281—21.58 (260C) Definitions.
“Center” refers to a program or programs of instruction (not to a facility) and to any related instructional activities that have been approved to receive quality instructional center funds.
“Excellence 2000” refers to the account from which funds will be allocated for quality instructional centers.
“Occupational education” includes career option degree programs at community colleges.
“Program” refers to a state board approved program of instruction at a community college.
“Unique” refers to a center that meets the specific needs of a community, and may be unduplicated within a specified geographic area or the state; may be interdisciplinary; or may include a cluster of related programs.
“Vocational-technical education” refers to a vocational-technical diploma or degree program at a community college.