Johns Hopkins to boost research funding, but other cuts are coming
The Johns Hopkins University is increasing its in-house research awards by nearly $50 million and cutting administrative costs as it faces what it calls a “debilitating” lag in federal funding.
The Shriver Hall cupola, foreground, stands above the Wyman Quad on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus.
Former Baltimore teacher of the year confronted by Chris Hansen in YouTube sting
Former Baltimore teacher of the year Dennis Jutras told Chris Hansen he was trying to warn a teen in a Harford County sting operation targeting adults seeking sex with minors.
Former Baltimore teacher of the year Dennis Jutras told Chris Hansen he was trying to warn a teen in a Harford County sting operation targeting adults seeking sex with minors.
Baltimore County Schools staff say morale is low. Can the new superintendent fix it?
About 40 employees said they want a new leader who works well with unions, collaborates with staff to save money before making cuts, and who will retain educators.
Attendees listen to public comments during the Board of Education of Baltimore County’s meeting at its Greenwood Campus in Towson in January.
MCPS board cuts 415 staff positions but protects school psychologists
In a tense vote, the Montgomery County school board approved a roughly $3.7 billion budget.
The Montgomery County Public Schools headquarters Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Rockville.
The secret behind an Anne Arundel high school’s surging graduation rate
Glen Burnie High’s graduation rate shot up nearly 7 percentage points last year — a leap bigger than any other Anne Arundel County school and greater than any other large comprehensive high school in Maryland.
Glen Burnie High’s graduation rate shot up nearly 7 percentage points last year — a leap bigger than any other Anne Arundel County school and greater than any other large comprehensive high school in Maryland.
University of Maryland laid off 84 employees, noting ‘uncertain’ future for the school
The University of Maryland, College Park, laid off 84 employees on Wednesday, according to a letter sent to the faculty and students.
The University of Maryland laid off over 80 employees on Wednesday.
Moore: Trump administration is holding back Maryland schools
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told a crowd of journalists that federal policy limits his power to fund schools and improve student transportation.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told a crowd of journalists that federal policy limits his power to fund schools and improve student transportation.
What happens when your child doesn’t get into pre-K at your neighborhood school?
Baltimore City Public Schools prioritizes the neediest kids first. Here’s what else to know.
Baltimore City has one of the most expansive public pre-K programs in the state, but not all children can attend the schools they live closest to.
Challenges remain for new Prince George’s County schools chief
Shawn Joseph faces a shrinking budget as he looks to build trust with families and improve math and reading proficiency.
Shawn Joseph, the newly selected Superintendent of Prince George’s County Public Schools, at center, faces a shrinking budget and a trust gap.
Will Maryland opt in to a national school voucher program? It’s a risky calculation.
Gov. Wes Moore soon faces what could turn out to be one of the most influential education decisions he makes as governor.
Notre Dame of Maryland University names its first new president in 12 years
Abagail Van Vlerah will take the helm of the private Catholic college in North Baltimore.
Notre Dame of Maryland University has named Abagail Van Vlerah as its 15th president.
Shawn Joseph named Prince George’s County Public Schools’ new superintendent
County Executive Aisha Braveboy named Joseph interim superintendent last summer to replace Millard House II, who resigned from his role following a vote of no confidence from the county’s teachers union.
June 1, 2026 - Newly selected Superintendent of Prince George’s County Public Schools, Shawn Joseph, participates in a press conference at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building in Largo, MD.
How a Prince George’s County middle school more than doubled its English proficiency rates
In a three-year period, Andrew Jackson Academy doubled the percentage of its middle schoolers who pass the state English test, skyrocketing from 14.1 percent in 2022 to 35.8 percent in 2025.
Andrew Jackson Academy Principal Warren Tweedy shows off hallway flags representing the home countries of his students and their families.
The only student on this embattled school board is determined to be the adult in the room
It’s not easy for James “Trae” McVicker III to be on Harford County’s school board. But he says it’s worth it.
It’s not easy for James “Trae” McVicker III to be on Harford County’s school board. But he says it’s worth it.
Former Baltimore schools employee sentenced to 2 years in Iowa citizenship fraud case
A former Iowa school superintendent and Coppin State University graduate who previously worked for Baltimore City Public Schools was sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen.
This photo provided by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shows Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts on Feb. 26, 2025. (ICE via AP)
Baltimore’s pre-K ‘dumpster fire’ is shutting some families out of neighborhood schools
Middle-class families who live near the most popular pre-k schools in Baltimore City may end up shut out of their neighborhood programs.
SUNDAY, MAY 24, 2026 - Molly Garcia, 34, husband Neil Gavigan, 36, and their children August Garcia-Gavigan, 4, and Lucy Garcia-Gavigan, 15 months, at their home in Baltimore. August wasn’t offered a spot in a Baltimore City Public School earlier this month, leaving the family to decide whether to wait as late as this summer for another chance or shell out $22,000 for another year of childcare.
Even in deep-blue Baltimore, the nonpartisan school board race can’t escape politics
A question about LGBTQIA+ students separated one candidate from the pack.
Baltimore school board candidate Brian Robertson drew ire from some opponents and audience members at a candidate forum in Charles Village.
Loyola University Maryland eliminates 66 jobs amid $20 million deficit
Twenty-nine employees were laid off and 37 vacant positions were eliminated as part of the reorganization at the Jesuit university in North Baltimore.
Loyola University Maryland’s campus in Baltimore, Md. on Monay, April 28, 2025.
Maryland tightly restricts who can give medication at school. Here’s why.
The rules are meant to prevent situations like one in a lawsuit against Baltimore County Public Schools.
A lawsuit accuses a former Baltimore County Public Schools teacher of giving melatonin to students without parents’ consent.
They respond to students in crisis. Soon, they could lose their jobs.
Parents worry about what these budget cuts could mean for their children, particularly kids with complex needs.
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