Section 7-1405 - Instructional materials; information for parents or guardians(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:(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.Renumbered from § - 7-1404 and amended by 2023 Md. Laws, Ch. 804, Sec. 1, eff. 7/1/2023.