Maryland § 4-304
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-304.
(a) There is a Chief Executive Officer of the board.
(b) The Chief Executive Officer shall:
(1) Be responsible for the overall administration of the Baltimore City Public School System;
(2) Report directly to the board;
(3) Be a member of the cabinet of the Mayor; and
(4) Designate individuals with primary responsibility for each of the following functions:
(i) Management and administration of the Baltimore City Public School System;
(ii) Assessment and accountability of the academic performance of the students in the Baltimore City Public School System;
(iii) Provision of services to students with disabilities in accordance with federal and State law;
(iv) Development and implementation of initiatives for educational reform; and
(v) Professional hiring and development.
(c) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (b)(4) of this section, the Chief Executive Officer and the board shall be held accountable for the delegated functions.
(d) The board shall employ the Chief Executive Officer and establish the salary of the Chief Executive Officer at an amount commensurate with the credentials, experience, and prior positions of responsibility of the Chief Executive Officer.
(e) The employment contract of the Chief Executive Officer shall provide, at a minimum, that continued employment is contingent on demonstrable improvement in the academic performance of the students in the Baltimore City Public School System and the successful management of the Baltimore City public schools.
(f) The initial contract and any renewal may not exceed 4 years.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-304
What does Maryland Code § 4-304 cover?
Section 4-304 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 § 4-304?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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