K-12 schools
A new approach to accelerated math puts parents and educators at odds
Montgomery County is eliminating its “compacted math” track for elementary schoolers.
Sack is back: The 1990s game for stoners is the latest craze for a different crowd
Maryland’s private school boys are obsessed with hacky sack.
‘Enough? I know it’s not’: Montgomery County Council signs off on budget plan
The council endorsed a progressive income tax plan, but cuts are still coming to MCPS.
Maryland students made one of the fastest pandemic recoveries
The state ranks third for improvement in reading and fifth in math.
Baltimore County schools need a new superintendent fast — even if it’s temporary
Baltimore County Public Schools is racing to hire a new superintendent within two months following Myriam Rogers’ abrupt retirement.
What are SMOBs and why are they running for office?
Maryland has a history of giving students a voice in school board decisions — and it’s produced vocal advocates.
Immigration enforcement is inching closer to Southeast Baltimore schools
Reports of immigration enforcement activity near Southeast Baltimore schools last week are frightening parents and spurring City Council members into action.
Montgomery County student charged with bringing loaded handgun to school
A 16-year-old student of Walt Whitman high School was removed from class and faces weapon charges after bringing a loaded handgun onto school property, according to Montgomery County Police.
‘The village is on fire’: School leaders decry potential cuts as council debates tax bumps
Every $10 million reduction roughly translates into 100 fewer full-time positions in the district, the superintendent said.
He’s climbed quickly and moved often. Can Baltimore schools’ new CEO make lasting change?
Jermaine Dawson will finally fulfill his goal of leading a school district. Baltimore will be the ultimate test.
Cyberattack on education software impacts Maryland school systems, colleges and students
A ransomware attack disrupted Canvas, an online platform used by schools and colleges across Maryland to manage grades, assignments and classwork, with hackers claiming access to billions of records.
Students with disabilities are getting derailed from a diploma — in kindergarten
This practice — according to advocates, policymakers and parents interviewed by The Banner — could limit children’s potential.
Harford County schools announce finalists to replace fired superintendent
Dyann Mack and Stacey Gerringer have both worked in the Harford County Public Schools system for more than 30 years.
Baltimore City school board approves $1.95 billion budget. Here’s how the money shakes out.
A by-the-numbers look at where money is going in Baltimore’s public schools.
To honor 5 decades in the classroom, a school rallies for Mrs. Moore
“We love you, Mrs. Moore!” the kids screamed.
Moore decries antisemitic graffiti found at Montgomery County elementary school
Antisemitic graffiti painted on a Brookeville school building over the weekend has prompted a police investigation, increased security and a reprimand from the governor.
Baltimore City schools’ budget could cost kids their favorite staff members
The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future means some schools will see big gains and others will face cuts for the first time in five years.
What to know about Anne Arundel schools’ trial run with AI-powered weapons detection
The Opengate system Anne Arundel is testing is widely used in airports, sports stadiums and other school systems.
New guidelines: Schools must share students’ gender identity when parents ask
The revised guidelines make it clear staff members can’t conceal from parents whether their child is transgender.
Montgomery County is done with its only charter school
The Germantown charter school has struggled with special education compliance, finances and staffing since it opened in the fall.
