Delaware Code
Subchapter XV. The Delaware State Inspire Scholarship Act Administered by Delaware State University
§ 3410A. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this subchapter, shall have the meaning ascribed to them except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

(1) “Academic year” shall mean the 2 consecutive academic semesters beginning with the fall semester.
(2) “Family” for a dependent applicant shall mean the applicant, the applicant's parents or legal guardian, relative caregiver, and other children under the age of 21 of the applicant's parents, legal guardian or relative caregiver. The term “family” for an independent applicant shall mean the applicant, an applicant's spouse and any dependent children.
(3) “Full-time” shall mean a minimum of 24 credit hours in each academic year.
(4) “Institution” shall mean Delaware State University.
(5) “School activity” shall mean open house, school curriculum night, parent and teacher conference night, holiday program, or other school-related events conducted by a public middle school or high school where parents, community members, and students are encouraged to attend and participate.