school board member residence areas shall be determined by resolution passed by a majority vote of the district school board.(2) Any district school board may make any change that it deems necessary in the boundaries of any district school board member residence area at any meeting of the district school board, provided that such changes shall be made only in odd-numbered years and that no change that would affect the residence qualifications of any incumbent member shall disqualify such incumbent member during the term for which he or she is elected.(3) Such changes in boundaries shall be shown by resolutions spread upon the minutes of the district school board, shall be recorded in the office of the clerk of the circuit court, and shall be published at least once in a newspaper published in the district within 30 days after the adoption of the resolution, or, if there be no newspaper published in the district, shall be posted at the county courthouse door for 4 weeks thereafter. A certified copy of this resolution shall be transmitted to the Department of State.History.—s. 43, ch. 2002-387.