(a) There is a Maryland Corps Program in the State administered and managed by the Board.
(b) The purpose of the Program is to:
(1) Provide meaningful service opportunities to at least 100 corps participants that will address the social needs of the community;
(2) Equip corps participants with the skills that will enable them to successfully make the transition from high school to an institution of higher education; and
(3) Provide scholarships to corps participants who have completed the Program to be used at institutions of higher education toward vocational certificates, associate’s degrees, or bachelor’s degrees.