§ 8–703

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 8-703 (2026)

Title 8. Special Programs for Exceptional Children

Subtitle 7. Residential Boarding Education Programs for At-Risk Youth

(a)

A student shall be eligible to participate in a program if the student is:

(1)

A disadvantaged child as defined in § 8–101 of this title;

(2)

An at–risk youth;

(3)

A resident of the State; and

(4)

Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, enrolled in grade 5 or grade 6.

(b)

Notwithstanding subsection (a)(4) of this section, a student enrolled in grade 7 or higher shall be eligible to participate in a program if:

(1)

The student is otherwise eligible under subsection (a) of this section; and

(2)

An operator files an appropriate plan under § 8–704.1 of this subtitle.