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MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1501 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 15 - Maryland Safe to Learn Act|Section 7-1501 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Advisory Board” means the School Safety Subcabinet Advisory Board.    (c)    (1)    “Behaviors of concern” means behaviors or threats that indicate a student may pose a risk of self–harm or harm to others.        (2)    “Behaviors of concern” includes:            (i)    Expressions of hopelessness;            (ii)    Known drug use;            (iii)    Suicidal gestures or statements; and            (iv)    Known gang activity.    (d)    “Center” means the Maryland Center for School Safety.    (e)    “Drill” means a formalized exercise by which school system personnel, staff, or students rehearse a school emergency plan.    (f)    “Fund” means the Safe Schools Fund.    (g)    “Local law enforcement agency” means:        (1)    A police department of a county or municipal corporation in the State; or        (2)    A sheriff’s office that provides a law enforcement function in a county or municipal corporation in the State.    (h)    “Safety evaluation” means a written assessment of the safety conditions in each public school, including ingress, egress, and access to areas of refuge for all students.    (i)    “School emergency plan” means a plan for each local school system and each public school within the school system that addresses mitigation of, preparedness for, response to, and recovery from emergencies, including:        (1)    Violent or traumatic events on school grounds during regular school hours or during school–sponsored activities; and        (2)    Events in the community that affect school operations.    (j)    “School resource officer” means:        (1)    A law enforcement officer as defined under § 3–101(e) of the Public Safety Article who has been assigned to a school in accordance with a memorandum of understanding between the chief of a law enforcement agency as defined under § 3–101(b) of the Public Safety Article and the local education agency; or        (2)    A Baltimore City school police officer, as defined in § 4–318 of this article.    (k)    “School security employee” means an individual, as defined in regulations adopted by the Subcabinet, who:        (1)    Is not a school resource officer; and        (2)    Is employed by a local school system to provide safety and security–related services at a public school.    (l)    “Subcabinet” means the School Safety Subcabinet.    (m)    “Wraparound services” means services provided to students, and their families as appropriate, including:        (1)    Mentoring;        (2)    Tutoring;        (3)    Child care services;        (4)    Housing referrals;        (5)    Transportation;        (6)    Crisis intervention;        (7)    Substance abuse prevention and treatment;        (8)    Legal aid;        (9)    Academic counseling; and        (10)    Career counseling.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1505 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 15 - Maryland Safe to Learn Act|Section 7-1505 - Child Care Centers -- Security Upgrades for Facilities at Risk of Hate Crimes or Attacks

    (a)    In this section, “child care center” has the meaning stated in § 9.5–401 of this article.    (b)    The Center may make grants to schools and child care centers determined to be at risk of hate crimes or attacks as described under § 10–305 of the Criminal Law Article for security–related technology and security–related facility upgrades.    (c)    Any school or child care center determined to be at risk of hate crimes or attacks as described under § 10–305 of the Criminal Law Article by the Center may apply to the Center for a State grant to be applied toward the cost of a security–related project.    (d)    The allocation and use of State funds under this section are subject to the following:        (1)    State funds may be used only for funding additional security training needs, security personnel, security cameras, security–related technology, door–hardening, improved lighting, or other security–related facility upgrades; and        (2)    The amount of the State grant for any project shall be determined after consideration of all eligible applicants, the total of the unallocated State funds available at the time the application is received, and the priorities of area need as may be established by the Center.    (e)    Funding for the State grants under this section shall be as provided by the Governor in the annual State budget.    (f)    The Subcabinet may adopt regulations for receiving and considering applications and for disbursing funds to applicants.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1506 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 15 - Maryland Safe to Learn Act|Section 7-1506 - Funding

    (a)    Beginning in fiscal year 2020 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall provide not less than $2,000,000, not including any appropriation provided for the Fund, in the annual State budget to carry out the ongoing operation of the Center.    (b)    The operation of the Center shall be supported by:        (1)    Funds as provided by the Governor in the annual State budget;        (2)    Grants or other assistance from local education agencies;        (3)    Federal grants; and        (4)    Any other grants or contributions from public or private entities received by the Center.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1509 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 15 - Maryland Safe to Learn Act|Section 7-1509 - Regulations; Drills; Emergency Response Policies

    (a)    The Department, in consultation with the Subcabinet, may adopt regulations to incorporate in the annual schedule of drills for each local school system developmentally and age–appropriate components of:        (1)    The Active Shooter Preparedness Program developed by the Department of Homeland Security or guidelines; or        (2)    The active shooter guidelines adopted by the Maryland Active Assailant Work Group established under Executive Order 01.01.2018.08.    (b)    Drills incorporated into the annual schedule of drills under subsection (a) of this section may include developmentally and age–appropriate procedures for students or school personnel in:        (1)    Securing classrooms;        (2)    Barricading classrooms and school entries;        (3)    Taking refuge in the classroom; and        (4)    When appropriate, escape from the classroom or school.    (c)    The Department shall notify the Governor and, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, the Legislative Policy Committee of proposed changes to regulations that alter the annual schedule of drills as provided under this section.    (d)    Each local school system shall collaborate with the local law enforcement agency to establish policies for responding to an emergency at each public school in the county.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1511 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 15 - Maryland Safe to Learn Act|Section 7-1511 - Appointment of Mental Health Services Coordinator

    (a)    On or before September 1, 2018, each local school system shall appoint a mental health services coordinator.    (b)    Each mental health services coordinator shall:        (1)    Coordinate existing mental health services and referral procedures for mental health services within the local school system;        (2)    Working in collaboration with the local health department, the local department of social services, and other local entities that provide mental health services, ensure that a student who is referred for mental health services obtains the necessary services;        (3)    Maximize external funding for mental health and wraparound services; and        (4)    Develop plans for delivering behavioral health and wraparound services to students who exhibit behaviors of concern.    (c)    (1)    The Subcabinet may provide grants from the Fund to local school systems to develop plans for delivering behavioral health and wraparound services to students who exhibit behaviors of concern.        (2)    In applying for a grant under this subsection, a local school system shall provide evidence of how external funding will be maximized to provide students with behavioral health and wraparound services, including through the submission of claims to health insurance plans, if applicable, for any covered health services.    (d)    The Subcabinet shall adopt regulations to carry out this section.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1701 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 17 - Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program|Section 7-1701 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “Community school” means an existing public school in the State that utilizes a community school strategy that is recognized by the Maryland Out of School Time Network.    (c)    “Extended day and summer enhancement  program” means an educational and recreational enrichment  program for children between the ages of 4 and 19 that  takes place:        (1)    Before and after the school day;        (2)    On weekends and holidays; and        (3)    During vacations and summer breaks.    (d)    “Grantee” means a local school system, a community school, or a nonprofit organization that receives a Public School Opportunities Enhancement Grant from the Department.    (e)    “Nonprofit organization” means an organization that is exempt from taxation under § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.    (f)    “Program” means the  Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program.    (g)    “Technical assistance” means assistance provided by the Department to:        (1)    Identify and implement effective practices for extended day and summer enhancement programs;        (2)    Ensure that extended day and summer enhancement programs comply with the Maryland Out–of–School Time Programs’ Quality Standards Framework; and        (3)    Ensure that extended day and summer enhancement programs have an educational component that is age appropriate and aligned with the Maryland College and Career Ready standards.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1702 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 17 - Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program|Section 7-1702 - Program Established

    (a)    There is a  Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program.    (b)    (1)    The Department shall administer the Program.        (2)    The Department shall consult with the Department of Natural Resources when reviewing the recreational components of an extended day or summer enhancement program.    (c)    (1)    (i)    On or before December 1, 2016, the Department, in consultation with the Department of Natural Resources, shall develop a comprehensive plan for extended day or summer enhancement programs.            (ii)    The comprehensive plan required by subparagraph (i) of this paragraph shall address:                1.    Leveraging public and private funding sources as well as federal funding sources to support extended day and summer enhancement programs;                2.    The special needs of children with disabilities;                3.    Using school buildings, public libraries, and local public transportation resources for extended day and summer enhancement programs;                4.    Providing technical assistance to nonprofit organizations;                5.    Expanding the number of high quality extended day and summer enhancement programs in the State; and                6.    Integrating the plans developed by local jurisdictions to expand the number of high quality extended day and summer enhancement programs.        (2)    On or before December 1, 2017, and each year thereafter, the Department, in consultation with the Department of Natural Resources, shall review and update the comprehensive plan required in paragraph (1)(i) of this subsection.    (d)    (1)    The Department shall use the Maryland Out–of–School Time Programs’ Quality Standards Framework to monitor and assess the quality of the extended day and summer enhancement programs provided by nonprofit organizations that receive funding in accordance with this subtitle.        (2)    The Maryland Out–of–School Time Programs’ Quality Standards Framework does not supersede applicable child care center licensing regulations.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1704 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 17 - Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program|Section 7-1704 - Appropriations

    (a)    For fiscal year 2018, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $2,500,000 to the Program.    (b)    (1)    For fiscal year 2019 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Governor shall include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of  $3,000,000 to the Program.        (2)    A grantee that remains eligible for the Program shall receive a grant in the next fiscal year in an amount equal to the grant amount in the current fiscal year.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1705 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 17 - Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program|Section 7-1705 - Reports

    On or before December 31 of each year, the Department shall report to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2–1257 of the State Government Article, on the implementation of the Program, including an evaluation of the effectiveness of the  programs and services funded in accordance with this subtitle.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1706 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 17 - Public School Opportunities Enhancement Program|Section 7-1706 - Regulations

    The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1801 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 18 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools|Section 7-1801 - Definitions

    (a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.    (b)    “College partner” means an institution of higher education that:        (1)    Has received a certificate of approval from the Commission under Title 11, Subtitle 2 of this article;        (2)    Has entered into a memorandum of understanding with a P–TECH school;        (3)    Helps to develop and coordinate the pathway sequence; and        (4)    Provides student support services to P–TECH students.    (c)    “Commission” means the Maryland Higher Education Commission.    (d)    “County board” includes a consortium of county boards that have an agreement to operate a P–TECH school that serves the students in the local school systems that are part of the consortium.    (e)    “Industry partner” means an employer that:        (1)    Has entered into a memorandum of understanding with a P–TECH school;        (2)    Helps develop and coordinate the pathway sequence; and        (3)    Provides mentoring and internship opportunities for P–TECH students.    (f)    “P–TECH school” means a Pathways in Technology Early College High school that:        (1)    Is a public secondary school selected by the Department;        (2)    Partners with a college partner;        (3)    Partners with an industry partner; and        (4)    Has executed a memorandum of understanding in accordance with § 7–1802(b)(2) of this subtitle.    (g)    “P–TECH school costs” means the following costs of operating a P–TECH school and offering and administering a pathway sequence:        (1)    Additional staff for the P–TECH school to implement the  pathway sequence;        (2)    Instructional support services including professional development for staff for the pathway sequence, pathway sequence materials, additional teacher planning, and additional coordination;        (3)    Extended day programs;        (4)    Student support services including counseling, tutoring, student career exploration, and student events relating to a pathway sequence;        (5)    Student textbooks, materials, or technology that a student is required to use as part of the pathway sequence; and        (6)    Transportation services.    (h)    “P–TECH student” means a student enrolled in a P–TECH school.    (i)    “Pathway sequence” means a curriculum or course of study at a P–TECH school that leads to a high school diploma and an associate’s degree that may be completed within a 6–year time period.    (j)    “Program” means the Pathways in Technology Early College High School Program.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1802 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 18 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools|Section 7-1802 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools Program Established

    (a)    (1)    There is a Pathways in Technology Early College High School Program in the State.        (2)    The Department, in consultation with the Commission, shall administer and develop the Program to assist county boards in establishing P–TECH schools.    (b)    (1)    A P–TECH school:            (i)    Shall:                1.    Reserve at least 50% of its available space for students who meet the free and reduced price meal income criteria; and                2.    Be established through a memorandum of understanding executed between one or more industry partners, one or more college partners, and a county board; and            (ii)    May be established as a school within a school.        (2)    The memorandum of understanding executed in accordance with paragraph (1)(i)2 of this subsection shall include provisions ensuring that:            (i)    Each P–TECH student receives:                1.    Substantive mentoring by an industry partner; and                2.    At least one paid summer internship of at least 6 weeks’ duration with an industry partner; and            (ii)    P–TECH students are first in line for consideration for a job at the industry partner after graduation.    (c)    A student who is enrolled in a P–TECH school may not be considered a dually enrolled student under Title 18, Subtitle 14A of this article.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1803 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 18 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools|Section 7-1803 - P-Tech Planning Grant Program

    (a)    (1)    There is a P–TECH Planning Grant Program in the State.        (2)    The purpose of the P–TECH Planning Grant Program is to provide grants to county boards to plan and develop P–TECH schools in the State.    (b)    Except as provided in subsection (d) of this section, beginning in fiscal year 2018, no more than one P–TECH Planning Grant may be awarded in a local school system.    (c)    Funds for the P–TECH Planning Grant Program shall be as provided in the State budget.    (d)    Beginning in fiscal year 2020, no more than three new P–TECH Planning Grants may be awarded to establish a new P–TECH school until the 2016–2017 cohort of P–TECH students completes the 6–year pathway sequence.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1804 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 18 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools|Section 7-1804 - General Consideration

    (a)    A P–TECH student may not be required to pay any cost that is related to enrollment and participation in the Program, including tuition and mandatory fees.    (b)    P–TECH students shall be included in the full–time equivalent enrollment under § 5–202 of this article as follows:        (1)    Multiply the number of students who are enrolled in the fifth year of the Program by 0.50; and        (2)    Multiply the number of students who are enrolled in the sixth year of the Program by 0.25.    (c)    Student credit hours earned at a community college by a P–TECH student shall be included in the full–time equivalent student calculation established in  §§ 16–305 and 16–502 of this article.    (d)    (1)    (i)    A P–TECH supplemental college grant is an amount equal to the tuition and mandatory fees that would normally be charged for the classes in which the P–TECH student is enrolled.            (ii)    The State share of a P–TECH supplemental college grant shall be calculated and distributed by the State to college partners and equals:                1.    50% for counties that received a grant under § 16–501 of the Local Government Article in the prior fiscal year; or                2.    25% for counties that did not receive a grant under § 16–501 of the Local Government Article in the prior fiscal year.            (iii)    The local share of a P–TECH supplemental college grant shall be calculated and distributed by a county board to college partners and equals the amount not paid by the State under this paragraph.        (2)    (i)    The State share of a P–TECH supplemental school grant is not less than $750 per P–TECH student per school year and shall be used for P–TECH school costs.            (ii)    The State share of a P–TECH supplemental school grant shall be calculated and distributed by the Department to county boards.            (iii)    A county board that receives a P–TECH supplemental school grant shall match 100% of the State share.
MD. Education Code Ann. §  7-1805 (2021)
2021 Maryland Statutes|Education|Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education|Title 7 - Public Schools|Subtitle 18 - Pathways in Technology Early College High (P-Tech) Schools|Section 7-1805 - Regulations

    The Department shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle.