20-A M.R.S. §3254-A: Other educational programs

1. Special education programs. The commissioner shall provide special education and related services to all children with disabilities of the unorganized territory in accordance with the provisions of chapter 303, except that the commissioner shall carry out the duties of school administrative units and superintendents as described in that chapter.

2. Preschool programs. The commissioner may establish preschool programs for children with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 5 years or contract with school administrative units to provide the programs.

3. Other programs. The commissioner may establish evening schools, day schools, classes and educational programs for persons over 16 years of age residing in the unorganized territory and not attending school. Students in these schools or programs shall be subject to the same conditions and rules as students in other similar schools or programs established pursuant to this Title.