Maryland HB1334 mandates county boards to develop parent and family engagement policies and requires public schools to create Parent-School Compacts.

Maryland HB1334, the Maryland Public Education Parental Partnership Act, requires county boards to develop a comprehensive parent and family engagement policy by the start of the 2027-2028 school year. This policy aims to provide parents with opportunities to participate in county board decisions, establish a framework for Parent-School Compacts, and ensure meaningful parental involvement. Public schools must develop these compacts starting in the 2028-2029 school year, focusing on defining roles, responsibilities, and opportunities for parental feedback.

Maryland HB1334 mandates county boards to develop parent and family engagement policies and requires public schools to create Parent-School Compacts.

Maryland HB1334, the Maryland Public Education Parental Partnership Act, requires county boards to develop a comprehensive parent and family engagement policy by the start of the 2027-2028 school year. This policy aims to provide parents with opportunities to participate in county board decisions, establish a framework for Parent-School Compacts, and ensure meaningful parental involvement. Public schools must develop these compacts starting in the 2028-2029 school year, focusing on defining roles, responsibilities, and opportunities for parental feedback.