§ 7-439

(a) In this section, “nonpublic school” means a noncollegiate educational institution that:

(1) Holds a certificate of approval from the State Board under § 2–206(e) of this article; and

(2) Participates in the Nonpublic Schools Textbook and Technology Grants Program.

(b) (1) The State Board and each nonpublic school in the State shall develop and implement a program of age–appropriate education on the awareness and prevention of sexual abuse and assault.

(2) The program required under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be:

(i) Taught by a teacher who is trained to provide instruction on the awareness and prevention of sexual abuse and assault; and

(ii) Incorporated into the health curriculum of each county board and each nonpublic school.

(c) The State Board shall adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this section.