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Wes Moore’s plans could disrupt Maryland education reform. Here’s what it means for schools.
While state education leaders are on board with Gov. Wes Moore’s plan to pause more collaboration time for teachers, which they see as fiscally responsible, some educators are worried about the impact on their already time-consuming jobs.
Pocomoke High School math teacher La'Tier Evans helps a student with an algebra assignment in her classroom on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 in Pocomoke City, MD. Evans was inspired to teach after having a Black teacher in the eighth grade, and is now Worcester County’s only Black secondary math teacher.
Moore suggests rollbacks to Maryland’s public education plan are coming
“We will pause the elements that need a closer look or require laying a stronger foundation for full implementation,” Moore said of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday that he’ll propose changes to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, an ambitious plan to improve the state’s public schools that was approved in 2020.
A Baltimore community stands to lose its second school in two years
Despite the charter's low test scores, parents say the school and its community is so much more than its academic reputation.
Southwest Baltimore Charter School was recommended for closure next summer, which would displace more than 300 students.
Luigi Mangione casts an unwelcome spotlight on Baltimore’s elite private schools
The Gilman School, his alma mater, stayed mostly silent as national media descended.
Gilman School.
Why John Carroll School shut down and 18 students went to hospital
Officials who inspected the John Carroll School after students reported feeling ill earlier this week ruled out any environmental factors that would have contributed to the symptoms.
The Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company was part of the evacuation at the John Carroll School on Monday, Dec. 9.
Isolated and disengaged: Piecing together Luigi Mangione’s lost year
Earlier this year, Luigi Mangione disengaged. His mother filed a missing person report and friends pleaded with him to return their messages.
Luigi Mangione in a photo from the University of Pennsylvania 2020 yearbook.
Luigi Mangione was Gilman School valedictorian
He went on to study engineering at the University of Pennsylvania.
In a now-private video on YouTube of Gilman School Founder’s Day Ceremony in 2016, Luigi Mangione referenced class experiences like the school production of “The Addams Family” or beating rival McDonough in football.
Judge throws out ‘bullying’ lawsuit against Howard County schools, former superintendent
A circuit court judge has dismissed a lawsuit against Howard County Board of Education and its former superintendent Michael Martirano, putting to rest a dispute over “bullying” allegations.
Howard County Public School System Superintendent Michael Martirano answers questions at a press conference on Aug. 30 to address issues with the county's school buses.
Why Black parents are reconsidering homeschooling
A growing movement of Black parents are looking to homeschooling to take control over what and how their children learn.
Maryland teachers may be losing thousands from their retirement savings without knowing it
Maryland school systems often partner with vendors whose salespeople entice busy educators with free food and promises of financial security.
Teacher Matt Gresick noticed he paid $15,000 in fees on his retirement account since 2007.
U.S. Naval Academy prevails in race-conscious admissions case
A federal judge upheld the Naval Academy’s consideration of race in admissions, which he said is “narrowly tailored” to meet its national security interests.
A federal judge upheld the Naval Academy’s consideration of race in admissions, which he said is “narrowly tailored” to meet its national security interests.
Hate crime charges dropped against most Salisbury students in off-campus attack
Misdemeanor false imprisonment and second-degree assault charges remain for most of the defendants, and many trials are set for late January.
Students walk outside the Guerrieri Academic Commons at Salisbury University, where 15 students were charged in an off-campus attack.
Maryland schools will get new standardized tests. Here’s what to expect.
The state board of education wants a more public buy-in and consistent format for the exams.
The state board of education wants a more public buy-in and consistent format for the exams.
2 Baltimore charter schools make their case to stay open
Creative City and Southwest Baltimore charter school were recommended for closure at the end of the school year.
The exterior of Creative City Public Charter School on Shirley Ave. in Northwest Baltimore, Md. on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
How much money should Maryland charter schools get? The debate could soon be settled
Charter schools have to share the cost of special needs students, the state school board said, but may be due more funding.
A Maryland school board decision would require Baltimore City Public Schools to give more money per student to charter schools.
University of Maryland may halt raises next year amid state budget deficit
The state’s billion-dollar deficit is expected to hit public colleges, said University of Maryland President Darryll Pines.
Library and campus of the University of Maryland located in College Park, MD.
Letters: Calvin Ball wants people to come together to support Howard Community College
Howard Community College has made significant progress on improving student lives during President Daria Willis’ tenure, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball says.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball speaks during the Legacy at Twin Rivers Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on 4/19/2024 in Columbia, MD.
Baltimore City schools improved again. Here’s how they performed, by the numbers.
More schools earned at least a 3-star rating, up significantly from last year.
Yorkwood Elementary is one of two city schools that improved their ratings from 1 star to 3 stars.
Baltimore County’s school board gets new leaders — both familiar faces
Two years ago, the pair was picked for the same positions by their colleagues when they were brand new to the board.
Board Chair Jane Lichter presides over the Baltimore County Public School Board meeting on 12/6/22.
4 things to know about the new Anne Arundel County school ratings
Anne Arundel County is home to the No. 1-ranked middle school in the state.
A corner of the library can be seen at Nottingham Middle School on the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 26, 2024 in Rosedale, MD.
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