OH SB108

Defines "scholars residential center" as a private, not-for-profit facility affiliated with a national organization serving middle and high school students in an academically focused, family-like setting, accepting only voluntary placements by parents or legal custodians.

Prohibits scholars residential centers from receiving Title IV-E funding or associated Title IV child welfare funds.

Requires the Director of Job and Family Services to adopt rules substantially similar to other residential care providers but with reduced requirements including exemption from case plans, discharge summaries, and qualified residential treatment program standards.

Limits staff training requirements to orientation, current first aid and CPR certification, and one hour of annual trauma training.

Exempts centers from rules regarding recreation and leisure activities (except requiring a recreation area and trained supervision for swimming), visiting and communications policies (except ensuring family contact), and treatment-focused requirements for residential agencies.