Maryland § 9.7-103
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9.7-103, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9.7-103.
(a) The Department, in consultation with the Maryland Department of Labor, may approve up to six pilots.
(b) A pilot established under the Program shall:
(1) Operate from a fixed physical location;
(2) Enroll students who:
(i) Are 21 years old or older;
(ii) Do not have a high school diploma; and
(iii) Did not complete the requirements for high school graduation through GED testing or a National External Diploma program;
(3) Enroll a maximum of 350 students;
(4) Offer wraparound services necessary for the adult learner; and
(5) Grant a Maryland high school diploma on completion of the required course of study.
(c) When considering whether to approve a pilot under this section, the Department and the Maryland Department of Labor shall:
(1) Give priority to a pilot located in a county or geographic area located within a county that has a high school attainment rate that is lower than the State average high school attainment rate;
(2) Consider geographic diversity in locations for the pilots; and
(3) Approve one pilot in a rural area for each two pilots approved in urban areas.
(d) A pilot established under the Program is not a public school for public financing purposes under Title 5 of this article.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9.7-103
What does Maryland Code § 9.7-103 cover?
Section 9.7-103 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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