§201. Purpose of the department
The Department of Education is established to: [PL 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;
[PL 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
[PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §6 (AMD).]
3. Cultural services.
[PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §7 (RP).]
4. Advancement of education. Encourage and stimulate public interest in the advancement of education.
[PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §8 (AMD).]
5. Cultural and historical heritage.
[PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §9 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1981, c. 693, §§5,8 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 700, §§B5-9 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 454, §1 (AMD).