Me. Stat. tit. 20-A § 201

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 678

Section 201 - Purpose of the department

The Department of Education is established to: [1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §5(AMD).]

1.Supervise public education. Supervise, guide and plan for a coordinated system of public education for all citizens of the State based on the system of learning results as established in section 6209;

[2001, c. 454, §1(AMD).]

2.Interrelation with other programs. Interrelate public education with other social, economic, physical and governmental activities, programs and services; and

[1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §6(AMD).]

3.Cultural services.

[1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §7(RP).]

4.Advancement of education. Encourage and stimulate public interest in the advancement of education.

[1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §8(AMD).]

5.Cultural and historical heritage.

[1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §9(RP).]

20-A M.R.S. § 201

1981, c. 693, §§5,8 (NEW) . 1989, c. 700, §§B5-9 (AMD) . 2001, c. 454, § 1 (AMD) .