# Education (GED)

## Title 7. Public Schools

### Subtitle 14. Virtual Schools

#### Section 7-1405

(a) A virtual school shall provide to the parent or guardian of each enrolled student:

  (1) Instructional materials, including software;

  (2) Information on the closest public facility that offers access to a computer and Internet connection; and

  (3) Informational materials on:

    (i) School policies;

    (ii) Student attendance, conduct, and engagement requirements;

    (iii) Access to extracurricular activities and wraparound services;

    (iv) Access to food and nutrition services and health care services;

    (v) Technology requirements and support services;

    (vi) Cybersecurity policy and best practices;

    (vii) Teacher contact information and office hours; and

    (viii) Any other relevant information as determined by the virtual school.

(b)

  (1) A virtual school is strongly encouraged to hold in-person orientation sessions with the students, parents or guardians, and school personnel to provide the information required under subsection (a) of this section.

  (2) A virtual school shall hold an online orientation to provide the information required under subsection (a) of this section if the virtual school is unable to hold in-person orientation sessions.

(c) A virtual school:

  (1) May not provide funds for the purchase of instructional programs or materials to a student or to a student's parent or guardian; and

  (2) Shall provide the appropriate digital device to a student to participate in the virtual school, if required.

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Md. Code Ann., Educ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)