For purposes of this subchapter:
(1) “Academic year” means the 2 consecutive academic semesters beginning with the fall semester.
(2) a. “Family” for a dependent applicant means 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.
b. “Family” for an independent applicant means the applicant, an applicant’s spouse and any dependent children.
(3) “Eligibility period” means the maximum length of time that a student is eligible for the Inspire Scholarship Program under § 3412A(b)(2) or § 3414A(c) of this title.
(4) “Full-time” means a minimum of 24 credit hours in each academic year.
(5) “Delaware State Inspire Scholarship Program,” “Inspire Scholarship Program” or “Inspire grant” means the tuition payments or grants under this subchapter.
(6) “Institution” means Delaware State University.
(7) “School activity” means an 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.