Section 511IAC5-5-3. Code of ethical practices and procedures

   (a) The department shall develop and publish a code of ethical practices and procedures (code) that addresses special concerns regarding appropriate professional practices within the ISTEP, IMAST, and ECAs.

  (b) The school shall provide a copy of the code to all school personnel who may be involved with any part of handling, coordinating, or administering ISTEP, IMAST, or ECA. School personnel shall review and be familiar with the procedures and activities described in the code.

  (c) Failure to comply with the code, once established and published, may constitute evidence of an integrity breach.

  (d) Any allegations of a breach of the code shall be reported immediately to the department according to the protocol established under section 4 of this rule.

  (e) An integrity breach may result in an action under IC 20-28-5-7 for the suspension or revocation of a license.

  (f) The department shall have the authority to enforce intellectual property laws to ensure the integrity of the assessments. (Indiana State Board of Education; 511 IAC 5-5-3; filed Feb 6, 2012, 3:02 p.m.: 20120307-IR-511110404FRA)