Section 8-701 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 8-701. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 

(b)  At-risk youth.- "At-risk youth" means an individual who meets at least two of the eligibility criteria determined by the Department and an operator that may include: 

(1) Being eligible for free or reduced price meals; 

(2) A record of suspensions, office referrals, or chronic truancy; 

(3) A failure to achieve a proficient or advanced level on State assessments in reading or mathematics, or both; 

(4) Having a disability; 

(5) A referral from a teacher, counselor, social worker, or community-based service organization; 

(6) The head of household is a single parent; 

(7) The head of household is not a custodial parent; 

(8) The adjusted gross family income is below the federally established poverty guidelines; 

(9) The family receives temporary cash assistance under the State Family Investment Program; or 

(10) A member of the family has been incarcerated. 

(c)  Board.- "Board" means the Board of Trustees of Residential Boarding Education Programs. 

(d)  Operator.- "Operator" means a private nonprofit or public entity that develops and operates a program. 

(e)  Program.- "Program" means a residential boarding education program that includes: 

(1) A remedial curriculum for middle school grades; 

(2) A college-preparatory curriculum for high school grades; 

(3) Extracurricular activities such as athletics and cultural events; 

(4) College admissions counseling; 

(5) Health and mental health services; 

(6) Tutoring; 

(7) Community service opportunities; and 

(8) A residential student life program. 
 

[2006, ch. 397.]