Maryland § 4-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-303.
(a) In order to establish a new partnership between the City of Baltimore and the State to improve the quality of public education in Baltimore City and to encourage more efficient use of the resources of the State and Baltimore City, the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners is established in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle.
(b) The purpose of the board is to:
(1) Raise the level of academic achievement of the students in the Baltimore City Public School System; and
(2) Improve the management and administration of the public school system in Baltimore City.
(c) The board shall be held accountable for the academic achievement of the public school students in Baltimore City.
(d) (1) The board shall have the authority and be responsible for all functions relating to the Baltimore City Public School System.
(2) Notwithstanding any provision of local law governing the Baltimore City Public School System, the board may adopt rules and regulations and prescribe policies and procedures for the management, maintenance, operation, and control of the Baltimore City Public School System.
(3) The board shall assume responsibility for all of the functions formerly performed by the Superintendent of Public Instruction of Baltimore City and the Board of School Commissioners of Baltimore City.
(4) The board may not be deemed an agency of the State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-303
What does Maryland Code § 4-303 cover?
Section 4-303 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.
How do I cite Maryland § 4-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 4-303" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 4-303 apply to my situation?
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