This manual on the Maine Surrogate Parent Program is designed for surrogate parents, social workers, and educational personnel. It defines relevant terms; outlines procedures for identification of students who require a surrogate parent; explains how surrogate parents are appointed and trained; lists the rights and responsibilities of the surrogate parent, the educational agency, and the state agency; offers guidelines for reimbursement for surrogate parents' expenses; and answers commonly asked questions. Appendixes contain federal regulations relating to surrogate parents, Maine special education regulations, a check list of suggested surrogate parent activities, sample case record forms, a check list of items to include on the Individualized Education Program, a list of organizational resources, a form to request a surrogate parent, and a surrogate parent program volunteer application. (JDD)