§ 8–701
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 8-701 (2026)
Title 8. Special Programs for Exceptional Children
Subtitle 7. Residential Boarding Education Programs for At-Risk Youth
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(a)
In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“At-risk youth” means an individual who meets at least two of the eligibility criteria determined by the Department and an operator that may include:
(1)
Being eligible for free or reduced price meals;
(2)
A record of suspensions, office referrals, or chronic truancy;
(3)
A failure to achieve a proficient or advanced level on State assessments in reading or mathematics, or both;
(4)
Having a disability;
(5)
A referral from a teacher, counselor, social worker, or community-based service organization;
(6)
The head of household is a single parent;
(7)
The head of household is not a custodial parent;
(8)
The adjusted gross family income is below the federally established poverty guidelines;
(9)
The family receives temporary cash assistance under the State Family Investment Program; or
(10)
A member of the family has been incarcerated.
(c)
“Board” means the Board of Trustees of Residential Boarding Education Programs.
(d)
“Operator” means a private nonprofit or public entity that develops and operates a program.
(e)
“Program” means a residential boarding education program that includes:
(1)
A remedial curriculum for middle school grades;
(2)
A college-preparatory curriculum for high school grades;
(3)
Extracurricular activities such as athletics and cultural events;
(4)
College admissions counseling;
(5)
Health and mental health services;
(6)
Tutoring;
(7)
Community service opportunities; and
(8)
A residential student life program.