This document is designed to guide local boards of education and school systems in Maryland in assisting individuals and organizations interested in establishing public charter schools. This guide is organized into the following parts: (1) Maryland Public Charter Schools Act; (2) Organizing to Assist Public Charter School Development; (3) Completing the Public Charter School Application; and (4) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). The following attachments are included: (1) Maryland Public Charter School Law--Senate Bill 75; (2) Synopsis of Charter School Law; (3) Selected State and National Resources; and (4) Sample Letter of Intent to Apply for a Charter School.