Subdivision 1. Information system.
The Department of Education shall develop and maintain a computerized information system for state information needs.
Subd. 2. Purposes.
The purposes of the computerized information system shall be:
(a) To provide comparable and accurate educational information in a manner which is timely and economical;
(b) To ensure accountability for state appropriations;
(c) To collect data to assess the needs of learners and children;
(d) To provide school districts with an educational information system capability which will meet school district management needs; and
(e) To provide for computerized analysis of educational information to meet the management needs of the state of Minnesota.
Subd. 3. Software development.
A school district, charter school, or cooperative unit may not implement a financial, student, or staff software system until the system has been reviewed by the department to ensure that it provides the required data elements and format.