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Maryland Code, Education § 7-1405

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) A virtual school shall provide to the parent or guardian of each enrolled student:

(1) Instructional materials, including software;

(2) Information on the closest public facility that offers access to a computer and Internet connection; and

(3) Informational materials on:

(i) School policies;

(ii) Student attendance, conduct, and engagement requirements;

(iii) Access to extracurricular activities and wraparound services;

(iv) Access to food and nutrition services and health care services;

(v) Technology requirements and support services;

(vi) Cybersecurity policy and best practices;

(vii) Teacher contact information and office hours; and

(viii) Any other relevant information as determined by the virtual school.

(b)(1) A virtual school is strongly encouraged to hold in-person orientation sessions with the students, parents or guardians, and school personnel to provide the information required under subsection (a) of this section.

(2) A virtual school shall hold an online orientation to provide the information required under subsection (a) of this section if the virtual school is unable to hold in-person orientation sessions.

(c) A virtual school:

(1) May not provide funds for the purchase of instructional programs or materials to a student or to a student's parent or guardian; and

(2) Shall provide the appropriate digital device to a student to participate in the virtual school, if required.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maryland Code, Education § 7-1405 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/md/education/md-code-educ-sect-7-1405/

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