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Maryland schools need more CRT. It’s not what you think it is.
A state-ordered review of reading instruction found most places lacked this strategy for engaging students.
Baltimore County schools have fewer students than expected again this year
The drop in Baltimore County schools matches a trend seen around the nation.
Weeks before the Pikesville High School AI trial, drama has already begun
Former Pikesville High School Principal Eric Eiswert is fighting a subpoena for his personnel file, a request that his attorneys describe as an attempt to "harass, embarrass, and otherwise further retaliate against him."
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.
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.
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.
Baltimore County has the most 5-star schools in Maryland
The school system's report card is one a parent would be proud of.
Maryland’s best schools: See state scores for every public school
Search our database to see which Maryland schools earned a 5-star rating.
Maryland schools got new ratings. Here’s what they mean.
How many stars did your school earn this year? The answer is coming later today.
How an AI bot helps Baltimore County kids learn to read
School officials say the tool is closing learning gaps at record speed, even as literacy advocates raise concerns about screens.
In one Maryland county, the school budget crisis is already starting
Harford County families are alarmed at the prospect of school closures and layoffs, as the superintendent and county executive battle over who’s to blame.
7 budget gift ideas for $25 or less
If your pockets are light but you don’t want to leave a loved one high and dry, check out these gifts you can find in the Baltimore region
Baltimore schools will spend roughly $50M on intruder locks for classrooms
Teachers will be able to lock doors from inside classrooms instead of having to step into a hallway to lock the door from the outside.
Baltimore Co. school redistricting could get a lot simpler — sometimes
The parent committee will be eliminated for smaller boundary changes.
Malveaux and Zihmer lead Carroll County school board race
Both candidates are endorsed by Republican groups in the nonpartisan race.
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