§ 8–704.1
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Educ. § 8-704.1 (2026)
Title 8. Special Programs for Exceptional Children
Subtitle 7. Residential Boarding Education Programs for At-Risk Youth
§ 8–704.1LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Department may contract with an operator who meets the requirements of § 8–704 of this subtitle to provide at–risk youth in the State enrolled in grade 7 or higher with the opportunity to participate in a program.
(b)
The program under this section may be a part of the program under § 8–704 of this subtitle.
(c)
The operator shall submit a plan to the Department to enroll students in grade 7 or higher that includes:
(1)
All grade levels from which students shall be enrolled;
(2)
The time frame during which enrollment shall occur;
(3)
The circumstances under which an operator shall enroll students;
(4)
The process by which students shall be selected;
(5)
If applicable, a description of how students shall be integrated into an existing educational curriculum and residential student life; and
(6)
Any other information requested by the Department.
(d)
The Department shall review and approve the plan if it is consistent with the educational purposes of this subtitle.