Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 14 - CHILD AND FAMILY DAY CARE
Chapter 13A.14.14 - Maryland EXCELS
Section 13A.14.14.04 - Application Process

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 13A.14.14.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024

A. An ECE program shall apply to participate in Maryland EXCELS through the EXCELS public portal.

B. To apply for participation in Maryland EXCELS, an ECE program shall:

(1) Create a user name and password in the EXCELS public portal; and

(2) Submit a complete application that includes:
(a) Verification of the program's license, registration, or approval to operate;

(b) Documentation of the program's:
(i) Name;

(ii) Full street address and, if different, full mailing address;

(iii) Days and hours of operation;

(iv) Child care staffing level;

(v) Current child enrollment;

(vi) Primary contact name and email address; and

(vii) Other information that may be required by the Office.

C. The Office shall inform the applicant by email of acceptance into Maryland EXCELS within 30 calendar days from the date that a complete application was received by the Office through the EXCELS public portal.

D. Rejected Application.

(1) If the Office rejects an application, the Office shall notify the applicant by email within 30 calendar days from the date the application was received by the Office through the EXCELS public portal.

(2) Notification of rejection shall include the:
(a) Reason for the rejection; and

(b) Action that the applicant may take in order for the application to be accepted.

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