Md. Code Regs. 14.39.07.10

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 14.39.07.10 - School Library/Media Center

A. A school facility shall have a unified school library/media program for the use of all students which shall include an organized and centrally managed collection of instructional materials and technologies and direct instruction.

B. Elementary schools shall include an area for stacks and seating space which shall be at least 3 net square feet of the planned school program capacity. The instructional space may not be smaller than the average classroom at the facility. In addition, office/workroom space and secure storage shall be provided.

C. Middle and high schools shall include an area for stacks and seating space which shall be at least 3 net square feet of the planned school program capacity. The space may not be smaller than the average classroom at the facility. In addition, office/workroom space and secure storage shall be provided.

D. Combination schools shall include the elements of the grades set out in §§B and C of this regulation without duplication, but meeting the higher standards.

E. Other schools shall include the elements in §§A-D of this regulation necessary to meet the educational requirements of the specific programs and capacity of the schools.

Md. Code Regs. 14.39.07.10

Regulation .10 adopted effective 49:25 Md. R.1041-1070, eff. 12/12/2022