Schooling

"Bullying" occurs when you are repeatedly harassed or intimidated by another student. Bullying includes threats and nasty remarks as well as physical actions like pushing or hitting, written conduct, and damaging your property.

This is a summary of the procedures for school discipline in Maryland. There are three types of disciplinary penalties and different procedures apply to each.

This article lists links to local county school handbooks.

Maryland law requires all children, 5 years and older and under 18, who live in this state and attend public schools to attend school regularly unless excused with a lawful absence.

This article outlines the types of offenses that a student may be disciplined for in schools.